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Marziye Temel's avatar

My most challenging facilitation experience to date involved a participant who brought their own internal struggles to the floor instead of focusing on the core questions at hand.

In a space I had opened for co-creation, deep-seated insecurities began to surface. I eventually realized that the community was carrying lingering resentments and unhealed bonds from the past. Guided by the community’s inherent vitality, I designed a 'connection and restoration' circle. This approach significantly contributed to the group's overall capacity for renewal.

Kevin Watson's avatar

Hi Marziye. Thanks for sharing. It sounds like you've had some really insightful experiences, too.

I find it fascinating how our personal struggles can sometimes show up in group settings.

Creating that 'connection and restoration' circle seems like such a wonderful idea. It’s amazing how tapping into the community’s energy can help heal old wounds and make space for renewal.