A New Chapter of Love and Relationships with Randy Kamen
Week of February 13, 2027
Many adults find themselves open to love again after divorce, widowhood or other life circumstances—yet unsure how to begin in a dating landscape that feels unfamiliar and emotionally charged. This workshop series supports participants in approaching relationships not as a restart, but as a conscious new chapter grounded in self-awareness, emotional health, and vitality.
Blending psychological insight with practical guidance, the program addresses readiness for healthy communication and relationships, modern dating tools, aligned partnership choices, and intimacy. Emphasis is placed on how meaningful connection supports overall wellbeing—enhancing emotional resilience, purpose, health, and longevity.
Rather than focusing on “finding someone,” this experience empowers participants to create relationships that nourish energy, joy, and a life well lived.
Participants will leave with renewed confidence, clear relationship values, practical dating skills, and a purposeful framework for building healthy, life-enhancing connections.
Workshop 1
Opening Your Heart Again – Healing, Emotional Readiness & Intentional Dating
Focus:
• Integrate loss, grief, or major relationship transitions
• Emotional readiness vs. loneliness-driven dating
• Clarify intentions for this stage of life
• Rebuild trust in self and in connection
Workshop 2
Showing Up with Confidence – Self-Image, Desire & Authentic Dating Profiles
Focus:
• Confidence after life transitions
• Body image, attraction, and desire later in life
• Create dating profiles that feel genuine and inviting
• Photos, bios, and language that reflect vitality—not performance
• Translate who you are into words that sound natural and warm
Workshop 3
Meeting People Now – Real-Life Connection, First Impressions & Dating in the Modern World
Focus:
• Real-world opportunities for connection
• Using dating apps without burnout or overexposure
• Messaging, pacing, and discernment
• First dates that protect energy and support nervous-system regulation
Creating Your Pitch: Introductions That Feel Natural
Why first impressions are about presence, not perfection
• Let go of oversharing, apologizing, or explaining your past
• A simple 15–30 second “dating pitch” for: speed dating and introductions, first meetings
• Adapt your pitch for different contexts while staying authentic
• Practice: delivering your pitch conversationally
Workshop 4
Choosing Wisely – Discernment, Boundaries & Conscious Relationships
Focus:
• Red flags vs. human imperfection
• Relationship models later in life (companionship, LAT—Living Apart Together, partnership)
• Boundaries that support wellbeing and vitality
• Trusting yourself—and your instincts—again
Dr. Randy Kamen is a psychologist, life coach, educator, and bestselling author of Behind the Therapy Door and The Gratitude Effect Positivity Journal. A pioneer in mind-body medicine at Boston University and Harvard Medical School, she leads global programs, workshops, and retreats. Her Thera-Coaching approach integrates evidence-based tools for mindset, self-regulation, relationships, and purposeful living. Dr. Kamen divides her time between Martha’s Vineyard and New York City and is delighted to return to Rancho La Puerta.