On Campus Healing & Wholeness Display Title The Joy of Connections Subtitle Cultivating relationships in midlife Allison Gilbert Kari Cardinale See all presenters Body Enhance Your Social HealthThe middle years often arrive with profound transitions. Bereavement, separation, the quiet of grown children leaving home, and changing responsibilities at work can intensify feelings of isolation and uncertainty. And yet, this stage of life also presents a profound invitation to nurture relationships that bring vitality, strength, and meaning.Grounded in the insights and moving stories from The Joy of Connections, co-written with American icon Dr. Ruth K. Westheimer in her final book, award-winning author and connections expert Allison Gilbert will lead you through a weekend of exploration that will help you build the kinds of relationships that not only bring joy but will also help you live longer.This program includes a special virtual appearance by Kari Cardinale, Chief Content Officer and Partner at Modern Elder Academy, the pioneering midlife wisdom school, who will introduce MEA’s new and innovative Transitional Intelligence™ framework.In this immersive gathering that combines mindfulness, research-driven practices, and experiential learning, you will:Participate in interactive experiences designed to strengthen self-understanding.Discover new ways to enrich bonds with loved ones and your wider community.Gain practical approaches for fostering relationships that enhance your social health and extend life expectancy.Return home with practical tools and renewed courage to embrace your next chapter, strengthened by the relationships that matter most.NOTE: Kari Cardinale appears virtually on Saturday afternoon only.Recommended Reading: Dr. Ruth K. Westheimer, Allison Gilbert, and Pierre Lehu, The Joy of Connections: 100 Ways to Beat Loneliness and Live a Happier and More Meaningful Life Sidebar Navigation Included in Your Stay Daily Yoga Classes 3 Nutritious Meals a Day Access to the Kripalu Grounds Schedule OPENING DAY2:00 pmCheck-in begins4:45–6:00Kripalu Yoga class5:30–7:30Dinner7:30–9:00Program SessionDAILY6:30–7:45 amKripalu Yoga class7:30–9:00Silent Breakfast9:00–11:30Program Session11:30–1:30 pmLunch1:30–4:00Program Session4:45–6:00Kripalu Yoga class5:30–7:30DinnerCLOSING DAY6:30–7:45 amKripalu Yoga class7:30–9:00Silent Breakfast9:00–11:00Program Session11:30–1:30 pmLunch and DeparturePlease note: Rooms are ready by 4:00 pm. You may store your bags in the Luggage Room until your room is available. On the day of departure, room check-out time is 10:00 am—you may remain on campus and take part in workshops until 2:00 pm. Actual times and schedules may vary; please see the Guest Boards or the schedule provided upon check-in for details and room locations. FAQs What are your accommodations? From private rooms to community-style dorms, our accommodations are intentionally simple—designed to help you unplug and feel grounded. Whether you're seeking solitude or connection, we offer a variety of options to support your stay.View All Accommodations What’s included in my overnight stay? Registering for any Kripalu on campus experience includes three daily meals, daily yoga, and movement classes, and access to the Kripalu grounds and other amenities: including Healing Arts, the Shop, the Cafe, and our grounds. Plan My Visit Can I book for me and another person? Online booking is available for 1–2 guests. Please select the appropriate booking button on the program page. Do you have a waitlist if my preferred program is full? Yes. If a program is full, you may add yourself to the waitlist or by contacting registration@kripalu.org. If space becomes available, we’ll contact you in the order received. Where do I go to see all programs offered at Kripalu? For a full view of programs, visit our experiences page.Explore All Programming Presenter(s) Allison Gilbert Presenter Read Bio Kari Cardinale Presenter Read Bio Book Now February 27–March 1, 2026 Starting at $380 Per person, plus accommodations BOOK NOW (1 ADULT)BOOK NOW (2 ADULTS) View our accommodationsView our cancellation policy Jump To... Overview Included in Your Stay Schedule FAQs Presenter(s)
What are your accommodations? From private rooms to community-style dorms, our accommodations are intentionally simple—designed to help you unplug and feel grounded. Whether you're seeking solitude or connection, we offer a variety of options to support your stay.View All Accommodations
What’s included in my overnight stay? Registering for any Kripalu on campus experience includes three daily meals, daily yoga, and movement classes, and access to the Kripalu grounds and other amenities: including Healing Arts, the Shop, the Cafe, and our grounds. Plan My Visit
Can I book for me and another person? Online booking is available for 1–2 guests. Please select the appropriate booking button on the program page.
Do you have a waitlist if my preferred program is full? Yes. If a program is full, you may add yourself to the waitlist or by contacting registration@kripalu.org. If space becomes available, we’ll contact you in the order received.
Where do I go to see all programs offered at Kripalu? For a full view of programs, visit our experiences page.Explore All Programming
February 27–March 1, 2026 Starting at $380 Per person, plus accommodations BOOK NOW (1 ADULT)BOOK NOW (2 ADULTS) View our accommodationsView our cancellation policy
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