About This Workshop

When it comes to healthy, adult relationships, expecting your partner to read your mind will only get you so far.

In this workshop, we’ll explore why it’s so important to be able to clearly and honestly express yourself to your partner and how to do so in a way that minimizes defensiveness and conflict.

James Traub, a certified health and wellbeing coach, will delve into the power of emotional intelligence and explain how getting clear about what you’re feeling, needing, and wanting will strengthen your relationship and create greater connection and intimacy with your partner.

What You’ll Learn

1. The Basics of Emotional Intelligence

• Learn what emotions are, what emotions mean, and how to express what you’re feeling, needing, and wanting

2. Using Emotional Intelligence to Create Emotional Intimacy

• Intimacy = Into-Me-You-See

• Learn how opening up about your inner experience creates connection and depth in your relationship

3. Navigating Obstacles to Open, Honest Communication

• Discover how to replace fear with curiosity

4. Expressing Yourself Clearly & Mindfully

• Practice using the FANOS model to engage in open and honest sharing with your partner.

Agenda

• Introduction (15 minutes)

• Educational Presentation (45 minutes)

• Interactive Worksheets & Partner Activities (60 minutes)

• Q&A (30 minutes)