
Ken Page, LCSW
A compassionate guide to authentic intimacy that helps you discover your true self, understand your attractions, and build lasting love.
Ken Page is a licensed clinical social worker who developed the concept of Core Gifts as a foundation for intimacy.
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Imagine standing at the edge of a vast canyon, feeling the warmth of the sun on your face and the gentle breeze whispering through the trees. This canyon represents the depths of your emotional life, with its many layers and hidden treasures. At the very heart of this canyon lies your Gift Zone, the innermost sanctuary where your true self resides.
Our Core Gifts are the unique qualities that define us—our deepest sensitivities, passions, and vulnerabilities. They are as individual as fingerprints and as universal as the human need to be seen and loved.
Consider the zones of intimacy as a map for this journey. The Gift Zone is the center, glowing with warmth and light. Surrounding it is the Zone of Protection, where we create safer, airbrushed versions of ourselves to avoid pain. Beyond that lies the Zone of Disconnection, where isolation and numbness can take hold. Most people oscillate between these zones, seeking safety but longing for the connection that only the Gift Zone can provide.
One inspiring example is a young boy who deeply loved a family cat. When the cat passed away, his grief was profound, yet it was a testament to the depth of his capacity to love. Instead of shaming his tears, he was encouraged to honor this tenderness, which ultimately became a source of strength and resilience.
As you begin this journey, I invite you to take small steps toward your Gift Zone. Notice moments when your heart feels touched, when inspiration or longing arises. Savor these moments, allowing yourself to feel the warmth of your authentic self.
Now that we have glimpsed the heart of intimacy, let us move forward to understand the powerful forces that shape our attractions and how they can guide us toward or away from love.
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