Out In Nature Monthly Connecting Touch Exchange & Social Mixer.

When was the last time you were touched?

And by touch I don't mean the intimate kind, as that is personal and not relevant to what is being offered. But rather I am referring to holding hands, a hug, a cuddle etc...from siblings, friends, children or from a romantc partner too.

So...

Are you single or in a relationship and experiencing skin hunger and touch deprived?

I ask this because not all people in relationships experience regular touch in the same way that some single people might not as well. Yet touch is absolutely crucial for health and wellbeing for all human beings.

If you cannot remember the last time you got your touch needs met in whichever way was significant to you, you can always:

• find someone to have a relationship with,
• have a casual physical arrangement with someone,
• or get your friends, children, siblings etc..to give you more hugs or cuddles ,
• or you can have a massage done on a regular basis

These are just a few options, but here is another option:

Why not join a community where you can get your touch needs met in a platonic, safe space where everyone is welcome?

If so... this event could be perfect for you.....

This event will be run outdoors in nature. This event is great value because it offers a few activities in one event run in the afternoon:

• You get to be out in nature which is beneficial for health.
• A Connecting Touch Exchange will be happening during the event . This means that for anyone who is not getting enough touch in their lives, they get their fill of platonic touch. Human touch is extremely important for all aspect of human health.
• The social mixer will happen either at the start of the event or at the end of the event... This is ideal for anyone looking to network, make friends, getting to meet new people etc...

A ll this on offer in one event and in one afternoon in a lovely outdoor nature spot in the London Beddington-Carshalton area.

WHAT IS CONNECTING TOUCH EXCHANGE?

Connecting Touch is a Neuroscience and Energy Healing approach that allows anyone who is lacking touch to experience safe, boundaried touch one on one with another person(s) to get their touch needs met in a platonic way (there is no sexual touch involved at all).

Connecting Touch is suitable for both men and women, whether single or in relationships, as the touch and communication done and learnt in a Connecting Touch session will enhance and deepen connection with others.

WHAT HAPPENS DURING A CONNECTING TOUCH EXCHANGE SESSION ?

•After an explanation of what is involved we start with self massage and connect to our bodies.

•We will then connect through respectful, boundaried-consent driven touch and massage with others. (We will be rotating in pairs: either with someone of the same sex or of the opposite sex.)Connecting Touch is platonic touch and the process is about learning to touch in a healthy, boundaried manner via light touch that allows for the nervous system to co-regulate. At the same time speaking to the other person in a way that allows each to feel seen and heard.

•We end with movement to move stuck energy through the body.

This event is being run to achieve well-being through platonic touch and connection, empowering communication and practicing asking for what you want. You choose if you want to share nurturing, loving, platonic touch and comforting connection and with whom.

You are encouraged to explore empowering yourself through practicing asking for what you need and want. Get your normal, natural connection needs met in a safe, respectful and satisfying manner. You are welcome regardless of age, gender identity, sexuality, politics, race, religion, creed, ability etc.... Gender balancing is not the focus so everyone welcome for compassionate connection.

Come and join in: learn to be more of who you really are in a space where all emotions are welcome. Empower your relationship with yourself and others. Connecting Touch Exchange improves health and wellbeing while being great fun out in nature !

BENEFITS OF ATTENDING:

As a Mastery Facilitator, I will be running this event in nature for anyone wanting to connect to nature, themselves and others:

•Enjoy nature, while connecting to it .

•Connect and socialise with like minded people.

•Get your touch needs met.

•Calm down.

•We will learn how to ask permission to touch another in a way that feels safe to them and honours them. We will learn the different ways that women experience touch compared to men and how the craving for touch is processed in the brain differently between the sexes and why this happens.

•We will learn how to listen to our bodies and how they react when we are touched in a manner that makes us feel fully seen and accepted.

•We will learn how to be fully present to one self and another.

Hopefully you will spend a few hours having fun, being healthy and connecting with others and leave feeling rejuvenated!

INTERESTED IN ATTENDING?

WELCOME TO CONNECTED EXCLUSIVE EVENTS....

My name is Lou and it gives me great pleasure to offer events that connects people in meaningful and fun ways, while at the same time offering a more bespoke service that does not break the bank! I pride myself in making sure during my events that everyone feel welcome and included as I know how daunting it can be to meet new people!Here are a few things you need to know before RSVPing...

◼️All Connected Exclusive Events in person events are listed without a venue : just a general area is mentioned. Once RSVPs close a day before the event after 6.30pm all paid attendees will get a message from me through Eventbrite with my contact number and exact meet up details, and any pertinent last minute information in order to be able to attend. Please ensure you contact me should you not receive the message, no later than at the end of the night before the event. I do not give refunds for no shows if an attendee claims they did not get meet up location notification, or contacts me on the day of the event. Please ensure your email address is correct and up to date when you RSVP to ensure you are contactable. I am contactable on my mobile phone (this will be sent on the email message I will send all attendees the evening before the event) around the time of the event, so if you cannot find the venue or the group, please feel free to get in touch by phone.(This is for phone calls only. I do not reply to text messages)

◼️The event fee to RSVP minimally covers the cost, time and fees necessary to put these events together and is set to encourage attendees to turn up to the event. My events are listed well ahead of time and RSVPs are open until a day before the event.Reminders are sent out as well. Please do not RSVP unless you know you can attend. This allows me, the host, a chance to curate a better event for all and it creates a better experience for those that do show up on the day.

◼️No refunds given under any circumstance, except if event is cancelled (see details below): The listed fee per person to RSVP to this event is non-refundable.On occasion there might be a need to reschedule events as I don't have a team in the background running my online or in person events, it is run by only one person, myself. So there might be times when an event will need to be postponed or as a last option,cancelled. This can be due to the weather(for outside/nature events like this one.Nearer the time, if it is clear that the weather is going to be wet and untenable to be outdoors, I will have no choice but to reschedule the event.No refunds issued due to adverse weather conditions). If in the rare instance that the RSVP count is too low to run the event(in other words not enough interest )or for any other unforeseen circumstances that can come up, which will make rescheduling an event a necessity, a credit of fee paid will be used to attend the rescheduled event for another event(in person or online event) of the same ticketed price.No refunds/credits given for late arrivals, no shows, if you change your mind, if you can no longer attend, you don't like how the event was run, or you cannot attend the new rescheduled event because you are not available on the new date(in case event has been rescheduled) and you do not feel there are any other optional events you want to attend instead etc...... If there is an exceptional concern(not mentioned here)where a refund is requested, I will address it on a case by case basis. In these circumstances, if a refund is granted it will be minus Eventbrite fees and this will usually be processed within 30 days of the refund request. Please be aware of this before RSVPing.

◼️The listed event fee is not redeemable against any drinks/food or extras. Drinks and extras like food etc..are paid for by each person directly to the venue. There is no minimum spend at venues, unless this is specified. All my events are run as walk-in events at the venues.I am in no way affiliated or representing the venues. Therefore if attendees have any questions on the day please contact me directly on my mobile phone and not the venue.

◼️This event is not being offered as therapy/counselling and so does not constitute as a diagnosis or replacement for medical or psychological treatment. It is being run for self-help, motivation, information/educational and discussion purposes only. You will need to be able to assume responsibility for your own emotional wellbeing as it's not always possible to consider individual triggers in a group setting. If you feel you have deep rooted mental health issues that are affecting your life right now,please do find appropriate, expert help in addition to helping yourself. The results can often mean seeing a significant improvement in your wellbeing,mental health and life.

◼️Please behave with respect and consideration towards others.Inappropriate behaviour from any attendee, will result in said attendee being banned from attending Connected Exclusive Events.

◼️As the organiser, I will take all possible precautions to ensure that this event is run as safely as possible for all attendees. By signing up and attending any of my events , you agree that your safety and personal belongings are your own responsibility and I am not responsible or liable for either.

◼️If you have any personal requirements that you need to be considered to attend this event, please contact me to discuss before you RSVP.

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ETIQUETTE FOR ATTENDING:WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW IN ORDER TO JOIN IN...

The group agreement/etiquette is as follows:

•Adults over 18's only .

•Please practice basic hygiene: that means being clean, having bathed and having clean clothes on a courtesy to others. If at all possible please avoid wearing strong scents.

•Attendees are encouraged to check in with themselves and keep themselves safe at all times. Everyone has the choice to participate or not , there is no pressure to do anything.

•Please ask permission before you touch anyone, anywhere - gain consent first. All emotions are welcomed. Ask for what you want and be prepared to negotiate a win / win situation. Please graciously accept a 'no'. Please say 'thank you' after each interaction. Please be kind, caring and respectful.

•Keep your clothes on at all times . No touching bikini areas. No kissing. This is not a romantic or dating event. This is also not a cuddle party and so will be run very differently. Inappropriate behaviour will not be tolerated and anyone who is disrespectful will be asked to leave and will not be allowed to join any of my events, whether online or in person.

•For anyone wishing to attend that have personal requirements that need to be considered in order to attend this event please contact me to discuss before you RSVP.

DISCLAIMER: If you have a history of past trauma(s)and you are easily triggered by touch, please note this space is not suitable for you. Attendees will need to assume responsibility for their own emotional wellbeing as it's not always possible to consider individual triggers in a group setting.This event is not being offered as therapy/counselling and so does not constitute as a diagnosis or replacement for medical or psychological treatment. It is being run for self-help, motivation, information/educational purposes only.