046 - Workshop Reflections: The Power of Intimacy, Flexibility, and Presence

In this episode of Building a Life and Business Together, Stephanie and I share a full, behind-the-scenes debrief of the August 2025 Free The Dream Workshop.

I start by setting the scene, beautiful fall-like weather, crisp air, and the kind of day that makes you want to savor every moment.

But the real story begins when we dive into what happened over those two days at the Free The Dream Workshop, where four attendees joined us for a powerful, intimate experience.

The Breakthroughs We Witnessed

One of the most moving parts of the weekend was seeing attendees have life-changing realizations right in front of our eyes. Scott, one of our participants, said he received what he came for within the first two hours. Another attendee, Sara, who admitted she was “dragged there” by her husband, experienced a breakthrough that completely changed how she’ll approach relationships at work moving forward.

We talk about what it was like to watch those moments unfold, and how asking each participant to name their “miracle” at the start set the tone for the entire workshop.

Why We Changed the Format

In this episode, I explain why this workshop was structured different. For the first time ever, we offered it as a Pay-What-You-Want event. No set ticket price. No minimum. People could attend for free if they wanted.

We also changed the lunch and dinner format. Instead of sending everyone out on their own, we provided lunch on-site and took everyone out to dinner as a group, creating deeper connections and saving valuable session time.

The Power of Small Groups

Stephanie and I share why we’ve decided to limit future workshops to just 10 participants. The August event reminded us how intimacy creates space for deeper breakthroughs, personalized discussions, and the flexibility to follow the energy of the room rather than a rigid agenda.

We also discuss how the interactive whiteboard sessions, spontaneous metaphors, and real-time coaching moments brought our vision to life, successfully transforming this from a traditional conference into a true workshop experience.

Lessons for the Future

We cover what worked well, what we’ll keep the same, and what will change for the upcoming October 17–18 workshop:

• The venue was perfect.
• Asking participants to set their own intentions at the start will now be a permanent part of every future workshop.
• We’ll continue to let the energy of the room guide the agenda rather than forcing a fixed schedule.

Why This Matters to You

If you’ve ever wondered what really happens at a Free The Dream Workshop, beyond the promotional page, this episode gives you the honest, unfiltered story. We share the highs, the surprises, the lessons learned, and why we believe limiting attendance to 10 people will make the next one even more powerful.

The Path Forward

By the end of this episode, you’ll know exactly what made August’s workshop unforgettable and why October’s event is shaping up to be our most transformative yet.

If you feel the pull to be in the room, visit FreeTheDreamWorkshop.com to reserve your spot for October 17–18.