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Daily Happy Episode 95: The Case For Cuddling

Cuddling gets written off as “nice,” but it’s also powerful. When the world feels busy, heavy, or flat-out chaotic, a few seconds of safe, affectionate touch can help your body exhale. We’re talking about the real joy of cuddling: the kind that doesn’t require big plans, perfect words, or fixing anything at all. Just closeness, comfort, and that quiet reminder that you’re not alone.

We also dig into the science of affectionate touch and mental health. A 2024 review in Nature Human Behavior looked across 200+ studies, including a meta-analysis with nearly 13,000 people, and found touch-based…

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