by Jean Franzblau | Sep 10, 2019 | Checking In, Consent, Cuddle Workshops, Cuddling, Video
I received an email from the producer of a YouTube series called UnderVlogs. They wanted me to teach their group of Instagram influencers how to be professional cuddlers. And of course they needed to capture the experience on video. I was skeptical I checked out their...
by Jean Franzblau | Aug 2, 2019 | Checking In, Cuddle Workshops, Professional Cuddling
My name is Jean, and I’m a mammal. The species I belong to is homo sapiens. A member of my species, Matthew Lieberman wrote a book for homo sapiens called Social that describes why I have a need to be around other humans. It’s built into my biology! One reason for my...
by Jean Franzblau | Jun 7, 2019 | Checking In, Cuddle Workshops, History
Two weeks ago I joyfully shared the ch-ch-ch changes at Cuddle Sanctuary. I’d been looking for a new space for our events and one fell into my lap like magic. On June 1st, Louis, Susan, Fei and I entered the venue for the first time and hosted a celebratory Saturday...
by Jean Franzblau | May 25, 2019 | Checking In, Cuddle Workshops, History, Video
I was amazed. A few weeks ago it occurred to me to contact Zoe, the landlord who provides the space for Cuddle Sanctuary events. I’d been halfheartedly looking for a new location with safer parking, less traffic noise and more space. (Safer parking was a big factor.)...
by Jean Franzblau | Mar 16, 2019 | Checking In, Consent, Cuddle Workshops, How To
Last month I attended a cuddle event as a guest. The facilitator – Gabriella – created a deeply meditative vibe with quiet music and this guideline: “You’re welcome to make yummy sounds of enjoyment.” [We laughed.] “You can talk to make physical...
by Fei Wyatt | Feb 7, 2019 | Cuddle Workshops, Etiquette, How To
The very first cuddle I attended, I played it safe. I defaulted to my go-to strategy for connection: be friendly, and stay helpful! Instead of making requests for what I wanted, I deferred to others and let them choose. “What would you like to do?” I asked everyone...
