Relatefulness
Relatefulness offers a unique and transformative relational practice, facilitated twice a month by Josh Rosenberg and Daniel Ricciardelli. Closely aligned with methodologies such as Circling™, Authentic Relating, and T-Group, this practice is an experiential exploration of the present moment, allowing participants to engage deeply with their emotions, relational patterns, and bodily sensations in the presence of others.
Through Relatefulness, individuals cultivate awareness by openly sharing their observations and experiences within the group. This process fosters a heightened sense of interpersonal understanding and reveals broader social dynamics that often remain unnoticed in daily interactions.
The Value of Relatefulness
As a complement to traditional meditation practices, Relatefulness expands awareness beyond solitary reflection by integrating interpersonal connection. Engaging in this practice enables participants to:
- Enhance Relational Awareness: Develop a more enjoyable and conscious approach to relationships by exploring new ways of interacting.
- Apply Personal Growth in Real-Time: Put self-development insights into practice within an interactive group setting.
- Experience Healing and Deep Connection: Foster a sense of being seen and understood, which can be profoundly transformative.
The nature of this practice often brings participants to the edges of their comfort zones, expanding their capacity for awareness and connection. As such, individuals are encouraged to honor their own needs, whether by stepping back when necessary or by guiding the group into new, emergent dynamics.
Event Logistics
- Location: The Alembic (ample free parking available)
- Time: Doors close promptly at 6:35 PM
- Registration: Due to high demand, advance registration is recommended.
- Cost: Sliding scale tickets available from $10 to $25 (suggested donation: $15)
- Volunteer Opportunities: Those interested in supporting this or other Alembic events can fill out the volunteer form and attend a training session.
If a registrant is unable to attend, a refund request is encouraged to allow another participant from the waitlist to take their place.
About the Facilitators
Josh Rosenberg (he/him)
Josh Rosenberg is a certified facilitator through the Relateful Company training program, with two years of experience leading weekly Relatefulness sessions for small groups. His dedication to this practice is reinforced by his participation in retreats and continuous collaboration with fellow facilitators. Passionate about the spontaneous and often revelatory nature of present-moment engagement, he finds great joy in the novelty and relief that arise in group interactions.
Outside of his facilitation work, Josh enjoys music, films, and comedy, and is an avid follower of the New York Jets. He also engages in meditation courses led by Michael Taft. Professionally, he serves as the CEO of the Forecasting Research Institute, a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing the science of forecasting and its relevance in policy-making.
Daniel Ricciardelli (he/him)
With extensive experience in relational awareness practices, Daniel Ricciardelli is a certified Relatefulness practitioner through the Relateful Company. His background includes hundreds of hours in various relational methodologies, alongside a decade of experience leading men’s circles, performance dance teams, and meditation groups. Additionally, he has an academic foundation in applied AI research.
Daniel draws inspiration from Ego Development Theory, madhyamaka philosophy, and Brazilian zouk, incorporating these influences into his relational work. Known for his steady and compassionate presence, he encourages calibrated relational risk-taking within group dynamics. Professionally, he operates at the intersection of mental health and AI as a machine learning researcher.