I'm a bit stereotypically british and blokey with regards to hugs in real life... But i dish virtual ones out no problem!
no-ones gonna kick you doorknob mate- just don't beat
yourself up about it buddy!
I think the main thing with any mistake is to use it and learn from it.
Anyway it's one of the americanisms i'm fond of - they're not mistakes / regrets, they're life lessons...
Bit cheesy and very doctor phil (guess that's why we call them "americanisms") but i agree with the sentiment...
I'm concerned that i'll be misunderstood, that it all comes across as patronising and having a pop at the states now... I'm gonna hit "submit reply" and just hope it comes across in the spirit that it's meant!