Things That Matter...

Six key principles of creating successful relationships

Whether you’ve been married for several years, just starting out, or want to learn how to get along better with your kids and co-workers, this relationship series is for you!  Learn the six key principles of creating successful relationships and start enhancing ALL of your relationships now!

Six Consecutive weekly workshops to attend to the things that matter most in life – Relationships!

Supplementary Download: "Things_That_Matter" (.doc)

Sponsored by:  

Changing Patterns, PC
150 Houston Street, Suite 300
Batavia, IL  60510

Location:

Holmstad Retirement Village
700 Fabyan Parkway
Activity Room
Batavia, IL  60510

Dates and Times:

MONDAY, 7/13/09 6:30PM – 8:00PM
"I had a ‘normal’ childhood."…Why understanding your past helps your present
Can’t figure out why your relationships don’t sing? Does it seem like your past keeps getting in the way of that terrific relationship? This program helps you understand how childhood messages affect your relationships today -- personally and professionally -- and teaches you new skills that strengthen relationships.

MONDAY, 7/20/09 6:30PM – 8:00PM
"Why can’t she/he accept me for who I am?"
Remember when…she seemed like the ideal spouse and he seemed like the perfect catch? In this program you’ll understand the stages of relationships and learn how your differences can enhance all of your relationships.

MONDAY, 7/27/09 6:30PM – 8:00PM
"You never listen to me! You only hear what you want to hear!"
Sound familiar?  Do you think you are a good listener? Even if you feel you are, this program addresses the art of truly listening and the internal filters that can get in the way of hearing beyond words.

MONDAY, 8/3/09 6:30PM – 8:00PM
"Oops, I didn’t mean to say that!"
Have you ever blurted something out and then regretted it?   We all make mistakes. This program will teach you both how to make relational repairs and say what you want to say so you can be heard. 

MONDAY, 8/10/09 6:30PM – 8:00PM
"I said I was sorry, what more do you want?!”... Mending broken trust 
Do you struggle with moving past broken trusts?  Do you shy away from intimacy for fear of getting hurt again?  In this program learn what it takes for both parties to re-establish trust and restore relationships.

MONDAY, 8/17/09 6:30PM – 8:00PM
Changing the pattern: How to create lasting change
Stop the relationship insanity! Solidify new behaviors and avoid falling back into old patterns. In this program you will identify personal barriers to making change permanent and create a new plan of action for successful relationships.

Cost:

$40 per person/class
$70 per couple/class

Registration:

Contact Bonnie Artman at 630-406-0075 or via email at Bonnie@changingpatterns.net for registration information.

BONUS: Register and pay in advance for all six programs by 7/1/09 and receive one program free!