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Four Hours to a Happier Relationship
This interactive workshop provides practical tools to jump-start your relationship. In only four hours, couples and individuals who are in a committed relationship can rekindle the fun and friendship they remember fondly, using techniques based on research from PREP, Inc. Learn and practice two effective communication techniques, discover how to reconnect and make your relationship a priority.
This four hour workshop will be offered at CFU (Denver, CO) from 6:30-8:30 pm on Feb. 3 & 10, 2010 (2 Wednesday evenings), and 1-5 pm on May 15, and Sept. 18, 2010. Please register with Colorado Free University online (www.freeu.com), fax (303-399-0477), or by telephone (303-399-0093 or 800-333-6218). This workshop will also be offered at Arapahoe Community College (Littleton, CO) from 1-5 pm on Dec. 5, 2009, Mar. 13, and Nov. 13, 2010. Please register with ACC Community Education online (www.arapahoe.edu), fax (303-797-2647), or by telephone (303-797-5722).
Is Anyone Listening To Me? Solving Communication Problems in Relationships
Realize the value of expressing your viewpoint while sincerely trying to understand your partner's opinions. Learn the difference between solvable problems that you find frustrating, and perpetual problems that can haunt your relationship for years. Practice three effective communication techniques from PREP, Active Relationships Center, and research data from Dr. J. Gottman. Apply these tools to resolve conflict and experience the connection and fulfillment in your relationships that you really want and need.
This three and one-half to four hour workshop will be offered at CFU (Denver, CO) from 8:30-Noon on Feb. 20, Aug. 21, 2010, and from 6:30-8:30 pm on Nov. 3 & 10, 2010 (2 Wednesday evenings). Please register with Colorado Free University online (www.freeu.com), fax (303-399-0477), or by telephone (303-399-0093 or 800-333-6218). This workshop will also be offered at Arapahoe Community College (Littleton, CO) from 8:30-Noon on April 17, and Oct. 9, 2010. Please register with ACC Community Education online (www.arapahoe.edu), fax (303-797-2647), or by telephone (303-797-5722).
Before You Say "I Do" - Marriage Education for Engaged Couples
The bride and groom need to think about many things before their wedding day. In addition to planning for your "special day" it's also important not to forget to plan for your marriage, which will last much longer than the wedding cake and flowers. Before you say "I do", spend 4 hours developing skills for building a strong marriage foundation with other engaged couples who are also improving their relationships skills before their wedding day.
This four hour workshop will be offered at CFU (Denver, CO) from 1-5 pm on Feb. 20, and Aug. 21, 2010, and from 6:30-8:30 pm on June 17 & 24, 2010 (2 Thursday evenings). Please register with Colorado Free University online (www.freeu.com), fax (303-399-0477), or by telephone (303-399-0093 or 800-333-6218). This workshop will also be offered at Arapahoe Community College (Littleton, CO) from 1-5 pm on April 17, and Oct. 9, 2010. Please register with ACC Community Education online (www.arapahoe.edu), fax (303-797-2647), or by telephone (303-797-5722).
Couples' Finances - Yours, Mine, and Ours
Identify your money personality, apply an easy budgeting system for "real couples", and start talking civilly with your partner about real life spending, savings, and common financial goals. It's time to de-stress your financial future as a united couple.
This four hour workshop will be offered at Arapahoe Community College (Littleton, CO) from 1-5 pm on June 26, and Dec. 4, 2010. Please register with ACC Community Education online (www.arapahoe.edu), fax (303-797-2647), or by telephone (303-797-5722).
Relationship Preparation Boot Camp for Singles
There is an abundance of dating resources today, from self-help books to Internet dating services, which help singles repeat the pattern of choosing the "wrong" person. Rather than jumping into another unsatisfying relationship, arm yourself with research-based relationship preparation tools. Practice proactive behaviors that can create a sustainable lifelong relationship. Begin your next relationship from a position of confidence, positive intention, and self-respect. Topics covered include: the 7 Dating Traps, Getting Clear About What You Want and How to Make it Happen, It's Not Just About Sex - The Four Components of Connection, and How to be a Conscious Dater. This series of workshops are for singles (18 and older) who are ready to take an active role in preparing themselves for their next long-term relationship.
This seven and one-half hour dating boot camp will be offered at CFU from 9-11:30 am, lunch 11:30-1 (on your own), and 1-6 pm on Jan. 23, and July 17, 2010. Please register with Colorado Free University online (www.freeu.com), fax (303-399-0477), or by telephone (303-399-0093 or 800-333-6218).
To Forgive And...Maybe Not Forget, But Move Beyond
Forgiveness is a conscious decision to let go of your perceived right to get even with, or hold in debt, someone who has wronged you. Learn to dispel the many myths surrounding forgiveness. Practice the 6 vital steps to allow forgiveness for yourself and others. There may be no richer expression of deep acceptance than seeing the truth of our actions against those we love and still choosing to pursue a closer relationship. Are you ready to forgive and get on with your life?
This three to four hour workshop will be offered at CFU (Denver, CO) from 6:30-8:30 pm on Jan. 13 & 20, 2010 (2 Wednesday evenings), 9-Noon on May 15, and Sept. 18, 2010. Please register with Colorado Free University online (www.freeu.com), fax (303-399-0477), or by telephone (303-399-0093 or 800-333-6218).
Anger Can Be Toxic to Your Relationships: 4 Strategies to Handle Conflict Without Losing Your Cool!
Have you been avoiding your spouse/family because your last conversation dissolved into a yelling match? Do neighbors and co-workers get under your skin? Discuss and practice the 4 necessary skills to better prepare yourself for future conflicts. Walk away with practical techniques that will keep your own emotions in check. Learn how to keep your relationships in tact by having compassion for others. (This workshop is NOT intended for participants who are required to attend a court ordered anger management class).
This three hour workshop will be offered from 9-Noon on Mar. 13, and Nov. 13, 2010 at Arapahoe Community College in Littleton, CO. Please register with ACC Community Education online (www.arapahoe.edu), fax (303-797-2647), or by telephone (303-797-5722).
Preparing For Your Empty Nest Marriage: Now That the Kids Are Ready to Leave Home
Congratulations! Your last kid is ready to leave home and you are looking forward to spending time with the love of your life. Are you prepared to return to a partner-focused relationship, or have the stresses and busy activity of parenting adolescents left you feeling tired and distant? Learn to reconnect on a deeper level by using practical research based PREP communication techniques. Redefine your marriage by assessing your goals and life dreams. It's time to recommit to your CORE relationship values. Make the second half of your marriage the best yet.
This three hour workshop will be offered at Arapahoe Community College (Littleton, CO) from 9-Noon on June 26, and Dec. 4, 2010. Please register with ACC Community Education online (www.arapahoe.edu), fax (303-797-2647), or by telephone (303-797-5722).
If your organization, church (i.e. - Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS), MOPSnext, Mom's Network, Christian Women's Connection), or company would like a relationship guest speaker 2009/2010 bookings are currently being accepted.
Choose from a variety of 60 minute relationship enrichment programs below:
* Approaches for helping couples maintain the special belssing of marriage, friendship, fun, and physical oneness - It's Time To Arrange A Play Date With Hubby Instead Of The Kids!
* Communication skills proven in research to help couples handle conflict constructively - Is Anyone Listening To Me?
* A problem solving method that really works - Get A Clue! Problem Solving Made Simpler.
* A model for helping couples to forgive others (and themselves) - To Forgive And... Well, Maybe Not Forget But At Least Move Beyond.
* Helping couples understand marital expectations - For Better Or For Worse... For Real.
* How to stay connected and build intimacy when your spouse is unavailable - Connecting With Your Traveling Souse-Out Of Town or In His Cave!
* Two great topics for your next MOPS and POPS or couples social gathering are - Par for the Course: The Game of Golf Can Illustrate Principles of Marriage, and Your, Mine, and Ours - Helping couples explore the potential minefield of personal finances
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