Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz is an advocate and voice for women and girls, small business owners, Veterans, and many others throughout Connecticut.

From her advancement of policy to support women and girls to her participation in life-saving awareness campaigns around the opioid crisis, Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz is committed to her residents and their futures.

90-minute Seminar: “Reimagining the Good Life”

Life in the 21st century is marked by materialism, entertainment, loneliness, and stress. But what if there's another way to live? In this talk and workshop, we will explore how Jesus talks about the "good life," and how we can live into a different and deeper spiritual reality marked by belovedness and belonging.  

50-minute Seminar: “Reimagining Family Life”

For most of us, family life is not what we expected. Whether that's the reality of unexpected singleness, divorce, or diagnosis, or the harried reality of 21st-century parenting, this talk will offer ways to employ the spiritual imagination to envision a good future for our families and take meaningful and manageable steps right now toward that future.

90-minute seminar: “Ruth and Naomi: Strength, Resilience, Balance and Perspective in Times of Struggle”

This workshop takes a close look at the biblical story of Ruth to show how two women navigate hard times through caring and support.  What can they teach us about balance and perspective, especially when we’re faced with a difficult situation?  

50-minute seminar (2x): "Women, Wisdom, and the Book of Proverbs - Biblical Guidance for Balance and Perspective."

Together we will explore the book of Proverbs, which is full of wisdom to help us navigate everyday life with balance and perspective. Why is the counsel of this ancient book so valuable and timeless and what does it offer us? 

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“Leave Nothing Unsaid”

The Leave Nothing Unsaid Workshop (or Masterclass, if you prefer that name) will teach you the life-changing importance of affirming and encouraging those you love and will guide you through a powerful, step-by-step process of writing an affirming letter to a loved one. The Leave Nothing Unsaid Workbook, which will be provided, can be used again and again to empower you to write words that matter forever. Jody believes in the importance of eulogizing the living and will teach you how to do just that. 

“The Intersection Between Therapy and Theology”

Scripture gives us a clear picture of what it means to be like Christ and to be set apart from the world. In this age where the world has popularized therapy as a means of healing, can we, as believers, also trust it as a tool that honors God? This seminar will talk about how therapy and theology interact and how we can approach the two together. 

The Invisible Conversations Between Adult Children and Aging Parents

Living arrangements, changing health issues, money, grief, loss, caregiving, when to stop driving: Whether you are an adult with an aging parent, or an older parent with an adult child(ren), many topics arise which need to be discussed, so that family members may remain connected at a very important time in life.  And yet, research shows that those conversations and the surrounding emotional landscape between parents and their adult children often prevent them from happening, leaving all involved with a myriad of feelings. Based on real-life examples from over 33 years of working with people in Greenwich and beyond, this session will help you better navigate this crucial time with compassion and care.

“Empty Nest: Navigating Through and Thriving Beyond”

You’ve poured your heart and soul into raising your children to become responsible and independent adults. Then, just as they spread their wings, your role dramatically shifts—it can feel like you’ve been “fired”! Your nest is empty. Now what?

Your heart may feel heavy, or you might feel a sense of relief. You may wonder how your relationship with your adult children will evolve, how your marriage might change, or what will fill the space in your daily routine now that your children are no longer at home.

The transition to the empty nest stage comes with its challenges, as is true for any significant life change. Yet, it also opens the door to a world of new discoveries and opportunities, many of which may have been waiting for their moment to shine.

As mothers, let’s come together to explore this unique journey. By supporting and encouraging one another, we can navigate the challenges and embrace the possibilities that this special season of motherhood brings.

“Refinding Your Balance: How to Use Food as Medicine"

Balance is not a place - it's a feeling of harmony around values, consistency, and imperfection. How we fuel our bodies is one piece of wellness. Dr. Katie Takayasu invites you to spend 50 minutes refinding - and refining - how to use the powerful tool of food as medicine to help you feel well and in harmony with your body, mind and spirit.

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Vinyasa Flow Yoga

Lexy Tomaino believes the effort you put forward on the mat will transform both body and mind. Her vigorous classes offer students the space to work through challenges, inspire gratitude for what is present, and have a little (or a lot) of fun while at it! 

Lexy completed several 200-hour and 300-hour yoga hour certifications, a classical Pilates certification, and Meditation training.  She has a Masters in Theology and Juris Doctor from Emory University. In addition to teaching movement classes, she practices wellness law and cherishes time with her family.