Description
Narayan Helen Liebenson and CIMC teachers invite you to meet them at the Center for the day to learn and practice an ancient form of deep sharing – originating with Native Americans – known as The Way of Council, Dharma Sharing, and Heart Circles. This day will be a unique opportunity to practice deep listening and authentic speech as we gather together in small groups. The teachers present will share guidelines to create an atmosphere of safety, respect, and trust. Within the confidential container of council, wisdom and compassion can flower beyond views and opinions, bias and preconceived ideas.
In the council circle, you will be welcome to share and listen from the heart with the intention of practicing non-judging and non-assessing. With this intention, appreciation, gratitude, and connection can be strengthened. Together, a sacred space is created.
The council form has been shaped by the work of the Zen peacemakers, Thich Nhat Hanh, Joanna Macy, and other dharma communities. We are happy to offer this opportunity to all in the CiMC community.