Flourishing Beyond Shame

Agenda | Objectives | Options | Cost | Requirements | Resources

“Shame on you” is something many of us heard growing up, when we did something our parent, grandparent, family elder, religious leader, or teacher felt was inappropriate. This early programming of shame as social control helps to spread the continuation of patriarchy and gender conformity. Our heteronormative society utilizes shame as a tool of oppression that can have a profound effect on how we navigate through the world as sexual beings.

Flourishing Beyond Shame is an engaging and interactive workshop where we will examine and discuss the influences of shame upon gender, gender identity, and sexuality. Through conversation and engaging multimedia, Daniel will help us examine how shame can hinder us from fully embracing our sexuality and gender expression. Participants will be invited to define, explore, and continue their work to leave shame behind. This queer-focused workshop is intended for all types of people, regardless of sexuality, gender expression, or religious inclination.

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Typical Agenda:

  • Welcome
    • Workshop Objectives
    • Workshop Boundaries
    • ‘Gender Role Boxes’ Ice Breaker
    • What is Shame?
    • Shame Surrounding:
      • Gender Identity
      • Sexual Identity
      • Owning Your Shame
      • Conclusion
      • Questions, Comments or Final Thoughts

Workshop Objectives:

  • Participants should gain an understanding of ‘genuine’ and ‘false’ shame.
  • Participants should gain an understanding of the influences of ‘false’ shame upon:
    • Gender and Gender Identity
    • Sexuality and Sexual Identity
  • Participants should be able to reflect on their personal understanding of how shame can be a hindrance to living a flourishing life.
  • Participants should begin to understand how unpacking their own false shame can lead them to a flourishing life.

Workshop Options:

  • One Day: 6-7 hours (Typically a Saturday)
  • Two Days: (Typically two consecutive Saturdays)
    • 1st Day: 3 to 4 hours
    • 2nd Day: 3 to 4 hours
  • 4-Part Series: (Typically four weeks in a row)
    • Each session ~2 hours long
  • 90-minute Condensed Version: Typically for conferences and/or part of larger retreats

Cost:

Please contact Daniel by email to discuss rates/costs, to schedule a class/workshop or if you have additional questions.

Workshop Requirements:

  • Laptop projector and screen
  • White board or poster board easel
  • Refreshments and food – provided by hosting organization (Dependent upon type of workshop option selected)
  • A space that is free of outside foot traffic to ensure a confidential environment for participants
  • Table and chairs to accommodate all of the participants, set up on a semi-circle facing towards the projection screen

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