Relational Presence Circles
A practice of deep, mindful communication and presence with ourselves and each other.
What's here now... in me, in you, between us?
‣ If you’re interested in deepening your emotional awareness and understanding of your own feelings…
‣ If you want to explore how you relate to others in real-time and grow in your ability to connect authentically…
‣ If you’re open to sharing your feelings, thoughts, and vulnerabilities in a safe, non-judgmental space…
‣ If you value in exploring the dynamics between people, rather than just focusing on solving problems or offering advice…
Relational Presence Circles are for you!
Join us on 1st & 3rd Mondays!
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Relational Presence Circle is a practice that’s all about deepening connection with others by really being present and attuned to what’s going on between people in the moment.
It’s a group of people coming together with the intention to explore their experience of each other’s thoughts, feelings, and reactions as they happen, without trying to fix/change anything or control the direction of the conversation.
Come create connection, foster understanding, and grow emotionally (both individually and within a community).
Benefits of regularly attending Relational Presence Circles:​
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Deepen Your Emotional Awareness: This helps you tune into and understand your own feelings as well as the emotions of others.
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Improve Your Communication Skills: Encourages active listening, honest expression, and reflective communication.
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Enhance Empathy: Promotes a deep sense of empathy by encouraging you to step into others' emotional experiences.
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Build Vulnerability and Trust: Creates a safe space where participants can share authentically and build trust in the group.
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Foster Present-Moment Awareness: Encourages staying in the present moment, which increases mindfulness and awareness in relationships.
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Reduce the Need to “Fix” Others: Focuses on being with people’s experiences rather than offering solutions or advice, which can lead to more meaningful support.
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Strengthen Interpersonal Connections: Helps you build deeper, more meaningful connections through authentic dialogue.
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Promote Non-Judgmental Acceptance: Cultivates a space where you can be seen and heard without judgment or criticism.
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Increase Self-Awareness: By reflecting on how others perceive you and noticing your own reactions, you gain more insight into your own behavior and emotions.
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Grow Your Authenticity: Helps you be more real with yourself and others by removing social masks and allowing for open, honest expression.​
Event Details
Space is limited. Reserve your spot today!
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When:
Every 1st & 3rd Monday 7:30-9pm ​​​​
​​For your first circle with us, we ask that you first join an intro session on 3rd Mondays (followed by a regular circle) 6:45-9pm​​
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Note: You will need to arrive on time to participate.
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Where:
Private residence in the Overbrook/Wynnewood Area (Address provided upon registration)
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Ample free street parking
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Walking distance from Septa Regional Rail (Paoli/Thorndale Line) & 10 Trolley
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Note: There is a very friendly dog & cat in the home.
Investment:​
$30 - Circle ($15 additional when you attend our intro session)
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Join the community & save $10 - Intend on coming regularly? Get a membership for $50/month and come to 1st & 3rd Monday circles.
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If finances are preventing you from joining us, a partial scholarship may be available.
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If you have any active cold/flu symptoms or if you were in close/extended contact with someone is sick in the last week before the circle, please stay home.
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Experienced Folks:
These Circles Are Led By
Rachel Whitworth was trained to facilitate Relational Inquiry (then known as "Circling") by The Connection Institute in Boston, MA in 2019. She also offers 1:1 Relational Mentoring and regularly leads Authentic Connection workshops and Women's Heart Circles.
Read More About Rachel
Ben Seidman trained with Transformational Connection (then known as Circling Europe) and led intro, fundamentals, focus, and flow circles with Relatefulness (then known as Austin Circling Studio). He now facilitates regularly in Philadelphia.
His approach is shaped by his background in teaching music and theater, his experience as an actor, and his studies in yoga, meditation, qi gong, and various therapeutic modalities. Ben is passionate about illuminating our shared experiences and exploring what it's like to be human (moment by moment).
“Vulnerability is not winning or losing; it's having the courage to show up and be seen when we have no control over the outcome. Vulnerability is not weakness; it's our greatest measure of courage.” - Brene Brown
“To be nobody-but-yourself in a world which is doing its best, night and day, to make you everybody else — means to fight the hardest battle which any human being can fight; and never stop fighting.” - EE Cummings
“The privilege of a lifetime is to become who you truly are” - Carl Jung