Boundaries for (ex-)people-pleasers
Do you struggle to state your opinion or needs? Go along to keep the peace?
Whether at work, with family, friends, strangers, in romantic relationships, with authority figures, in spiritual settings, education, leadership or as a follower?
If so, this workshop is for you. Come workshop with others in the same boat: we will review tools and skill, then actively practice grounding, standing firm, and speaking up clearly, respectfully and firmly.
See recent reviews at https://mindfuladulting.substack.com/p/workshop-schedule
Conflict is hard. Cory sets up a space where we can safely try things with other workshoppers, free to mess up in low-stakes settings.
We use sample scenarios and/or scenarios from your own life, so you can practice and prepare for the conversation you've been dreading.
You will leave this event more confident and capable of setting boundaries in your real life in a way that is clear/not too soft, and not unnecessarily harsh. You can feel good about your own words, tone and actions, and you can improve your relationships of all kinds.
"amazing, amazing workshop. It gave me so much food for thought and self-reflection. There was such a wealth of knowledge in that room. Thank you for holding that space. I felt a lot of growth even in the few days afterward." -Tiff, a Boundary Workshop participant
This interactive and inclusive workshop is for those who want to grow!
SCHEDULE
1:50-2:00 Arrive & settle in
2:00-3:10 Part 1
3:10-3:20 Break
3:20-4:30 Part 2
LOCATION
1923 Fernwood Rd at the Little Gladstone Studio
The Little Gladstone Studio is on the 2nd floor around the back of the building. (Go around Little June, Stage, the children’s boutique, and turn right into the laneway. Look to your right and see the ramp up to the Studio space!)
COST
Pay what you can: suggested $30-35 (range 20-50)
You can pay here, in cash, or via e-transfer.
Contact corylobbezoo @ gmail.com for trades or bursaries.
Qs
Can I come to just one half of the event? Yep.
Who is Cory the facilitator? Educator and nerd — see small bio at https://mindfuladulting.substack.com/about
Is this a queer-friendly event? Yas queen (king, or ruler of any gender)
Are service animals allowed? Welcomed!
What facilities are on site? Washrooms, accessible space, kitchenette with drinking water.
What should I bring? A friend, a journal if you like (Cory will have pens and paper alternatively), comfy clothes, a morsel of courage.
Is this a repeat of Boundaries 101 or 102 or "Say 'No' More"? Nope; it's different.
Is there street parking nearby? Yes. Try Gladstone (or Stanley, Pembroke or Vining)
Is this on a bus route? Yep, the 22. And a short walk from some others (24/25, 11, 27/28, 2, 15, etc)
What's the idea behind this workshop? A few, including
You can grow from wherever you are now.
We can’t talk our way into empowerment: we need practice.
Navigating inner/interpersonal stress and conflict without panicking is an emotional intelligence skill that grows best in low-stakes settings like this.
We need to build resilience communally, not just individually.
Any questions or concerns - get in touch with Cory corylobbezoo @ gmail.com