This video is part of a series about an event called Cuddle Sanctuary. Cuddle Sanctuary is a three-hour experience. It begins with a short workshop and finishes with a long stretch of relaxing hang-out time. The star of the show is safe, consensual touch. Cuddle Sanctuary is a Rated G event – so it doesn’t include sexual touch. The kinds of touch that are welcome include hugging, holding, spooning, caressing (the face, back or arms), foot rubs, shoulder massages – there’s plenty of options!
Curious about trying Cuddle Sanctuary for the first time and wonder how to go about it? Here’s what you need to know about etiquette!
Come Freshly Showered
This will help you feel confident that you’re in top cuddle form. Go ahead and freshen your breath, too. It’s easier to get close that way.
Don’t Wear Perfumes or Colognes
Some of us have sensitive noses, so skip using any shower spray or spritzing yourself with strong scents. Thank you!
Be on Time
The workshop part of Cuddle Sanctuary is important for everyone to attend. That’s because we go over the guidelines for touch – the success of the rest of the event rests on the fact that everyone knows how it all works.
It’s so important that at a certain point, we must close the door to any latecomers. This is a bummer for everyone – so don’t let that person be you!
Don’t Hug or Touch Without Asking Permission
Out in the regular world, it happens a lot that a person will open their arms to say hello – expecting a hug without actually asking if it’s okay. That person may mean well, but on the receiving end it’s oh-so-uncomfortable to say, “no thanks – I don’t want to be hugged right now.”
At Cuddle Sanctuary, we always ask and wait for a verbal “yes” before touching someone.
Here’s where you can find us:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cuddlesanctuary
MeetUp: http://www.meetup.com/Cuddle-Sanctuar…
That’s it for now – happy cuddling!