Connection Compass Virtual Workshop - March 23, 2025

Sunday, March 23, 2025
9:30am-1pm PT / 12:30-4pm ET
A Virtual Workshop

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All human interpersonal behavior involves varying degrees of connectedness and esteem. Connectedness is about how invitational our demeanor is, while esteem is about how we handle our judgments of ourselves and of others.

Over almost a century of research, psychologists have proposed a number of systems for helping people be aware of their (often unconscious) interpersonal motives and behaviors, and the Relationship Grid developed by Terry Real beautifully captures this work in easy to understand language, with clear strategies for improvement.

The Grid contains a circle of health which allows for flexibility depending on the situation, and we'll look at how this circle applies at home (with partners and children), in social settings, and at work.

**What is Connection Compass?**

All participants will receive a self-scoring questionnaire to help them determine which parts of the grid they are likely to inhabit when they are not at their best. First we will examine the self-esteem axis of the grid and discuss strategies for handling both our own and others’ esteem issues. Then we’ll talk about how boundaries are defined, and explore ways to manage our boundaries in the face of tension or conflict.

The format for this workshop is a blend of teaching, practice and Q&A.
Taught over Zoom.

Meet Your Teacher, Cathy Hill, PhD

Cathy is a psychologist with 30 years of experience as a therapist, teacher, and researcher. Since 2019 she has been working closely with Terry Real on various projects, and served as the Director of Training at the Relational Life Institute until 2024. She is currently semi-retired, but still teaches, serves on the board and as the Director of Research with Relational Life Foundation.

Are You Ready to Take Your Relationships To The Next Level?
(this includes all types of relationships, including the one with yourself)

This is a nonprofit offering. All sales will contribute to the running costs and Relational Life Foundation’s provision of low-cost relationship workshops, programs, and services to marginalized communities.

About Relational Life Foundation

Relational Life Foundation is a nonprofit dedicated to combating the epidemic of loneliness and isolation by empowering individuals to transform their relationships.

Our mission focuses on building stronger, more connected communities through powerful and accessible therapeutic services.

Key Initiatives:

Provide affordable relationship-focused therapeutic services
Offer free and sliding-scale community events and workshops
Conduct original research on relationship dynamics
Develop educational programs to enhance relational skills

What Others Say About RLT Relational Skills

“This work really opened my eyes to a new way of looking at myself, my partner and the relationship between us.”
- Mitch, Minneapolis, MN

“I feel so grateful it helped me understand myself and my partner more and from a deeper place (adaptive child). I will be going back out into the world with a new lens!”
- Samantha, Denver CO

“Helped me understand where I come from, who I am, and a path to be the better me.”
- Justin, Denver CO

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this an online course?
Yes—you can learn these powerful life-long skills from the comfort of your own home.

What should I expect from learning about Relational Life Therapy?
Relational Life Therapy (RLT) is Terry Real’s radical approach to couples therapy that breaks many of the rules of traditional couples therapy. Notably, RLT emphasizes the importance of people learning the ongoing skills they need to nurture and cherish their relationships long after their time in therapy is over. The core skills of this workshop will will help you create meaningful relationships and keep the spark alive.

Is this training suitable for mental health practitioners?
While this is designed to equip couples and individuals with the skills to transform their personal relationships, mental health professionals curious about Relational Life Therapy may attend to experience some of the model’s benefits first-hand, or for their own personal development.

I’m interested in making a larger donation. Who should I speak to?
Thank you for your interest in supporting Relational Life Foundation!
You can reach out to our Development Director, Carrie Maloney, at [email protected].

I have more questions. Who can I speak to?
You can reach out to our Executive Director, Sarah Melissa Oswald, at [email protected].