Today I was reminded once again of how small of a world we live in. Last week in my speech class we were doing our impromptu speeches and one girl in my class mentioned this free hugs campaign. She explained what it was and I thought, hey, that's kinda cool. I should check it out on YouTube sometime. Well of course I didn't check it out because I was too busy studying and having a real life. So today on Oprah, guess what the top story was... Yes it was the Free Hugs Campaign. So I had to see this video on YouTube for myself and here it is for you.
Free Hugs Campaign. Inspiring Story! (music by sick puppies)
Here's what PeaceonEarth123 says about this video:
"Sometimes, a hug is all what we need. Free hugs is a real life controversial story of Juan Mann, A man whos sole mission was to reach out and hug a stranger to brighten up their lives.
In this age of social disconnectivity and lack of human contact, the effects of the Free Hugs campaign became phenomenal.
As this symbol of human hope spread accross the city, police and officials ordered the Free Hugs campaign BANNED. What we then witness is the true spirit of humanity come together in what can only be described as awe inspiring.
In the Spirit of the free hugs campaign, PASS THIS TO A FRIEND and HUG A STRANGER! After all, If you can reach just one person..."
I love this whole movement and if I had the courage to hug a stranger I would love to do the same thing. What I find astounding is that police officers banned the Free Hugs Campaign. What kind of world have we come to that we can't give out hugs anymore? I am so grateful for the 10,000 people who signed that petition and even more grateful for the hundreds of others who have continued this campaign by spreading Free Hugs around the world. Let's all try and spread a little love and give a Free Hug!
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