Circle Meetup

(Note: We maintain a separate signal group. We're using meetup to help others find us. Thus, RSVPs on Meetup may not reflect the total of people attending.)

The topic changes weekly. Just bring yourself! Tea/snacks provided more often than not. Introverts and extroverts welcomed equally :).

Instructions + Rules

The Facilitator will introduce a question or theme and then pass a chosen talisman around the circle. The facilitator may continue doing this until everyone feels complete.
The Facilitator may also ask if there’s any business to attend to or if anyone needs help before getting into the question.
Only the person holding the talisman may speak. Everyone else should endeavor to listen deeply and well.
When you receive the talisman, say your name and then address the question/theme.
Use “I” statements and express only thoughts/feelings related to your experience.
Once done, pass the talisman onto the next person.
There is no need to focus on or prepare what you will say during your turn. When receiving the talisman, feel free to study it and take a minute to organize your thoughts.
Instead of speaking, you can “pass”.
Safe Space: keep everything said in a circle confidential, unless someone gives you explicit permission to share their story. In other words, avoid leveraging the sacred information you gain here for party points or gossip fuel.
Refrain from responding or commenting on the experiences of others unless explicitly asked.
Refrain from hijacking the circle: using the talisman to talk about something off topic or talking an inordinate amount of time.