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About The Denver Cuddlers
Welcome!
The Denver Cuddlers is a Meetup for adults interested in cuddling! We explore and talk about our innate human needs for touch, intimacy, and affection in an emotionally safe, non-threatening, and non-sexual manner.
Affectionate touch is necessary for healthy immune systems, good mental health, and the development of our brains and nervous systems. It can reduce stress levels, and helps sick or injured people to heal. Touch is a means of communication and interaction with the world that surrounds us. Practicing welcomed, affectionate touch can improve relationships of all kinds. Touch is one of the five senses, and as such, it is one of the ways we learn about the world. It feeds and nurtures us, so get ready to feel good!
People come to cuddle parties for a variety of reasons, and end up leaving with an even greater variety of experiences. Amongst many cuddlers, and even within one cuddler, feelings may roam among the jovial, familial, romantic, and spiritual. Though there are rules pertaining to what might be expressed, feelings may go where they will. This is a great place to explore and expand one's landscape of human interaction.
Hugs and Cuddles!
The Denver Cuddlers
Cuddle Clothes: Wear something comfortable! Think drawstrings and loose t-shirts. Pajamas are welcome, but not required. Lingerie or anything see-thru is inappropriate for The Denver Cuddlers.
Other Cuddle Goodies: Bring things that make you feel cuddly! Pillows, stuffed animals, and fresh blankets are good things to bring. Snacks and juice to share would be appreciated. Alcohol is not acceptable at a Denver Cuddlers event.
1) Be respectful of all Cuddlers, at all times.
2) Clothes must be worn at all times.
3) Cuddling is encouraged, but not required. You will never be forced to cuddle.
4) Ask clearly and specifically before touching. If a Cuddler says anything that isn't a clear "Yes," then treat it as if it were a "No, thank you." "Maybe," means "No, thank you." If you are making the request, make sure you can handle a "No" before asking.
5) If you change your mind, you must let the other Cuddler know, especially in the case of a "Yes," to a "No, thank you." Of course, if a "No, thank you," changes to a "Yes!" you are also encouraged to let the other Cuddler know.
6) Do not touch yourself or other Cuddlers in a sexual manner, or in any way that might make a fellow Cuddler feel uncomfortable. The Denver Cuddlers do not discourage sex, but our events are not intended to be sexual in nature. If you feel compelled, you are free to exchange contact information.
7) Please do not flirt in a sexual manner, or discuss sexual topics at a Denver Cuddlers event. You are free to exchange contact information to do so at a later time.
8) Drugs and Alcohol will not be tolerated at a Denver Cuddlers event.
9) Due to the nature of The Denver Cuddlers, all events must be limited to 18-and-over only. We know there are those of a younger age that would benefit from a Good Cuddle, but it is not allowed at Denver Cuddlers events.
10) Denver Cuddler events are non-discriminatory. We are friendly to Cuddlers from all arenas of life, and of every: race, color, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital status, state of pregnancy, disability, veteran status, national or ethnic origin, and socioeconomic background. Cuddlers who are not tolerant will be removed.
11) Denver Cuddlers events are confidential. Do not gossip. Do not share who attended, or another Cuddler's words or actions with anyone who did not attend the event without that Cuddler's expressed permission. You are free to share your feelings and the general happenings of an event with anyone you wish.
12) Please arrive on time and prepared for the duration of your stay at the event you will be attending. The Denver Cuddlers do not allow late Cuddlers to enter, and re-entry is not allowed.
13) Please help keep the Cuddle Zone, as well as any other areas you might find yourself in, neat and tidy. Our hosts have been generous enough to allow us to cuddle in their space, so please respect it, or they may not let us use it again in the future.
14) We recommend that you leave your cell phone, pager, or other contact device at home or in your vehicle. If you must have a contact device for emergency purposes, it will need to be set to a noiseless setting.
15) Given the nature of the event, it is important to be mindful of one's hygiene.
16) The say of the Cuddle Monitor is final. If a Cuddler feels as if they have been unjustly evaluated by the Cuddle Monitor, the issue may be taken to the event organizers.
17) Cuddlers breaking Cuddly Guidelines, may be removed. Some offenders will no longer be able to attend Denver Cuddlers events.
1) Remember, feeling sexual is OKAY! It is not against the rules to feel sexual, only to express yourself sexually.
2) If you have a partner, please respect them by communicating (before the event) with them to discuss your boundaries as individuals, as well as a couple. We would also recommend talking about why you want to attend, and what you hope to take away from attending a Denver Cuddlers event, be it a greater openness for human touch, or a simple phone number. Feeling connected to a loving partner(s) will ensure you have an even better time at the party! Please don't try to re-negotiate these agreements during the event.
3) If a question, issue, or concern arises; if you feel unsafe at any time; or need assistance in any way, the Cuddle Monitor will be glad to help you. Cuddle Monitors are allowed to cuddle while on duty, but they are a Cuddle Monitor first. The Cuddle Monitor is there to assist you, so please don't feel like a disruption.
Please be polite. In our experience, using "Please," and "Thank you," is more likely to get you a cuddle. Also, expressing your positive feelings after a Good Cuddle will help to make the party more successful by encouraging other positive feelings and expressions.
4) If you are rejected, the reason may have nothing at all to do with you at all. It would be wise not to take the matter personally.
5) If you'd like to say, "no," do so gently. If a firmer, "no," feels in order, contact a Cuddle Monitor.
6) Exchanging massages with consenting Cuddlers is perfectly acceptable!
7) Some Cuddlers enjoy cuddling with many people at a party. Do not feel obliged to stay in any cuddling situation. After any length of cuddling, it is okay to move on.
7) Tears and laughter are both welcome!
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