Connecting
Conversations

Transform Your Relationships
Through Meaningful Conversations

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You Are Here Because...

When communication breaks down, connection erodes:

at home, at work, and in the moments that matter most.

Whether you are

In a relationship that feels stuck…
Preparing for marriage and wanting to get it right… or
Leading a team within an organization that is struggling with trust and communication…

Something inside you knows:

There has to be a better way.

You’ve tried being patient. You’ve tried being clearer. You’ve tried holding back, speaking up, avoiding, confronting—and it still feels like you’re missing each other.

Connecting Conversations is for people who are ready to do something different. You may not know exactly what is needed, but you know what is happening is not working.

This isn’t therapy.
It’s not a lecture.
It’s a space to practice a new way of relating—with real support and real tools.

This is For You!

We customize each experience based on the group in the room.

Whether you are early in your relationship, preparing to be married,

feeling disconnected after years together,

or trying to lead a more connected team—this is for you.

Premarital
Couples

Starting strong matters—but sometimes it’s hard to talk about the things that really need to be said.

You love each other—and you are noticing:

Repetitive arguments
Avoidance of hard topics
A desire to be heard, but uncertainty about how

This workshop will help you:

Understand why this happens
Practice tools that foster emotional safety
Learn to navigate conflict
Deepen your connection

Workplace
Teams & Leaders

Miscommunication is costly—for people, performance, and productivity. When stress is high, even strong teams can unravel.

You might be noticing:

Staff shutdown or disengagement – increased absences, lateness, silence in meetings

Strained collaboration – team tension, slow responses, missed deadlines

A culture that feels heavy or unclear – low morale, confusion around expectations, emotional withdrawal

Challenging staff retention – turnover of strong employees, burnout, quiet quitting

This workshop will help your team:

Build trust and psychological safety

Navigate tough conversations with more confidence

Improve collaboration and resilience

Reduce turnover and create a culture people want to be part of

Many leaders know something needs to shift—and are not sure where to begin. Connecting Conversations offers a practical, experiential path forward.

Long-Term Relationships

Over time, connection can quietly slip away. Even when you care deeply, it can feel like you are speaking different languages.

You may feel:

Emotionally distant
Stuck in painful patterns
Unsure how to reconnect

This workshop will help you start to:

Rebuild trust
Rekindle emotional and physical connection
Practice a structured dialogue to feel truly heard
Change patterns with new relational skills

With over 25 years of experience working with individuals, couples, and organizations—and as a leader in my own organization,

I have seen how powerful it is when people stop talking at each other and begin connecting with each other.

That is why Connecting Conversations was created:
To offer a safe, supportive space where real dialogue and

relational healing can begin.

Why This is Different

There are a lot of books, trainings, and quick tips out there about communication—but most of them stay in the head.

We can understand something intellectually and still feel stuck in the moments that matter most. That’s because connection isn’t just built on words—it’s built on how we bring those words to one another.

Connecting Conversations is different.

This isn’t just information—it’s transformation. It’s a guided, relational experience where you’ll learn the tools to:

Feel more grounded and safe—even in hard conversations
Express yourself with more clarity and confidence
Truly hear and be heard by the people who matter most

Because the relationships that matter most deserve more than just getting by—

they deserve connection.

"The strength of the relationship is not measured by the absence of challenge but by the commitment of both people to overcome them together." — Closing quote from our last workshop

What to Expect

This experience is grounded in relational neuroscience and designed to be more than just a training—it’s a hands-on opportunity to practice something new.

You will learn a structured way to communicate that helps:

Create emotional safety
Reduce conflict
Deepen mutual understanding
Build trust

You won’t just talk about better communication—you’ll experience it.

Because it’s not only what you say—it’s how you say it that creates connection.

The smallest shifts in tone, timing, or presence can mean the difference between feeling misunderstood…and finally feeling seen.

Neuroscience tells us it takes time and repetition to build new neuropathways—on average, around 66 days to form a new habit.

So give yourself grace. You’re not supposed to get it perfect—you just have to keep showing up.

WORKSHOP FORMAT
AT-A-GLANCE

For Couples

Full-day, small-group experience
Safe, supportive environment
Guided practice + reflection
Walk away with tools you can use immediately

For Workplace Teams

Full-day experiential workshop
Live coaching and structured practice
Real conversations around real challenges
Designed for leadership teams, departments, or full staff

What Participants Are Saying

"A moment during the workshop that really stood out to me was… hearing my husband’s answers and what he shared. They were unexpected."

"One thing I appreciated most about today’s experience was… that I was able to relax and we actually had a moment where listening took place."

"One thing I learned about myself today is…I freeze in conflict."

"The activities that helped me connect most with my partner were the exercises and practice with listening."

We are currently gathering interest for upcoming workshops

Let us know if you'd like to:

Attend a future event
Host a session at your workplace, church, or organization
Explore how this experience could support your group

We offer on-site workshops and will collaborate with you to shape the format.

Each workshop is personally facilitated by Amy West, MSW, who brings over 25 years of experience helping people communicate with more clarity, connection, and care.