T.O.U.C.H

Did you know that touch is our first instinctual method of survival? Think about it, in order for a baby to thrive it must have loving and nurturing touch. When does that need actually go away?
As a whole, we don’t touch or embrace each other anymore. Do you find yourself pulling away when a friend leans in for a hug? Or more commonly, do you find that you will resort to a quick text to express your feelings instead of calling the other person?
This is after all the “digital age” and were are merely characters in it. We have become so consumed with seeking gratitude, fulfillment and joy by swiping up, down, left and right. I notice when I see people in a room, on the street or at a stop sign, they all have a similar posture. Neck bent downward; eyes wide open and there is an iridescent glow on their face (obviously from a familiar relationship that we have all given countless hours to).
Oxford dictionary describes escapism as the tendency to seek distraction and relief from unpleasant realities, especially by seeking entertainment or engaging in fantasy.
While I know we can all agree that the news feeds, pictures, stories and posts are definitely entertaining but, when was the last time you seriously engaged with another person?
The need for human touch far outweighs any quick boost we get from our devices.
The next time you feel the urge to check the latest tweet, like or post…Ask yourself, are MY needs truly being met?