Why Men Need 12 Hugs a Day and No One Talks About It

Men are silently suffering from a deep lack of affectionate touch. In this episode Nibodhi explores “hug starvation” and its biological, emotional, and spiritual impact on men. Rooted in Vedic wisdom and modern science, it calls for a cultural return to nourishing touch as essential medicine for connection, healing, and belonging. In this episode, you will learn: Why men need 12 hugs a day to thrive The Ayurvedic link between touch and immunity How oxytocin lowers stress and builds connection Why self-massage is vital for Vata balance Simple practices to heal touch deprivation Timestamps: (00:00) Introduction to hug starvation (01:11) The science of hugs 03:46) The impact of touch deprivation (08:52) Ayurvedic perspective on touch (12:15) Healing hug starvation (15:01) Self-hug practice (16:46) Final thoughts and call to action 🌿 The Complete Ayurveda Course: Learn Ayurveda at your own pace, personalized to your body, mind, and life. Learn more at https://www.nibodhi.com/courses 🕉️ Work with Nibodhi directly: Book a private Ayurvedic consultation and get a personalized wellness protocol built around you: https://www.nibodhi.com/consultations ❤️ Real Mushrooms: The medicinal-mushroom supplement brand I trust and recommend to my own clients. High-quality, rigorously tested, and the ones I use myself. Shop here: https://www.nibodhi.com/mushrooms (affiliate link)  🌱 Banyan Botanicals: My go-to source for Ayurvedic herbs and formulas. Organic, authentic, and practitioner-trusted. Get 15% off your first order with code DRNIBODHI15: https://www.nibodhi.com/banyan (affiliate link) Stay connected:  Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/awakened-living-with-nibodhi/id1815493561 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5o1rsLL5Qg56YnxGr4D70y Podcast Website: https://www.nibodhi.com/podcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NibodhiOfficial Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.nibodhi/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nibodhi.haas.108 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-nibodhi Affiliate Links: This episode and our website contain affiliate links. We earn a commission if you make a purchase through these links at no extra cost to you. Medical Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Please consult with a healthcare provider before starting any new supplement or wellness regimen. For complete disclaimer details: https://www.nibodhi.com/disclaimers