Cultivating Conscious Connections

These video sessions take place with my real-life partners as we talk through the changes, desires, goals and  more in our relationships, using the CCC workbook. Use these video as a references to get started in your own life.  These videos are not rehearsed, and created to show you how I use these resources in my own life. I'm grateful to my partners for their support in creating these videos and sharing their experiences openingly and vulnerably. 

The Conscious Connections workbook is a comprehensive guide to understanding and cultivating relationships across multiple dimensions of intimacy. It covers emotional, physical, sexual, social, creative, and intellectual intimacy, with a unique section on metaphysical intimacy. The workbook provides a flexible framework for creating custom relationships that don't assume monogamy or non-monogamy as a default. It helps users explore communication styles, relationship goals, and boundaries for various types of connections - from friendships and work relationships to romantic partnerships. Designed to support people who may not have learned healthy communication skills, the workbook allows individuals to consciously design and maintain relationships like tending to different gardens, with each connection requiring unique care and attention. It's rooted in Trish's personal research, spiritual insights, and experiences in healing trauma and building conscious connections.

The key components include:

1. Defining relationship types and expectations
2. Setting clear boundaries and agreements
3. Exploring different levels of intimacy (emotional, physical, sexual, companionship)
4. Reflecting on personal growth and shared goals
5. Navigating changes in relationship dynamics
6. Encouraging intentional communication

The framework is based on research from sources like the Gottman Institute, poly-related books, therapy approaches, trauma-informed research, and personal experiences with non-monogamous and evolving relationships. It's meant to help people understand their relationships better, communicate more effectively, and create more intentional connections with others.