A three-day intensive in authentic relating & circling practices
About
Three days of deep diving in authentic human connection with beautiful people, during the end of summer, on the top of a mountain over looking the gulf islands. Camping in the forest, eating delicious catered food, and leveling up in conscious relating with an epic international AR & Circling leader. This is the largest event of it’s kind in Western Canada yet!
More info and RSVP:
https://westcoastcircling.com/
WHAT IS AUTHENTIC RELATING?
Authentic Relating, put simply, is a practice of being you. Being real, honest, revealed, and transparent, allowing others to see, hear, and know our inner world. AR experiences are designed to deepen your connection with yourself and others, in an environment where it’s encouraged to express how you really feel. AR is a growing movement with communities around the world gathering to connect and enrich the human experience.
WHAT IS CIRCLING?
If Authentic Relating is practicing the punching and kicking moves, Circling is the sparing match. Circling is a relational meditation in which participants share their sensations, emotions, and thoughts in the present moment while in connection with each other. Usually in groups of 4-6, two common types of Circles are a “focused circle” where one person is the centre of attention for up to an hour, revealing their present moment experience in connection with the group that is exploring their world, and “organic circles” where there is no focus person as attention moves around organically, people reveal themselves and follow their curiosity. Circling is a strong practice for deepening intimacy, uncovering relational blindspots, and leveling up EQ/communication skills.
**More info and RSVP:
https://westcoastcircling.com/
Dates
Sept 8th - 10th, 2023
Details
Basic simple cabins are available for rent at the Buddhist Retreat Centre next door (7 min walk) for an additional CAD$65/night. Please complete registration if you are interested and we can coordinate this for you. PLEASE DO NOT CONTACT THE BUDDHIST CENTRE DIRECTLY.
We have showers. The ocean or lake are within a 10 min drive.
We are on a sensitive ecosystem and count on you to respect and honour this land by cleaning up after yourself, preserving water, being fauna and flora aware and embodying the animal this land asks for.
Food: Meals are mostly vegetarian. Please complete registration to inform us of any dietary restrictions or allergies. We source from local and organic foods as much as possible.