Touch Survey

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* 1. You’ve made a new acquaintance at a gathering. The two of you exchanged first names and made small talk for five minutes. Later in the evening, as the gathering comes to a close, your new friend is hugging some friends good bye and then turns to you. What do you do?

I extend my arm for a handshake

I maintain my personal space, lean forward and quickly hug with one arm

I graciously accept with a quick embrace

I move in close, give a hearty hug and wait for the other person to let go.

None of the above

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* 2. While at work, how many times per day do you intentionally make meaningful contact with a co-worker (handshake, hug, high-five, slap on the back, etc.)

1-3

4-10

10+

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* 3. While at home, how many times per day do you intentionally make meaningful contact with a family member (hugs and kisses, assistance with grooming, intimacy)

1-3

4-10

10+

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* 4. Do you own any pets that enjoy daily petting? (dogs, cats, horses, etc.)

Yes

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* 5. What is your overall image of your body?

I love my body despite its imperfections

Aside from having a few extra pounds, I have no complaints about my appearance

I've learned to deal with it. I am an expert at hiding the parts I don't want others to see or know about

If I could trade bodies with someone else, I would do it yesterday

None of the above

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* 6. What is your comfort level with receiving meaningful, non-threatening, non-sexual touch?

Don't touch me, period

I only accept touch from my immediate family

I enjoy touch from family and friends

I crave meaningful touch from anyone with a pulse

None of the above

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* 7. How often do you get a massage?

Rarely if ever

1-2 times per year

Regularly

I would get a massage every day if I could afford it

None of the above

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* 8. Have you ever sought massage solely because it feels good to be touched?

No, I don't want anyone to touch me

No, I only get massages when I need it (to relieve pain, after a workout, etc.)

Yes, I would get a massage just because it feels good

None of the above

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* 9. Would you like to enter a raffle for a free massage? Each month, I give away one free massage and several half price massages. You will NOT be added to an email list. You will only receive an email if your name is randomly chosen from raffle participants.

I do not wish to enter the raffle

I would like to enter the raffle. I will provide my name and email address.

Name and Email Address