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Lyndon
Session Rate: $90 first hour or $140 for 2 hours
Napier, Hawkes Bay, New Zealand
About Lyndon
Pronouns: He/Him/His
Lyndon is a person that values infinite diversity in all things. My many interests include reading (I am also a partner in an online New Zealand Bookshop), cooking, medicinal plants, organic gardening (I have established a permaculture section for our family and the birds, bees, butterflies, etc). I have learned much about geriatric care through practical experience with my parents (my father passed away in November 2022). I have previously taught a touch meditation course and am familiar with elements of Dr. Betty Martin’s Wheel of Consent work. I am passionate about making this world a better place for everyone – and this is where cuddling comes in!
Incalls, Outcalls and Location specific (primarily within the Napier/Taradale area), Hawkes Bay, New Zealand
Session Rate: $140 NZ for up to 2 hours each session (recommended), or alternatively $90 for 60 minutes. An additional $50 travel fee applies to out calls and location specific outings. Requests for discounts (e.g.seniors, pensioners or people with extenuating financial hardship circumstances) will be reviewed on a case by case basis.
Napier, Hawkes Bay, New Zealand
About Lyndon Watson
Please note that:
1) I currently meet Incall clients on the second floor of the Buddhist Centre in Napier (access via stairs only) in the yoga room on Mondays and Saturdays (alternate days may or may not be available). Outcalls and Location Specific Outings (such as Breakwater Beach) are usually limited to Taradale/Napier areas. Sessions in Hastings or Havelock North are considered occasionally, schedule permitting, as are discounted extended sessions of more than 2 hours.
2) My current availability varies. Please contact me for more information.
3) I endeavour to answer all booking requests within 24 hours. I do require at least a 72 hour booking notice to prepare for your cuddle experience. This means that the booking needs to be fully finalised with a meeting DAY, TIME and VENUE 72 hours in advance. I would also appreciate a 24 hour cancellation notice where possible.
4) This service is designed for clients who agree to the Cuddlist Code of Conduct and are clear that this is a platonic (non-sexual) service.
5) COVID-19 Protocol: I am double vaccinated and double boosted and request that my clients disclose their vaccination status. I do not require masks in my sessions but am happy to wear one if you wish me too. I also ask that you wash hands at the beginning of the session. If you are a recent close contact, or experiencing any Covid-19/cold/flu symptoms, I would like to request we do a virtual (online) session, or wait until you have recovered
6) I can occasionally accompany you on an agreed upon outing such as Breakwater Beach in Napier, etc. The therapeutic value of a session is not simply about the touch, it is also about the intimacy that is created with healthy boundaries and a willingness to open up to one another. Request a session today letting me know what you are after and we will begin!
7) I have sourced some unique mats to enhance your Cuddle session. These have optional features you may or may not wish to use to help you relax.
8) Please let me know if you have any health issues that you feel would occur during, or be potentially aggravated by our time together. This is also important if you choose to use the unique mats.
Congratulations on finding this unique therapeutic type of self care.
Are you starved for touch and would like to be held in a safe space, without judgement, expectation, or worrying about pushing past other’s boundaries? Would you like to temporarily disconnect from technology, connect deeply and sincerely with another human and feel really ‘seen’? Or would you perhaps like to deeply relax and take a break from a life that is often full of goals, pressure and pleasing others?
Cuddle sessions are all about YOU, exploring what you want, what your boundaries are, finding your voice, how you like to be touched, dropping into relaxation and being more present.
I really appreciate the power of platonic cuddling and touch. Alleviating ‘skin hunger’ can help us feel happy, relaxed, loved and deeply connected. I would feel privileged to share this special feeling with you, and hopefully make a difference in your life.
Further benefits of cuddling can include the release of ‘feel good’ hormones within your body, pain relief at different levels , immune system boost, reduction of social anxiety, reduction of heart disease risk, creation of further intimacy/deep connection, stress reduction, assistance in getting a better sleep, improvement in concentration and help in fighting depression.
About me – I am a person that values infinite diversity in all things. My passions include reading (I am a partner in an online New Zealand Bookshop), cooking, organic gardening (here on our permaculture section, providing nursing home level care for my 89 year old mum in home hospice, and much, much more. I am passionate about making this world a better place for everyone – and this is where cuddling comes in!
Whatever you decide, I look forward to the possibility of sharing a heart-warming time with you!
All races, ethnicities, religions, sexual orientations, gender identities and abilities are welcome and supported.
I am happy to consider occasional travel outside the Napier/Taradale area to include Hastings and Havelock North areas, however I do ask that you book a session duration that is at least as long as the total round trip travel time.
I accept cash, bank transfer, and Paypal. For online clients, I require full payment before the session starts.
Please note also:
• No touching with hands on any body part that would be normally be covered by underwear
• No covering face with anything e.g. blankets etc.
What happens once I request a session?
Once you Request a Session online, I will endeavour to respond to you within 24 hours. Remember sessions must be scheduled at least 72 hours in advance as detailed above. In your request, please include your general availability and any preferred session times, to ensure our schedules match. I am exploring Calendly to see if this process can be streamlined and automated — including on-line payments.
We will then arrange a 30 min introductory Zoom meeting to get to know a little more about each other. In this meeting, we will go over the Code of Conduct, discuss our boundaries and what you are hoping to get out from the session. This is also a good time to tell me about any specific issues that I should be aware of, for example health issues, and ask any questions you may have. The cost for the initial introductory meeting is $30 (you may apply this fee towards any sessions booked)
After the meeting, if we are both comfortable, we can discuss the time and the location of the cuddle session. I am happy to come to your preferred Napier/Taradale location, or you can consider meeting me at my Napier Cuddlist room in an historic art deco building. Please let me know if you would enjoy hearing some unique relaxing “music” that others have enjoyed during your session, of if need me to bring any relaxing music on my phone (accessed with bluetooth Wonderboom speakers at the Centre), so I can get this ready for you.
Session information from Lyndon
My in call sessions are conducted in a second floor room of the Buddhist Center in downtown Napier (Phuntsok Choeling Hawkes Bay Tibetan Buddhist Centre, 10 Herschell Street, Napier South, Napier 4110). I have a number of unique powered massage mats to help relax you before we begin our sessions. Relaxing music is available on request, please let me know in advance of your favourite artists, songs. In addition to cuddling, I empower my clients to identify and voice their wants and needs through emphasis on a comfortable consensual communication agreement.
What happens during a session?
Incalls/Outcalls:
I ask that your space is tidy, safe, free of loud noises, and fresh-smelling. Please ensure no body odour and nice fresh breath before a session. You may wish to wear comfortable, non restrictive clothing.
When I arrive for our session, we will go through any questions that you may have about our session – including the Code of Conduct, our boundaries and what you are hoping to achieve from our session. I will also ask you about your preferred time to transition out of cuddling (for example 10 minutes), and what you would like me to do in case you fall asleep!
We then go through the Opening Agreement in which we both promise to let the other person know if we feel uncomfortable or unsafe at any point, for any reason. This is designed to build trust and help you get the most of this experience, as we do not have to be concerned with wondering what is going on in our heads, or putting up with something that we are not fully comfortable with. We can just be our authentic selves.
Now for the part that you have been waiting for! After the space is set (for example with music playing if preferred), I will ask you how you would like to connect to start with, either through touch or non-touch. I encourage you to take a few deep breaths, become present, listen to your body and ask for what you want. There is no right or wrong way, as long as it is within the Code of Conduct and our boundaries. If you do not know what you would like, I will gently coach and encourage you and we will discover together what feels good for both of us.
As mentioned before I have special massage mats designed to encourage relaxation about 10 to 12 minutes before your session begins .
During the session I will also check in with you to make sure you are comfortable.
10 minutes before the end of the session (or as agreed), we will start to transition out of the cuddling, and I will ask you what you would like to do for the remaining time. Then at the end of session, I will invite you to either check in with a feeling, or to share any insights, and we will have a quick chat about oxytocin.
What happens after a session?
As part of the aftercare I offer, I will follow up the next day (with your permission), to see how you are, if you have any questions and whether you are happy provide any feedback/testimonial for me. You are welcome to book your next appointment at this time if you wish.
FAQ
How will I feel during a session?
It may feel a little awkward at first which is completely normal, as this is new territory and you are trying something different. You will most likely feel vulnerable as you are getting out of your comfort zone – again this is normal. Then as you become present, your body will slowly start dropping into relaxation.
What happens if I get aroused during a cuddle session?
This is a natural way your body may respond to touch. I will respectfully ask that you take steps to get back to the calm relaxing feeling- for example by shifting position, taking a break, stretching and/or talking.
I have further questions.
If you have any questions about my service, or would like to book a session, please feel free to reach out. Thank you for taking this first step in your cuddle journey!
I require at least a 72 hour booking notice to prepare for your cuddle experience. This means that the booking needs to be fully finalised with a meeting DAY, TIME and VENUE at least 72 hours in advance. I would also appreciate a 24 hour cancellation notice where possible.
To get the most out of what you are looking for from your session, please review the Code of Conduct and view some Cuddlist videos.
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