Almost without exception, people soon get comfortable and participate in the group. Don't miss sessions if at all possible. If you do have to miss, please let the leader know in advance. Many people also find that the sessions they attended on a week when they didn't really feel like coming to group were among their most valuable. The group meeting times have already been set by the group leaders.
Groups work best when everybody arrives on time and the group finishes at the agreed upon time.
Your are encouraged to talk about them as directly as possible in group. Hostile expression of feelings, however, is seldom constructive for you or other group members. Your group leaders will help you and other group members to express difficult negative feelings in ways that are constructive and growth producing. We ask that all group members respect the confidentiality of group discussions. This is crucial to promote a trusting, safe environment.