Sharing Circles are intimate gatherings where participants can share their experiences, challenges, and victories in their life in a safe and supportive environment. These virtual meetings create a space for meaningful connection and community building, even when physical distance separates us.
The power of these circles lies in their dual benefit: both sharing and listening contribute to personal growth and community strengthening.
When sharing, participants experience:
The relief of expressing themselves authentically
Validation through others' understanding and acknowledgment
Connection with others who may have similar experiences
The opportunity to gain new perspectives on their journey
As active listeners, participants develop:
Deep empathy and understanding for others' experiences
The ability to hold space without judgment or the need to fix
Enhanced communication skills through practiced presence
A broader perspective on the experiences of others
Our sharing circles follow these key principles:
Non-judgmental acceptance of all experiences shared
Confidentiality - what's shared in the circle stays in the circle
Active, empathetic listening without interruption
Optional participation - no pressure to share
Respect for different viewpoints and experiences
These sessions will be facilitated by experienced community members who ensure a balanced, safe, and supportive environment for all participants. Each month, we explore a different theme to encourage deeper self-reflection and vulnerability. These themes invite participants to explore aspects of themselves they might typically keep hidden. While we offer monthly themes to guide our discussions, participants are always welcome to share any present life experiences or challenges, whether or not they directly relate to the theme.
We have a minimum of 3 participants for the session to occur, as sessions are not recorded and are not to be participated in during a later time.
Self-love
The theme of the month is ‘the importance of self-care’ and in this session of sharing circle we look at self-love. Do you find it easy to love yourself? Can you accept your flaws, the things you might not like about yourself? How do you show your love to yourself? Are you able to say ‘I love you’ while you look yourself in the eyes in a mirror?
This theme delves into our relationship with self-acceptance and self-compassion. Through sharing personal experiences with self-love, participants can explore their own journey while learning from others' practices and perspectives. The group setting provides a nurturing environment to discuss these vulnerable topics and develop stronger self-love practices.