Jasmine Siemon is the founder of Tangé Wellness in the DC Metropolitan area. She is a Platonic Touch Practitioner, Human Connection Facilitator and Neuro-Linguistic Programming Coach committed to helping adults who suffer from loneliness, depression, anxiety and sadness, feel loving acceptance through trusted, applied touch and human connection. It is with compassion, empathy, authenticity and holding a safe, non-judgmental space that her clients can access and share radical honesty without fear of repercussions. Jasmine has given seminars and talks at senior centers, elementary schools and conventions to educate the community around touch, consent and boundaries. She has created the first Platonic Touch office where clients can be sure the work is safe, ethical and professional. Between juggling a private practice, being an avid learner of neuro-science and single mother to three amazing boys, she makes sure to schedule weekly runs with her local run club and daily meditation and yoga. Taking care of herself so she can care for her family and clients is of the most importance. In this episode, we get into taking care of herself so she can take care of others, and we discuss all things related to platonic human contact.   13:20 - What is a professional cuddler vs a platonic touch practitioner 20:37 - The science behind the power of platonic touch 22:00 - Establishing boundaries during a platonic touch session 33:42 - What a typical platonic touch session looks like 44:44 - The benefits of seeing a platonic touch practitioner 52:18 - How Jasmine takes care of herself after giving so much to others 1:12:43 - Tips on working with platonic touch in your own relationships   100 Hour Certified Touch Practitioner Course