Led by Corey Spiegel

When is it enough? How much time and money are we willing to spend on stopping the clock against aging? We condemn the pressures placed on our daughters to look and be perfect and then we place almost the same pressures upon ourselves to be forever young. In a world that’s filled with beautiful women and ad campaigns that remind us every day what’s sexy, it’s not surprising that aging has become synonymous with self-worth and inferiority. If we don’t put in the time and effort now, what will we look like in 10 years? God forbid ourselves!?! The maintenance is expensive and incredibly time-consuming. From botox to fillers, to hair and nails, to lasers and facials, hair removal to lash extensions, to working out to makeup and skincare, the upkeep is simply exhausting. How can we put our best face forward and start accepting the natural beauty in each of us and stop trying to change who we are?

Led by Corey Spiegel

It’s the subject no one wants to talk about but the subject no one can avoid. How do I care for my parents who are growing older and what’s in store for all of us? Are you an only child or are there other siblings that need to weigh in? Do your parents live 3,000 miles away or are they five minutes down the street and you have to be there everyday? How can I help them adapt to their new environment of assisted care but make them understand they are still independent? Who’s going to pay for all this? I want to respect their personal choices and decisions but what if it’s not in their best interest? The only thing you can bank on is that this subject WILL come up at some point in your life and it will be emotionally and financially challenging. Hear how others have faced these profound life cycles knowing that none of us will ever be able to avoid it.

Led by Corey Spiegel

There’s no shortage of books teaching us how to parent, eat well, have better sex, and keep a clean-ish house. But friendships? Most of us are using trial and error, hoping those good friends will show up on our doorsteps like they did when we were five. Add in the stress and responsibilities of adulthood, and we often find ourselves, well, lonely. No matter how hard it is to make new adult friends, one thing is certain: we need them. We have piles of research showing us that deep, meaningful friendships are good for our health. Friendships are the antidote to loneliness: which some studies say may be worse for our health than obesity. They can help us manage stress, make sound decisions, and even live longer. That’s why Light House is hosting this session. We’ll get real about the perplexities of adult friendships and then we’ll discover new friend-making skills so we can find our people.

Led by Corey Spiegel

We all live on autopilot more than we realize, repeating the same patterns we’ve practiced for years. But in an instant, we wake up asking, “Is there more to all this?” Often, pain is an invitation into our greatest awakening– a gut punch to a job, relationship, or community can knock us right off-kilter. As we steady ourselves, we might wonder if we really want to go back to the way things were. Inner change can feel scary and lonely. Emerge: Saying Yes to Your Awakening is an honest and intimate space where you can ground yourself in the midst of a metamorphosis. Emerge is a session where a small group of women will take part in a guided conversation, share their own journey and affirm one another.

This class is for you if you:

• Are in the midst of a relational shift, such as divorce or loss
• Have experienced a sudden health challenge, such as illness or an accident
• Find yourself in unknown territory because of a job change/loss or a big move
• sense or want changes in your relationships
• Have experienced more vivid dreams recently
• Are reevaluating your view of the world
• Value continual growth and self-awareness
• Want to shift out of your everyday routine and refocus on yourself
• Crave creative ways to de-stress and restore your energy
• Want to break internalized beliefs and step into your truest self

Whether you’re deconstructing your relationships, spirituality, career, identity, or sense of self, Emerge provides a like-hearted community of women who value growth and authenticity. Each woman will have the opportunity to process the changes she’s experienced and receive encouragement to take the next step on her own unique path. Join us as we pause to refresh our souls and drink from the well of our collective wisdom.

 

Led by Dr. Paul Hokemeyer

Over the last three years, we’ve felt like we were being held hostage by a narcissistic other. For some, that narcissistic other was a person. For others, it was a thing- our 24-hour news cycle that’s built on crisis and division or our social media accounts that tell us we’re deficient. In this session, Dr. Paul Hokemeyer, a graduate fellow of Harvard Medical School’s Global Leaders in Healthcare program and one of the world’s top relationship therapists will explain why we are so attracted to people and things that simultaneously seduce and make us feel diminished. Topics discussed will be the clinical definition of narcissistic personality disorder, gaslighting and the narcissistic cycle of abuse.

*Recommended to be taken with part II at 4pm but not required.

Led by Dr. Paul Hokemeyer

Fatigue. Insomnia. Angst. Sadness. Sexual ambivalence. These are signals that our life force is being drained by narcissistic others- people and things that feed off of our inherent goodness. To heal and repair ourselves from these toxic forces we need to develop personal and relational boundaries that are clear, consistent and enforceable. In this discussion, Dr. Paul will explain why it’s been so hard for us to set and keep effective boundaries in the past and how we can create solid ones for our future.

*Recommended to be taken with part I at 11am but not required.

Led by Corey Spiegel

Two years ago, we heard the news of the first covid lockdowns and cringed at the thought of virtual school for 6 weeks. While we wiped down our groceries and tracked the first cases popping up in cities around the United States, most of us never imagined that covid would still be a part of daily life two years later. We’ve sacrificed, grieved, and survived for two years, and now we face the reality that Covid isn’t going away. We’re asking ourselves: how do we stop merely surviving and start living? The New Normal: Restoring Your Sanity in a Pandemic is an honest and pragmatic conversation on mental health during (and after) a pandemic. Discovering a new healthy rhythm isn’t easy, especially when we’re saddled with the compounded stress of the last two years. We need to learn how to create healthy habits and support systems. During our time together, we’ll focus on 4 key areas: self-care, mindfulness, community, and media. Here’s a sneak peek of what we’ll explore.

Self-Care

• Using exercise and movement to support your brain
• Beauty rituals to soothe your bodies and mind
• Developing a healthy sleep routine
• Alone time that calms your brain (spoiler: endless scrolling ain’t it)
• Establishing morning and evening routines

Mindfulness

• Practicing being present in the moment
• Easy, quick meditation practices (that anyone can do)
• Becoming aware of your emotions

Community

• The positive health effects of good friendships
• Creating a solid community around you
• Staying connected to loved ones

Media

• Understanding the effects of social media on your brain
• Consuming news and media with intentionality

No matter what 2022 holds, we each have control over our own choices and routines. Join us to create a new normal, together.

 

Led by Corey Spiegel

Our bodies are nothing short of miraculous. Tiny cells fight off viruses and diseases. Our arms give our kids a place of belonging. And let’s not overlook the mind-boggling pleasure of a good meal, massage, or ocean swim. Our bodies are more than what meets the eye.

So when you look in the mirror, what thoughts appear? Despite the million tiny tasks that our bodies perform every day, most of us meet the mirror with criticism. One study reported that over 90% of women are unhappy with their bodies. Undoubtedly, this is a result of being bombarded with images of photoshopped bodies that defy gravity and age. Even if we know that these bodies aren’t real, that doesn’t stop us from punishing ourselves for looking different from them. As a result, most women spend their precious time (and dollars) counting calories, pinching fat, and hiding every “imperfection” with the right clothes and products. We can’t wait for society to change. It’s up to us to end the war with our bodies. Meet Your Badass Body Where It’s At is a revolutionary reset for your relationship with your own body. We’ll reveal the roots of our culture’s impossible body standards and discuss how we can begin to meet our bodies with acceptance and kindness. Something powerful happens when women speak and listen to one another. This will be a highly interactive session, where you’ll be encouraged to share your own body image struggles and breakthroughs. Together, we’ll dismantle the beliefs that hold us back, and honor our incredible bodies for all that they do. Join us on our journey to love ourselves, inside and out.

Led by: Corey Spiegel

We’ve all been in a standstill argument with someone we love. We feel defensive, and we hold firmly to our stance. They dig their heels in too. And no one wins. In these moments, we might not see the whole picture, and the ways that we are contributing to an unhealthy dynamic. The reality is that we all have blindspots that keep us from connecting to others. Without self-awareness, we fall into patterns of trying to control the people we care for, either directly or passively. Despite our best efforts, we unintentionally sabotage our relationships and drain our own energy. That’s why it’s crucial to exercise and strengthen our self-awareness muscles. Who, Me? is a deep dive into the what, why, and how of self-awareness. We’ll together discover how our words and body language might be holding us back from joy and connection in our relationships with our partners, children, family, friends, coworkers and even ourselves. This class will be both insightful and interactive, giving all participants a chance to open up, reflect, and further develop their emotional intelligence.

Learn how to:

• Expand our emotional vocabulary
• Become aware of our body language, tone, and words
• Understand how we affect others in everyday interactions for better outcomes
• Become lovingly aware of our own shortcomings and their origins. Awareness provides the opportunity to “do it differently”
• Learn new tools we can put to use right away

Relationships are complicated. But the good news is that we have total control over our own thoughts, emotions, and choices. We’re inviting you to discover who you are, and how you can experience more satisfying relationships. Join us!

Led by Corey Spiegel

Whether it’s an ever-growing list of to-dos, creating a healthy habit, or tackling that one thing you’ve been trying to accomplish for months (or years), starting can be the hardest part. Motivation requires consistent discipline, focus, dedication, and commitment. If starting a project were as simple as just doing it, we wouldn’t have to-do lists that miraculously grow every day, despite our best efforts. Rather than struggling through our big and small tasks alone, we’re doing it Light House-style. You’ll learn how to start today and finish strong when it comes to the things you really want to do. So whether you want to exercise consistently, save money, start your side hustle, create a dedicated pre-bedtime routine, or simply want to hold space daily for quiet and meditation, this class will equip you with the insight and guidance you need to start and stay the course. You’ll learn how to:

• Identify your own priorities
• Break larger goals into small, actionable steps
• Start with a single purpose on day one
• Hold yourself accountable to where you want to be
• Understand the feelings that trigger procrastination
• Turn your thoughts into consistent and productive habits
• Create a sustainable plan that honors your mind and body
• Recognize your own limits
• Be kind and flexible with yourself
• Maintain motivation all the way through

As usual, these sessions will be highly interactive, which means you’ll have opportunities to ask questions and execute key takeaways in your life. As the group shares, you’ll be able to see motivation in action as we apply it to real-life goals and challenges. What are you waiting for?

Led by Dr. Paul Hokemeyer

Over the last three years, we’ve felt like we were being held hostage by a narcissistic other. For some, that narcissistic other was a person. For others, it was a thing- our 24-hour news cycle that’s built on crisis and division or our social media accounts that tell us we’re deficient. In this session, Dr. Paul Hokemeyer, a graduate fellow of Harvard Medical School’s Global Leaders in Healthcare program and one of the world’s top relationship therapists will explain why we are so attracted to people and things that simultaneously seduce and make us feel diminished. Topics discussed will be the clinical definition of narcissistic personality disorder, gaslighting and the narcissistic cycle of abuse.

*Recommended to be taken with part II at 4pm but not required.

Fatigue. Insomnia. Angst. Sadness. Sexual ambivalence. These are signals that our life force is being drained by narcissistic others- people and things that feed off of our inherent goodness. To heal and repair ourselves from these toxic forces we need to develop personal and relational boundaries that are clear, consistent and enforceable. In this discussion, Dr. Paul will explain why it’s been so hard for us to set and keep effective boundaries in the past and how we can create solid ones for our future.

*Recommended to be taken with part I at 11am but not required.