What the heck is a
virtual talk group?
It begins with our shared humanity. The undeniable, inextricable ties that connect us regardless of so many differences.
A virtual talk group is a non-therapy* opportunity to explore what’s real + honest for each of us in the moment, knowing that we’re collectively interested in exploring our relationships to work and career and all the ways that they impact our lives, minds, emotions, etc. Together we dial up our curiosity and listen deeply to explore ways to be present for each other through emotional connection. In other words, we show up with intention and mindfully keep it real.
*This group is not for assessment, diagnosis, psychotherapy, supervision, or continuing education. Ask Erik if you have questions about the limits and roles.
SCREENING FORM
Interested in being a Founding Member?
Click through to fill out the screener for
Saturday morning group.
DIVING IN, BUILDING COMMUNITY
You Are Not Your Job: Exploring our Relationship to Work & Career.
8-Weeks
A virtual talk group that invites participants to get real and honest, explore themes around work-life harmony (and the absence of it) that emerge within the group and empower each other through the collective wisdom of our experiences.
A more detailed overview of the format will be provided for those interested who complete the screener form and appear to be a potential fit for the group.
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Opening
Check-in
Deep Dive
Discussion
Closing
75-minutes
Weekly, 75-minute sessions offer a welcoming, structured and flexible space for professionals to pause, reflect, be curious and share. Our goal is emotional connection.
There’s many reasons to join a virtual talk group. Check out a few ideas below to see if any examples resonate with you.
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Connect with like-minded individuals with various backgrounds, careers, jobs and lived experiences to explore the role that work plays in their lives⸺the ups and the downs⸺and reflect on their relationship to work.
When we examine our relationship to earning a living, we open the door to how we relate to ourselves, our communities and our broader sense of purpose.
Gain insight from the individual and collective wisdom of the group.
Share your unique perspective and history of work.
Support fellow members with your unique gifts and strengths.
Expand your listening, communication and empathy skills as you hold space for the experiences of others.
Develop a compassionate appreciation for your path and relationship to working in our society.
Experience a dedicated and supportive opportunity to share your weekly challenges and celebrations and be open to the unexpected that can unfold in a group setting.
Remember who you are and that the necessity to earn a living is just one part of your story, and your legacy.
8-Members Max
More than eight members results in less time for connection in each session. Once the each talk group sessions begins, we don’t force or hold any rigid expectations. We ride the wave and explore what comes up with compassion for ourselves and the other members.
Groups are dynamic and the nuance of what unfolds are attributed to so many factors. Below are some topics that could arise based on the general theme of our relationship to work.
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Navigating difficult workplace conversations or relationships.
The challenges of changing jobs and/or careers.
Work-Life balance. What is possible?
Building resiliency and coping skills for dealing with career-related anxiety while sustaining motivation.
Exploring the feelings that arise relating to our work.
Defining success and comparing to others.
Scarcity VS abundance
Work and career as opportunities for growth, change and transformation.