Single?  Dating?  Looking for the one?

 

Learn proven skills to make your next relationship a successful one with Lessons In Love, a two-part (2 half days) workshop teaching the Seven Principles for building happy, healthy romantic connections.

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Prepare for your next romantic partnership using proven Gottman concepts. Improve your communication skills, learn how to effectively manage conflict, and gain essential tools to make your next romantic connection a fulfilling and lasting one.

 

In this 2-part workshop for singles, you will learn… 

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• How to become a better listener and communicator.

• The phases of relationships, true love, and how to approach dating.

• The happy couples secret weapon.

• How to express your emotions, needs, goals, and dreams.

• Improved conflict management and how to move past repeat arguments.

• How to apply the Seven Principles to dating and romantic partnerships.

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10 more benefits of this workshop for singles in all stages of dating

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1. How to get to know each other on deeper levels and create true friendship

2. Questionnaires to ask yourself if this is the real thing

3. Safe and unsafe behaviors, red and green flags to look for before committing

4. The 4 pillars for building a strong partnership foundation

5. Key elements of happy, lasting partnerships vs the destroyers of relationships

6. Understanding your conflict style and resolving conflicts as a team

7. Common types of disagreements that are perpetual in most relationships (that are normal)

8. Learning how to share what you want and ask for what you want so your partner can honor your requests

9. Interactive small group atmosphere with  both small group and 1-on-1 exercises

10. Make new single friends or meet a romantic interest!

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What are you waiting for? Sign up today!

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To receive $50 off, apply LOVELESSONS20 at checkout!

The early bird special offer is available until 5:00 p.m. CST, January 19th.

 

This is an in person workshop

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Dates:  Saturday, February 22nd, 1:00p.m. - 5:00 p.m. CST

               Saturday, March 1st, 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. CST

 

Location:  375 & 435 W. Erie Street, Chicago, IL

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This 2-part workshop is designed to help singles learn the key to building successful relationships, all based on Dr. John Gottman’s New York Times bestseller, The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work.  Although originally written for married couples, the Seven Principles have become universal, helping singles and romantic partners of all stages strengthen their connections. Straightforward yet profound, these principles teach proven methods to manage conflict, create common ground, and achieve greater levels of connection and intimacy.

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Intended Audience is​

Individuals who are single and in various stages of dating (thinking about dating, actively dating, considering a long-term commitment with someone new).

 

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AGENDA

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Day 1, February 22

• Research and Principle 1: Love Maps

• Principle 2: Nurture Fondness

• Principle 3: Turning Towards

• Principle 4: Accepting Influence

 

Day 2, March 1

• Principle 5: Learn to Solve your Solvable Problems

• Principle 6: Overcome Gridlock

• Principle 7: Shared Meaning, Rituals of Connection and Life Goals

• Multiple opportunities to practice concepts with other participants

• Multiple Breaks

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Cancelation Policy: Cancelation request must be received at least 24 hours before the start of Day 1.  February 20, 2025, 1:00 p.m. CST.​  No refunds after February 20, 2025, 1:00 p.m. CST.​  

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Presenter:​

Maria Spears, M.Ed, CPPC, is a professional Dating & Love Coach, who is trained by The Gottman Institute to teach this workshop. 

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Questions or concerns, please email maria@maria-spears.com.​​

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