Ep 04-How to Have Better Relationships w/ Steven Kessler

Relationships are a major determinant of happiness, but we’re rarely taught how to navigate them successfully. We’ve all had friction in intimacy…but how often does it bring us closer? In this conversation, author of The 5 Personality Patterns, Steven Kessler and Ishita Sharma discuss how to create fulfilling, co-empowering relationships. They dive deep into the stuff that actually changes relationships for the better- an uncommon, yet foundational understanding of relational dynamics- at the level of attention, energy and the language of the body. WHAT YOU’LL HEAR ABOUT:* Relational spirituality- relationships are a crucible for transformation.* Changing each other vs changing ourselves* Love, respect and mutuality* I’ll bridge to you and take responsibility* What’s the nature of Reality? How do people work?* Getting in touch with emotions* Understanding our own relational style and that of others* Energy, attention, habits and expectations* How we use them to make better relationships* Attachment styles- and adult expectations* Stages of development in relationships* How different people try to keep themselves safe* How we can help other people feel safe, and seenSTEVEN’S BOOKS:* The 5 Personality Patterns* How to Have Better RelationshipsJOIN ISHITA + STEVEN IN THE NEW BODY CLASS on RELATIONSHIPSDo you feel stuck or small in relationships? How real can you be with others? Are you often triggered by people close to you?In THE BODY CLASS on Relationships- an 8-week online course, we will examine how to bring your embodied presence into all your relationships.Wednesdays 11am-1pm pst, JUNE 4-JULY 23Live on Zoom and recorded.This teaching supports the direct experience of open-hearted awareness, an approach that can open up a whole new world for you.Together we will practice a new, effective path to create harmonious, co-empowering relationships by learning the language of your body.You will learn to communicate effectively, bridge the gap between you and your loved ones, get your needs met while honoring others, and increase your joy, intimacy and fulfillment.You may find, as others have, that long standing patterns and destructive habits heal in our time together. You will leave with greater confidence, vibrance, and connection to yourself, Life and others around you."Past participants have said:* “Wow, so much transformation -- big, big changes and insights, a new beginning that I’m ready to open to, evolve into!”* “A couple of very destructive habit patterns have let go of me."* “Realistic and attainable. Not such difficult or drastic changes, but significant ones.”To get a taste of the healing & liberation that is possible in relationships, learn more and join us!LEARN MORE & REGISTER:www.cometocenter.com/bodyclass Get full access to come to center at cometocenter.substack.com/subscribe