Apply — Downshift

Welcome to Your Next Chapter with Downshift

Dear Prospective Downshifter,

Our program is designed for high performers ready to embrace the complexities of significant life changes, offering a sanctuary for growth, discovery, and community. You are at a stage where the quest for a deeper purpose, navigating identity transformation, and the yearning for authentic connection resonate deeply.

Embarking on the Downshift path signifies more than participation in a program—it's a commitment to exploring who you are and who you could become within a supportive community.

Here are the key commitments you will need to make:

Commit to fully engaging with the Downshift program from April 17th to June 15th.
Attend weekly sessions on Tuesdays from 12-2pm ET and Thursdays from 12-1pm ET.
Dedicate a minimum of 6 hours per week to engage deeply with the program's content and community.
Attend our two-day retreat in the Hudson Valley from April 17th-19th to commence your Downshift journey and meet your cohort.

Application and Selection Process:

Deadline: Applications for our Spring 2024 cohort are due by April 1st.
Interviews: Should your application align with Downshift's ethos, you will be invited for a 30-minute interview to delve deeper into your aspirations and potential fit within our community.
Commitment to Communication: We are dedicated to ensuring every applicant is respected and informed. If your application is identified as a fit, we will let you know by Friday, April 5th. For those not selected, we will send you a brief email notifying you.

If you have any questions or seek further clarification, our team is here to assist at steve@downshift.me. We're committed to supporting you as you consider this significant step towards transformation.

With warmth and anticipation,
The Downshift Team

Application Questions

In applying to Downshift, we invite you to reflect deeply on your motivations, experiences, and aspirations. The questions below are designed to help us understand your journey so far, your readiness for transformation, and how you envision contributing to and benefiting from our community. Your thoughtful responses will illuminate the path forward, both for you and for us as we gather a cohort to embark on this journey together.

Word Count Recommendation: For each question, please aim for a response that is around 250 words. This limit ensures you can provide a comprehensive and reflective answer without it being overly burdensome.

Name

First Name

Last Name

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Location

Scholarship

Yes, I would like to be considered for a scholarship.

Describe your attraction to the Downshift program at this juncture of your life. How does it align with the transitions you are currently experiencing in your personal and professional life? Tell us about the specific challenges you’re facing in your career and/or personal life.

Reflect on a pivotal moment in your life. What happened? How has this experience shaped your life and sense of self?

Downshift places high value on community. Recount a time you contributed to a community or team. What were your contributions, and how did being part of that community benefit you?

Discuss how you engage in self-exploration through both introspective practices (like reflection, journaling, or meditation) and/or activities that enrich your engagement with life (such as hobbies, sports, or creative pursuits). How have these practices and activities enhanced your self-awareness and contributed to your personal development?

Considering what you know about Downshift, what do you think you'll bring to the community in terms of skills, qualities, or resources? What makes you a great fit for Downshift?

What else would you like us to know about you?

Wrapping Up

Thank you for taking the time to share your insights and aspirations with us. We appreciate your interest in Downshift and your willingness to embark on this transformative experience. You can direct questions to steve@downshift.me.

- The Downshift Team