Remember those studies about newborn babies, where some received touch and others didn't, and the ones that did thrived, while the other group did not? This need for loving, comforting touch remains throughout our lifetime, but as we grow up, it gets harder to come by.
While living in Mexico recently, I noticed a lot of affectionate touch shared among friends and family members. There is a special word for what I was seeing, coming from the Nahuatl language, apapacho. To comfort, cuddle, caress, pamper, take care of, and show affection towards someone. I wonder if this is why many Mexicans seem, perhaps unexpectedly, genuinely happy. |
Personally, I have gone through years as a single mother, quite desperate to simply be held for a while, so my nervous system could relax and my mind let go of all the things and people demanding my attention.
When my touch needs are met, I am a better mother, a more generous friend, a more loving human being. With full tanks of affection and YUM, my hardened DOING exterior softens, my heart opens, my true BEING nature emerges. Ahhhhhhh.... Community Cuddle Gatherings are a safe and nourishing way to share touch with our fellow human beings. Ground rules are set, I am there to guide the way, there is a time parameter. The space is cozy, welcoming and comfortable. Although I am a firm believer in sacred sexuality (and might indeed offer workshops in this arena in the future) a Cuddle Gathering offers a non-sexual, consensual, affectionate touch experience. 
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http://www.healthandgoodness.com/article/what-happens-at-cuddle-parties.html
Above is a link to a comprehensive article on the benefits to be found by attending a cuddle gathering.
I have been involved with embodied therapeutic practices for over 15 years. I studied at both the Tamalpa Institute and Leven Institute in Movement Based Expressive Art Therapy. I am a Registered Somatic Therapist and a New York state Licensed Massage Therapist.
The next Community Cuddle Gathering Date TBD.
Please email with any questions: [email protected]
PRICE:
$20 per person for a Community Cuddle Gathering
Above is a link to a comprehensive article on the benefits to be found by attending a cuddle gathering.
I have been involved with embodied therapeutic practices for over 15 years. I studied at both the Tamalpa Institute and Leven Institute in Movement Based Expressive Art Therapy. I am a Registered Somatic Therapist and a New York state Licensed Massage Therapist.
The next Community Cuddle Gathering Date TBD.
Please email with any questions: [email protected]
PRICE:
$20 per person for a Community Cuddle Gathering
Testimonials
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Christine creates a safe, warm and supportive space to experience intimacy through cuddling touch. I was apprehensive as I walked in the door but I felt at ease with her warm and kind energy. I highly recommend Christine if you want to feel how intimacy through cuddling can be a healing force! - River Huston, Cuddler Convert
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Christine is one of the best huggers/cuddlers I have ever had the pleasure of sharing affection with! Over the years I have participated in a few cuddle parties and hugging meditations, and each one is a type of meditation. Once I give myself in to it, a feeling of mental relaxation ensues, followed by feelings of safety and love. I then find that my compassion is so much stronger than I usually notice in my day to day life, compassion for others and compassion for myself. Here is to a more loving and affectionate world. Thank you, Christine. - David Abel.
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