The circle is the oldest form of social interaction. For a long time, hierarchical structures replaced circular structures as the dominant leadership model for groups, as they were seen as the most efficient. However, in today’s world, circles are being re-discovered as the model that provides full participation and shared leadership, encourages creativity, demonstrates cooperation instead of competition and dominance, implements power-with instead of power-over, and reveals new solutions to old problems. Everyone is equally valued and equally shares. It is a spirit-filled time and place where collective creativity and wisdom is unleashed and nurtured. It is a place where there is a “relationship of reverence” that brings healing and empowerment.
Sacred circles are fun and give each participant the courage and power to become fully themselves and to make a positive difference in the world.