“ We believe ourselves to be that which has been projected upon us through the words and actions of those around us in childhood.” Virginia Satir
Why are these words so important? When an individual has been shamed in childhood and then again in significant adult relationships it can affect their “self-picture”. This in turn affects the way they establish and maintain other relationships. When we have been shamed we spend a great deal of energy trying to hide that negative image from others to the point that we begin to forget who we really are. The fear of being seen can interfere with being vulnerable in adult relationships and this can interfere with building a healthy relationship bridge.
What the Class Is
This ten week class is designed to create a safe space for participants to explore the underlying foundation of healthy self-esteem; that you are whole, worthwhile, and adequate as part of your birthright and that a sense of competency is learned but also subject to compromise when those around you throughout your life do not support and encourage your strengths. Along with that you will be able to answer the following questions:
- What is healthy self-esteem?
- What is the difference between self-esteem, self-image and ideal self?
- What are all the positive and negative feelings and how can I use them to learn more about myself and others as well as to get my needs met?
- What does it mean to live consciously-to live mindfully?
- What does it mean to build inner security?
- What does it mean to move from feeling powerless to a place of inner strength?
- What are my personal rights as a human being?
- What is the difference between healthy, rigid and loose boundaries?
- What part of life is my responsibility and what do I need to let go of?
- How are all of these concepts related to my ability to form and maintain intimate relationships?
Over the course of ten weeks, Margaret will help you find the answers to these and many more questions about self-esteem and relationships. She weaves together lecture, discussion and activities to help increase your understanding of the interaction between self-esteem, personal identity and intimacy. By the end of the class you will acquire practical tools for making improvements in your personal relationships with friends, family, partners, children, and colleagues.
What the Class Is Not
- Psychotherapy; you would benefit from bringing the insights gained from this class into your individual sessions with your personal therapist.
- A dating service. In fact, unless you are currently in a relationship you would benefit from refraining from dating until you have finished the class.
Class Fees
The cost of this class is $450.00. The required book and study guide, 1 hour of free personal coaching by telephone and 25 hours of class time is included in the fee. Advanced registration is required for this class and drop-in attendance is not allowed due to limited seating space. If you’re registering less than 7 days prior to the first night of class, please contact Margaret first to make sure there is room still open in the class.
Cancellations received at least ten days prior to the start date of the class are refundable, minus, a $50.00 administrative charge per registrant. There is no refund for cancellations received later than that; however, a credit will be issued toward a future class. A full refund will be issued to any participant who has registered to attend a class that needs to be cancelled.
You may pay by credit card/PayPal or by check (download a brochure with a registration form to send in with your check).
Limited partial scholarships are available for this class but you must speak with Margaret in advance to apply for a scholarship.
Please make checks payable to Margaret Lambert and mail to Puffins Presentations, LLC at P.O. Box 704, Sun Prairie, WI 53590.
Class Start Dates
Winter: Wednesday, January 18, 2024
Spring: Wednesday, April 19, 2024
Summer: Wednesday, June 11, 2024
Fall: Wednesday, October 9, 2024 ( no class the night before Thanksgiving)
Location
This class is held at Sonas Behavioral Health, 6402 Odana Road, Madison, WI 53719.
