Day 2
Welcome to day two. We have more informative video seminars for you to watch before we all meet. Find them here.
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To enable a prompt 9:30 am start, please arrive 10 minutes early at the Proud Trust - venue directions will be sent by text
Intentions
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Critique relationship hierarch, noticing power and rank
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Learn the FREEDOM Model, our attuned practice guidelines and how to hold an O&P lens
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Watch and discuss Uri Ayalon talk about intentional free love community (Tamera)
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Practice roleplays in small groups to develop O&P awareness
Timetable
9.30 - 10.15
Check-in
Group reconnection
10.15 - 11.00
Critiquing Relationship Hierarchy
Reflecting on couple privilege, elevation of romantic over sexual
Considering sex without love, platonic romance, chosen family and friendship
11.00 - 11.15
Break
11.15 - 12.00
Minority Stress Model
Considering Relationship Level Minority Stress
Impact of intersectional minority stress on diverse relationships
12.00 - 13.00
Developing an O&P (Open & Polyamorous) Lens
Understanding an O&P lens with reference to Alex & Niki’s:
FREEDOM Model
Attuned Practice Guidelines
13.00 - 14.00
Lunch
14.00 – 14.45
Guest Speaker Video – Uri Ayalon
We will discuss the Tamera Community and Uri’s work on the teachings and practice around politics, ecology, love and sexuality
14.45 - 15.00
Break
15.00 - 16.00
Practice session
Working with an individual client in a polycules (considering intersectionality, jealousy and compersion and stages 1-4)
16.00 - 16.30
Check Out
Final reflections on the day