An immersive experience to manage your emotions and your inner critic, to strengthen your relationships with your loved ones and yourself.

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Are you feeling disconnected, numb or unsure how to let anyone in?

When someone asks you how you are, do you say you’re “fine” but deep down you’re not fine at all?

Do you find yourself struggling to ask or receive support but just don’t know how?

You’re not alone and you don’t need to carry this silent burden anymore.

I published this book for men however women have been wanting to access this information too for themselves and to understand the weight that men carry to bury their emotions in order to present a false sense of masculinity that they can take it all.

If this speaks to you, I invite you to join me for my interactive session to understand and work with your emotions without losing your strength; break the lifelong patterns that keep you shut down and distant; show up with honesty, courage and self-respect in your relationships and lead your life confidently, aligned with the person you know you can be.

This special book launch involves…

📖 A Signed Copy: Upon arrival or before departure, you will receive my book, signed by me to continue your journey once this event is over. You can pay this book forward by signing your name and pass it onto the next person who’s in need of it.

🙋‍♂️ Opening Circle: Check-in where you’re at with yourself in a non-judgemental space to connect with the group.

💁‍♂️ Wellbeing Discussion: A conversation around Chapter 7 from my book, How To Reframe Your Inner Critic, we will explore how to deal with negative self-talk. If you speak badly about yourself in ways you would not talk about your friends, this process is for you. Find where the message is coming from and give it a new helpful role in your life!

🛋️ Optional Hot Seat: One or more participants who consent to be guided and supported through navigating their inner critic to gain insight into a deeper self-awareness and a gentle way of healing a part of themselves.

🙆‍♂️ Closing Circle: Check out, questions and wrapping things up.

This ticket includes a mini workshop session with Rob Nugen and a signed copy of his book I’M FINE!

When and where

Saturday 21 November 2026, 13:00 - 15:00

Page & Turner Bookshop, Level 2, Myer Centre, 14/38 Rundle Mall, Adelaide SA 5000

Please arrive 13:00-13:15 to have a meet and greet with the author, order and pay for your drinks or snacks and settle into the space. At 13:15, to keep things to schedule, Rob will start the session and won’t be waiting for late arrivals.

☕️ Please help us support this lovely venue, Page & Turner, by ordering drinks or snacks while you’re there!

Tickets

A$27.78 by card or on Eventbrite, or $25 by bank transfer (contact jessxgoh@lifeinconfidence.com). Capped at 20 participants to keep things personable, intimate and safe. Ages 18+. No refunds.

FAQ

How do I get there? The bookshop is inside the Myer Centre in Rundle Mall, Adelaide. Take the lift or escalators to level 2. It is an easy commute by tram, train or bus, or the closest car park is Secure Parking - Rundle Place, Adelaide Car Park.

Do I need to bring anything? Pen & journal if you wish to write down notes or to help you gain clarity. Drinks or snacks are available at Page & Turner; please order them there to support local business that supports local community.

Who is this event for? Anyone who finds themselves comparing their self-worth to others and is open to improving their relationship with self. This book is marketed for men but women are welcome to attend as they will benefit from the information presented as well.

Do I need to participate in the opening and closing circle, discussion and hot seat? Opening circle yes, to form connection with the group; closing circle, discussion and hot seat are optional. Rob will only take 1-2 participants for the hot seat to manage time.

About the event organiser

Jess X Goh is the founder of Life In Confidence, an international holistic trauma recovery business, for over 10 years. Jess is passionate about empowering burned out high achievers to make peace with their traumatic past (drug-free). She is a spiritual speaker at wellness festivals and featured on numerous podcasts.

Enjoy afternoon tea in a heartful community, discussing things we hold dear and the practice of letting go.

After 23+ years in Kanagawa, Barefoot Rob will be leaving Japan by June 2027 (yes, a year away, but time flies… plus he’ll be in Adelaide for 3 to 6 of those months!)

This event will be an opportunity to reflect on the journeys we all take in life, a chance to share personal stories, and a chance for Rob to find new loving homes for some beloved items with unique stories!

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The event will start at 14:00 with a meditation to slow down into the present moment.

After the meditation, we’ll explore how possessions become meaningful and why letting go may feel difficult. In small groups we’ll reflect on beloved items and meanings they hold in our lives, and how letting go can open doors to new possibilities in life. If you’d like, bring a sacred object of your own to share with the group, show-n-tell style.

After the discussion, Rob will share some stories behind his well-loved items that are looking for a new caretaker.

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This isn’t a garage sale pretending to be a workshop, it’s a workshop with a garage sale in the back. Moving homes after 23 years involves practical decisions as well as emotional ones; I’m interested in exploring both.

This is also an experimental workshop, drawing inspiration from Japanese もったいない, and the Hobbit tradition of mathoms: well-loved objects that outlive their original purpose but are too meaningful to simply throw away.

Come with an open mind, an optional sacred object to introduce. Bring a backpack if you’d like to take home something from Rob’s collection.

There’s no obligation to take an item. 😉 Whether or not you take something physical, I hope you’ll arrive home with a new relationship to some of your own possessions.

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The Afternoon

📅 Saturday 29 August 2026 · 13:30–16:00

• 13:30: Doors open - Arrive, welcome, order a drink, and settle in
• 14:00: Meditation - A few minutes to feel grounded and present
• 14:05: Musings & small shares - On the things we hold, and how they hold us
• 14:25: Show-n-tell - Attendees share a sacred object of their own
• 14:45: Rob’s stories - Tales of some of the items
• 15:35: Freestyle browse & farewell - Find new homes for beloved things

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The Location

Impact HUB Tokyo

〒153-0063 Tokyo, Meguro City, Meguro, 2 Chome−11−3 印刷工場 １階

Google Maps

🔗 See some of the items that are available so far: Barefoot Rob’s Mindful Sayonara Sale

Date: Saturday, February 28, 2026
Time: 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Location: The Pink Cow, Akasaka
Venue: https://www.thepinkcow.com/
Address: 1-3-18 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo 107-0052
DG22 building 3rd floor

𝗜’𝗠 𝗙𝗜𝗡𝗘! Book Launch & Signing Party & Workshop @ The Pink Cow

Come join me at The Pink Cow - Restaurant, Art Bar & Funky Space on Saturday February 28th!

𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐓 𝐎𝐍𝐄: 𝐖𝐎𝐑𝐊𝐒𝐇𝐎𝐏

Do you enjoy deeper connection? Join at 5pm for a one‑hour workshop inspired by my book 𝗜’𝗠 𝗙𝗜𝗡𝗘!

Please RSVP here or on the LINE QR Code above to help us know how many to expect!

Outline:

• placing our orders from their delicious California-Mexican menu
• connecting with a simple check‑in circle,
• enjoy a few engaging activities focused on emotional awareness
• enjoy our yummy food orders from The Pink Cow!

I’ll also read a short section from my book 𝗜’𝗠 𝗙𝗜𝗡𝗘!… featuring my rarely‑heard Texan accent 🤠

No fixed price: donations welcome

Seats are limited for the workshop, so RSVP and See you there!

𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐓 𝐓𝐖𝐎: 𝐌𝐄𝐄𝐓 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐄𝐀𝐓

No RSVP needed! If can’t join this time for the workshop, or you’d prefer to just say hello, come between 6pm and 7pm for a casual meet and eat!

Celebrate the launch with a signed copy of 𝗜’𝗠 𝗙𝗜𝗡𝗘! (¥2000)

Come as you are and see you there!

The Pink Cow is located at:

1-3-18 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo 107-0052
DG22 building 3rd floor

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What is a Cuddle Party?

A Cuddle Party is a non-sexual social event where participants practice communication and optionally explore platonic touch. Attendees practice setting clear boundaries, communicating their desires, and respecting each others’ limits in a safe space.

Cuddle Parties provide an opportunity for nurturing, platonic touch and intimacy, which supports well-being and balanced emotions.

While sexual activity is prohibited at Cuddle Parties, some light touching like hugs, caresses, and snuggling is allowed between consenting attendees of all genders. LGBTIQ+ friendly!

At a Cuddle Party, physical contact is optional. The primary goals of a Cuddle Party are to practice exploring consent and communication with others.

RSVP on Humanitix

https://events.humanitix.com/cuddle-party-communication-workshop

What do we do at a Cuddle Party?

We do two main things at Cuddle Parties:

1. Practice consent.
   A key part of Cuddle Parties is learning how to communicate your desires and how to respect others’ requests.
2. Consensual platonic touch.
   Optionally experience and appreciate caring touch from other like-minded people.

We’ll start with an Welcome Circle to get us settled. We’ll then go through the rules of Cuddle Party in a mini communication workshop, allowing participants to practice inner awareness and clear expression of boundaries.

After the communication workshop, we’ll have 2 hours of Self-Directed Connection

Now it is time for you to ask for what you want, say yes and no to
requests and invitations, cuddle according to your desires and comfort
(or just talk if you prefer), connect with fascinating people,
"cuddle mingle," and, ultimately, relax into the flow of an unusually
playful and respectful social environment.

Some participants cuddle in groups, others one-on-one,
while some like to talk and not cuddle for a time, or not at all.
Cuddling can mean feet against feet, full-body hugs, head-rubs,
spooning — it is, indeed, up to you.
And, configurations and positions shift significantly
throughout the event, thanks in part to Rule 6:
You are encouraged to change your mind.

from: https://cuddleparty.com/what-is-a-cuddle-party/

We’ll finish with a closing circle to reflect on our experience.

Benefits

• “allow your inner child to play and express and receive love through the power of touch.”
• “I felt I received a lot of healing from receiving and giving affection and touch.”
• Reduce Stress and Anxiety
• Boost Mood and Emotional Resilience
• Support Healing from Touch Deprivation
• Enhance Emotional Awareness and Self-Expression
• Practice Clear and Respectful Boundaries
• Increase Comfort with Asking and Declining
• Promote Non-Verbal Communication Awareness
• Build a Sense of Community
• Encourage Authenticity and Vulnerability
• Provide a Safe Space for Intimacy (without Sex)
• Develop Confidence in Setting Boundaries
• Increase Comfort with Physical Affection in Friendships
• Encourage a Lighthearted, Playful Atmosphere
• Unplug from Screens and Social Media

Who Might Benefit the Most?

• People who feel touch-deprived or lonely.
• Those looking to practice setting and respecting boundaries.
• Individuals recovering from past relationship challenges.
• Anyone wanting to increase their emotional intelligence and communication skills.
• People seeking a supportive, community-oriented space.

Testimonials

It was a great event. Thank you so much.
Hope more and more people will join the event.
For us Japanese, we don't communicate that much by hugging,
but I think people need it. Hugging helps people a lot to be feeling safe.
It was a great workshop.

ー Lily

I attended the cuddle party in February.
It had a profound impact on my nervous system.
The exercises we did while learning were heaps of fun.
I felt like I was a kid again.
It was a real joy to be learning through play,
about communication with myself and others about touch.
I would highly recommend it to all people.
I hope one day to live in a society where non sexual
touch is a welcomed, consensual form of communication.

ー Brett Waller

Rob definitely created a safe space for strangers
coming together at a Cuddle Party to connect with
one another in a warm, confident, fun, playful and
loving way. He was able to demonstrate very quickly
how to use curiousity to explore play and touch in
an intimate yet platonic setting.
I had such a fun time, it was beyond my expectation
of what a Cuddle Party is in my mind. I felt I received
a lot of healing from receiving and giving affection
and touch. It was fun to connect with the other
participants as well.
I highly recommend this experience to anyone
who is looking for connection, willing to allow
their inner child to play and express and receive
love through the power of touch.
I definitely will be coming back again!

ー Jess X Goh

When

Sunday 27 April 2025

Please arrive between 12:45 and 12:50 so we can be settled and start our Welcome Circle at 13:00.

Where

Mindful Impact Wellness Hub in Crafers

https://mindfulimpact.com.au/studio

Tickets

• $55 for 1 person
• $100 for 2 people

RSVP on Humanitix https://events.humanitix.com/cuddle-party-communication-workshop

Includes

Vegan pizza from Crafers Pizza Bar

Please Bring

• a pillow or two
• comfortable clothes (modest pyjamas)

Arrive On Time

Once we begin the Welcome Circle and orientation, sorry, we can let no one enter late. This creates comfort and safety by knowing that everyone is on the same page about rules and expectations.

Fine print

Must be 18+ to attend.
This is a sober event - do not attend under the influence.

CANCELLATION:
Tickets are nonrefundable if you cancel or no-show, but credit for future events will be provided for cancellations up until the day of the event. You will receive a refund if you attend the Welcome Circle and decide to leave before the cuddle portion of the event.

Your Facilitator, Rob Nugen

I help ambitious men to discover their gold on a journey into the divine masculine. I guide men who feel overwhelmed by their past and “traditional” masculinity to break away from their inner demons of self-defeat and shame through transformative shadow work, space holding and circle work.

I am a TedX speaker, barefoot walker for over 20 years, trained and run men circles with ManKind Project since 2015. I made a powerful decision to release myself from a 12 year marriage that had become untenable. Now I’m with my dream woman who matches my values and offers the love I desire.

What is a Cuddle Party?

A Cuddle Party is a non-sexual social event where participants practice communication and optionally explore platonic touch. Attendees practice setting clear boundaries, communicating their desires, and respecting each others’ limits in a safe space.

Cuddle Parties provide an opportunity for nurturing, platonic touch and intimacy, which supports well-being and balanced emotions.

While sexual activity is prohibited at Cuddle Parties, some light touching like hugs, caresses, and snuggling is allowed between consenting attendees of all genders. LGBTIQ+ friendly!

At a Cuddle Party, physical contact is optional. The primary goals of a Cuddle Party are to practice exploring consent and communication with others.

RSVP on Humanitix

https://events.humanitix.com/cuddle-party-communication-workshop

What do we do at a Cuddle Party?

We do two main things at Cuddle Parties:

1. Practice consent.
   A key part of Cuddle Parties is learning how to communicate your desires and how to respect others’ requests.
2. Consensual platonic touch.
   Optionally experience and appreciate caring touch from other like-minded people.

We’ll start with an Welcome Circle to get us settled. We’ll then go through the rules of Cuddle Party in a mini communication workshop, allowing participants to practice inner awareness and clear expression of boundaries.

After the communication workshop, we’ll have 2 hours of Self-Directed Connection

Now it is time for you to ask for what you want, say yes and no to
requests and invitations, cuddle according to your desires and comfort
(or just talk if you prefer), connect with fascinating people,
"cuddle mingle," and, ultimately, relax into the flow of an unusually
playful and respectful social environment.

Some participants cuddle in groups, others one-on-one,
while some like to talk and not cuddle for a time, or not at all.
Cuddling can mean feet against feet, full-body hugs, head-rubs,
spooning — it is, indeed, up to you.
And, configurations and positions shift significantly
throughout the event, thanks in part to Rule 6:
You are encouraged to change your mind.

from: https://cuddleparty.com/what-is-a-cuddle-party/

We’ll finish with a closing circle to reflect on our experience.

Benefits

• “allow your inner child to play and express and receive love through the power of touch.”
• “I felt I received a lot of healing from receiving and giving affection and touch.”
• Reduce Stress and Anxiety
• Boost Mood and Emotional Resilience
• Support Healing from Touch Deprivation
• Enhance Emotional Awareness and Self-Expression
• Practice Clear and Respectful Boundaries
• Increase Comfort with Asking and Declining
• Promote Non-Verbal Communication Awareness
• Build a Sense of Community
• Encourage Authenticity and Vulnerability
• Provide a Safe Space for Intimacy (without Sex)
• Develop Confidence in Setting Boundaries
• Increase Comfort with Physical Affection in Friendships
• Encourage a Lighthearted, Playful Atmosphere
• Unplug from Screens and Social Media

Who Might Benefit the Most?

• People who feel touch-deprived or lonely.
• Those looking to practice setting and respecting boundaries.
• Individuals recovering from past relationship challenges.
• Anyone wanting to increase their emotional intelligence and communication skills.
• People seeking a supportive, community-oriented space.

Testimonials

It was a great event. Thank you so much.
Hope more and more people will join the event.
For us Japanese, we don't communicate that much by hugging,
but I think people need it. Hugging helps people a lot to be feeling safe.
It was a great workshop.

ー Lily

Rob, you are fantastic.
There really should be more events like this,
which have great potential to heal this broken world.
Our society would be so much better if we learned
this type of communication at school instead of things
like algebra and geometry that most of us never use and
forget as soon as the course is over.

ー Andy Boerger

Rob definitely created a safe space for strangers
coming together at a Cuddle Party to connect with
one another in a warm, confident, fun, playful and
loving way. He was able to demonstrate very quickly
how to use curiousity to explore play and touch in
an intimate yet platonic setting.
I had such a fun time, it was beyond my expectation
of what a Cuddle Party is in my mind. I felt I received
a lot of healing from receiving and giving affection
and touch. It was fun to connect with the other
participants as well.
I highly recommend this experience to anyone
who is looking for connection, willing to allow
their inner child to play and express and receive
love through the power of touch.
I definitely will be coming back again!

ー Jess X Goh

When

Saturday 22 February 2025

Please arrive between 17:45 and 17:50 so we can be settled and start our Welcome Circle at 18:00.

Where

Mindful Impact Wellness Hub in Crafers

https://mindfulimpact.com.au/studio

Tickets

• $55 for 1 person
• $100 for 2 people

RSVP on Humanitix https://events.humanitix.com/cuddle-party-communication-workshop

Includes

Vegan pizza from Crafers Pizza Bar

Please Bring

• a pillow or two
• comfortable clothes (modest pyjamas)

Arrive On Time

Once we begin the Welcome Circle and orientation, sorry, we can let no one enter late. This creates comfort and safety by knowing that everyone is on the same page about rules and expectations.

Fine print

Must be 18+ to attend.
This is a sober event - do not attend under the influence.

CANCELLATION:
Tickets are nonrefundable if you cancel, but credit for future events will be provided for cancellations up until the day of the event. You will receive a refund if you attend the Welcome Circle and decide not to stay for the cuddle portion of the event.

Your Facilitator, Rob Nugen

I help ambitious men to discover their gold on a journey into the divine masculine. I guide men who feel overwhelmed by their past and “traditional” masculinity to break away from their inner demons of self-defeat and shame through transformative shadow work, space holding and circle work.

I am a TedX speaker, barefoot walker for over 20 years, trained and run men circles with ManKind Project since 2015. I made a powerful decision to release myself from a 12 year marriage that had become untenable. Now I’m with my dream woman who matches my values and offers the love I desire.

Details

Do you struggle to be seen and heard by the opposite sex?

Are you desiring more sex and intimacy in your relationship?

What would happen if you could overcome these challenges in your life?

What would happen if you could discuss sensitive issues that no one talks about?

Brother, I hear you. I’ve struggled with these questions; I’ve been there and done it too.

Anything is possible with the right support and pathway. You can turn it around like I have.

I’m Rob Nugen, a connection coach for men. I help you discover your gold in your unique journey of divine masculinity.

I started my inner work journey with the ManKind Project in 1997. I founded ManKind Project Japan in 2015 and have grown in my leadership and facilitation skills, with over 25 years of experience and training to support men in working through the issues they face in life. I’ve been trained in ShadowWork, Cuddle Party, as well as a crisis hotline volunteer.

Now I’m bringing this experience to you in Sydney.

For 12 years I was locked in an unsatisfying marriage where I sought other relationships. Now I’m in a devoted passionate heart-centered relationship, aligned with my needs and values as a man.

Now it’s your turn to discover what’s possible for you in sex, love, and intimacy.

Here’s what you’ll experience in this circle:

• Confidential space for you to settle in, so you can be fully present, authentic and vulnerable
• Grounding meditation to drop into your healthy masculine
• Open discussions around sex, love and intimacy
• Learn why you are triggered by your romantic partners (and why this is a gift for you)
• Raising awareness around our stories and projections in personal relationships

If you feel called to dive deeper in a private container, there’s an opportunity for further work with me man to man.

Feel free to share this event with other men who would appreciate this support.

This sacred space is for 8 men only.

Reserve your spot now for $49

With brotherly love and a bear hug,

Rob Nugen
Connection Coach For Men
W: www.robnugen.com
E: rob@robnugen.com

What is a Cuddle Party?

A Cuddle Party is a non-sexual social event where participants practice communication and optionally explore platonic touch. Attendees practice setting clear boundaries, communicating their desires, and respecting each others’ limits in a safe space.

Cuddle Parties provide an opportunity for nurturing, platonic touch and intimacy, which supports well-being and balanced emotions.

While sexual activity is prohibited at Cuddle Parties, some light touching like hugs, caresses, and snuggling is allowed between consenting attendees.

At a Cuddle Party, physical contact is optional. The primary goals of a Cuddle Party are to practice exploring consent and communication with others.

RSVP on Peatix

https://cuddle-party-tokyo-16-september-2023.peatix.com/

What do we do at a Cuddle Party?

We do two main things at Cuddle Parties:

1. Practice consent.
   A key part of Cuddle Parties is learning how to communicate your desires and how to respect others’ requests.
2. Consensual platonic touch.
   Optionally experience and appreciate caring touch from other like-minded people.

We’ll start with an Welcome Circle to get us settled. We’ll then go through the rules of Cuddle Party in a mini communication workshop, allowing participants to practice inner awareness and clear expression of boundaries.

After the communication workshop, we’ll have 2 or more hours of Self-Directed Connection

This is a time for you to ask for what you want, say yes and no to
requests and invitations, cuddle according to your desires and comfort
(or just talk if you prefer), connect with fascinating people,
"cuddle mingle," and, ultimately, relax into the flow of an unusually
playful and respectful social environment.

Some participants cuddle in groups, others one-on-one,
while some like to talk and not cuddle for a time, or not at all.
Cuddling can mean feet against feet, full-body hugs, head-rubs,
spooning — it is, indeed, up to you.
And, configurations and positions shift significantly
throughout the event, thanks in part to Rule 6:
You are encouraged to change your mind.

from: https://cuddleparty.com/what-is-a-cuddle-party/

We’ll finish with a closing circle to reflect on our experience.

Why?

Clear communication allows more harmonious relationships, regardless of the context.

Nurturing and consensual touch supports a healthy life, strong nervous system, and balanced emotions.

Testimonials

It was a great event. Thank you so much.
Hope more and more people will join the event.
For us Japanese, we don't communicate that much by hugging,
but I think people need it. Hugging helps people a lot to be feeling safe.
It was a great workshop.

ー Lily

Rob, you are fantastic.
There really should be more events like this,
which have great potential to heal this broken world.
Our society would be so much better if we learned
this type of communication at school instead of things
like algebra and geometry that most of us never use and
forget as soon as the course is over.

ー Andy Boerger

Rob definitely created a safe space for strangers
coming together at a Cuddle Party to connect with
one another in a warm, confident, fun, playful and
loving way. He was able to demonstrate very quickly
how to use curiousity to explore play and touch in
an intimate yet platonic setting.
I had such a fun time, it was beyond my expectation
of what a Cuddle Party is in my mind. I felt I received
a lot of healing from receiving and giving affection
and touch. It was fun to connect with the other
participants as well.
I highly recommend this experience to anyone
who is looking for connection, willing to allow
their inner child to play and express and receive
love through the power of touch.
I definitely will be coming back again!

ー Jess X Goh

When

Saturday 16 September 2023

Please arrive between 12:30 and 12:50 so we can be settled and start our Welcome Circle at 13:00.

Where

• 5 minutes walk from Minatomirai Line Nihon-Odori Station
• 6 minutes walk from JR Kannai Station

Cost

• 5555 yen for 1 person

Buy tickets on Peatix

Fine print

Must be 18+ to attend. This is a sober event - please do not attend under the influence.

CANCELLATION: Please let me know if you cannot come. Tickets are nonrefundable, but credit for future events will be provided for cancellations up until the day of the event.

COVID considerations

We will not require any special COVID-19 precautions for this event. Vaccines and masks are optional. Of course, if you’re feeling ill, please stay home. Otherwise, welcome.

About me, “Barefoot” Rob Nugen

I have a passion for connecting with the world around me, especially walking barefoot. This helps me to stay grounded, and appreciate the beauty of the present moment. I’m leading Cuddle Party events to help welcome us back into connection after an isolating pandemic.

I have been running a men’s peer counseling group in Tokyo since 2015, and conducting in-person workshops in both Tokyo and Kanagawa since 2018.

Rob is amazing. He is a perfect facilitator in every way.
He is caring, kind, self-effacing, honest. Ten out of ten.

ー Andy Boerger

What is a Cuddle Party?

A Cuddle Party is a non-sexual social event where participants practice communication and optionally explore platonic touch. Attendees practice setting clear boundaries, communicating their desires, and respecting each others’ limits in a safe space.

Cuddle Parties provide an opportunity for nurturing, platonic touch and intimacy, which supports well-being and balanced emotions.

While sexual activity is prohibited at Cuddle Parties, some light touching like hugs, caresses, and snuggling is allowed between consenting attendees.

At a Cuddle Party, physical contact is optional. The primary goals of a Cuddle Party are to practice exploring consent and communication with others.

RSVP on Peatix

https://cuddle-party-tokyo-26-august-2023.peatix.com/

What do we do at a Cuddle Party?

We do two main things at Cuddle Parties:

1. Practice consent.
   A key part of Cuddle Parties is learning how to communicate your desires and how to respect others’ requests.
2. Consensual platonic touch.
   Optionally experience and appreciate caring touch from other like-minded people.

We’ll start with an Welcome Circle to get us settled. We’ll then go through the rules of Cuddle Party in a mini communication workshop, allowing participants to practice inner awareness and clear expression of boundaries.

After the communication workshop, we’ll have 2 or more hours of Self-Directed Connection

Now it is time for you to ask for what you want, say yes and no to
requests and invitations, cuddle according to your desires and comfort
(or just talk if you prefer), connect with fascinating people,
"cuddle mingle," and, ultimately, relax into the flow of an unusually
playful and respectful social environment.

Some participants cuddle in groups, others one-on-one,
while some like to talk and not cuddle for a time, or not at all.
Cuddling can mean feet against feet, full-body hugs, head-rubs,
spooning — it is, indeed, up to you.
And, configurations and positions shift significantly
throughout the event, thanks in part to Rule 6:
You are encouraged to change your mind.

from: https://cuddleparty.com/what-is-a-cuddle-party/

We’ll finish with a closing circle to reflect on our experience.

Why?

Clear communication allows more harmonious relationships, regardless of the context.

Nurturing and consensual touch supports a healthy life, strong nervous system, and balanced emotions.

Testimonials

It was a great event. Thank you so much.
Hope more and more people will join the event.
For us Japanese, we don't communicate that much by hugging,
but I think people need it. Hugging helps people a lot to be feeling safe.
It was a great workshop.

ー Lily

Rob, you are fantastic.
There really should be more events like this,
which have great potential to heal this broken world.
Our society would be so much better if we learned
this type of communication at school instead of things
like algebra and geometry that most of us never use and
forget as soon as the course is over.

ー Andy Boerger

Rob definitely created a safe space for strangers
coming together at a Cuddle Party to connect with
one another in a warm, confident, fun, playful and
loving way. He was able to demonstrate very quickly
how to use curiousity to explore play and touch in
an intimate yet platonic setting.
I had such a fun time, it was beyond my expectation
of what a Cuddle Party is in my mind. I felt I received
a lot of healing from receiving and giving affection
and touch. It was fun to connect with the other
participants as well.
I highly recommend this experience to anyone
who is looking for connection, willing to allow
their inner child to play and express and receive
love through the power of touch.
I definitely will be coming back again!

ー Jess X Goh

When

Saturday 26 August 2023

Please arrive between 12:30 and 12:50 so we can be settled and start our Welcome Circle at 13:00.

Where

5 minutes walk from Ikejiri-Ohashi Station (Details upon RSVP)

Cost

• 5555 yen for 1 person

Buy tickets on Peatix

Fine print

Must be 18+ to attend. This is a sober event - please do not attend under the influence.

CANCELLATION: Please let me know if you cannot come. Tickets are nonrefundable, but credit for future events will be provided for cancellations up until the day of the event.

COVID considerations

We will not require any special COVID-19 precautions for this event. Vaccines and masks are optional. Of course, if you’re feeling ill, please stay home. Otherwise, welcome.

About me, “Barefoot” Rob Nugen

I have a passion for connecting with the world around me, especially walking barefoot. This helps me to stay grounded, and appreciate the beauty of the present moment. I’m leading Cuddle Party events to help welcome us back into connection after an isolating pandemic.

I have been running a men’s peer counseling group in Tokyo since 2015, and conducting in-person workshops in both Tokyo and Kanagawa since 2018.

Rob is amazing. He is a perfect facilitator in every way.
He is caring, kind, self-effacing, honest. Ten out of ten.

ー Andy Boerger

What is a Cuddle Party?

A Cuddle Party is a non-sexual social event where participants practice communication and optionally explore platonic touch. Attendees practice setting clear boundaries, communicating their desires, and respecting each others’ limits in a safe space.

Cuddle Parties provide an opportunity for nurturing, platonic touch and intimacy, which supports well-being and balanced emotions.

While sexual activity is prohibited at Cuddle Parties, some light touching like hugs, caresses, and snuggling is allowed between consenting attendees.

At a Cuddle Party, physical contact is optional. The primary goals of a Cuddle Party are to practice exploring consent and communication with others.

RSVP on Peatix

https://cuddle-party-tokyo-29-july-2023.peatix.com/

What do we do at a Cuddle Party?

We do two main things at Cuddle Parties:

1. Practice consent.
   A key part of Cuddle Parties is learning how to communicate your desires and how to respect others’ requests.
2. Consensual platonic touch.
   Optionally experience and appreciate caring touch from other like-minded people.

We’ll start with an Welcome Circle to get us settled. We’ll then go through the rules of Cuddle Party in a mini communication workshop, allowing participants to practice inner awareness and clear expression of boundaries.

After the communication workshop, we’ll have 2 or more hours of Self-Directed Connection

Now it is time for you to ask for what you want, say yes and no to
requests and invitations, cuddle according to your desires and comfort
(or just talk if you prefer), connect with fascinating people,
"cuddle mingle," and, ultimately, relax into the flow of an unusually
playful and respectful social environment.

Some participants cuddle in groups, others one-on-one,
while some like to talk and not cuddle for a time, or not at all.
Cuddling can mean feet against feet, full-body hugs, head-rubs,
spooning — it is, indeed, up to you.
And, configurations and positions shift significantly
throughout the event, thanks in part to Rule 6:
You are encouraged to change your mind.

from: https://cuddleparty.com/what-is-a-cuddle-party/

We’ll finish with a closing circle to reflect on our experience.

Why?

Clear communication allows more harmonious relationships, regardless of the context.

Nurturing and consensual touch supports a healthy life, strong nervous system, and balanced emotions.

Testimonials

It was a great event. Thank you so much.
Hope more and more people will join the event.
For us Japanese, we don't communicate that much by hugging,
but I think people need it. Hugging helps people a lot to be feeling safe.
It was a great workshop.

ー Lily

Rob, you are fantastic.
There really should be more events like this,
which have great potential to heal this broken world.
Our society would be so much better if we learned
this type of communication at school instead of things
like algebra and geometry that most of us never use and
forget as soon as the course is over.

ー Andy Boerger

Rob definitely created a safe space for strangers
coming together at a Cuddle Party to connect with
one another in a warm, confident, fun, playful and
loving way. He was able to demonstrate very quickly
how to use curiousity to explore play and touch in
an intimate yet platonic setting.
I had such a fun time, it was beyond my expectation
of what a Cuddle Party is in my mind. I felt I received
a lot of healing from receiving and giving affection
and touch. It was fun to connect with the other
participants as well.
I highly recommend this experience to anyone
who is looking for connection, willing to allow
their inner child to play and express and receive
love through the power of touch.
I definitely will be coming back again!

ー Jess X Goh

When

Saturday 29 July 2023

Please arrive between 12:30 and 12:50 so we can be settled and start our Welcome Circle at 13:00.

Where

5 minutes walk from Ikejiri-Ohashi Station (Details upon RSVP)

Cost

• 5555 yen for 1 person

Buy tickets on Peatix

Fine print

Must be 18+ to attend. This is a sober event - please do not attend under the influence.

CANCELLATION: Please let me know if you cannot come. Tickets are nonrefundable, but credit for future events will be provided for cancellations up until the day of the event.

COVID considerations

We will not require any special COVID-19 precautions for this event. Vaccines and masks are optional. Of course, if you’re feeling ill, please stay home. Otherwise, welcome.

About me, “Barefoot” Rob Nugen

I have a passion for connecting with the world around me, especially walking barefoot. This helps me to stay grounded, and appreciate the beauty of the present moment. I’m leading Cuddle Party events to help welcome us back into connection after an isolating pandemic.

I have been running a men’s peer counseling group in Tokyo since 2015, and conducting in-person workshops in both Tokyo and Kanagawa since 2018.

Rob is amazing. He is a perfect facilitator in every way.
He is caring, kind, self-effacing, honest. Ten out of ten.

ー Andy Boerger

What is a Cuddle Party?

A Cuddle Party is a non-sexual social event where participants practice communication and optionally explore platonic touch. Attendees practice setting clear boundaries, communicating their desires, and respecting each others’ limits in a safe space.

Cuddle Parties provide an opportunity for nurturing, platonic touch and intimacy, which supports well-being and balanced emotions.

While sexual activity is prohibited at Cuddle Parties, some light touching like hugs, caresses, and snuggling is allowed between consenting attendees.

At a Cuddle Party, physical contact is optional. The primary goals of a Cuddle Party are to practice exploring consent and communication with others.

RSVP on Peatix

https://cuddle-party-tokyo-june-2023.peatix.com/

What do we do at a Cuddle Party?

We do two main things at Cuddle Parties:

1. Practice consent.
   A key part of Cuddle Parties is learning how to communicate your desires and how to respect others’ requests.
2. Consensual platonic touch.
   Optionally experience and appreciate caring touch from other like-minded people.

We’ll start with an Welcome Circle to get us settled. We’ll then go through the rules of Cuddle Party in a mini communication workshop, allowing participants to practice inner awareness and clear expression of boundaries.

After the communication workshop, we’ll have 2 or more hours of Self-Directed Connection

Now it is time for you to ask for what you want, say yes and no to
requests and invitations, cuddle according to your desires and comfort
(or just talk if you prefer), connect with fascinating people,
"cuddle mingle," and, ultimately, relax into the flow of an unusually
playful and respectful social environment.

Some participants cuddle in groups, others one-on-one,
while some like to talk and not cuddle for a time, or not at all.
Cuddling can mean feet against feet, full-body hugs, head-rubs,
spooning — it is, indeed, up to you.
And, configurations and positions shift significantly
throughout the event, thanks in part to Rule 6:
You are encouraged to change your mind.

from: https://cuddleparty.com/what-is-a-cuddle-party/

We’ll finish with a closing circle to reflect on our experience.

Why?

Clear communication allows more harmonious relationships, regardless of the context.

Nurturing and consensual touch supports a healthy life, strong nervous system, and balanced emotions.

Testimonials

It was a great event. Thank you so much.
Hope more and more people will join the event.
For us Japanese, we don't communicate that much by hugging,
but I think people need it. Hugging helps people a lot to be feeling safe.
It was a great workshop.

ー Lily

Rob, you are fantastic.
There really should be more events like this,
which have great potential to heal this broken world.
Our society would be so much better if we learned
this type of communication at school instead of things
like algebra and geometry that most of us never use and
forget as soon as the course is over.

ー Andy Boerger

So happy that you are offering these events.
I think it's super valuable for the society at large,
especially as more people become aware of them
and start participating. Thank you!

ー Misa Christina

When

Friday 23 June 2023

Please arrive between 18:30 and 18:50 so we can be settled and start our Welcome Circle at 19:00.

Where

5 minutes walk from Ikejiri-Ohashi Station (Details upon RSVP)

Cost

• 5000 yen for 1 person
• 7500 yen for 2 people

Buy tickets on Peatix

Fine print

Must be 18+ to attend. This is a sober event - please do not attend under the influence.

CANCELLATION: Please let me know if you cannot come. Tickets are nonrefundable, but credit for future events will be provided for cancellations up until the day of the event.

COVID considerations

We will not require any special COVID-19 precautions for this event. Vaccines and masks are optional. Of course, if you’re feeling ill, please stay home. Otherwise, welcome.

About me, “Barefoot” Rob Nugen

I have a passion for connecting with the world around me, especially walking barefoot. This helps me to stay grounded, and appreciate the beauty of the present moment. I’m leading Cuddle Party events to help welcome us back into connection after an isolating pandemic.

I have been running a men’s peer counseling group in Tokyo since 2015, and conducting in-person workshops in both Tokyo and Kanagawa since 2018.

Rob is amazing. He is a perfect facilitator in every way.
He is caring, kind, self-effacing, honest. Ten out of ten.

ー Andy Boerger