Meet Resmaa Menakem - Monsters in Love Book Signing and Q& A Event

209 Northwest 4th Avenue,Portland OR 97209

27 May, 2023

Description

Monsters Love is a A gritty, down-to-earth guide for real-life couples Conflict is a natural part of any intimate relationship. Yet most couples either avoid it or try to smooth over their differences. This often results in at least one partner compromising their integrity—and stunting their own growth. Monsters in Love challenges the idea that conflict between partners is unhealthy or something to avoid. Instead, it encourages both people to stand by what they need and who they are—but to do so with compassion rather than competitiveness or vengefulness. This book is about the reality of committed, intimate relationships, which are designed to inspire both people to grow up. It challenges some common misperceptions about what makes for a successful partnership. It also rocks the boat of psychotherapy, calling out therapists who don’t bring their best to their clients. Instead of comforting fantasies or false promises, Monsters in Love offers you and your partner a chance to make your relationship—and your lives—much bigger and more emergent. Resmaa Menakem's books will be available for purchase at the venue site:My Grandmother's Hands: Racialized Trauma and the Pathway to Mending Our Hearts and BodiesThe Quaking of America: An Embodied Guide to Navigating Our Nation's Upheaval and Racial ReckoningMonsters in Love: Why Your Partner Sometimes Drives You Crazy--And What You Can Do about ItBIO: Resmaa Menakem, MSW, LICSW, SEP, is a healer, a longtime therapist, and a licensed clinical social worker who specializes in couples, conflict in relationships, the healing of trauma, and domestic violence prevention. He is also a cultural trauma navigator and a communal provocateur and coach. He is best known as the author of the New York Times bestseller My Grandmother’s Hands: Racialized Trauma and the Pathway to Mending Our Hearts and Bodies, and as the originator and key advocate of Somatic Abolitionism, an embodied anti-racist practice of living and culture building. Resmaa helps people rise through suffering’s edge. His work focuses on making the invisible visible. On April 15, Resmaa will release a vinyl album, Feral Dreams, a sonic experience of emergent wisdom and speeches. You will be able to purchase Feral Dreams on April 15, 2023. If you are working with Somatic Abolitionism, the Equal Justice Initiative’s A History of Racial Injustice provides daily somatic elicitations to practice with. You can sign up by clicking the link to receive daily emails click here We want to give a special shout out to Briq Studio for sharing their beautiful space with us to host this event we appreciate your team very much.Step into Briq, where creativity and community unite to empower. Spanning over 8,500 square feet, this innovative haven combines the warmth of vintage wood flooring and exposed brick with cutting-edge design to create a vibrant atmosphere for your most ambitious projects. With three versatile common areas, a well-equipped conference room, two bookable offices, and a spacious kitchen, Briq provides the perfect balance of functionality and imagination. Nestled in a neighborhood that radiates energy and creativity, Briq is more than just a workspace—it's a lifestyle. As a dynamic platform for hosting events, photography and video shoots, painting sessions, workshops, and more, our creative sanctuary fosters collaboration and growth in a refreshingly distinctive environment. Connect with like-minded individuals and cultivate your ideas. success. Discover the endless possibilities that await you at Briq, where your business can flourish in a truly unique setting. Immerse yourself in the lively ambiance of our thoughtfully designed space, and let the spirit of our creative community ignite your passion for greatness. At Briq, we don't just believe in the power of creativity—we celebrate it. So, come join us and experience firsthand how Briq can help elevate your business to new heights. If you would like to book space at Briq Studio click the link below for details. Click here