How to Cuddle
Cuddling is a great way to relax and bond with your friend or loved one. Here's how to get the most out of your time together.
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You Will Need
- A cuddle partner
- Comfortable clothes or pajamas
- A sofa, loveseat, or bed
- Mood music or a romantic movie (optional)
Steps
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Step 1
Get a partner
Choose someone your prospective cuddle partner. Hang out a while with them. Enjoy each other’s company.
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Make sure you aren't oozing sweat, body odor, or bad breath. If you are, take care of it.
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Step 2
Get comfortable
Take off restrictive clothing. Even better, cuddle when you're wearing pajamas. Suggest a comfortable spot to sit together, such as a sofa, loveseat, or bed.
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Help set the right mood by playing soft music or a romantic movie.
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Step 3
Get permission
Make sure your partner is interested in cuddling. If permission is not implied, it's OK to say, "Hey, wanna cuddle?"
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Step 4
Get closer
Move closer to your partner. Start by giving them a long hug, or putting your arm around their shoulder.
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Step 5
Cuddle
Wrap your arms around your partner and let your body rest against theirs. You can hold hands, or gently caress or massage their shoulders, head, or arms.
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Step 6
Share your feelings
Open up to your partner about your feelings to make it more intimate. Or ask how their day went. Use a soft, loving tone of voice when you speak.
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Step 7
Enjoy it
Enjoy the feelings of oneness, security, and affection that cuddling gives you both.
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Did you know? Cuddling makes us feel good in part because it can make the body release oxytocin, also known as "the cuddle hormone."
