Connect More- Authentic Relating Day Retreat
Schedule
Sat Nov 02 2024 at 10:00 am to 04:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
Ann Arbor, Mich | Ann Arbor, MI
Explore connecting with yourself and with others in fun, deep, and meaningful ways. Are you tired of small talk? Do you want to know yourself and others better? Join us for a day of communication skills, reflective listening skills, authentic relating connection games, meditation, movement, self-care, community care, and so much more, in a cozy, yet spacious private residence with a natural fireplace.What is Authentic Relating? Read more here:
https://www.authrev.org/what-is-authentic-relating
15 person limit: this will be held in a private residence in E. Ann Arbor. Address will be emailed to participants the day before the event.
Cost: Cost: $50-$75 sliding scale, based on ability to pay. Some scholarships may be available. Message directly for details.
Pay by Friday, Nov 1, 12 pm.
Include your email in your PayPal payment, so we can send you the address by 11/1 at 5 pm.
PayPal.me/loringtherapy
Or
Go to paypal.com and send it to [email protected].
🍁 Connection comes in many forms. Our gatherings are platonic, fun, deep, meaningful, consent based, sober, and supportive.
Come practice being truly seen, heard and understood, and providing that (seeing, hearing, and understanding) care to others.
We will play and practice various connection and communication games using methods of authentic relating, Mindfulness, Playfulness, being intentional with our words and actions, NVC (non violent communication), movement practices, and other techniques. We will be in a large group, small groups, and one-on-one (e.g., various formats for different activities).
You are always at choice and can choose from game to game, moment to moment, how to participate or witness. We welcome all people to be true to themselves, change their minds when they need to, and respect the word "no", as much as the word "yes", and the variations of overlap in between. Receiving a "no," is not considered rejection or anti-social at our events. Choosing to say "no", to witness rather than participate, or to partially participate are all choices that are considered self-honoring. When we can trust a person to say "no", we can trust that person's "yes" even more.
☀️Whether you attend solo or with others (a friend, family member, a partner, or partners), all relationship styles, genders, LGBTQ+, non gender conforming folx, Hetero people, Neuro typical, Neuro diverse (and all other expressions and identities) are welcome.
Led by licensed Therapist, Charity Loring, LMSW of Loring Therapy LLC, and Sarah Dean, Certified Co-Active Life Coach.
Please attend on time, to help us honor and create a supportive container for everyone. No late arrivals permitted.
You may want to bring: writing utensils, receptacle for water or a drink (this is a sober event), and/or your own snacks if you think you’ll get hungry.
COVID protocols: Masks are welcome, but not mandatory. If you are having symptoms, please stay home.
Parking and Accessibility: Free street parking. Park on the same side of the street as the house. There are steps to the front door. Once inside, there are two bathrooms on the main floor, and seating for all body types. Please be mindful of arriving sober, and avoid bringing strong scents (e.g., perfumes, cigarettes, smoke, vape scents , etc.) into the space for those with sensitivities and allergies.
Itinerary:
9:45 am- Welcome, get settled
10 am- opening circle begins – Co-creating a supportive space for all.
11 am - 4 pm- Connect More event takes place.
There will be short breaks throughout. Feel free to bring food, snacks, and nonalcoholic drinks to meet your hunger and hydration needs throughout the event.
There will be a refrigerator and microwave available to participants.
