Conflict is no longer something happening “out there.” It shows up in our conversations, our communities, and often within ourselves, shaping what feels possible and what feels stuck. In a moment of rapid change and growing division, many people find themselves caught in stories that harden perspectives, narrow imagination, and reduce our ability to respond. Learning to negotiate change and transform conflict is essential to both surviving and thriving now.
In this workshop, we will explore a different way of meeting conflict — one rooted in curiosity. We will listen for the narratives that shape experience and engage imagination as a force for transformation, considering how conflict can be approached not only as a story we tell, but as a waking dream. In this integrated process, narration and dream work come together to reveal how meaning is created, how it can shift, and how new pathways can open when we loosen our attachment to a single way of seeing.
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Together, these practices foster a spacious and creative relationship to conflict that can be lived and applied across many areas of life. At the intersection of spirit and praxis, this workshop takes a dignity-centered approach and combines lectures with experiential group work, offering concrete tools for personal and professional use.
Recommended reading: Transformative Negotiation: Strategies for Everyday Change and Equitable Futures by Sarah Federman
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Designed for shared stays, this room type accommodates four to six guests in a welcoming, gender-inclusive setting, with a maximum stay of seven consecutive days. It’s a practical choice for retreat participants who value comfort, simplicity, and a sense of community during their time away.
Each bunk room includes twin-size bunk beds and a private bathroom with a shower, offering the privacy and convenience guests need throughout their stay. Fresh towels, bath soap, and bed linens are provided, so you can settle in with ease and focus on your experience rather than the details.
With its straightforward layout and thoughtfully provided essentials, this accommodation supports a restful and uncomplicated stay, making it well suited for those looking to share space while still enjoying comfort and functionality.
Ideal for guests who want a more social stay without the atmosphere of a dorm, this cozy shared room offers a comfortable and practical setup for up to three people of the same gender. The space is arranged with three beds: two on the main floor and one tucked into a sleeping loft, creating a simple, welcoming environment that still feels private and restful.
Each room includes an in-room bathroom with a shower, making daily routines easy and convenient. To help you settle in with ease, towels, bath soap, and bed linens are all provided. Whether you are traveling for a retreat, a wellness stay, or a peaceful getaway with others, this room offers a warm balance of connection, comfort, and simplicity.
Designed for guests seeking a little extra privacy, this inviting room offers a peaceful place to unwind within the charming, Big Sur-inspired motel atmosphere of the property. Thoughtfully located for convenience, it overlooks the main campus and garden, giving you a calming view to return to throughout your stay.
Inside, you’ll find a private bathroom and a comfortable setting that supports rest, simplicity, and easy access to the wider retreat experience. It’s an ideal choice for solo travelers or couples looking for a quiet, well-situated space to recharge between wellness activities, meals, and moments of relaxation.
If you’d like to share the room, one additional guest may join for an extra $250 per night.
Settle into a relaxed stay surrounded by the charming motel-inspired atmosphere of Big Sur. This Standard Two Double Beds room offers a comfortable, unfussy space designed for easy rest and shared travel. With two double beds and a private bathroom, it is a practical choice for friends, couples, or family members looking to enjoy time together while still having room to unwind.
The room’s simple, welcoming feel makes it easy to slow down after a day of exploring, reconnecting, or simply enjoying a peaceful break. Whether you are traveling for a quiet getaway or a shared adventure, this space provides the comfort and privacy you need for a restful stay.
Aimee Breslow is an Affiliated Scholar at the Kroc Institute for Peace and Justice and a Certified Dreamwork Facilitator with the Marin Institute for Projective Dreamwork. Her work bridges the worlds of politics, psychology, and spirit, with a focus on conflict transformation and the deeper meaning held within our inner lives. Drawing on both academic insight and facilitation experience, she offers...
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Join a thought-provoking workshop led by Sarah Federman, Associate Professor of Conflict Resolution at the Kroc School of Peace Studies, University of San Diego. Drawing from her award-winning book Transformative Negotiation: Strategies for Everyday Change and Equitable Futures, this session invites participants to explore new ways of approaching conflict, communication, and meaningful change. Recognized by Forbes as one of the 10...
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Fri, Nov 6 – Sun, Nov 8