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In addition to our weekend workshop for couples, The Imago Center presents three relationship education seminars, ideal for both community and faith-based organizations. Check our Events listing to find and register for upcoming seminars, or work in partnership with us to offer these seminars in your community. Contact Diana Combs for more information or to schedule a seminar. Read more »
Premarital Workshop Resources - Start Right, Stay Connected
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Getting the Love You Want 20th Anniversary Edition, by Harville Hendrix and Helen LaKelly Hunt Read more »
Couples Workshop - Getting the Love You Want
Time:
11/17/2012 - 11/18/2012
Location:
Washington DC 
Register now for our Weekend Getting the Love You Want Workshop if...
- your relationship needs to restore its warmth and aliveness
- you are beginning a new relationship and want to boost its positive potential
- you need a fresh, positive approach to your communication and conflicts
- you are trying to decide if this marriage or relationship can and should be saved
What this workshop will do... Read more »
Couples Workshop - Getting the Love You Want
Time:
09/08/2012 - 09/09/2012
Location:
Washington DC Register now for our Weekend Getting the Love You Want Workshop if...
- your relationship needs to restore its warmth and aliveness
- you are beginning a new relationship and want to boost its positive potential
- you need a fresh, positive approach to your communication and conflicts
- you are trying to decide if this marriage or relationship can and should be saved
What this workshop will do... Read more »
Premarital Workshop - Start Right, Stay Connected
Time:
06/08/2013
Location:
Arlington VA 
"A wonderful way to build communication and deepen our relationship. Very, very productive day with lots of new 'tools' presented and practiced." Feedback from January 2012 Participant
Register Online Now! Our Premarital Workshop Start Right, Stay Connected is a pro-active way to get a life-long commitment started consciously and lay the groundwork for fulfilling years ahead. The seminar is designed for both heterosexual and same-sex couples considering or in the process of making a life commitment, or those newly married. Our high-energy, interactive agenda includes discussion of:
Premarital Workshop - Start Right, Stay Connected
Time:
06/08/2013
Location:
Chevy Chase "A wonderful way to build communication and deepen our relationship. Very, very productive day with lots of new 'tools' presented and practiced." Feedback from January 2012 Participant
Please Register Online for our June workshop to ensure your space! Our Premarital Workshop Start Right, Stay Connected is a pro-active way to get a life-long commitment started consciously and lay the groundwork for fulfilling years ahead. The seminar is designed for both heterosexual and same-sex couples considering or in the process of making a life commitment, or those newly married. Our high-energy, interactive agenda includes discussion of:
What people are saying about our premarital workshop
By Cindy Bare | 04-24-2012
Our next Start Right, Stay Connected premarital workshop is scheduled for Saturday, June 8th, 2013 in Chevy Chase, MD. Roberta Martin and Caroline Bernhardt Lanier look forward to another fun, interactive day. Read more »
Your Brain on Love
By Cindy Bare | 02-14-2012
There is a great article in the Washington Post today, Falling in love is all in our brains. The article reviews the neurochemistry of how we fall in love. Our brains produce a "love cocktail" of testosterone, dopamine, oxytocin and vasopressin which all play a role in why we are attracted to and remain connected to our partners.
Premarital Workshop - Start Right, Stay Connected
Time:
06/08/2013
Location:
Chevy Chase "A wonderful way to build communication and deepen our relationship. Very, very productive day with lots of new 'tools' presented and practiced." Feedback from January 2012 Participant
Register Online Now! Our Premarital Workshop Start Right, Stay Connected is a pro-active way to get a life-long commitment started consciously and lay the groundwork for fulfilling years ahead. The seminar is designed for both heterosexual and same-sex couples considering or in the process of making a life commitment, or those newly married. Our high-energy, interactive agenda includes discussion of: