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Before food drops, chimps and bonobos pull off a pre-stress huddle—hugs, cuddles, even finger-in-mouth moments—to chill each other out, build trust, and team up. Scientists found these physical touch rituals boost cooperation, making groups more likely to share and eat together without conflict. It’s a deep-rooted social tool, possibly older than language, hinting at our shared ape ancestry. Next time you see a team huddle or a reassuring pat, you’re tapping into a million-year-old bonding behavior.

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