Periagoge
Scenario

When spiritual groups outgrow their original structure

Our meditation group started as friends exploring contemplative practice together but now some people want to bring in teachers and structure while others feel that will kill the intimacy and authenticity we've found. We're all committed to going deeper but we can't agree on what deeper means and the conversations about it are getting tense.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

A circle of seekers faces the delicate transition between organic exploration and intentional formation without losing what makes their gathering sacred.

Your guide for this
Rumi
Rumi works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with The examined faith — living deliberately within a tradition?”

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.

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.