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Do you want to take the next step in your connection with others?
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Do you find yourself sad, lonely, or depressed at times?
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Are you wanting to spend some genuine time with someone who cares about your current situation?
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Do you ever feel lonely and wish that you could just talk to someone that would genuinely listen?
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Do you find yourself suffering from stress, anxiety, or sleep loss?
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Have you just come out of a relationship in which you feel afraid to connect with someone else again?
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Are you in a relationship where cuddle connections are lacking?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you are not alone. Many people lack the companionship they want or need in their everyday life.
What is Cuddle Therapy?
Cuddle therapy is a holistic service providing nonsexual physical intimacy to address touch deprivation and feelings of isolation. In a typical session, we start with basic activities like holding hands and synchronized breathing, gradually progressing to standing and sitting hugs, and eventually a full cuddle if comfortable.
Each session is tailored to your comfort and preferences, with consent being a fundamental aspect. Attire should be comfortable—think gym clothes, pajamas, or casual wear.
This strictly platonic, non-sexual service ensures a safe and clothed environment, with boundaries clearly established to prioritize your well-being.
What is touch starvation?
Touch starvation, or touch deprivation, occurs when individuals lack physical contact, often due to factors like social isolation or living alone. Research highlights the vital role of touch in our well-being, releasing hormones like oxytocin and serotonin to reduce stress and promote happiness. Insufficient touch can lead to symptoms such as loneliness, depression, anxiety, irritability, and a weakened immune system.
This issue isn't exclusive to those living alone; even surrounded by others, individuals may face touch deprivation, especially during periods of social distancing. Increasing physical touch can alleviate feelings of loneliness, anxiety, and depression, and bolster the immune system.
If you're experiencing touch starvation, seeking more physical contact is essential for your well-being.
Self-Reflection Time
Respond to these questions:
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Why cuddle touch therapy and why now?
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What would you like to focus on?
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What is your desired outcome?
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Do you want to nurture or be nurtured?
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What do you expect from your practitioner?
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What have been your experiences with touch so far?
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What felt good? What did not feel good?
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What type of touch do you like? Soft air-like or firm pressure?
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Does vulnerability make you uncomfortable?