The Snuggle Party Guidebook: Create Deeper Friendships, Decrease Loneliness, & Enjoy Nurturing Touch Community

2015 Indie Book Awards Finalist, Relationships. In just a few weeks, you can be hosting platonic touch-positive events, enjoying warmer friendships, creating a supportive tribe, and resonating with others on a deeper heartfelt level. Packed with knowledge of experts from a long-established snuggling community, this book gives you all the tools to spark change:
• an explanation of snuggle parties and how they can change lives
• 25 touch-positive games and activities to introduce others to snuggling
• snuggle party rules
• identification of internal barriers to enjoying physical affection
• tips on attracting other snugglers, even if you're a bit shy
• ideas for creating a safe, comfortable cuddle environment
• tips on sexuality, gender, couples, dating, and cultural diversity
• pointers on self-care and getting support, such as money and volunteers
• strategies for managing social and emotional dynamics
• ways platonic cuddling can complement and enhance romantic relationships
• This book has much to offer for anyone who desires more physical affection and intimacy. It may be especially powerful for: those grieving loss of a partner due to divorce or death, those in addictions recovery who want to abstain from romantic and sexual relationships, young adults who crave more touch but aren't ready for a romantic relationship, partners separated due to military service, people seeking support following a geographic relocation, individuals in residential care settings, and those considering careers in the growing field of professional snuggling and cuddling.