What we’re about
Welcome to Authentic Relating Denver. Here, we gather with each other to build genuine in-person connections and explore our relational fields.
What is authentic relating? It is a way to explore the vast landscape of human connection that lies beyond the scope of most human connections. It is a practice that settles the reactive nervous system and allows people to be deeply seen, heard, and accepted for who they are.
During our meetups, we welcome ourselves and each other just as we are. We practice authentic relating skills and exercises to dive deeper into awareness, connection and understanding. Our ultimate goal is to bring more vulnerability, intimacy, nourishment and trust into our relationships and into the present moment.
In this community, everyone is welcomed. Regardless of your age, race, identities, or experience with the authentic relating practice, you are a valuable part of this group. We look forward to relating with you at the next event!
Lastly, if you are interested in continuing your authentic relating practice, we are here to enable you. Feel free to reach out at the end of an event to learn more about Authentic Relating Training (ART International), or to join our leadership team which leads and facilitates sessions.
Upcoming events (1)
See all- Authentic Relating Morning @ Cheesman Park!Cheesman Park, Denver, CO
Hello Authentic Relaters of Denver!
I wanted to get our May meet-up on the calendar early. We are still planning the details but have the date set!
You are invited to the practice of authentic relating and the opportunity to make new friends! Please join us for a morning of authentic relating at Cheesman Park!
We are excited to continue to bring this practice outside where we can connect with Nature as well.
Here are the details of our May event:
WHEN? Saturday - May 11th - 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m
WHERE? South East Corner of Cheesman Park (near the south side of the pavilion) The closest cross streets for parking are 9th and Race Street.Exact Coordinates:
https://maps.app.goo.gl/KYKcRXvnbgm28Gmc6Backup Location: If weather appears to be sour a day in advance, we will move to the backup location with at least 24 hours notice.
***Backup Location: ***810 S University Blvd, Denver, CO 80209
**different library than April's meetup**THEME: to be determined
What to expect?
This is a workshop-style event with a supportive structure used to create a group context around:- Slowing down
- Expanding our awareness in our body, mind, emotions
- Welcoming everything
- Checking our assumptions
- Revealing our experiences
- Owning our experiences
- Honoring ourselves and others
We will use prompts, sentence stems, games, dyads, and group discussions to get you in touch with your awareness, curiosity, truth, and empathy.
The result?
— Expanded relational awareness
— Deeper, more meaningful and intimate connections with self and others
— The potential to begin shifting lifelong relational patterns and blocksAll instructions and prompts will be provided; no experience necessary. This meetup is perfect for those new to AR as well as the well-seasoned.
FORMAT
(approximate)
10:30 - Welcome
10:35 - Personal Check-in
10:45 - Group Check-in
11:15 - Authentic-relating activities, experiences, and impact
sharing/feedback sessions
12:10 - Check-outs, Closing
12:25 - Meet a new friend :)
We usually grab lunch afterwards with whoever is interested :)Note: Occasionally, there will be a cozy group signed up (ie: 3-6) . Do not be dissuaded... some of the most magical mornings are the result of the intimacy and presence that emerge in these instances.
GUIDANCE
- Please bring water, a light jacket, and wear sunscreen.
- If we are at the park, chairs will not be provided. If you need a chair, please plan on bringing your own, as well as any blankets or other items you'd like at the park.
- This event is for adults and young-adults only. Please be respectful about not bringing any pets, since we do not know if members have any pet allergies and their presence can be cute but distracting.
Cost:
This event is free, however I am collecting donations (recommended $15 donation per person). Donations cover costs for registering/maintaining Meet-up platform as well as creating a scholarship fund for active members to receive financial support in attending Authentic Relating Trainings (ART International Level 1 or Level 2)Current Scholarship Fund (accounting for Meetup Costs): 75$
CANCELLATIONS
Please keep your RSVP up to date! If your circumstances have changed and you are unable to make an event, we understand and honor your humanness! Please change your RSVP on the event page to "not going" so that a space may open up for someone else.ABOUT THE HOST
David Schreiber is a trained Authentic Relater through ART International (Level 1 and 2). He has a passion for teaching, learning, and leading. In the past, he substitute taught and tutored students grades 4-12 in math and science. Currently, he is a sales engineer at an IT consulting company, which he loves because he can relate with people and solve problems at the same time. He also has a passion for recovery from addictions, and is working with his brother to assist others to become aware of and recover from technology addiction.
