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.

Support system

A support system can play a very important role in several moments in your life, especially in the more challenging times. Do you have a support system? Are you able to ask for help? Are you able to accept the help that is offered to you? Do you feel guilty for accepting anything from someone else?

This theme explores the dynamics of receiving and accepting support from others. Participants can share their experiences with building and maintaining support networks, as well as their challenges in asking for and accepting help. The discussion encourages reflection on how our relationship with receiving support impacts our overall well-being and ability to form meaningful connections.