What are other similar practice groups that we can learn from.
Other Links and Resources
Carl Rogers has reportedly described the T-group as "the most significant social invention of the century".
Empathic Listening Circles zlmc.org
Empathic listening circles use a very simple form of feedback that is used in Focusing and Non-violent Communication. We will teach you this and then help you practice and apply it through various kinds of role plays and experiential exercises in the Empathic Listening Circles.
Empathy Circle cnvc.org
The Empathy Circle is not a training, but rather an occasion to experience Presence, synergised with that of others. The content of the Circle is not structured; it emerges from an inner movement within the people in the Circle. This movement takes root in a profound self-connection and connection to others. This allows for self-inquiry from a space of stillness, a devotion to the life within ourselves. The Empathy Circle is a different experience every time, it is an occasion to settle with ourselves in a climate of embrace and acceptance.
Listening Circle Facilitator’s Guide
As stated on our website listening circles are a highly structured form of dialogue. In
order to use the structure that follows, you will need the following:
Listening Circles co-intelligence.org
I believe the most basic unit of co-intelligent social life is people sitting in a circle listening deeply and speaking from the heart.
Wisdom Circles wisdomcircle.org
Usually one or two people initiate a circle. Make your intentions and hopes for the group, and the fact that you will be using this format, clear to everyone invited to participate. We recommend a circle of 3-12 people, meeting monthly or more often. Length of meeting is affected by the number present (1-3 hours).