What a weekend! For weeks, you’ve heard me talk about Global Hugs Weekend and how much I love it. I’ve invited you—some might say I’ve begged you—to join in. I created this annual event to help people feel like they matter in their communities, and it continues to be one of my favorite weekends of the year. …
Dreams rarely unfold in a straight line. They often begin as a small whisper, a quiet nudge you can’t ignore. For me, that whisper turned into Global Hugs. In January 2008, I decided to step way outside my comfort zone and offer free hugs in Chicago. I wasn’t sure how people would respond, but I wasn’t alone. …
Fifteen years ago, on October 12th, Positive Focus officially became a 501(c)(3), marking the beginning of a journey filled with incredible highs, challenging lows, and everything in between. It started with a bold vision to build a thriving community in Chicago, eventually expanding to other cities. Thanks to Lorna’s dedication, we even established a chapter …
GLOBAL HUGS 2024 IS HERE! Join us this weekend for a heartwarming celebration of love and kindness with Global Hugs! This simple yet profound gesture has the power to uplift spirits and spread joy far and wide. It all started in January 2008 when I took a leap of faith and offered free hugs. I was …
“I have always been a hugger. Many moons ago, one of my tag lines, when I was saying goodbye to friends, was, “Give me a hug, it’s good for you! I saw it on Donahue!” I am dating myself, btw lol. Fast forward to 2009, when I met Carol Miller on a Mediterranean cruise. What a magical adventure! It …
Today Tony, Frank, and I offered Holiday Hugs in downtown Chicago (Michigan Ave./Pearson St.). Before the pandemic, this event was our biggest one-day hug event. We would each get 100+, and people would be lined up to get a hug. People were in a festive and hugging mood. I’ve been hugging since 2008; two …
This beautiful and messy world is sure a lot these days. War, COVID, racism, unrest, and climate issues are just a few things that might have your attention. Yes, they are hard. And yes, there is also goodness, LOVE, kindness, and beauty worldwide. Don’t lose sight of the world YOU want to live in …
March 8, 2020, was my last recorded hug count. Cindy offered 35 hugs in Guelph, Ontario, Canada. She’s been joining me for several years as a hug ambassador, and one of my favorite hug experiences took place with her in Niagra Falls as we gave out 506 hugs in 90 minutes. Fast forward to May …
Well, a few moments ago, World Hugs Weekend 2020 was 46 days away. It was to be our 15th global event of spreading kindness one hug at a time. Now, the countdown clock has been setback 200 days – October 2nd – 4th. While LOVE, kindness, and compassion are needed more now than ever, offering …
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