How do we make choices and cultivate relationships that end in joy and honor rather than shame and regret?
Join us for a deep dive weekend to help girls navigate the complex landscape of being teen in these times.
} Real Talk Summer Retreat 2018 }
for teens 8th-12th grade
July 28th + 29th
2 Daylong Workshops back-to-back
SATURDAY 10:30-5:30pm
SUNDAY 10:30-3:30pm
Hosted at a beautiful private home in the hills of Berkeley, CA
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As youth make choices that will affect the rest of their lives, what support are we offering them?
Our “Real Talk” curriculum creates a safe space to share honest conversation,
make meaningful connections, learn relevant skills and information, and have fun!
Retreat Includes:
- 2 awesome facilitators & sweet group of teen peers
- Large group, smaller group & paired connection time + a little solo nature time
- Real Talk topics: relationships, belonging, friendships, gender, media, drugs, sex & sexuality, joy, choice, communication
- gorgeous garden retreat setting at private home in Berkeley Hills
- Potluck lunch each day (snacks provided)
Cost:
$250 for the full weekend
$200 "Register Together" Discount
(please inquire for additional scholarships - no one turned away for lack of funds)
Open to all girls or female-assigned youth in or starting high school Fall 2018.
This is an inclusive space - all sexual orientations welcome!
Girls will bring their lunch for each day, and a snack to share. We will provide additional snacks both days.
We request you sign up for the whole weekend, but will consider applications for those only able to attend part.
Please ask about financial assistance - we try our best to include everyone wanting to join.
} PLEASE FILL OUT THE FORM BELOW TO REGISTER }
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Retreat Details
Our Real Talk Teen Retreat offers practical wisdom to help girls cultivate meaningful relationships, practice authentic self expression, and make choices that truly serve them. Our Real Talk curriculum offers valuable information to help girls navigate the complexity of being a teen in these times, as well as decision making tools and space to practice and learn. The weekend includes opportunities to connect with skilled mentors, other girls, and nature, through guided conversations in circle, small group and paired activities, and solo time. We hope you'll join us!
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REAL TALK is for teens interested in engaging in a REAL way about...
- RELATIONSHIPS
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- COMMUNICATION
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Check out our Real Talk Curriculum for more details.
Some Questions We Often Explore...
- How do I cultivate friendships and intimate relationships that are meaningful and supportive?
- How do we have experiences that end in joy without regret?
- How are we influenced by cultural forces of sex, gender, and media?
- What's the connection between how I treat myself and how others treat me?
- What does it really feel like to state my needs? How do I know what I want?
- Who am I behind all the masks, really?
- How do we cultivate intuition and learn to follow our instincts?
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In their own words...
"Thank you so much for this weekend. I met so many different girls with the same problems as me. It's just good to know I'm not the only one dealing with these problems." - K.S. "I really appreciated having the time to reflect on such a faceted subject, especially the solitary time. Also, it was such a gorgeous setting! But more importantly, I feel more secure in knowing what I want in a relationship, and the kind of guy who I want that relationship to be with. Asking for what I want is still difficult, but I think that's something that takes time to learn. Thank you so much for creating this space for me, my friends, and other girls - I hope as many girls as possible get to have this experience!" - K.W. "I learned a lot about our culture and how to deal with that, being a woman in today's society. Thank you so much for creating this experience. I don't normally get to talk about things like this, so it was amazing to be able to talk openly and not feel judged. I met new girls (who are all amazing) and because of what you've created I got to hear and learn about other young girls' perspectives and experiences of all sorts. Thank you for that. I've taken away a lot of important things to remember that will help me in the future, and through the rest of my life." - G.W. More praise... |
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To complete payment, and fully reserve your place at the retreat, please use the PayPal buttons below, or let us know you will be paying by cash or check the weekend of the retreat in the form above.
To complete payment, and fully reserve your place at the retreat, please use the PayPal buttons below, or let us know you will be paying by cash or check the weekend of the retreat in the form above.
What Is The “Pay It Forward” Payment Option?
We believe that all teens should have access to these important conversations, including those for whom our rates are a financial barrier. In order to do that, we offer scholarships to as many teens as possible. Please consider making a difference in a teen’s life through our “Pay It Forward Donation” option, which includes gifting an additional amount towards a scholarship to another teen.
We believe that all teens should have access to these important conversations, including those for whom our rates are a financial barrier. In order to do that, we offer scholarships to as many teens as possible. Please consider making a difference in a teen’s life through our “Pay It Forward Donation” option, which includes gifting an additional amount towards a scholarship to another teen.
Cancellation Policy for this Retreat:
- Cancel by June 15th > full refund.
- Cancel by July 1st > half amount refunded.
- Cancel July 15th or after > half amount credited to future event with Love Your Nature.
- Day-of cancellation > no refunds.
