For many of us, the word intimacy is interchangeable with physical and romantic connection. Yet many of us long for intimacy in other ways: emotional connection with family members, trust in friendships, and compassion for oneself. This month, you’re invited to gather to discuss the idea of intimacy. How has our childhood affected our present
Are you tired of running so hard? Of the struggle? Of the stress? Break free of unhelpful stress patterns and tap into your body’s innate intelligence to be effort less. No this doesn't mean we do less, it means we use less effort to live out our dreams and lives fully! The truth
EAT BREATHE THRIVE: Reclaim your body, mind, and spirit for increased peace and self-esteem Do you find yourself turning more and more to your numbing activity of choice to feel comfort, relieve stress, or even when you are bored? Are you tired of personal development culture that only leads to more self-judgment? Are you longing
Who are you? Many of us answer this question by pointing to aspects of ourselves we believe immutable — gender, ethnicity, profession, or family role. Yet these nominal identities do not seem to capture the whole of who we are. Join us for an evening of dialogue on identity — what it is, where it
Embodiment — the experience of having a body — is a universal experience, and yet how we think and feel about our bodies is as unique as each of us. Join us for engaging dialogue about the physical self. What does it mean to have a ‘good body’? How much of how we think about
Trauma-Informed Care Trauma-informed care is a strengths-based practice framework that is grounded in the understanding and consideration of the pervasive nature and impact of trauma. We promote an environment of healing and recovery rather than practices that may inadvertently re-traumatize. Adopting a trauma-informed approach to your practice is not accomplished through a particular technique or
From the time we are children, many of us learn to hide aspects of our true thoughts and behaviors from others. Yet the most fulfilling encounters almost always emerge when we can be fully transparent about ourselves — without filters, shyness, or reserve. Join us this month, for an evening of warm and fascinating conversational
It’s something most of us avoid at all costs, but failure is an inevitable part of the human experience. Many of us keep our career, relationship, and personal failures hidden. Yet the most successful people among us have not only tried and failed, but learned to reap failure’s benefits. Join us for an evening of
We are all born with a desire to create – and yet somehow, as adults, many of us grow disconnected from our innate creative powers. Often the pressure to perform, be productive, and get it right holds us back from fully immersing ourselves in the creative process. And some of us simply don’t make time
At the most basic level, food gives us the energy we need to live. But we eat for more than just physiological nourishment: we eat to come together, to mark occasions like weddings and funerals, to discover cultures, to feel better when we’re in pain. This month you’re invited to gather for a discussion on
Aging: it’s the one experience that doesn’t discriminate. No matter how smart, wealthy, or powerful you are, every person on earth is on a journey toward mortality. Some of us hardly think about this process at all; for others, it looms in our consciousness every day. This month we invite you to reflect on what
Let's discover the gift of Yoga together Whether you are newly stepping into a life of yoga, deepening your practice, or learning to share this gift; together we will awaken your strength, empower you fully, and discover the teacher within you. The foundations of Vini Yoga: Linkage of Breath and Movement: Vini yoga links movement