Loving Connected Presence

Program Details

This 6-week online series teaches core principles and practices of Mindful Self-Compassion. This course blends current research with ancient wisdom traditions to evoke deeper, vital connections that enrich personal relationships with self, others and God/the Divine. Through facilitated group discussions, experiential exercises, guided meditations and home practices, we will tap into existing personal capacities to connect and care, develop positive interpersonal skills of presence, and build inner resources for love-based, sustainable well-being.

No previous experience with mindfulness or meditation is required to participate.

Participation in all six sessions is strongly encouraged.

Space is limited.

Course Fee: $149

Registration Deadline extended to 10/24/21

About the Leaders

John Kiemele

John Kiemele, PhD, is a wellbeing educator and spiritual director who companions individuals, teaches seminars and classes on spirituality, lifestyle change and deep listening/spiritual direction, leads contemplative retreats, and serves as director of The Listening Collective at Rolling Ridge. John walks alongside individuals and groups assisting them with life-giving connections, wellbeing practices, and contemplative soul care. He is Director Emeritus of a dispersed community of contemplative companions in the greater Seattle area called Selah Center, former Executive Director of SoulStream Initiatives in western Canada, and is an ordained clergy having served congregations across the US and Canada. John received his PhD in education/spirituality with post-doctoral emphases in Spiritual Direction, Mindful Self-Compassion, the Enneagram Spectrum, and Wellness Coaching.