Boundaries of Proximity - Workshop with Petko Milakov

Achieving a Healthy Balance in Relationships

Each of us sometimes faces the challenge of finding balance in our relationships – whether in the family that raised us; in the family we create; or in friendships and professional connections. Healthy relationships require both the ability to give of ourselves and the willingness to open up to receiving. Sometimes we tend to give too much, even when it is not necessary, while at other times we build "walls" that separate us from connection with others.

Here, boundaries come to the rescue – physical, emotional, mental – which play a key role in our sense of security, respect, and connection with ourselves and those around us. Boundaries create a space where the exchange between giving and receiving happens freely, maintaining the balance between our independence and our openness to others. But what do boundaries actually represent, and how can we build them to maintain relationships that enrich us? What does it mean to live in harmony with our needs while respecting the needs of others?

What are boundaries and why are they important?

Boundaries are the way we protect our personal space and identity while remaining open to others. They express our self-respect and our need for security, while also helping us build healthy relationships where we feel whole and connected. However, establishing healthy boundaries is not always easy. We often encounter external expectations, family patterns, and social norms that limit our sense of freedom and autonomy.

How do constellations help build balance and boundaries?

The constellation method allows us to explore where the balance between giving and receiving lies in relationships. It enables us to see how family patterns, personal experiences, and unconscious loyalties affect our ability to assert our personal space and respect that of others. Constellations bring to the surface invisible connections and dependencies that often create tension or make us feel unsatisfied.

What will you learn at the event?

⫸ You will explore the different types of boundaries and their influence on your sense of self and your relationships with others.
⫸ You will gain a deeper understanding of how family patterns can limit your ability to recognize and respect personal space – your own and that of others.
⫸ You will receive tools for building balance in different types of relationships.
⫸ You will learn how to create and maintain boundaries that support a sense of satisfaction and connection in relationships.
⫸ You will understand what hinders the establishment of healthy boundaries and how to overcome these obstacles.
⫸ You will discover strategies for balancing personal independence and commitments to others.
⫸ You will receive practical tools for sustainable balance in relationships – family, friendships, work – achieving harmony between giving and receiving.

Sample situations we will work on:

✺ Setting boundaries in personal or professional relationships.
✺ Distinguishing between personal needs and the expectations of family or society.
✺ Regaining a sense of control and personal power.
✺ Upholding healthy boundaries despite the influence of external expectations.

⚡️Spaces are limited, so pre-registration is required.

Entry:
50 euros for 1 ticket
80 euros for 2 tickets

Registrations can be made through the website:
https://markovska-psy.com/events/granitsi-na-blizostta

About the facilitator:
Petko Milakov is a practicing facilitator of family and structural constellations, as well as a certified mediator for dispute resolution and conflict.

He graduated in theater directing in the city of Iași, Romania in 2011 and actively works in the field of performing arts. At the same time, over the last 15 years, he has focused on the method of family constellations and has developed his interest and expertise in this field. In 2020, he successfully completed a two-year training for facilitators in the method with psychologist and art therapist Elitsa Velikova at the Institute for Therapy and Expressive Arts. In 2022, he also trained in mediation - a method for resolving disputes and conflicts. This wide range of knowledge and experience allows him to assist people in finding constructive solutions and achieving harmony both within themselves and in their relationships with others.