Gentle embodied practice

Reflections in small groups:

• What did you notice yourself continuing to think about after we left?

• Where did you feel most alive—or most challenged—yesterday?

• What did yesterday illuminate about how you practice compassion?

• What would help you feel even more present or resourced today?

Guest Speaker to be announced

Walk-away lunch

Purpose: turn connection into mutual support

Each person has time to bring:

• A real compassion-related challenge they’re facing

• The group practices:

  • Deep listening

  • Reflective inquiry (not fixing)

  • Appreciative feedback

Break for networking and refreshments

Purpose: to situate our personal work inside a larger movement

World Café-style conversations:

• What does the compassion movement need right now?

• What are we avoiding talking about?

• Where does peer support matter most?

Purpose: extend relationships beyond the event

• Explicitly discuss:

  • How do we want to stay connected?

  • What support do we need?

  • What commitments are realistic?

• Gratitude and acknowledgments

• Naming what people are taking forward

• Clear next steps (email follow-up, shared space, etc.)

1. Do I need prior experience with compassion in order to attend? This gathering is designed for participants who already have some familiarity with the concepts and language of compassion. While you do not need formal professional experience teaching or leading compassion work, we do expect that you come with a basic grounding—whether through prior study, training, coursework, or an ongoing mindfulness or compassion practice. This shared foundation allows us to move quickly into deeper conversation, connection, and application together.

This gathering may be a good fit if you:

• Have been exposed to compassion through study, training, coursework, or an ongoing mindfulness or compassion practice

• Work in healthcare, education, leadership, organizational life, or a related field and are curious about how compassion shows up (and breaks down) in real systems

• Value thoughtful conversation, reflective practice, and learning from peers as much as from speakers

• Are interested in forming peer relationships that can extend beyond the two days together

• Are open to slowing down, listening deeply, and engaging with complexity rather than quick solutions

2. Is this event in person or virtual? This event is in-person only. We’re tired of meeting online and we’re hoping you are, too.

3. How do I register for this event? You can register for this event at www.workinghearter.com.

4. Is there an early registration discount? Tickets are $350 if you register by January 31st. After that they go up to $400.

5. Will sessions be recorded or shared afterward? No, we’re really trying to encourage you to attend in person so we can meet you face-to-face.

6. Is the venue physically accessible? Yes, there is an elevator and accessible bathrooms. If you have specific accessibility needs, please email Dr. Nancy Goldman, one of the producers of this event, at Nancy@WorkingHearter.com

7. What is the cancellation or refund policy? Because this is a small, relational gathering, each registration represents a real seat in the room. At the same time, we know life happens—especially for people working in care-giving and leadership roles.

Our cancellation policy is designed to honor both realities.

• Full refund for cancellations made 30 or more days before the event

• 50% refund for cancellations made 14–29 days before the event

• No refunds for cancellations made within 13 days of the event

Transfers & Exceptions

• You may transfer your registration to another person at no additional cost up to 7 days before the event.

• If a medical, family, or professional emergency arises, please reach out. While we can’t guarantee refunds close to the event, we are committed to responding with care and fairness whenever possible.

If you have questions about this policy or need to discuss a specific situation, please contact us at Nancy@WorkingHearter.com.

8. Who can I contact if I have questions? Email questions to Dr. Nancy Goldman, one of the producers of this event, at Nancy@WorkingHearter.com