April 15, 2019
I. Relationship Unconscious Podcast Series and Group Seminar Recordings
Please view the Relationship Unconscious website for more information on the latest offerings.
II. Group Meetings on Saturday, April 20, 2019
The Men's Group: Artificial Intelligence: Friend or Foe? *
10:15 to 11:30 AM

Technological innovation and the emergence of artificial intelligence (AI) are already changing the fabric of human relatedness, and for the most part in alarming ways. What will be the fallout on the human condition as technology increasingly impacts our world?   In the next meeting of the Men's Group on Saturday, April 20, 2019 (10:15 to 11:30 AM), we will approach AI from numerous perspectives: a view of life in the era of AI; depictions and predictions of the role of AI in love relationships; the potential rise and dominance of women in an AI workforce ; the possibility of male privilege and power intensifying as AI flourishes; and concerns that AI may widen the gender equality gap.  The implications of this material for men and male psychology will be considered.  

The Relationship Group: A Review of "Grit"  *
11:45 AM to 1:00 PM

The 2016 publication of Angela Duckworth's Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance  has generated significant attention and notoriety.  I have received numerous requests to discuss the book and its broader implications for psychological health and wellness.   In the next meeting of Relationship Group on Saturday, April 20, 2019 (11:45 AM to 1:00 PM), Grit will be reviewed with an emphasis on the developmental dynamics it highlights and the elements of interpersonal relations it illuminates.  

The Dynamic Psychotherapy Process Group *
 1:15 to 2:30 PM

This therapy group utilizes the emerging dynamics among group members, and between the group members and facilitator, as a basis from which to examine one's characteristic ways of thinking, feeling, and relating to others.  Our next group session will be on Saturday, April 20, 2019 (1:15 to 2:30 PM) at the Laguna Hills office location.  
* If you would like to attend the Men's Group and/or the Relationship Group on April 20, 2019, please RSVP to me at 949-338-4388 or  jt@jamestobinphd.com . There is a limit of 14 attendees for each group and registrants will be accommodated on a first-come/first-serve basis. The fee is $25.00 (payable via cash or check at the time of the group meeting).

Location:
The Water Garden Business Center
23421 South Pointe Drive, Suite 130
Laguna Hills, CA, 92653

Please note that the Men's Group and the Relationship Group are psychoeducational in nature, not therapeutic, and do not constitute psychotherapy or counseling. In contrast, the Dynamic Psychotherapy Process Group is a therapeutic experience and entry occurs only after a pre-group screening interview.
James Tobin, Ph.D., PSY 22074 | 949-338-4388 |   jt@jamestobinphd.com