Sebastopol - December 31, 2011
Time:  7-11+ (see details for New Years Eve ritual. Event ends at 12:30am)
Party Type:    Co-ed

Led by:     Sujata Monti

Cost: $50+

Click here for specifics about the content, hours of the evening and to register: www.cuddleparty.com/sebastopol

CONFIRMATIONS with complete details and directions will be sent usually within a week of your registration and no later than 3 days prior to the event - unless you registered less than 3 days prior.  ASSUME you will get a confirmation if you have paid online.  Since I have to do that part by hand I usually do it once a week.

What is a Cuddle Party?

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 appreciate risking connecting with someone of the same sex (or the opposite if that's your edge).  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).  It's a GREAT way to create community!!!

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 ARE ALWAYS AT CHOICE!!!). 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.

Please share with all of your friends and associates about these wonderful events by forwarding this info to like-hearted people.

And since a picture’s worth a thousand words, a video has got to be worth a million!!!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hPsbJr6xw3k&;feature=fvwrel&utm_source=Cuddle+Activism+List&utm_campaign=01c0f65405-1%2F19+Cuddle+Party+Workshops+this+week+and+next!&utm_medium=email

Enjoy and be well!!!

PS We recently created a meet up group and would be thrilled to have you as a member. We’ll be offering Cuddle Parties and well and Free Hugs events!! Here’s the link so you can join us: http://www.meetup.com/Cuddle-Party-Sonoma-County/

Cuddlemonials:

I really enjoyed my experience at the cuddle party. It moved me and lots came up for me. This was like a huge feat for me in many ways; allowing in the love and touch. I have a ways to go, however, now I see an avenue for direction I need to go. It looks as though the next one is full, and I bet there is a huge waiting list already. If not, I'd like to go. I am truly amazed that I can do this. Thank you for all your work and compassion in bringing this together. What I saw happening at this party was intense compassion in action. It was wonderful to see people receive what they need, and I was a part of this. Thank you for making it happen. BS Santa Rosa, CA

Dear Sujata, thanks so much for organizing the Cuddle Party. It was my first experience and it was wonderful. What a safe loving way to relax in someone's arms, have a great conversation and feel touched in a way that I long for. RF, Fairfax

Thank you and Joe again for providing this in our lives.  Each party is different and last night I really experienced the "real meaning" which is Real Touch and the power and healing of touch.  We live in such an unconnected world with all this technology and most of our culture perceives touch as sexual. What  a relief that I can come there and feel safe (esp as a single woman) and cared about at a deep level---not seen as a some man or woman's "sexual hit potential" which is just everywhere.  LK Sebastopol