Connected Hearts Membership2025-08-19T15:50:39-07:00

Connected Hearts: a vibrant community for women shaping midlife with purpose, laughter, and heart.

A night each month that’s fun, meaningful, and refreshingly easy to say yes to.
Coming Fall 2025 to North County, San Diego

What is Connected Hearts?

Connected Hearts is a North County San Diego-based membership community for women in their mid-40s to mid-60s who are ready to shape a midlife that’s fun, meaningful, and fulfilling.

It’s for women experiencing all the beautiful, complicated, and surprising shifts that midlife can bring – changing relationships, evolving roles, rediscovering passions, and reimagining what’s possible.

This is a space for women who are kind, curious, and open – to new people, fresh perspectives, and moments that feel both grounding and uplifting. You don’t have to plan it, host it, or prepare – you just show up, take part, and head home feeling joyful, uplifted, and glad you came, whether you arrive solo or with friends you already enjoy spending time with.

As a member, you’re invited to attend exclusive, monthly in-person gatherings that blend engaging activities, real conversation, and just the right amount of learning – designed to be easy to say yes to and even more rewarding to be part of.

We believe the energy you bring shapes the space we share. Here, we’re all about creating a community that’s refreshingly positive, genuinely supportive, and filled with purpose, laughter, and heart.

How Connected Hearts is Different from Typical Meetups

Every Connected Hearts gathering is thoughtfully crafted to be something you actually want to make time for – without the pressure, planning, or small talk.

Enriching Experiences: You’ll do something enjoyable, learn something new, and leave feeling energized, inspired, and renewed.

Expert-Led Learning: Every gathering is led by Cheryl Dillon, a certified life coach, or an invited guest specialist. These aren’t just social gatherings – they’re opportunities to gain valuable insights and skills you can carry into your life.

Intentionally Designed: Structured so everyone feels welcome, included, and part of the flow – not just the most outgoing.

Meaningful Social Connection: With facilitated activities, engaging with others feels natural – not forced or uncomfortable.

Personal Development: A perfect balance of inner growth and community building integrated throughout each experience.

One Night a Month: Something special to look forward to, easy to fit into your life.

What You’ll Experience at Each Gathering

  • A warm welcome and natural opportunities to start connecting from the moment you arrive.

  • A centering moment – with gratitude, or a simple breathing exercise – to help you shift out of the day’s busyness, ease stress, and step into a more present, open mindset.

  • An engaging main experience, whether it’s an interactive workshop, or an expert-led session by Cheryl Dillon or a guest specialist – blended with group discussion.

  • A lighthearted activity – creative, or just plain fun – that weaves the group together in laughter and shared experience.

  • A meaningful closing ritual that sends you off feeling grounded, uplifted, and ready to carry the evening’s spark into the month ahead.

  • And yes – there’s always good snacks!

Each Connected Hearts evening has its own theme and variety of activities, but the flow is always intentional.

Some months lean into lighter, more playful themes; others invite you to reflect, learn, or try something new. We explore all aspects of thriving in midlife – from external shifts like discovering your signature style or energy-boosting wellness habits, to deeper explorations such as clarifying your priorities or finding fresh inspiration for the season you’re in now.

Connected Hearts Membership Benefits & Access for Members

  • A reserved spot at one exclusive in-person gathering each month in Carlsbad.

  • First-to-know and first-to-register access for special events, destination retreats, and couples’ experiences.

  • Special member pricing on private coaching sessions with Cheryl Dillon.

  • Access to a private members-only section of the website with event details, resources, and photo galleries.

  • A voice in shaping future gathering topics and themes.

  • Occasional guest passes, giving you the chance to bring a friend to share the experience at select gatherings.

Join Us for The Connected Hearts Preview Event: October 14, 2025

Be among the first to experience Connected Hearts at this special evening in Carlsbad. You’ll get a true feel for what our monthly gatherings are all about – meaningful conversations, engaging activities, and plenty of moments that will leave you smiling.

If you’re ready for more joy, genuine connections, and a midlife that feels vibrant and fulfilling, this is a night you won’t want to miss – whether you come on your own or with friends you already love spending time with.

Midlife isn’t about settling – it’s about soaring! Come see what happens when women gather with purpose, laughter, and heart.

Don’t miss out on the chance to be part of something truly Funderful!

Early Bird Pricing is available through September 14th – reserve your spot today.

FAQs

Where will Connected Hearts events be held?2025-08-04T19:01:08-07:00

All events will take place in North County San Diego, with most gatherings hosted in Carlsbad, easily accessible from Encinitas, Oceanside, Vista, San Marcos, Del Mar and Solana Beach. Specific venues will be announced prior to each event.

How often will events take place?2025-05-15T15:34:47-07:00

Connected Hearts members enjoy one exclusive gathering each month, with additional optional special events (outside of the regular membership) throughout the year.

What types of themes might be explored in these gatherings?2025-08-19T15:59:22-07:00

Every Connected Hearts evening has its own theme – some light and playful, others thought‑provoking or inspiring. All are designed to help you shape a midlife that feels energizing, fun, and meaningful. Possible topics may include:

  • Creating connections that feel easy and uplifting
  • Finding your voice and speaking up with confidence
  • Simple wellness shifts that boost your energy and mood
  • Letting go of what no longer fits so you can make space for what does
  • Style ideas that help you feel effortlessly fabulous
  • Trusting your instincts
  • Simple ways to reduce stress, recharge your energy, and lift your spirits
  • Being your own best friend
  • Building real friendships that last
  • Living in alignment with your values
  • Handling life’s curveballs with confidence and ease
  • Shaping a midlife that’s true to you
Who is right for Connected Hearts?2025-08-04T19:20:29-07:00

Connected Hearts is for women in their mid-40s to mid-60s. But more important than age is attitude. It’s for women who are kind, curious, and open – to new people, fresh perspectives, and meaningful experiences. Whether you’re already familiar with personal growth concepts or completely new to exploring these ideas, what matters most is showing up with warmth, a willingness to be real, and a desire for deeper conversations.

We believe the energy you bring shapes the space we share, and here, we’re all about creating a soulful community that’s refreshingly positive, genuinely supportive, and full of laughter, fun, and friendship.

If that feels like your kind of crowd, pull up a chair – we saved you a seat! You’ll leave each gathering feeling energized, more connected to yourself and others, and glad you came.

Who is this NOT right for?2025-08-04T19:24:23-07:00

Connected Hearts isn’t the right fit if you’re looking for casual or business networking, prefer to keep every conversation at surface level, or aren’t open to fresh perspectives about yourself and this stage of life.

Do I have to participate in sharing?2025-08-04T19:27:02-07:00

You’ll never be asked to share more than you’re comfortable with. Our gatherings work best when everyone engages in a way that feels right for them – whether that’s offering a personal insight, adding a brief comment, or simply listening and participating in other activities. The environment is designed to make authentic sharing feel natural, and you’ll find your own rhythm as you get to know the group.

Do you have community guidelines?2025-08-04T19:30:01-07:00

Yes. All members agree to our Connected Hearts Promise – a simple set of values that shape the kind of community we want to create together. It’s about being respectful, kind, and supportive; keeping our space non-judgmental; and making it easy for everyone to feel welcome. These shared commitments help ensure our gatherings stay positive, authentic, and meaningful for everyone.

When will membership enrollment open?2025-08-04T19:46:13-07:00

Membership enrollment begins at our Connected Hearts Preview Event in Fall 2025, with our first official gathering in early November.

Don’t just hear about it later. Join us at the Preview Event to experience the warmth, connection, and fun for yourself – and be among the very first to become a founding member.

Coming Soon!

Connected Hearts launches this fall – starting with our October 14 Preview Event in Carlsbad.

Experience an evening of community, conversation, and joy – and be first in line when membership opens.

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