by Jean Franzblau | Sep 17, 2024 | Checking In, Covid Diaries, History, Video
In November 2020, I realized that Cuddle Sanctuary would soon be hitting a milestone. Six years of service to the community. I was socially isolating due to the pandemic at the time and did my best to celebrate via social media: As the years have ticked by, I’ve...
by Jean Franzblau | Dec 26, 2023 | Checking In, Cuddle Queen Jean, How To, Video
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. Want to give it a shot? I’ve created the video...
by Jean Franzblau | Aug 16, 2022 | Checking In, Cuddle Queen Jean, Cuddling, Professional Cuddling, Video
“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...
by Jean Franzblau | Jan 13, 2022 | Guest Blog, Video
If you’re missing someone who has died, Grace Heer demonstrates a beautiful meditation. It focuses on connecting with one’s father and can be used for anyone you dearly miss. This one can be very emotional – it can help you feel tender and shed...
by Jean Franzblau | Apr 9, 2021 | Checking In, Cuddle Queen Jean, How To, Video
Already today, I’ve emailed a legal document, took my supplements, reached out to a colleague, and set up an appointment. There will be more of the same tomorrow and the next day and the next. So. Much. Adulting. I find that being a grown up in this complex...
by Jean Franzblau | Feb 26, 2021 | Consent, Covid Diaries, Cuddle Queen Jean, How To, Video
A man contacted Cuddle Sanctuary to ask me for advice. “How do I find a Covid-safe cuddle buddy?” Good question. If you share this query, I’d like to lay out a plan for you. The first step – given that we’re still in a pandemic – is...
