LoveTribe Snuggle Party - February 22 in Van Nuys 165 views since posting on Thu, February 7, 2008 - 2:36 PM
enlarge photo Date & Time: Friday, February 22, 2008 - Saturday, February 23, 2008
8:00 PM
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, kisses, caresses, massages and more without the presence of pressure. 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 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. We rarely sit around simply holding our friends, gently caressing each other that does not have stronger sexual contact as its goal. 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.
THIS IS A GENDER AND AGE BALANCED EVENT...
We want everybody to feel comfortable, so we balance the guest list to ensure a diversity in age and an equality in gender. If we have more men RSVP than women, they will be placed on a wait list until we have enough females. If you are a women and want to bring a man, he will be admitted. If you are a man and want to bring a woman, you will be both admitted.
INTERESTED?
Read ~~ rsvp.lovetribe.org/snuggle ~~ to learn more about our philosophy.
Register on the site and then RSVP for this event at: >> events.LoveTribe.org/
enlarge photo Date & Time: Friday, February 22, 2008 - Saturday, February 23, 2008
8:00 PM
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, kisses, caresses, massages and more without the presence of pressure. 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 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. We rarely sit around simply holding our friends, gently caressing each other that does not have stronger sexual contact as its goal. 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.
THIS IS A GENDER AND AGE BALANCED EVENT...
We want everybody to feel comfortable, so we balance the guest list to ensure a diversity in age and an equality in gender. If we have more men RSVP than women, they will be placed on a wait list until we have enough females. If you are a women and want to bring a man, he will be admitted. If you are a man and want to bring a woman, you will be both admitted.
INTERESTED?
Read ~~ rsvp.lovetribe.org/snuggle ~~ to learn more about our philosophy.
Register on the site and then RSVP for this event at: >> events.LoveTribe.org/
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Re: Lovetribe.org - LA Snuggle Party on 02/22/08!!!
Sat, February 23, 2008 - 10:21 AMHow did the party go?
