National Hugging Day: 6 safe, feel-good hug alternatives for pandemic North Battleford, SK, Canada / Q98 - Saskatchewan's Hit Music Andy Cohen Jan 21, 2021 | 5:58 AM ruben van eijk / CC It’s clear that many of us are craving those stress-reducing squeezes. So in celebration of National Hugging Day on Thursday, we’ve rounded up some safe, feel-good hug alternatives you can do on your own. USAToday.com