CONSCIOUS RELATIONSHIPS - A Weekend Workshop for Couples and Individuals

CONSCIOUS RELATIONSHIPS
Me, You & The Space Between Us
LONDON OCTOBER 19/20
10am-6pm Saturday
10am-5.30pm Sunday

Facilitated by Nicola Foster and Jason Porthouse

Join us as we map the territory of ‘me, you, and the space between us’ - how we are in connection with others.

This creative space is for people in relationship, people who want to be, and everyone who loves learning about how relationships work.

In this two-day experiential workshop we’ll be exploring:

- Attachment styles - how understanding them helps us form better relationships
- Codependency and enmeshment
- Differentiation - what is it and why does it matter?
- Understanding domains and how they play a key role in relating
- Navigating between space and togetherness, independence and inter-dependence
- How to define and practice boundaries
- The importance of a strong sense of self

From friendships to family members, chance encounters to committed partnerships - together we will look at how touch, expansion and play can bring more aliveness into our connections. We’ll explore the dance that can happen when two people allow themselves to be fully present with each other; showing their vulnerability, playfulness, attractions and desires. And we’ll see how healthy boundaries are essential to creating the safety that real intimacy needs to thrive.

Whether you are someone who loses themselves in relationship, or you get overwhelmed by too much intimacy, this workshop is for you.

You’ll practice asking for both the space you need, the connection you desire, and negotiating the difference - the space between you. The workshop will include movement, meditation, guided exercises, conscious touch, circle time, sharing, and personal reflection.

Join us in our experimental, playful exploration of co-creating healthy, empowered connection.

This weekend is suitable for individuals and intimate partners - all are welcome.

About Nicola

Nicola is a relationship and intimacy therapist and teacher. She began learning about love and relationships with Jan Day in 2011 and this journey led her to escape her corporate job and qualify as a sex and relationship therapist supports couples and individuals with intimacy. Her mission is to help men and women create, repair and deepen their intimate relationships. Nicola says "When I first began learning about relationships with Jan I had very little idea about how to be relational. I was wrapped up in my own fears, judgments, prejudices and doubts. As I experimented with dating and being more conscious in my relationship choices, I learned to see the unique differences and beautiful qualities in others and to how to be more present. I also found greater self-acceptance. I now love to help others to find more self-esteem, confidence and joy in all their relationships."

About Jason

Jason is a fellow Jan Day's School of Being teacher and is passionate about the importance of conscious relationships and the transformations they can bring. Jason is also a qualified Spiritual Companion, having studied with Dr. William Bloom on the only accredited course in Practical Spirituality and Wellness in the UK. He is also one of the team of organisers of the annual Glastonbury Symposium.

What people say about working with Nicola and Jason:
'Nicola is an excellent facilitator. She creates a very safe and supportive place.' Valerie
'Nicola holds space with deep presence, sincerity and love.' Louise
'A lot of fun and Nicola Foster is a great facilitator!' Alex

'Jason brought a gentle masculine energy, clear instructions, humour, playfulness, and good boundary setting that all helped create a safe space in which to participate fully and with absolute trust.' Anon

'Model of a well run great workshop which Nicola and Jason co-facilitate with charm, sensitivity and a delightful light touch.' C.
Nicola provided a beautiful space and I immediately felt relaxed and welcomed. It felt a safe place to explore. Thank you for a beautiful and worthwhile day.' Colin

'What a delicious invitation, to connect with others in a space well held by Nicola, who brings such experience and clarity.' Paul
'A wonderful weekend of connection with lovely people and feeling able to be my authentic self, while learning more about my barriers to connection. Everything was optional and held very safely, so I highly recommend the weekend if you are a bit curious! P.

Check out Nicola and Jason's podcast Intimacy Matters - www.realrelating.com/podcast