I had the good luck to spend a day at Disneyland last week. But even better luck – my buddy for the day was my touch-and-hug-positive friend – Susan! This means that if I had an impulse for physical connection, I felt comfortable asking for it. It was so nice. We walked over 22,000 steps […] The post Warmth, Fun and Disneyland appeared first on Cuddle Sanctuary ..read more

A few weeks ago, I went to a touch positive event and had such a great time. It was pleasure to alternate between conversation and introverted people watching. Mixed in with the social enjoyment, I also had an experience with a participant that pushed my boundaries. Not a ton, but enough for it to be […] The post The Wisdom of Trauma appeared first on Cuddle Sanctuary ..read more

A Friendly Reminder A few weeks ago I had a Zoom call at 5:00pm with my friends, Carmen and Stella. We began with a quick check in.  “How are you?”  I went first. I told them that I was having the typical feelings that occur at sundown. “You know, despair and a sense of oppressive […] The post My Return to Light appeared first on Cuddle Sanctuary ..read more

“What if I accidentally get aroused? What if my cuddle buddy does?” These concerns are an unspoken worry for many people who want more soothing touch in their lives. At Cuddle Sanctuary, I define cuddling as a platonic experience that is independent from sexual activity. Whether you plan to attend a cuddle event, are interested […] The post How to Deal with Unintentional Arousal When Cuddling appeared first on Cuddle Sanctuary ..read more

Today is National Dessert Day. It’s nice to have someone pump their fist at my choice to have dessert given how much of a fan I am. (Nondairy ice cream in a bowl with sliced bananas is my latest crave.)   I also have to notice how often I want dessert: Every damn night!   […] The post My Take on “National Dessert Day” appeared first on Cuddle Sanctuary ..read more

“If you love your job, you’ll never work a day in your life.” Years ago, when I would come across that quote, I felt annoyed. Good for you, Mister Who Ever You Are. Truth is, I was jealous. At the time, work for me was tedious, and I was underearning. I had an unhealthy relationship […] The post Loving What You Do appeared first on Cuddle Sanctuary ..read more

On Sunday, my friend Tamara invited me to go to Griffith Park for donation-based yoga and a nature walk – all guided by a lovely human being named Michelle Chua. Michelle’s guidance was kind and loving. She had a gifted way with words as she invited us to connect with the earth, trees, and sounds around […] The post Apt Advice for Yogis and Cuddlers appeared first on Cuddle Sanctuary ..read more

I met Trevor James when he applied to Cuddle Sanctuary’s Certification Program for Professional Cuddlers in early 2021. As you’ll see, he is a fascinating person. JEAN: Hi Trevor James! Would you introduce yourself to us? TREVOR: Yes! I’m Certified Touch and Cuddle Therapist, and a Tantra, Touch & Intimacy Coach. I’m originally from the […] The post Meet a Renaissance Man Who Cuddles appeared first on Cuddle Sanctuary ..read more

As a non-married person with no kids in a family-oriented neighborhood, I found myself feeling lonely as I would go on local errands or take walks. Disconnected. That’s why I set a goal with my coach, Angela, having to do with being more neighborly. I told her I would “flirt” with two people per week […] The post Two Flirts and Two Dogs appeared first on Cuddle Sanctuary ..read more