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\"Elaine<\/p>\n

The other day, my friend Leah<\/a> stopped by for a quick walk. I was worried about some family stuff, so as we headed down the street, I asked if I could have a hug. She immediately opened her arms, and I leaned right in. As the seconds passed, I could actually feel my heart rate slowing and my cortisol dropping. Leah kept her arms wrapped tightly,\u00a0until I finally took a deep breath and pulled away.<\/p>\n

\u201cWow, that really worked,\u201d I said, feeling huge relief, as little kids scooted past us on the sidewalk.<\/p>\n

\u201cI\u2019m a good hugger,\u201d she laughed. \u201cIf I had a resume of special skills, that would be at the top.\u201d<\/p>\n

How charming is that? Now, I\u2019m curious: What would be on your resume of special skills? Mine would include remembering people\u2019s names (I have a trick<\/a>!); talking to teenagers<\/a> (nonchalantly<\/a>); and making the one chicken dish<\/a> I have truly perfected. Please share below! xoxo<\/p>\n

\"Elaine<\/a><\/p>\n

P.S. We answer fun reader questions<\/a>, and what glimmers have you been noticing<\/a>?<\/p>\n

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