Life had been throwing one challenge after another at Ben, leaving him feeling overwhelmed and emotionally drained. With his family living overseas, he found himself without the kind of close connections that allow for comforting physical touch during tough times.
I’d been going through a really tough time with one thing after another happening in my personal life. My family and friends are all overseas and I don’t have any connections here that allow for touch.
Being touch starved added another layer to his struggles, creating a sense of isolation that felt particularly heavy. Having never worked with touch providers before, Ben wasn’t sure what to expect but recognised he needed something different to help him through this challenging period.
A warm and nurturing experience
From the moment we met, Ben felt reassured about his decision to reach out. We took time to explain what the session would involve, ensuring he felt comfortable and understood what lay ahead before we began.
After a difficult time lately, I wasn’t sure what I needed, but it turns out this was the thing. I’d never made a booking with providers before and had no idea what to expect.
The session unfolded naturally, with all three of us settling onto the bed together. Between gentle head and face caresses, soothing touches and meaningful conversations about life’s complexities, Ben experienced the kind of caring human connection he’d been missing for so long.
We ended up having this great cuddle session on the bed, listening to some of my favourite music and having these really deep conversations about life and everything in between.
Rediscovering hope and lightness
The nurturing touch and genuine care Ben received helped him reconnect with a sense of peace he hadn’t felt in a long time. Through being held and comforted without judgment, he found himself able to process the difficulties he’d been facing.
They held me in ways I can’t really describe, I felt at home with them. I feel lighter and more hopeful than I have in months.
What emerged from this experience was a renewed sense of hope and emotional lightness. Ben discovered that sometimes what we need most during life’s storms is simply to be held and cared for by people who understand the healing power of gentle, intentional touch.
The importance of human connection
Ben’s experience highlights how essential physical comfort and emotional support are during life’s challenging periods. When we’re facing difficulties without our usual support networks nearby, finding alternative sources of care and connection becomes crucial for our wellbeing.
It was properly healing and exactly what I needed to get back on track.
The transformation from feeling isolated and overwhelmed to experiencing hope and emotional lightness demonstrates how powerful therapeutic touch can be. Ben’s willingness to reach out for the support he needed, even though it was unfamiliar territory, allowed him to access exactly the kind of healing he required.
While Ben’s story is unique, other clients have had similar things to say about their own experiences. You can visit our profile on Scarlet Blue to read more reviews submitted by our clients.