03/08/2017
"In Indigenous societies, coming together in a circle has been as natural as sitting around a fire and reflecting on shared concerns. It inspires a different quality of conversation. People tell stories and share experiences. We are more likely to speak from our hearts and listen from our hearts as well. We want to experience each other not as adversaries but as fellow human beings. We find a place where we can share what is going on with us, whatever that may be.
The Circle process brings these qualities into modern experience. Circles offer a different way of dealing with the challenges of every day life as well as of responding to the larger challenges we face. Circles help us learn how to “be in a good way” with each other, and they give us a place and time to practice this positive way of being." Kay Pranis a leader in restorative justice and peacemaking circles. Kay is one of the mentors of my mentor Jennifer Ball.