Journey down through mind, heart, guts, and sex to embodied intimacy. Then the journey begins: “How do I bring this into every corner of my life?” Not for the faint of heart.
Wednesdays 3-5pm Eastern US: October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 & November 6 on Zoom
Over the course of six weeks we will explore the realms of relational intimacy. This is the first time Sofia-Jeanne is offering these group practices outside of a retreat setting; you are deeply encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity! This is an invitation to explore depths of experience that can be difficult to reach, sustain, and integrate without a supportive holding environment.
The curriculum also contains practices Sofia-Jeanne has never before offered, even during retreats. You will dive deeply into their own relationship with intimacy, cultivating a nearness to your own sensitivity and excitement, and learn how to cultivate that level of intimacy in the presence and company of others. You will be invited to take the seeds of what you learn and plant them in your life, in the seedbeds of your relationships, as you learn what it takes to tend the fertile soil of intimacy.
Intimacy extends to all areas of life. You can be intimate in emotional, psychological, verbal, sexual, sensual, and energetic ways – sometimes, all at once. Some may wish to tend a specific domain of intimacy, while others may tend the breadth of their intimacy. Intimacy, writ large, is a willingness to express and be remain present with the many layers of experience that arise in relationship.
This intensive consists of weekly 2-hour sessions of guided practice and discussion. Intensive participants also gain access to two weekly groups in October, Mapping and Kintsugi (a $150 value). In addition, each participant is invited to an hour-long 1:1 with Sofia-Jeanne (a $200 value) at a time of their choosing during October or November.
In realms such as these, practicing online can be a huge boon. Where else can you simply turn off your camera to give yourself a nice breather when things get too hot? And conversely, it invites a translation of common moves that may invite intimacy, but tend to be easily accessible, like touch. If you can touch and be touched, deeply and intimately, through zoom, it’ll be even easier to do so in physical reality where you get to make use of touch, nonverbal cues, and body language, even more.
Sessions
October 2: Opening Circle
October 9: Initiatory Practices: Developing the Foundation
October 16: Experimental Intimacy: Discovering What Works
October 23: Full-On, Full-Out: Going All In
October 30: Integrating Intimacy Into The Rest of Your Life
November 6: Closing Circle
Pricing
Reserve your spot with full payment on venmo @sofiajeannecaring or paypal via sofiajeannecaring@gmail.com. Early bird perk: reserve your spot by September 15th and you’ll get a bonus hour-long 1:1 session with Sofia-Jeanne!
This course is offered on a sliding scale of $500-$1000. This includes access to two weekly groups during the month of October (a $100 value) and an hour-long 1:1 with Sofia-Jeanne (a $200 value). If you register by September 15th, you’ll get an extra hour-long 1:1 session with Sofia-Jeanne. In case you’re not doing the math… That’s $500 worth of training resources, without even counting the course content, which is going to be incredible.
If, having completed the full course (attended all six structured sessions, at least three practice sessions, and participated in one 1:1), you feel that you have not explored new territories of intimacy and you are unsatisfied with the experience, you may request a full refund within 7 days of completing the program.
Sliding Scale Explainer
The sliding scale is meant to provide accessible means for individuals who may, for a variety of reasons, experience vast differences in income. Payment can also be used as a practice. We often value that which we pay more for, and you may choose an amount that feels both scary and exciting as a commitment to this practice.
Discounted scholarship spots are available for those who would otherwise not be able to afford this training. To apply for a discounted scholarship spot, fill out the interest form here, and in the final question indicate the amount you would be able to contribute to this training.
❔ FAQ
Can I stay over?
This is an online event. So, no. But I love the ambition, and I do plan to lead more multi-day in-person events in the future!
How much does this cost?
This event is offered on a $500-$1000 sliding scale. See the pricing section for more information.
How intense is this going to be?
The intensity will depend on your experience with similar practices in which tender and new emotions may arise, and your ability to tolerate your own emotional experience. However, most exercises can be engaged with on a titration scale, so that you can make it more or less intense as you choose by turning off your video or taking some time to breathe, as you wish.
Additionally, if there is anything you would like to opt out for, for any reason, you are always welcome to skip a given exercise. Your agency and sovereignty is welcome!
Am I going to have to take my clothes off?
Nope. We’ll be exploring the felt sense of intimacy more than the physical act of disrobing. You’ll have the option to explore varying states of undress if you would like, although I will have participants keep their camera above chest level.