Designed to be implemented over a 3 or 4 day period, this training includes in-depth exploration, interactive exercises, role plays, journaling and education in the following areas:

12 Principles and Values in alignment with Srila Prabhupada and the sastras

Roles of Husband and Wife Gender roles and cultural Norms Understanding Differences and Expectations Role Definition and Character

Readiness for Marriage, Expectations, Compatibility Preparation for Marriage Self-assessment Areas to consider for compatibility

Communications and Managing Conflict Healthy Communication: Speaking, Listening, Negotiating, Conflict Resolution Saboteurs of Healthy Communication 3 Empowering Communication Skills

Making Win-Win Decisions

Finance Financial responsibility Prosperity and poverty Identifying financial challenges A Powerful Financial Strategy

Affection and Intimacy Krsna Conscious Perspectives on Sex Life, Communication and Loving Exchanges

Serious conflict, Separation and Divorce

Danger Signs in Marriage Signs of Abusive Relationships

Conflict Resolution Styles: Matrix Legitimate Reasons for Divorce The Consequences of Divorce Sustaining Family Relationships

Children and Parenting Notions of Parenting Patterns and Skills of a Healthy Family Children’s Needs Good Discipline: Teaching versus Punishment: Clarity, Appropriateness and Consistency. Making Routines and Rules Parenting Styles Resources for Parents Balanced

Lifestyle 1: Personal development/Spirituality Balanced Lifestyle 2: Making a social contribution