Authentic Confidence
with Larissa Hill
Mindful Dating Essentials
Where Emotional Intelligence Meets Authentic Connection
Transform your relationships, elevate your emotional intelligence, and connect deeply—with yourself and others—through an experiential program rooted in the Gottman Institute’s Lessons in Love curriculum and enhanced by evidence-based emotional intelligence practices.
Even if you're not currently in a relationship, you can still learn the skills that make them last.
The Mindful Dating Essentials workshop series for singles draws from over 40 years of relationship research by Dr. John Gottman. Rooted in the "Lessons in Love: The Gottman Seven Principles for Singles" curriculum, this experience gives individuals the tools to better understand themselves, recognize red and green flags in others, and develop the emotional intelligence and communication skills that form the foundation of healthy romantic relationships.
Learn the Key Principles to Build a Lasting and Fulfilling Relationship!
This co-ed workshop series is based on The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work by Dr. John Gottman — adapted specifically for single individuals.
Whether you’ve never had a long-term relationship or you're recovering from one, you’ll walk away with:
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A deeper understanding of what creates a lasting connection
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Tools to identify your relationship patterns and values
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Communication skills that support healthy emotional expression and listening
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Strategies for navigating dating, intimacy, and conflict with self-respect
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Confidence to approach love with clarity, courage, and curiosity
When you join
Mindful Dating Essentials
you'll receive:
Over 10 hours of Research-Based Training
Led by Certified Gottman Leader Larissa Hill, you’ll experience engaging, practical instruction that bring decades of relationship science to life, with interactive lessons, reflective activities, and real conversation.
A 113-Page Gottman-Based Singles Guide
This in-depth guide is your roadmap through the workshop and beyond. It includes:
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A walk-through of the 7 Principles for Making Relationships Work
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Insight into the phases of healthy relationships
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Tools for accepting influence, managing conflict, and understanding emotional bids
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The Gottman Repair Checklist, Compromise Circles, and other core tools used by real couples in therapy
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Dozens of reflection questions and small/large group exercises to apply what you’ve learned to your own dating life
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Bonus: “Is This Real?” Quiz to help you decide if your relationship is healthy and solid.
Lifetime Tools to Revisit Anytime
You’ll leave with frameworks and exercises you can return to again and again — whether you're preparing for your next date or navigating the early stages of a new relationship.
Practical and Fun Activities to Build Clarity, Confidence, & Connection
At the start of each live workshop, Larissa will guide you through a series of "conversational warm-ups" to help you settle in and connect with the other participants in simple, reflective, and playful ways. Throughout the session, there are several small and large group exercises to support the content, solidify learning, and practice essential skills! Let's have some fun!
This is your invitation to stop guessing and start growing — with science-backed strategies and compassionate support every step of the way.
Is This Workshop Series Right For You?
This workshop series is designed for individuals who are:
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Single and open to a future relationship
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Feeling frustrated by patterns that keep repeating
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Seeking greater emotional intelligence and dating confidence
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Curious about the science of connection and compatibility
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Ready to take proactive steps toward healthier love
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Open to meeting and talking with other singles
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Able to commit to the full program experience
This program is not a good fit for those experiencing non-monogamous relationships,
active addiction (alcohol, drug, sexual, gambling, etc.) or serious mental health problems.
Pick the Program That Fits Your Life
Option 1: Virtual Self-Paced Course + Monthly Practice Call
Learn anytime, anywhere.
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9 self-paced video modules
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Guided reflection prompts and emotional intelligence exercises
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Partner practice activities you can do with friends or fellow participants
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Monthly 2-hour live practice call with community breakout sessions
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Certificate of completion available upon verified mastery
Perfect for: Independent learners and those outside our live workshop locations.
Option 2: In-Person Weekly Series
Build connection week by week.
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2-hour weekly sessions in a supportive coed group
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Each class includes guided teaching, emotional intelligence practice, mindful activities and reflection, and social connection time
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Exercises inspired by Grok!, the Gottman Institute, and other evidence-based tools
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Certificate of completion available upon verified mastery
Perfect for: Singles who want community, real-time practice, and accountability.
Option 3: Weekend Intensive Workshop
Transform your relationships in a weekend.
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15 immersive hours: 8 on Saturday, 7 on Sunday
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Blends teaching, guided emotional intelligence activities, and partner discussions
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Saturday evening optional social mixer
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Certificate of completion available upon verified mastery
Perfect for: Travelers, busy professionals, and those craving a life-changing experience.
Getting Certified:
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Take the final “Lessons in Love Assessment” — a reflection on what you've learned and how you've grown
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Earn a Certificate of Completion
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Personalize next steps with programs like Authentic Confidence, Mindful Dating Essentials, and Mindful MatchUp
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Receive ongoing community support and invitations to exclusive events and connection opportunities
Topics We'll Cover
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The Gottman Seven Principles for Making Relationships Work
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The Science of Love & Lasting Relationships
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Trust, Bids, Boundaries & Emotional Safety
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Identifying Patterns: Yours and Theirs
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Communication Tools That Actually Work
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Compatibility, Conflict, and Connection
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Building a Vision for the Relationship You Want
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And so much more!
The Gottman Method is backed by decades of research —
and the earlier you learn the principles of emotional attunement, healthy boundaries, and self-awareness,
the better your outcomes in future relationships.
This workshop series helps singles become the kind of partner they want to attract, while also learning how to discern and engage with healthy potential partners. Complete all four sessions and pass the final assessment to graduate with clarity, confidence, and connection.
Upcoming Workshops
The next singles workshop series will be announced soon for Winter 2025.
Join the waitlist to be contacted!
Limited Spots Available – Registration Required
Meet Your
Mindful Dating Essentials
Leader
Hi, I’m Larissa Hill, a Certified Gottman Leader, dating and relationship coach, and singles event and group facilitator, and I'm passionate about helping people build authentic confidence, emotional intelligence, and meaningful connection. I combine science-based methods with supportive, experiential learning — so you leave not just informed, but empowered.
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