Members frequently express real feelings. Group starts itself at beginning of each meeting. Sometimes members openly disagree with me. Group has a tendency to want to remain after the time limit has passed. Group makes decisions without depending on me as the final judge.
Members are clear about the goals they seek.
Members speak up without asking my permission. Different individuals frequently lead the group's discussion. Members strive to listen to teach other without interrupting. Conflicts and disagreements arise, but people try to understand the nature of these and deal with them. Members often accept insights and information from other members.