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Rooted in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), this course interweaves traditional lectures with brief guided meditation, written self-reflection, small group discussion, and Q&A periods. Homework assignments are experiential in nature, optional, and encouraged. To bring life to the material, Kelly integrates stories, quotes, and teachings from her personal interests (e.g., spirituality, feminism, social activism). To enliven the slideshow, 100% of the photographs have been taken at Kelly's home, Pastime Farm. (That's where in person events take place.) The intention is to offer a felt-sense of the place, so that you might determine whether it is a fit for you (i.e. before attending a daylong workshop or weekend retreat).

This course is suitable to any level of mastery – from the beginner to the seasoned ACT therapist. Everyone is welcome. Advanced practitioners are encouraged to ask any questions that may arise — it can only bring greater depth and vitality to our conversation.

These teachings are experiential in nature. Much like other wisdom teachings, such as yoga, advanced practitioners benefit greatly from intermediate-level instruction. The beginner will be focused on conceptual understanding, whereas the practitioner will be focused on integrating subjective wisdom. Repeated participation in this course is therefore encouraged. The full registration fee is only paid once. After that, you receive 75% off future online offerings of this online course. There is no limit – you’re encouraged to return year after year! The coupon code is: 75%OFF

The Annual Course aims to clarify the ways in which we disempower ourselves. It provides the foundation for all of Kelly’s work and is the only context in which she provides these teachings. For that reason, it is the gateway for participation in group events of any kind – whether that be seminars, circles, or weekend retreats. No matter one’s level of mastery, this course is a necessary first step to joining our collective.

The cost of registration is for the course in its entirety — regardless of attendance or decision to exit early. Registration will not be pro-rated, for any reason.

Kelly Minor, Ph.D., has been offering courses, seminars, retreats, and professional consultation on the topic of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) for sixteen years. Initially, she passed along the teachings in much the same way she’d received them during her full-time clinical ACT internship (Stanford, VA Palo Alto). Now, she’s sharing the teachings in a way that is down-to-earth and truer to her heart. Her work is aimed at exposing our tragic misunderstandings about control. Acceptance of this fact is the necessary initial step toward reclaiming one’s freedom, authenticity, and power. It is the basis for all her work.

The long-term vision is an inspired community of individuals supporting one another’s self-discovery and transformation. (There will be our traditional women's groups -- as well as opportunities for mixed-gender gatherings.) Whether you live near or far, you might choose to join us for an advanced-level seminar, long-term circle, or weekend retreat. In any case, the Annual Course is the gateway.