LA Snuggle!!!
A Snuggle Event
February 22, 2008
8:00 PM
Contact
SAMWISE
Snuggle... YAY...
WE ARE AT CAPACITY!!! YOU MAY STILL RSVP BUT IT'S A SLIM CHANCE YOU WILL BE ADDED TO THIS EVENT... NEXT SNUGGLE WILL BE IN MID/LATE MARCH!!! Snuggles to everyone!!!
A SNUGGLE; WHAT'S THAT??? The Nurturing SNUGGLE... For those of us who don't get enough cuddling in our life, this is an opportunity to bask in warm, nurturing physical affection and playfulness. This is a non-sexual (i.e. NO SEX) gathering focused on lounging in a comfortable environment where we can open our hearts and exchange hugs, caresses, massages and more without the presence or pressure of sexual jokes, come-ons or play. In our gatherings, we recognizing all acts of love and affection as gifts, and we honor each other as sacred beings united at a spiritual level. We come together with a shared intention to create a safe space to share warmth, affection and other light sensual playfulness. So come, relax, and be smothered in genuine affection.
WHY A SNUGGLE... Because we need human contact! It is easy to feel alienated from physical contact in our culture. Often, any affection beyond friendly hugs seems to threaten us with questions about the nature and direction of the relationship with the person with whom we are sharing affection. Many of us can benefit from cuddling without any other goal but nurturing human contact. And so we are creating a space where that is the stated intention up front.
WHAT TO LOOK FORWARD TO... While every Snuggle will be slightly different, here are some things that are planned: we will start the evening with a snackluck (like a potluck but with finger food), spending time getting to know each other as we share food, followed by a short ritual or other introductory ceremony where we will lay down snuggle guidelines for communicating and respecting personal boundaries. We will do some exercises or games where we practice communicating and listening to boundaries. During most of the evening, there will be opportunities to engage in massage circles, playful games or "puppy piles". Asking and gaining consent will be an important part of all our interactions. Feel free to initiate activities, participate in what feels comfortable, or just see how others engage in play.
WHAT TO WEAR/BRING... Wear loose, comfortable clothing (such as pajamas or sweats) and bring any items that seem appropriate (for instance, if you enjoy having your hair brushed, be sure to bring a brush). Please keep both a top and bottom on during the entire Snuggle. Bring a donation. Please bring finger food to share for the snackluck. Leave the grit and stress from daily life behind; perhaps take a relaxing bath beforehand and DO NOT WEAR perfumes, scented aftershave, deodorants or hair products, etc. (Some people are allergic to perfumes and scented products). Come prepared to be present and bring a positive attitude about bodies and touch. We respect and welcome heartfelt expressions of emotion and try to offer a safe atmosphere to express such feelings. Remember, when you attend a Snuggle, you are leaving the dominant culture behind and entering a magical space where it is okay to touch our friends and people we have just met with affection and warmth.
WHAT IF I AM UNCOMFORTABLE... Snuggles are meant to be a safe space for anyone who wants to enjoy being in an affectionate atmosphere. You should never feel pressured at any time to join any activity or interact with any person(s) you do not want to. We all share responsibility for communicating and honoring boundaries. As with all our activities, please do not feel like you should do anything outside your comfort zone. If you ever feel pressured or that your boundaries are being violated after you have communicated them clearly, you should bring it to the attention of a Snuggle facilitator.
LoveTribe creates community where we manifest abundance and vitality in our lives by awakening our senses (giving ourselves permission to be sensual, embodied beings) and engaging with others in a physically playful, heart-conscious manner. Please join us for an evening of thanksgiving, vital abundance and gentle spontaneous playfulness...
RSVP REQUIRED - Only those on the guestlist will be given the location and admitted to the event!!
DOORS: Open at 8:00pm. Please arrive no later than 9:00pm. Late arrivals will not be admitted - call if you are running late. Come early to meet new people and enjoy the luscious ambiance!
LOCATION: Announced to guests the week before the party - Van Nuys Area
SUGGESTED DONATION: $15-$20 and finger food snackluck item encouraged (no one turned away for lack of funds or food -- give what you can and join us anyway!) This is a mixed gender balanced event. Volunteer and get $5 off!
Questions: Samwise-(310) 993-6020
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