There’s a Buddhist belief that a genuinely loving relationship is the practice for which all other practices are preparation. It’s likely that you already know how much we all need healthy, well-connected relationships to thrive…but also that relationships can be really challenging.

“This workshop is a must for any couple. It brought me and my partner much closer together and helped us discuss and process issues that we have been struggling with. Thank you for an unforgettable experience.”

Compassion for Couples is a wonderful opportunity for you and your partner to build a strong and healthy foundation for your relationship and develop the skills to help navigate the difficulties that arise within us and between us. Compassion can help us hold ourselves and others with kindness, even in the midst of difficulty. And that creates the resilience we need for our relationships to thrive.

“I was quite skeptical that we would achieve anything major in this program. I went with my wife only because she wanted me to go. But something very deep happened. Something shifted inside me during the workshop. I am really grateful for that.”

What to Expect

During these eight weeks, we will meet online for two hours each week as we practice skill-building through a combination of meditation, experiential exercises, didactic learning, and discussion. You’ll spend time cultivating compassion with your partner, and you’ll also have time to share what you are learning in the supportive community of other couples learning alongside you. You may be surprised to find you are not alone and you’ll likely be inspired by this community. Michelle and Megan, experts in compassion training in the context of relationships, will be with you every step of the way supporting you as you learn to deepen the foundation of kindness and compassion in your relationship so that what once divided you can actually bring you closer.

With compassion at the core of our relationships, we can risk being vulnerable with each other.  After all, we need to be seen and accepted for who we truly are for connection and intimacy to flourish.  Find your way back to each other or safeguard the connection you already have by joining us for Compassion for Couples.

All are welcome to this program. You and your partner do not need any prior experience with compassion programs or meditation to benefit from this course. Modifications and suggestions will be offered to support unique levels of experience and needs.

Attendance & Recording

Program sessions will not be recorded. Please plan to attend each session as they build upon each other throughout the course.

Schedule

This course meets once a week on Wednesdays, for eight weeks, from October 4 to November 22, 2023.

All sessions are two hours long.

Scholarships

If you are in need financially, we have a limited number of scholarships available. Please apply here by Sept 22. Scholarships are awarded on a first-come basis, please apply early.

Registration Deadline

October 1st, 2023