The Art of Being Held - A Conscious Cuddles Evening

The Art of Being Held

A Conscious Cuddles Evening

Friday 13th February | In-Person Evening Event

This is a guided, non-sexual evening of conscious cuddles, nurturing touch, and deep rest — created for those longing to feel held, supported, and met without pressure or expectation.

There is no dating agenda, no requirement to connect romantically, and no need to perform or “be a certain way”.

You are welcome to come on your own, with a friend, or as a couple.

What This Evening Offers

✔ A safe, facilitated space to receive nurturing, consensual touch
✔ Support for nervous-system regulation and emotional settling
✔ Clear boundaries and agreements that create trust and ease
✔ An invitation to slow down, soften, and be held — physically and emotionally

This is a non-sexual event.
Clothes remain on at all times.

What This Is NOT

✖ Not a dating event
✖ Not a pickup space
✖ Not sexual or erotic
✖ Not about pushing comfort zones

You are never expected to touch or be touched.

What to Expect

The evening is gently and clearly facilitated, and may include:

• grounding and arrival practices

• guidance around consent and communication

• nervous system regulation

• simple, non-sexual cuddling and holding practices

• opportunities to rest, be held, or simply observe

• time for integration and quiet presence

Everything is optional and invitational.
You can say yes, no, or change your mind at any moment.

Rest and observation are always welcome.

Who This Is For

This evening is especially for you if:

• you feel touch-hungry, lonely, or depleted

• you’re tired of Valentine’s pressure and expectations

• you want to experience touch as nourishing, not demanding

• you’re healing from stress, burnout, heartbreak, or disconnection

• you long to feel safe, supported, and held

No prior experience with Tantra or conscious touch is needed.

Safety & Boundaries

To keep this space safe and inclusive:

• This is a non-sexual event

• Clothes remain on at all times

• Consent is explicit, ongoing, and central

• Clear facilitation and group agreements are in place

• You are always in choice

Anyone unable to respect these agreements will be asked to leave.

Practical Information

Date: Friday 13th February
Time: 7- 11 PM
Location: The Retreat New Forest 

Please bring:

• comfortable clothes 

• a blanket 

• a cushion 

• water 

Spaces are limited to keep the container small, safe, and well-held.

About the Facilitator

Anja Woszczyna is a Tantra teacher, trauma-informed coach, and somatic practitioner with over two decades of experience holding spaces for intimacy, embodiment, and conscious connection.

Her work centres on:

• consent-based touch

• nervous system awareness

• trauma-informed facilitation

• deep respect for boundaries and choice