In Portland Oregon

How do YOU do Relationship?
This mini workshop is an exploration of habits of interaction. The goal is finding both better connection and more freedom. We’ll use simple movements from Tai Chi, Aikido, Trust exercises, Wu Shu, Contact Improv and Theater warm-ups, all with various partners. What we’re looking for is the patterns common to your interactions with your partner,…
How Sensitivity Can Make Saying No Difficult
Sometimes our beautiful sensitivity can make it hard to say no. This trait, which allows us to feel another with compassion, can cause us to avoid disappointing someone else no matter the cost And if we have been rewarded for being “such a nice person”, we might strive to fulfill that well-praised reputation in a…
Saying No When You Are A Nice Person
Being able to set limits is especially challenging if you are attached to being a nice person. Others can manipulate your desire to be seen as good. Let’s start with boundaries. A good boundary helps you be an integrated person — to be your authentic self. It honors you as an individual, as you may…