Cuddle Sanctuary Winter Solstice Social

Let's celebrate the change of season with a social experience that invites you to be your authentic self. Expect kindness, community & fun.

Pay and register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cuddle-sanctuary-winter-solstice-social-tickets-1051146947817

Cuddle Sanctuary Winter Solstice Social is a workshop and social experience that invites people to be their authentic selves. Newcomers are amazed at how relaxed and safe they feel, given that boundaries are not just respected, but celebrated.

By the end of this event, people comment that they feel blissed out, content, deeply relaxed, and connected.

What are the Health Guidelines?

Please skip this event if you're feeling "off" or may be contagious. You can cancel and get a refund or credit for a future event. Thanks in advance for taking care of our community!
If you haven't already done so, please fill out our Event Guidelines and Release Form ahead of the event. Might as well do it now! https://forms.gle/3FGKcb5XKAU4Erxq5

How Does It Work?

The event begins with a welcome circle, easy relaxation activities, communication exercises and a description of cuddle etiquette. It culminates in a voluntary “cuddle lab”. Touch is always consensual, and never a requirement to participate. And you can leave at any time for any reason if it's not your cup of tea.

What's the Schedule?

1:45 Doors Open, Team Set Up, Get Settled
Note: Please be sure to give yourself time to park, arrive and join the opening activities. Doors close at 2:10pm.
2:10 Welcome Circle, Relaxation Exercises, Winter-Themed Connection Activities, Cuddle Laboratory
4:40 Closing Circle

What Do I Wear?

Comfy clothes. Think soft, cozy pajamas, cotton tees, sweats, leggings. Tank tops and shorts are ok for warmer weather (and that is the minimum clothing requirement). Feel free to change clothes in the restroom when you arrive.
Hygiene is important at cuddles – please be squeaky clean and minty fresh! Also, please come free of perfumes, body wash, colognes and cigarette smoke. Thanks!

What Are the Event Guidelines?

These guidelines are like the "etiquette of cuddling."
-There’s no touch required, and you can change your mind at any time.
-Respect your boundaries and the boundaries of others, ideally with enthusiasm.
-Keep any touch Rated G and use the Ask and Wait Method: If you want to touch someone, ask. Then wait for their answer!
-Respect the confidentiality of others attendees

Parking

Follow the underground ramp which will lead you to two levels of free underground parking. Walk to the center of the lot where you can take the stairs or ride up the elevator to the top floor.

How Much Does It Cost?

Super Early Bird: $45 (until December 7th or we run out of these tickets, whichever is sooner)
Early Bird: $55
Day of Event: $65

What if I Need to Cancel?

You can cancel up to 24 hours before the event for any reason and get a refund (less the fees that Eventbrite charges).
And if you’re not feeling well and concerned you may be contagious, we will refund you.

What Do I Bring?

Bring a water bottle. We'll have water, fruit, tea and healthy snacks.
You're welcome to bring a pillow, blanket, comforter or your favorite stuffed animal.
Feel free to bring a snack. (No alcohol, please.)

Intoxicants

Arrive and remain sober throughout the event. You may find yourself getting a natural high on oxytocin – often called the Hug Hormone.

Getting Up and Down

Our event space is covered with floor cushions; most of our exercises are on these cushions. We'll also have some chairs available. For accommodation questions, contact [email protected].

Who's Leading This Event?

I'm Jean Franzblau – AKA Cuddle Queen Jean - the Founder of Cuddle Sanctuary which has hosted hundreds of cuddle events since 2014. I've studied facilitation with Cuddle Party and the Association of Talent Development. I've trained with Dr. Betty Martin who teaches the Wheel of Consent and appeared as a cuddle expert on Dr. Phil, BuzzFeed, Keeping Up the Kardashians, The Bachelorette and Rolling Stone. I graduated cum laude from UCLA with a BA in Communications. I proudly give presentations to universities to teach students about boundaries and consent. You can find my writing in the Consent Guidebook. https://cuddlesanctuary.com/CuddleSanctuary.com

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