COMMUNITY CIRCLES
In Circle, we give the gift of belonging and hold space for authentic connection, personal stories and growth.
Sitting in Circle is an ancient and modern practice. People have been gathering around the fire to share stories since the beginning of humankind.
In these facilitated conversations, we have up to 10 participants and we learn to speak and listen from the heart.
Whether you’re looking to deepen your relationships, gather wisdom or build new connections, you'll always walk away with more than you came with.
Join our growing community!
Circle practice is in our bones; most people describe their first experience of sitting in circle as ‘coming home’. We all yearn to belong. Everyone’s story is unique and worthy of being shared and witnessed.
Circle practice has proven to enhance:
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empathy
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understanding of different perspectives and backgrounds
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creativity and innovation
- connection and collaboration
- focus and deep listening
all whilst cultivating a sense of belonging, trust and safety.
Join one of our upcoming Circle Gatherings. These Circles are everyone craving more intentional conversations as well for those who are simply Circle-curious.
In Circle we:
- Connect to ourselves and others in a deep, authentic way
- Cultivate our imagination
- Practice our capacity for non-judgment and true understanding
- Explore our ability to hold paradox
- Deepen our skills in witnessing, listening and reflecting
- Gain greater understanding of our own story
- Share in the moral beauty of others
- Boost our 'feel good' brain chemicals: oxytocin and dopamine
- Embody self-leadership and responsibility
- Celebrate vulnerability and the freedom it brings
- Spark our desire for co-creation and collaboration
- Honour an ancient and modern tradition
Meet your facilitators:
Hi, I'm Nele!
The practice of Circle changed my life and now I love sharing it with others.
I've had the enormous privilege of facilitating more than 1200 circles to participants in over 15 countries in the past 9 years. In 2018 I joined Snapchat to set up their Council (Circle) practice in APAC, a practice that contributed to a world class company culture. I've led global workshops, retreats and designed gatherings using Circle frameworks from 3 up to 250 people.
I'm passionate about reimagining how we gather in these times of collective uncertainty and transition. How we can build meaningful community outside of our homes.
I'm inspired by the wisdom of natural world, by ancient myths and traditions. My style of facilitating is grounded and real, with a hint of humour.
I look forward to seeing you in Circle!
Hi, I'm Luke
I'm a passionate facilitator dedicated to improving mental health and wellbeing. My expertise in holding space for others stems from my own personal transformational experiences, which I bring to my work by facilitating men's circles. As the visionary behind Elysium gatherings, I create events where participants can connect with their true selves through art, music, learning and dance.
I'm adventurous and wild yet have learned to harness a more grounded way of being, through deep listening and sharing. My emphasis on story telling in the circle process, allows for myself and others to access a deeper understanding of themselves and the world around them. By embracing vulnerability and authenticity in the circle, I help participants to tap into their innate wisdom and intuition.
'Nele's facilitation will stay with me forever and has thoroughly changed the way I communicate and hold space for others. Her ability to read the field, engage and lead is first class and her enthusiasm about the practice infectious. I would highly recommend experiencing her facilitation to anyone who is passionate about growing personally. '
Rebecca T
'Nele is an incredible facilitator who throws her entire being into the process of Circle. She is a force of nature that leads the sharing process in both strength and vulnerability. There is real authentic depth and wisdom here. I recommend joining her with any and all of her offerings she may present to you. Join her. You will realise your luck when you do.'