** Atlanta Cuddle Party **

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Cuddle Party is a fun, playful workshop on connection and communication that includes an abundance of nurturing and affectionate touch. It is safe and structured, non-sexual and drug and alcohol-free event. Called a "Party" because it is so much fun (a wonderful alternative to a standard singles scene and night life)!

People may attend a Cuddle Party for a variety of reasons. Some come just to have fun and enjoy a wonderful evening of connecting with like-minded people. Some see a Cuddle Party as a great networking opportunity to look for new friends or a significant other. Some (both men and women alike) come to safely fulfill their need for affection and nurturing touch that may be missing in their everyday life. Some appreciate the learning and personal growth aspect, having the opportunity to improve their social and communication skills (expressing needs, setting boundaries, etc.), and explore ways of creating connection and closeness. Some may even find an element of spirituality here, and play with "touch meditation", Tantra, or explore different states of consciousness ("the cuddling hormone" oxytocin can produce quite an altered state :).

Cuddling can mean feet against feet, head or shoulder rubs, full-body hugs, spooning - it is entirely up to you. You can participate according to your desires and comfort level (it is perfectly ok if you just want to talk and not touch anyone for a while or not at all). You will have a great opportunity to meet and connect with other cuddle-minded people in a safe and relaxing environment.

During the first hour we create the structure and safe space by introducing ourselves, learning about Cuddle Party philosophy and rules (like "Ask before touching anyone"), and by going through several communication and ice-breaker exercises. This is followed by a couple of hours of social cuddling time, and ends with a Closing Circle.

After the Cuddle Party is over, some people leave, and some stay and participate for another hour in a Sharing Circle, where we have an wonderful opportunity to have a heart-centered connection with the whole group through sharing of our feelings, experiences, thoughts, insights and alike. For some that is the best part of the evening.

After that some of us may go out for a late dinner, or we may order in Chinese delivery while we continue to relax and enjoy conversations and each other's company for a little while longer.

For more details (Cuddling Rules, what to wear, etc.) please go to http://www.CuddleParty.com.

Frequently Asked Questions: http://www.cuddleparty.com/about/faq.cfm

You can also visit my personal website: http://www.HugsAndWisdom.com

Check out Cuddle Party on TV:
http://www.cbsnews.com/video/watch/?id=5276206n
http://www.wbaltv.com/video/10414311/index.html