But only after we have spoken to be understood and listened to understand. The circle doesn't need to be like-minded, but it needs to be mutually respectful. Each person takes responsibility for asking the circle for what she wants and needs. This avoids power struggles and personal drama as ways of getting attention. The group contracts for how the purpose of the circle will be carried out.
Contracts are always updateable.
The way the circle is maintained grows out of shared responsibility. All rights reserved.