Fundamentals of Authentic Relating - Self expression

Name: Fundamentals of Authentic Relating - Self expression
Start: 2026-05-16T00:00:00+10:00
End: 2026-05-16T02:30:00+10:00
Location: Mysore Melbourne

Schedule

Sat May 16 2026 at 12:00 am to 02:30 am

UTC+10:00

Location

Mysore Melbourne | Brunswick, VI

Fundamentals of Authentic Relating (AR) is for people who want to bring more awareness, honesty, and connection into their relationships.
In May we are exploring ‘Self expression’
Being known, felt, and seen is a deep longing most of us have.
Yet, revealing ourselves without blaming, withdrawing, or over‑explaining can be challenging and some things are left out of conversation - sensations, emotions, impulses and desires…
This workshop is about becoming more aware of what is happening inside us in real time when we engage with others, developing the communication skills, and finding the courage to speak from that place in a way that deepens connection.
Through a series of connection games, we will explore how to bring more honesty, clarity and aliveness into relationships by:
• Revealing more of ourselves and the things we don’t normally share in different forms, and discover the impacts on us and on others
• Using the aliveness of the present moment
• Taking more ownership of our own experience
• Expressing ourselves in ways that brings closeness
• Reflecting on the meaning we make of words
The workshop is mostly experiential and we aim to foster a sense of connection, insight, and fun in/between participants. Expect a mix of:
• Structured activities in pairs or small groups (55%)
• Facilitated reflection time (30%)
• Teachings (15%)
After the workshop, you will receive session notes (summary of teachings, reflection prompts, and suggestions for integrating AR into daily life etc).
𝗪𝗵𝗼 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗳𝗼𝗿?
Anyone curious about personal growth, wanting more ease and connection in their interactions, interested in improving their relational skills, or wishing to gain a formal understanding of AR frameworks and mechanics.
You need to:
• Have an interest in fulfilling relationships, emotional intelligence, or effective communication
• Come with an open and playful mind, ready to experiment with new ways of relating
𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗺𝘂𝗰𝗵 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁𝘀?
We’re committed to accessibility and offer a sliding scale starting at $30.
If money is a real barrier to attending, please contact us and we will find a solution together.
𝗔𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗳𝗮𝗰𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿
Guillaume has been training in Authentic Relating since 2020, most recently with ART International (Level 4 facilitation certification).
He facilitates online and in‑person AR workshops for corporates, training institutions, mental health organisations (Menergy, Island of Men), and at private events and festivals (Confest, Renaissance).
After 15+ years in corporate leadership, Guillaume now focuses on relational arts (Authentic Relating, Circling, Non‑Violent Communication) and therapeutic modalities (Counselling, Gestalt psychotherapy).
He is the founder of The Relational Space where he supports others in their personal growth both through individual sessions and group facilitation, and the co-creator of Intentional Dinners, a space for human connections and a meal.
𝗔𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗥𝗲𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀
Fundamentals of Authentic Relating is a five-part workshop series where we explore a different theme on the 3rd Saturday of each month between February and June 2026).
Even if connected, each workshop is a stand alone experience, so come for one, come for some, or come for all!
• 21st February - Noticing: mindful presence, awareness, acceptance
• 21st March - Listening: listening to understand not fix, reflect back, share impacts
• 18th April - Curiosity and assumptions: beginner's mindset, checking out assumptions
• 16th May - Self‑expression: owning our experience, sharing with vulnerability
• 20th June - Contact with others: boundaries, conflicts, and repairs