Cuddling salon for lonely people is so popular, theres a waitlist and a warning about sex
The snuggle is real.Aleksandra Kasperek realized that sometimes people just need a hug.
The Polish entrepreneur runs a professional cuddling salon, which has become so popular that there’s a waitlist for lonely customers seeking some safe-for-work human contact.“I didn’t expect there would be so many people interested,” Kasperek told Jam Press while revealing all in honor of National Cuddle Up Day on Monday, Jan.6.Dubbed Ania Od Przytulania, the snuggle center opened its doors/arms just two years ago but has since seen an explosion in business — particularly among those aged 40 to 60.
Her group of regulars usually come once a week for an hour-long snuggle session, which serves to relieve loneliness and other issues.“Due to high demand, appointments must even be made several days in advance,” said Kasperek, who got the idea about reading about a similar embrace oasis online.
“I love new challenges and experiences; I like to create something new.”The cuddle capo’s center functions like a G-rated bordello that deals in snuggles instead of sex.Sessions begin with a handshake, introduction and, fittingly, a welcome hug in the “Teddy bear” position, the Daily Mail reported.
Kasperek then asks him their reasons for being there so she can tailor the experience to the client’s needs and then vets them to make sure they’re eligible to become her brothers and sisters in arms, so to speak.“After introducing myself, I ask the client about his [or her] health condition, whether they have a sore throat, a runny nose, whether he [or she] is under the influence of alcohol or other psychoactive substances,” the squeeze merchant explained.“Then I give the client the hug rules to read.”Those state, among other guidelines, that “crossing sexual boundaries” is an immediate termination of the session.The client then showers and changes into the provided robe to prep for the experience.Ready, set, snuggle.
During cuddle sessions, which run aroun...