Compassionate Listening Circle
A place to speak up, be heard, and held well
How many times have you held in or declined to share what’s been true in your life? You might be deeply grieving a loss (old or new), or so embarrassed about something that you dare not share it with anyone. For lots of reasons, you just don’t talk about it. Have you been in pain, emotional or physical, suffering so deeply, but you don’t tell your friends? You may also have some amazing luck and you hold it in because you just don’t want to brag.
Join this ongoing circle where your story is welcome.
If you tell yourself:
You should be over it already
Nobody wants to hear about it anyway
It’s not the right time (it never is)
I don’t want to be a Debbie Downer
People just won’t understand
I am afraid I will lose my friends because of my (spiritual, political, health care) choices that they don’t or won’t agree with
It’s not a good idea to flaunt my good luck
Our circle invites you to share with us what you long to say.
In this circle, you will be heard for your struggles or your celebrations and be fully received. We might understand how you feel the way you do. We might share the experience of not finding ways to speak up. We might also know how you stop yourself from speaking, and the loneliness and isolation that you feel because of this dynamic.
We will listen and offer back only what you ask for. You might want empathy or advice or to hear shared experiences or simply to be received in silence. It’s up to you. Your requests will be honored.
This circle may be enough for you to feel heard. If it turns out that you also want to find this kind of acceptance with your friends or family, I can offer you suggestions for finding just the right language to begin to share in your personal circles, too.
Let’s talk about and listen for what truly matters. You are invited to dive as deep as you like.
Please note: We will not be hoping to change each other’s minds about our healthcare choices or beliefs. It really isn’t about dialogue. It is simply a place where you can be heard for what’s important to you.
Join us for our next circle on:
Cost: $20
All times are in Eastern Time. A meeting link will be emailed to you after registration.