Embodied Connection: An exploration of consent-based platonic touch

Schedule

Tue Oct 13 2026 at 06:30 pm to 09:00 pm

UTC-04:00
Location

Good Medicine Collective | Portland, ME

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In this guided platonic group experience, we'll explore how to offer, request, and receive touch with clear consent.
About this Event

As humans, we share a deep need for connection. However, most of us were not taught how to say "NO" or ask for consent. Platonic touch is a beautiful way to experience relaxation and coregulation within a safe container where we simply experience a state of being together.

We'll begin with authentic relating and mindful listening exercises to build trust and get to know one another. We'll then practice "Yes/No/Maybe" exercises, exploring how to offer, request, and receive touch with clear consent.

Participants often leave with more confidence asking for what they want, greater ease saying no without over-explaining or feeling bad about it, and a sense of relaxed warmth and affection that comes from being welcomed just as they are - no performing, no impressing.

If you've ever wished you could simply be hugged, held, or caressed gently with a sense of safety and no romantic pressure or expectation, this workshop is for you.

*Touch in this event is non-sexual and substance-free.

Bella Brooks is a certified Sexologist, Intimacy Coach & Sexuality Educator, as well as a certified Cuddlist. Through her practice, Bella Brooks Love Coach helps people reconnect with intimacy, pleasure, and authentic communication—on their own terms.

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Where is it happening?

Good Medicine Collective, 231 York Street, Portland, United States

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Tickets

USD 39.19 to USD 55.20

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