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Elle Wakes

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Professional Cuddle Therapist | Queer | Writer | Softer than you'd think

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Hoping everyone had a blessed Imbolc! I got our altar all set up, cleaned the house, and treated myself to a little edible when I was done with it all. Too bad that little edible put me out before I lit the candles on the altar 🫣

03.02.2026 02:47 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 11 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Grief lives in the body. So does comfort. When we’re grieving, touch can feel like both too much and not enough.Sometimes all we want is to be held. Sometimes even that feels impossible.But safe, consensual touch can help remind our nervous systems that we are not alone. In my cuddle sessions, I witness how grief softens-not disappears, but softens-when someone has a place to cry, to be still, to lean on another body without needing words.

Grief lives in the body. So does comfort.

When we’re grieving, touch can feel like both too much and not enough.Sometimes all we want is to be held. Sometimes even that feels impossible.But safe, consensual touch can help remind our nervous systems that we are not alone. In my cuddle sessions, I…

29.06.2025 19:00 πŸ‘ 6 πŸ” 9 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Who wants to have a personal conversation?

25.06.2025 17:59 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Having a hard day, looking to reconnect with my body and get out of my head. Swimming.

21.06.2025 18:10 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Way to go, Oklahoma and Indiana! Massive turnout even in the rain. So proud of you for showing up!

14.06.2025 20:14 πŸ‘ 15171 πŸ” 1746 πŸ’¬ 121 πŸ“Œ 38
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Devil's Backbone

09.06.2025 02:56 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Held in Wholeness: Honoring Pride Through Cuddle Therapy and Mutual Aid During Pride Month, I want to hold space for everyone who’s ever been made to feel too much, too soft, too different- for anyone whose body has been politicized, policed, or pushed aside. If that’s you, I see you. At Midwest Touch, cuddle therapy is about more than just comfort. It’s about rebuilding trust in your body and in others. It’s about being received with presence and without judgment.

Held in Wholeness: Honoring Pride Through Cuddle Therapy and Mutual Aid

During Pride Month, I want to hold space for everyone who’s ever been made to feel too much, too soft, too different- for anyone whose body has been politicized, policed, or pushed aside. If that’s you, I see you. At Midwest…

05.06.2025 11:34 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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learn your history, besties

03.06.2025 19:52 πŸ‘ 15373 πŸ” 6650 πŸ’¬ 51 πŸ“Œ 41

What words have you looked up lately?

03.06.2025 20:42 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

I am a safe person to come out to.

03.06.2025 20:20 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Becoming a Cuddle Therapist changed me When I first started my journey to become a professional cuddle therapist, I thought I was learning how to help others feel safe, seen, and supported through platonic touch. What I didn’t expect was how much it would change me, too. Through cuddling and consent training, I’ve learned how to communicate more clearly, listen more deeply, and ask for what I need with confidence and kindness.

Becoming a Cuddle Therapist changed me

When I first started my journey to become a professional cuddle therapist, I thought I was learning how to help others feel safe, seen, and supported through platonic touch. What I didn’t expect was how much it would change me, too. Through cuddling and…

02.06.2025 21:52 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

My family is going through a lot today. If you have them, love your elders and appreciate all the wisdom they have to share while they are around to share it.

30.05.2025 21:43 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Healing Through Connection: The Role of Platonic Touch in AddictionΒ Recovery Discover how platonic touch supports addiction recovery by regulating the nervous system, reducing stress, and building emotional resilience.

Healing Through Connection: The Role of Platonic Touch in AddictionΒ Recovery

Discover how platonic touch supports addiction recovery by regulating the nervous system, reducing stress, and building emotional resilience.

27.05.2025 13:02 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

The worst can get worse.

26.05.2025 22:44 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

A good friend of mine was just talking about BlueSky this morning, she said she feels like a lot of traffic has moved back to X. I haven't been using X and just really hopped back on here in the last week so I have no idea what's up.

26.05.2025 22:29 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
The Science Behind Cuddle Therapy: How Hugs Heal the Body and Mind How Cuddling Affects the Brain and Body A study by Oxford University revealed that when we hug someone we trust, the frontal lobes of the brain light up. This area processes pleasure and social connection. Cuddling also triggers the release of oxytocin, often called the β€œlove hormone.” Benefits of oxytocin from cuddling include: Reduced cortisol (stress hormone) levels Lower blood pressure and heart rate…

The Science Behind Cuddle Therapy: How Hugs Heal the Body and Mind

How Cuddling Affects the Brain and Body A study by Oxford University revealed that when we hug someone we trust, the frontal lobes of the brain light up. This area processes pleasure and social connection. Cuddling also triggers…

26.05.2025 12:24 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

I don't want to be a 5am babe today, put me back to sleep 😿

26.05.2025 10:36 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Why is platonic touch still taboo in a touch-starved world?
We crave connection, but flinch at softness. It's time to unlearn shame around nonsexual, consensual care.

25.05.2025 22:28 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Stretch marks are hot as hell.

Pass it on.

25.05.2025 00:47 πŸ‘ 167 πŸ” 49 πŸ’¬ 4 πŸ“Œ 1

Love those!!

25.05.2025 21:44 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
Breaking the Stigma Around Cuddle Therapy and the Healing Power of PlatonicΒ Touch Let’s get real for a minute. In our culture, talking about cuddle therapy and platonic touch often makes people raise an eyebrow β€” or worse, dismiss it altogether. Touch is so deeply human, yet it’s one of the most misunderstood and stigmatized forms of connection, especially when it’s not romantic or sexual. But here’s the truth I’ve learned β€” from my own experience and from working with others β€” platonic touch is not only healing but…

Breaking the Stigma Around Cuddle Therapy and the Healing Power of PlatonicΒ Touch

Let’s get real for a minute. In our culture, talking about cuddle therapy and platonic touch often makes people raise an eyebrow β€” or worse, dismiss it altogether. Touch is so deeply human, yet it’s one of the most…

25.05.2025 20:44 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Yesterday a thin bodied person argued with me about using the term "fat" and I just want to say that as a fat person I would much rather used the term "fat" rather than "overweight". Why imply a standard to bodies?

25.05.2025 20:18 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 0

Sinners & Final Destination double feature at the drive-in or a gummy and a long nap?

25.05.2025 20:15 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Queer & craving care?

I offer affirming, consent-based cuddle therapy in Evansville and surrounding areas πŸ’›

No pressure. Just warmth, safety, and space to be fully you.

Come as you are. You’re held here.

#QueerCare #CuddleTherapy #MidwestTouch #PlatonicTouch #Evansville #Indiana #TouchAdvocate

24.05.2025 22:24 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

I need a new tent and recommendations for spots near Bell Smith Springs

24.05.2025 16:57 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

The vagus nerveβ€”your body’s calm switchβ€”lights up during gentle, supportive touch. Touch is nervous system medicine.

23.05.2025 15:47 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Touch is the first sense we develop in the womb. We’re wired to connectβ€”literally.

23.05.2025 15:46 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Let's talk about touch!

23.05.2025 15:23 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

everything shower + shrimp alfredo + roasted veggies + hot tea = satisfaction 🀀

22.05.2025 01:51 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

🦐

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