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The Art Of The Feel
Personal Space: Are We Too Touchy?
New York, 2:43 PM
Mon Dec 7
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OR HER VAGINA WILL CRUSH YOU!
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I've been told a few times that my lack of 'hugginess' is the sign of some kind of social anxiety or deeper problem. I never felt that was the case. I'm just not a hugger. That said, I guess I am a little closed off because I'd never dream of walking up to a friend and just giving them a hug. I don't think that means I'm somehow damaged though, maybe just a little on the shy/unsure side?
06/30/09
The other day I was in a situation though where a person I know gave me a huge, warm hug and it meant a lot to me. And the reason that it did was because it was more than a social reflex...it was a genuine expression of friendship and validation and I treasure that.
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And unfortunately if you want it to stop, it's up to you to tell him to stop. And you need to document that you have. So that if he doesn't stop you can report him to Human Resources.
When you tell him, emphasize that you like working for the company and you like your job and you intend to keep working there, but you are uncomfortable with his touching you. Period.
06/30/09
At work, though, I would say that the lesser touching the better.
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On the other hand, if we have just met, or you are someone outside my office with whom I am dealing professionally, DO NOT APPROACH unless I do so first.