THE NEUROSCIENCE OF VITALITY, CONNECTION & EMOTIONAL TRANSFORMATION
The art of living well
An Exclusive Workshop Series at Buchinger Wilhelmi Marbella
A curated series of premium workshops exploring the science and art of living a longer, healthier, more connected, and emotionally fulfilling life. Drawing on the latest insights from neuroscience, psychology, attachment theory, sexuality, emotional well-being, and human development, these workshops offer a sophisticated and deeply human exploration of what allows us not merely to live longer – but to thrive.
Together, we will explore the powerful connections between:
- Brain health and emotional well-being
- Relationships and human connection
- Sexuality and vitality
- Purpose and personal growth
- Longevity and quality of life
- Emotional resilience and transformation
Each session combines scientific rigor with practical wisdom, creating an experience that is intellectually stimulating, emotionally enriching, and profoundly transformative.
About the referent
Dámaris Tenza is a leading sex addiction therapist and addiction recovery specialist, with over 15 years of experience working worldwide with international clients.
She integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Gestalt Therapy, and Bodywork to support individuals struggling with compulsive behaviors related to sex, love, and pornography addiction.
Her approach combines psychotherapy, somatic therapy, and trauma-informed techniques to help clients regain control, restore emotional balance, and build healthier relationships.
Dámaris Tenza at Buchinger Wilhelmi
WORKSHOP 1: 06/07/2026
English – 6 p.m.
Spanish – 7:15 p.m.
VITALITY, DESIRE & LONGEVITY
Hormones, Sexuality and the Neuroscience of Aging Well
How do our hormones, nervous system, emotions, and brain chemistry shape the way we experience energy, desire, intimacy, and well-being as we age?
This workshop explores the hidden biological and emotional forces that influence vitality throughout midlife and beyond, offering practical insights for cultivating energy, connection, and quality of life.
Key themes include:
- Menopause and andropause beyond the hormonal narrative
- Dopamine, motivation, and the drive to engage with life
- Stress, cortisol, and emotional depletion
- Sexual desire and nervous system regulation
- Female desire, mental load, and emotional availability
- Erectile dysfunction and performance anxiety
- Intimacy and sexuality in long-term relationships
- Emotional loneliness and the experience of becoming invisible
- Reclaiming vitality, connection, and meaning
WORKSHOP 2: 13/07/2026
English – 6 p.m.
Spanish – 7:15 p.m.
THE SCALA™ METHOD
Conscious Intimacy, Attachment & Emotional Wisdom
A transformational exploration of the neurobiology of love, emotional intimacy, attachment, desire, and the challenges of modern relationships.
SCALA™
S — Seeing
C — Consciousness
A — Attachment
L — Liberation
A — Alignment
Key themes include:
- The neuroscience of love and human connection
- Emotional safety and nervous system regulation
- Anxious, avoidant, and disorganized attachment patterns
- Codependency and the loss of self
- Trauma bonding and relational intensity
- Desire and eroticism in long-term relationships
- Reactive versus conscious relationships
- Why highly intelligent people often struggle more in love
- Overthinking, emotional hypervigilance, and the need for control
- The wisdom of sustaining intimacy without losing yourself
- Creating relationships aligned with authenticity, values, and emotional maturity
WORKSHOP 3: 20/07/2026
English – 6 p.m.
Spanish – 7:15 p.m.
MODERN DEPENDENCIES
Dopamine, Overstimulation & Emotional Balance
Never before have we had so much stimulation and so little inner peace.
This workshop examines how modern lifestyles shape the brain, fuel compulsive behaviors, and undermine our capacity for genuine well-being, presence, and emotional balance.
Key themes include:
- The overstimulated modern brain
- Dopamine and compulsive habits
- Chronic stress and emotional fatigue
- Productivity addiction and the pursuit of control
- Emotional eating and anxiety
- Alcohol as a socially accepted form of emotional numbing
- Digital overload and cognitive exhaustion
- Emotional dependency and the need for validation
- Trauma bonds and high-intensity relationships
- Rebuilding emotional regulation and inner equilibrium
WORKSHOP 4: 27/07/2026
English – 6 p.m.
Spanish – 7:15 p.m.
REINVENTION
Purpose, Identity & Emotional Well-Being in the Second Half of Life
At certain moments in life, success is no longer enough.
This workshop invites participants to explore what it means to reinvent themselves, reconnect with purpose, and create a life that feels more aligned, intentional, and deeply fulfilling.
Key themes include:
- Identity, authenticity, and personal transformation
- Achievement, performance, and emotional disconnection
- High-functioning anxiety and the illusion of control
- Life transitions and personal reinvention
- The fear of emptiness, stillness, and uncertainty
- Meaning, purpose, and inner coherence
- Moving beyond autopilot living
- Designing a life that reflects who you truly are
THE EXPERIENCE
Each workshop integrates:
- Contemporary neuroscience
- Relationship psychology
- Emotional regulation
- Conscious sexuality
- Guided reflection
- Meaningful group interaction
- Experiential practices
- Practical tools for emotional well-being and personal growth
Designed to feel:
Thought-provoking. Human.
An experience that inspires greater vitality, deeper connection, and lasting personal transformation.
Request an offer
We would be happy to send you a no-obligation quote for the workshop as part of a stay at our Buchinger Wilhelmi Clinic in Marbella and are happy to answer any questions you may have.
