Family and close friends get hugs if they want them. Complete strangers will not get a hug IRL.

I’m a hugger, not to complete strangers but I also don’t have to be that familiar with people either. It really doesn’t bother me. It usually comes from within a sphere of people I know of but don’t know. Again, I’m in Texas it seems to the norm.

I will do the hug if I know you. I do respect personal space although mine has a small periphery. I get it if others have a larger one.

Yeah I'm good with it, but certainly respect those who aren't.

If they’re good friends.

I only hug friends or family, like most Brits!

if it seems right then it is right but its generally people i know

I love hugs and don't get enough of them, ever. Not saying I'll start hugging strangers (although I have, with extenuating circumstances), but I'm a big fan of human touch. It's so good for us on so many different levels.

If I don't know the person for me it's awkward but generally not refused.

Friends & family mostly...I am quite naturally affectionate and tactile...

It is important to remember the others mileage may vary..they are not wired that way..which is absolutely fine..never hug someone that you even slightly suspect is not wired to be responsive to a hug. Never invade somebody's personal space by foisting a hug on them...nobody likes awkward...

So apart from friends and family..I reserve hugs for strangers in dire straits who need help and are reaching out.

Hug

I detest the huggers and just stick out my hand.

If uncomfortable ask person first before hugging I personally love hugs friends at church hug me all the time x

If I know you then I will hug you if I haven't seen you for a long time. If I'm dating someone or in a relationship then hugs will be random and almost invasive lol

A couple of years ago at work, one of my coworkers went to hug me and I flinched only because I didn’t see it coming... Now every time she sees me, she comes over and says, “I know how much you love my hugs!” and gives me a huge hug. She tells everyone that I hate being hugged, even though I say it’s not true... it’s very uncomfortable for me, because people already think I’m standoffish!

My opinion is, If someone is happy enough to see me that they want to hug me, that feels awesome so let’s get it on!

I could definitely use one right now.

Not to hug. I have a slew of reasons. And then there are a few people that it feels natural so those are "to hug".

I like to hug, even bro hugs are cool.

My friends, my family & myself - we are all huggers.

Hugs are very important. Especially for men, imo, as we are often deprived throughout our lives.

Absolutely! There is no dithering in hugging...

Don't. Just. Don't. I need my space. If it gets to be too much of a point I will laxen my hygiene until professional distance is maintained.

Yes...i am good to hug or be hugged

From a stranger? No!

Gees that runs right into full on assault. No thank you.

People I know well - and who have good hygiene? I'm good with that.

It really depends on the person and how I feel about them. Personally, I like hugs, but not awkward hugs. So it has to be a mutual connection that is hug-worthy. Most strangers, some friends, and even some family members do not fit the bill.