
This group is designed to offer a nurturing and inclusive space where you can openly discuss your experiences with being single, dating, and the associated emotions.
Our goal is to cultivate a sense of community, assist you in navigating the dating landscape, and alleviate feelings of isolation. The group will utilize psychoeducational and experiential activities to help participants manifest their desired relationships. Group members can share successful and arduous dating experiences while receiving the encouragement and support needed to feel empowered and confident throughout this journey. Additionally, broadening your social circle is an excellent way to cast your net wider, and you never know someone in the group might know someone perfect just for you!
Topics:
Introduction and Icebreakers: Begin with introductions and icebreaker activities to help participants get to know each other and feel comfortable sharing in the group.
Exploring Self-Identity: Discussing and exploring individual identities beyond relationship status, including personal values, interests, and goals.
Understanding Relationship Patterns: Reflecting on past relationship experiences and identifying patterns or themes that may impact current dating experiences.
Effective Communication Skills: Learning and practicing effective communication strategies for expressing needs, setting boundaries, and navigating relationship dynamics.
Building Self-Confidence and Self-Esteem: Exploring ways to boost self-confidence and self-esteem, including positive affirmations, self-care practices, and celebrating personal achievements.
Navigating Online Dating: Tips and strategies for navigating online dating platforms, creating a compelling profile, and engaging in meaningful conversations.
Setting Healthy Relationship Standards: Discussing and setting healthy relationship standards, boundaries, and deal-breakers.
Manifesting Deep Desires: Learn the art of The Law of Attraction.
Managing Expectations and Rejection: Exploring how to manage expectations and cope with rejection or disappointment in the dating process.
Exploring Intimacy and Vulnerability: This session will discuss the importance of intimacy and vulnerability in relationships and explore ways to cultivate deeper connections.
Coping with Loneliness and Isolation: This session will discuss coping strategies for dealing with feelings of loneliness and isolation, including building a support network and engaging in fulfilling activities.
Exploring Attachment Styles: Understanding different attachment styles and how they influence relationship dynamics and behaviours.
Mindfulness and Self-Compassion Practices: Introducing mindfulness and self-compassion practices to cultivate present-moment awareness and self-kindness.
Dating Red Flags and Safety: This session will identify common dating red flags and discuss safety measures for dating both online and offline.
Exploring Alternative Relationship Models: Discuss alternative relationship models, such as polyamory or solo polyamory, and explore whether they resonate with participants.
Celebrating Independence and Growth: Celebrating personal growth, achievements, and milestones achieved independently of romantic relationships.