REKINDLING THE PASSION AND LOVE IN YOUR RELATIONSHIP

Facilitators:

   Elana Sabajon (CNVC Certified Trainer)
Ben Trelease

Location: Lopez Island

   TBA
Elana's website

Date and Time:

   Fri, Feb 8, 2013 - Sun, Feb 10, 2013

Friday afternoon check-in 5.00 pm, check-out at Sunday 3.30 pm

Details

   This retreat will focus on rekindling the love, power, understanding, passion, intimacy, respect, and empathy in your relationship.

It is possible to reclaim these values you had before kids, job issues, the recession, stressful events, etc. This retreat is designed for couples who want to reconnect with what brought them together in the first place. Conflict will be used as a tool for couples to preserve and deepen their connection and understanding of each other.

Using experiential exercises, readings, and group discussion, we will explore the Principles of Compassionate Communication (NVC) and other teachings (Gay and Kathlyn Hendricks, David Deida, Katherine Woodward Thomas, David Schnarch...) to improve your relationship skills and more fully realize the joy of the relationship.

*Additional bonus* Each couple will have an exclusive coaching session designed for their individual needs.

Points

  
  • Hear your partner's deepest needs and feelings and have your partner hear yours.
  • Learn how to recognize triggers and how to take responsibility for your own feelings and needs.
  • Rekindle and deepen the love and passion you have/once had for each other.
  • Remember and restore the love that drew you together in the first place.
  • Maintain a 'self' as you deepen your relationship.
  • Increase playfulness.
  • Express and receive gratitude and appreciation.
  • Address conflicts as a means to deepen your connection.

Who is it for?

  Couples who are in a committed relationships or who are exploring that possibility.

What to bring:

  Yourself and your Partner

Tuition Details:

  

The tuition is $1159.00.

If tuition is not paid at time of registration, the minimum deposit is $300.00 with the remainder due by Jan 31, 2013.

Food and lodging are $400 PER COUPLE, in addition to the PER COUPLE tuition of $1159. Mostly organic food with gluten and dairy free options will be available. Please let us know in your registration if you have any allergies or specific dietary needs.

To allow an intimate and safe experience, the retreat is limited to 5 couples. Early registration is highly recommended.


Cancellations and Refunds:

   100% refund before January 8. Cancellations between January 8 and January 25 will forfeit deposit. No cancellations after January 25.