by Jean Franzblau | Apr 11, 2019 | Checking In, Cuddling
I’m in Florida right now because my dad is dying. I’m sitting in the bedroom across from his. A loud oxygen machine whirs incessantly to confirm that my father – for now – is still here. My brother is in there sharing (loud) stories and memories of my dad....
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 Jean Franzblau | Mar 2, 2019 | Checking In, Consent, Cuddler's Digest, Cuddling
One time at Cuddle Sanctuary, I fell into conversation with a newcomer – we’ll call him Bobby. Bobby noticed that though he was comfortable hugging family members and romantic partners, he was totally uncomfortable touching people at our event – people he...
by Jean Franzblau | Dec 31, 2018 | Checking In, How To
Years ago, I worked with an executive coach who shared with me a terrific New Year’s ritual called “Complete and Create.” It’s an easy and satisfying way to say good-bye to the old year and how-do-you-do to the new one. On a piece of paper,...
by Jean Franzblau | Dec 20, 2018 | Checking In, How To
‘Tis the season for many of us to spend time with relatives. That could mean laughter, fun, caroling, tinsel, gifts and copious amounts of eggnog. I hope so! It could also mean falling back into old patterns, regressing to your younger, less evolved self and feeling...
by Jean Franzblau | Dec 8, 2018 | Checking In, Consent, Cuddle Workshops, Cuddling, The Faces of Cuddle Sanctuary
I received an email this week from a former Cuddle Sanctuary attendee who kindly gave me permission to share it. I’ve changed his name and the names of every other person I mention below… Jean, hi. Hope you are well. Do you find when people start...
