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Get Snuggly With a Professional Cuddler

"My goal is to change the world one hug at a time," says Samantha Hess, a 34-year-old professional cuddler.

There is a laundry list of mental and physical benefits associated with human touch—so it makes perfect sense that people have made a career out of cuddling on a professional level.

Understanding Boundaries

Cuddle Up To Me, a business in Portland, Oregon, charges up to $80 an hour for cuddling sessions, which usually last between 90 minutes and 3 hours. Professional cuddlers know how to provide physical comfort without crossing the line.

"I come here when I want to feel loved," says Paul, a returning customer. "I've been in love a number of times, but there hasn't been a lot of safety in that love."

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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.