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Scenario

When talking circles become elaborate confrontations

My friend group wants to do a talking circle about our conflict but I know they've already discussed it without me and decided I'm the problem and now I have to sit through a setup.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The form of collaborative process can be used to legitimize predetermined outcomes when the circle becomes theater rather than genuine dialogue.

Your guide for this
Juana
Juana works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Talking circles and community justice?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

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