“HEAL & Thrive: Rewiring Your Brain for Well-Being” - 12-hour Hybrid Brain Change Course
“HEAL & Thrive: Rewiring Your Brain for Well-Being” – A 12-hour Positive Brain Change Course - Intensive
This immersive, science-backed course is designed for those seeking a deep, experience-based dive into the practical application of Positive Brain Change. The course blends neuroscience with practical exercises for lasting transformation. Participants will learn how to work with their minds, foundational techniques such as the micro-practice of Taking in the Good, and the HEAL method as developed by Dr. Rick Hanson. Are you ready to make remarkable changes in your nervous system, effectively rewiring the brain for greater happiness, peace, and resilience?
Course Facilitator: Christina Ahlen, MA Specialized Ministry, MS, Positive Neuroplasticity Teacher licensed by Neuropsychologist Dr. Rick Hanson.
Online "What Would Help?" - 3.5 -hour Workshop
Feel Good—Steady, Calm, and Content Inside
If daily challenges feel overwhelming, join us for a workshop designed to help you build awareness, connection, and resilience. You will receive practical, step-by-step guidance for addressing everyday challenges and building tools for a happier, more resilient life. Rooted in the wisdom of Positive Brain Change, the workshop is suitable as a stand-alone experience or for for alumni of “Hardwiring Happiness.” Participants will engage in mindful inquiry process to develop actionable strategies for living and personal growth.
Location: Online
Course Facilitator: Christina Ahlen, MA Specialized Ministry, MS, Positive Neuroplasticity Teacher certified by Neuropsychologist Dr. Rick Hanson who developed the Positive Neuroplasticity Training
In-Person "What Would Help?" - 3.5 -hour Workshop
Feel Good—Steady, Calm, and Content Inside
If daily challenges feel overwhelming, join us for a workshop designed to help you build awareness, connection, and resilience. You will receive practical, step-by-step guidance for addressing everyday challenges and building tools for a happier, more resilient life. Rooted in the wisdom of Positive Brain Change, the workshop is suitable as a stand-alone experience or for for alumni of “Hardwiring Happiness.” Participants will engage in mindful inquiry process to develop actionable strategies for living and personal growth.
Location: Manitou Art Center MAC in Manitou Springs, Colorado
Course Facilitator: Christina Ahlen, MA Specialized Ministry, MS, Positive Neuroplasticity Teacher certified by Neuropsychologist Dr. Rick Hanson who developed the Positive Neuroplasticity Training
"Envisioning Grit” A Collage Workshop Series
Do you want to feel more empowered and have more agency in your life? Do you wish to be more determined and able to protect and preserve what is important?
NO ART EXPRIENCE NEEDED
Cost: $ 40, materials provided
Facilitator: Rev. Christina Ahlen, MASM, MS
A Collage Workshop Series - July Theme: "Envisioning Mindfulness”
DATE CHANGE! 7/19/25
When facing challenges, do you wish to stay calmer, be less reactive? would you like to be able to quit ruminating and instead steady your mind?
NO ART EXPERIENCE NEEDED
Join a group of like-minded individuals and discover your inner strengths and resilience - and build Positive Neuroplasticity and community, one collage, one month at the time!
Each monthly 3.5-hour collage workshop includes introductions, a guided meditation, introspective collage-making and group sharing. Bring your collage home for the monthly theme’s integration to anchor its essence and felt experience into your life.
A Collage Workshop Series - June Theme: “Envisioning Compassion”
Do you yearn for self-acceptance and self-respect? Can you imagine loving yourself, just as you are, warts and all?
NO ART EXPERIENCE NEEDED
Join a group of like-minded individuals and discover your inner strengths and resilience - and build Positive Neuroplasticity and community, one collage, one month at the time!
Each monthly 3.5-hour collage workshop includes introductions, a guided meditation, introspective collage-making and group sharing. Bring your collage home for the monthly theme’s integration to anchor its essence and felt experience into your life.
For a deeper dive into your work, schedule a one-on-one collage integration session: