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Hey Pandas, What Is Your Opinion On: Forcing Kids To Give Hugs/Kisses And Relatives Getting Mad When A Kid Refuses?
This might trigger some uncomfortable or traumatic memories, so read at your own risk.
This is something that is a small, almost nonexistent problem in our world, but I still want to hear other people's unbiased takes on this. This is one of many similar posts coming in the next few months.
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It should not happen, period. Teaching kids to always listen to adults and allow themselves to be put in uncomfortable situations, even if they are 100% safe, opens up a door to many dangerous situations in the future. Plus, if a kid doesn't like a hug, then LEAVE THEM BE!
As a mom who was molested regularly by my fathers brothers for a decade I say bumpkis! I never forced any action that might lead to molestation being made okay.
I'm always forced to even when I don't want too. It shouldn't happen.
Forced touching is not ok. I, personally, am not a hugger. I love it when grandson wants to hug/kiss me but would never make him do it. His personal space. I respect that. He is just shy of four. Most days, hug and a kiss. Some days, nope. He's good.
I can definitely relate to the 'not a hugger' part. I would hate forced hugs, and literally wrestle the person to get out of their grip.
Kids should have a choice. Forcing it makes the rebellion stronger and some things can be triggered (anxiety) uncontrollably for no reason
