Authentic Relating is a practice that encourages communication and connection on a deeper level, beyond what we experience in ordinary social settings.

​Through a variety of games, we create a safe container for self-expression and experimentation. We’ll move beyond small talk and release the masks we wear in everyday life, encouraging everyone to open up as much (or as little) as they feel comfortable.

​As a relational mindfulness practice, Authentic Relating is about connecting with the body, expressing emotions, and exploring the fascinating ways we relate to each other as human beings. We do this through games, experiments, and fully engaging in the present moment.

​Of course, you really have to experience Authentic Relating to appreciate it — so come join us for a night of connection, exploration, and self-expression!

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​MEET YOUR HOSTS

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Laurel is a certified cacao practitioner, hypnotherapist, and well-being coach. Pairing cacao with therapeutic modalities, Laurel facilitates healing journeys that provide a safe space for participants to open and heal their hearts.

Matthew is a freelance writer, world travel, and lifelong learner. He discovered Authentic Relating at Burning Man in 2015, and he is passionate about building community and forging deep connections among nomads and locals in the many different countries he calls home.