Authentic SF

I'm leading a Game Night on change tomorrow night in Berkeley. Part of the inspiration for picking the topic of "change" was this The Oatmeal comic from Matt Inman.

In it he breaks down a fascinating psychological behavior called "the backfire effect" which explains why changing one's beliefs can be so difficult.

I hope you enjoy the article and if you're free, I'd love to see you at the game night tomorrow evening! Here's the link: https://www.facebook.com/events/1923057591300488/

Love,

Matt Porcelli

You're not going to believe what I'm about to tell you - The Oatmeal This is a comic about the backfire effect.

REFLECTION * CONNECTION * CURIOSITY

These are cornerstones of any Authentic Relationship.
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Come practice & learn how to take these practices into the relationships in your life - With a Master Facilitator of Authentic Relating & Co-Founder of Authentic World, Kendra Cunov - In this half-day mini-intensive:

Sunday July 10
11-3:30p

More information & Registration here:
http://tinyurl.com/ztrh9yu

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REFLECTION:
*How do we impact others in ways we aren't even aware of?
*Learn how to offer reflection to others in a way that creates more connection

CONNECTION:
*Explore & expand your capacity to enjoy the genuine connectin that is available in any interaction.
*Practice creating the kind of connection(s) you genuiniely want in your life.

CURIOSITY:
*Tap in to your Authentic Curiosity
*Discover how to bring your Genuine Curiosity in any situation, in service of creating deeper connection

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More information & Registration here:
http://tinyurl.com/ztrh9yu

Whoa!!!

We really did not expect The Art of Fearless Intimacy, that John Wineland & Kendra Cunov are teaching in May to sell out over 3 weeks before the event!!!

We will definitely be looking at adding another day-long up here - probably in the fall.

Please let Kendra know if you want to be notified when we do set that date :)

*beautiful photo capture by Christina Berkley

The next Authentic Relating evening will be *this* Saturday
March 19th, 4:30-7p
Sebastopol CA
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The theme is: Generous Authenticity
All the exercises will be designed to bring you into deeper intimacy with Who You Truly Are, and offer opportunities to share yourself Generously with the people around you.
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Pre-register to reserve your spot:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/authentic-relating-sebastopol-generous-authenticity-tickets-21398457362

(Although walk-in's are welcome, these events typically sell out via pre-registration...)
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What is "Authentic Relating"?

It could be said there are three types of relating:

1) Informational. Questions such as: "What do you do?" and "Where are you from?" Often important to exchange this info, but lacking real depth.

2) Personal. Questions like: "What are you passionate about?" These can be valuable questions, but may still miss the level of connection we crave.

3) Relational. Where we share our actual experience, in the moment & notice what's it actually like being with each other, in real time.

At AuthenticSF events, we focus on this third, deeper kind of relating.
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All are welcome. Bring a friend, bring your partner, or come solo! Even if you've known someone for years, these events are an excellent opportunity to connect in a new way.

These events are a safe place to take risks and play a little more outside the box in a way that allows us to discover more of ourselves than we often do in our everyday lives - all in service of creating more of what we want in ALL of our relationships - while also having a great time on an otherwise innocent Saturday afternoon.
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Kendra Cunov is a co-founder of Authentic World & has been teaching, facilitating, and (most importantly) practicing Circling & Authentic Relating for over a decade. She brings a genuine care for people, as well as an extraordinary depth of insight, in service of people becoming more whole & living deeply fulfilling lives. Kendra's training in coaching & group change work creates a dynamic & engaging style of leadership, blending uniquely with her years of practice (and upbringing) in a Buddhist monastery to inspire a profoundly clear & open approach to working with her clients.

www.KendraCunov.com

GENEROUS AUTHENTICITY

Now is the time for us to be the Permission Givers.
Now is the time to share our heart first.
Now is the time to be True to ourselves & Generous with our Love.

Friday March 11th
7-10pm
Bay Area Location

**Please Note: Every AuthenticSF Authentic Relating evening has SOLD OUT ahead of time!

You can pre-register here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/authenticsf-authentic-relating-generous-authenticity-tickets-21398193573

(image by Dharma Comics)