by Jean Franzblau | Dec 4, 2016 | #CSHolidayHugChallenge, Video
As a cuddle workshop leader and professional cuddler, I’ve got a great job where I get lots of hugs. But it gets even better than that. At Cuddle Sanctuary, we often share long-ass hugs! Long-ass hugs are better than short ones for boosting the feel-good...
by Jean Franzblau | Dec 3, 2016 | #CSHolidayHugChallenge, Video
Have you ever put on a party and freaked out wondering if anyone would come? That’s how it felt planning the #CSHolidayHugChallenge. What if no one wants to do this with me?! I’m so grateful for the people who come to my cuddle workshops. I knew that if I...
by Jean Franzblau | Dec 1, 2016 | #CSHolidayHugChallenge, Video
Hugs are amazing. They make you feel better because they release the “hug hormone” oxytocin. Here’s the thing though – a typical hug – which only lasts a couple of seconds – isn’t long enough to release oxytocin. That means...
by Jean Franzblau | Aug 18, 2016 | Cuddling, Video
Do you feel unfulfilled or disconnected with people? Do you sometimes wish you could just feel more comfortable, casual and relaxed with other human beings? Do you have a sense that sometimes all you really need is a good hug? My name is Jean Franzblau, and I’m the...
by Jean Franzblau | Aug 6, 2016 | Cuddling, How To, Video
At Cuddle Sanctuary, we get very serious about hugging. We practice three different kinds of hugs at our workshops. Each one has a different feeling to it. In this video, I’ll describe for you each one. Why don’t you test them out? That could be a terrific...
by Jean Franzblau | Jul 14, 2016 | Cuddling, Video
Our face is an extremely personal place on our bodies. We hardly ever have another adult touch our face in a non-sexual way. Have you ever experienced the touch of a child who reaches out for your face, your cheek or your nose? Doesn’t that come with a strong...
