The heart does not have to close in order to define a limit. Fierce Compassion refers to a way of setting boundaries clearly and skillfully while, at the same time, maintaining a sense of connection and authenticity. 

In this course, we cultivate ways to simultaneously maintain a strong backbone and an open heart through mutual respect, deep listening, and compassionate communication. We develop the capacity for authentically relating as we engage in guided meditation, practical skill-building, mindful discussion, and experiential practices.

Sometimes we say “Yes” when we really want to say “No” because we think that saying no might be selfish or mean. But, here’s the thing … In order for folks to trust our “Yes” it’s essential that they trust we’ll say “No” when that’s what’s true. Far from being selfish, setting boundaries skillfully is an essential part of creating and cultivating healthy relationships. 

Setting boundaries skillfully is:

• An act of compassion for oneself, another person, and the relationship;

• An essential aspect of Spiritual Activism;

• A path to cultivating deeper intimacy and creativity in relationship;

• A way of turning conflicts into connection through increased understanding and positive regard.

In this 4-week course, we explore cultivating a healthy relationship with boundaries in service of enhancing respect, connection and the greater good.

Teacher: Marianne Rowe
Tuesdays, July 5, 12, 19, 22
5:30-7:00 pm Pacific
$148

This course meets online via Zoom, with additional components on our online community platform. When you register, we’ll send you the details to access the session on Zoom.

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Marianne B. Rowe, MS, is a Founding Teacher of Monterey Bay Meditation Studio, ANFT-Certified Nature and Forest Therapy Guide, Eco-therapist, CA Certified Naturalist, Facilitator of Mindful Relating Practice, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Through her guiding, teaching, facilitating, and private psychotherapy practice, Marianne cultivates healing, transformation and evolution through awareness and connection. Her professional and personal life focuses on integrating the physiological, cognitive, emotional, relational and spiritual aspects of being. www.mariannerowe.net

This course is part of the Relationships and Self-Discovery MBMS Pathways.

This event meets online via Zoom, with additional components on our online community platform. After you register, we’ll send you the access details.

Having a space that is quiet and where you are not likely to be interrupted will contribute to a more beneficial experience for yourself and all participants. Co-creating a container of respect and presence for this conversation will enhance the benefits of this experience for each and all of us.

For this offering:

• We recommend that, if possible, you view this event on a PC or laptop so that you have access to Gallery view and can see all the participants.

• We also encourage you to keep your video on so that a sense of community and engagement is cultivated.

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