Since falling in love may come naturally, sustaining love is a different skill altogether. This workshop is devoted to the art and discipline of keeping love alive, beginning with a simple but powerful practice: learning to appreciate your partner so specifically and so often that they feel fully seen and deeply loved.
From there, you will explore how to receive your partner’s criticism without becoming defensive. The goal is to replace the familiar sense of “walking on eggshells” with a new emotional framework, where criticism can be experienced as an invitation to greater closeness rather than a threat. In turn, this helps your partner feel safer expressing concerns honestly.
Designed as an evolution beyond active listening, this approach goes further than helping the speaker feel heard. It also teaches the listener how to respond in a way that supports emotional safety on both sides. After all, when the person receiving criticism does not feel safe, the person sharing the concern cannot feel safe either.
You will learn a series of practices that can be brought into everyday life:
To support your practice after the workshop, free ongoing group follow-up calls are offered to help resolve obstacles along the way. If you would like to revisit the insights and exercises later, there is also an option to purchase the Zoom and book version of the course.
This workshop is open to couples of all genders and sexual orientations. Developed over the past 30 years, it is also used by many health professionals in their work with clients and patients.
Recommended Resources: Role Mate to Soul Mate by Warren Farrell (BenBella: July 2024); additional video content on warrenfarrell.com.
Learn more about the requirements to receive continuing education credit.
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.
With more than 30 years of experience coaching couples and psychologists in relationship communication, Warren Farrell, PhD, brings a depth of insight shaped by decades of practice. Recognized by the Financial Times as one of the world’s top 100 thought leaders, he is widely known for helping people better understand the dynamics that shape lasting connection. His popular course served as...
Read more
Price
$1,896.00
Fri, Oct 2 – Mon, Oct 5