This 8-week group is for people who find conversations can quickly feel like too much—where things build fast, shut down, or come out in ways that don’t match what was meant—as well as those supporting someone who communicates this way.

The focus is on staying present in conversations, especially in moments that usually turn into tension, shutdown, or conflict. You’ll learn how to notice what’s happening internally, slow things down, and respond in a way that keeps the conversation from escalating.

This space is built with real-life in mind—miscommunication, emotional build-up, feeling misunderstood, and moments where it’s hard to stay in the conversation without reacting or withdrawing.

You’ll meet weekly for 90-minute group sessions where skills are introduced, practiced, and connected to real-life situations.

Between sessions, there are structured ways to continue practicing, along with the option to check in once per week for added support and accountability.

Weekly Focus

July 18 | 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Week 1 — Stay in the Conversation
Notice when you start to check out, shut down, or prepare your response instead of staying with what’s being said.

July 25 | 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Week 2 — Listen Without Reacting
Hear what’s being said without immediately filtering it through assumptions, past experiences, or what you think is coming next.

August 1 | 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Week 3 — Catch the Story You’re Telling Yourself
Notice the meaning your mind starts to make in the moment before you react to it.

August 8 | 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Week 4 — Stay Present When It Rises
Recognize when emotions start building in your body and practice staying present without shutting down or getting pulled into it.

August 15 | 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Week 5 — Slow the Reaction
Create enough space in the moment to notice what’s happening before responding.

August 22 | 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Week 6 — Say What You Mean, Clearly
Practice putting words to what you mean without overexplaining, avoiding, or coming in stronger than intended.

August 29 | 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Week 7 — Hold Your Ground Without Escalating
Stay steady while setting limits or speaking up, without the moment turning into conflict.

September 5 | 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Week 8 — Let It Land
Bring everything together so your words are clearer, your responses feel more intentional, and conversations don’t carry the same weight.