[header] How to give good hugs [title] Know when to hug. [step] There are times for hugging, and times for keeping your hands to yourself. First, understand why you are hugging this person: perhaps you are greeting a dear friend; perhaps you are comforting someone who's crying; perhaps you are trying to share your feelings for a crush or a partner. 
No matter the context, a good hug should feel natural. Wait for a break in the conversation, or a transition, or a poignant moment.