Perhaps because I am an ESL speaker, but the concept of 'state' doesn’t resonate with me. Instead of asking, 'What state would you like to be in at the end of the session?' could we use, 'How would you like to feel by the end of this session?'
How would you start a meeting where you know you will tackle a sensitive subject, where possibly emotions will get high? I always struggle to find the appropriate check-in...
A mentor once said to me that "once you say something, half the power leaves it." So would simply acknowledge that this gathering/discussion may be very difficult for some of you. And because of that...here is my intention: [fill in your "so that" intent statement that ensures their safety and a discussion that elevates the common good]. A bit of philosophy blended with a bit of practical there. Obviously if I knew all the context, I'm sure I'd have other thoughts as well.
Perhaps because I am an ESL speaker, but the concept of 'state' doesn’t resonate with me. Instead of asking, 'What state would you like to be in at the end of the session?' could we use, 'How would you like to feel by the end of this session?'
How would you start a meeting where you know you will tackle a sensitive subject, where possibly emotions will get high? I always struggle to find the appropriate check-in...
A mentor once said to me that "once you say something, half the power leaves it." So would simply acknowledge that this gathering/discussion may be very difficult for some of you. And because of that...here is my intention: [fill in your "so that" intent statement that ensures their safety and a discussion that elevates the common good].
A bit of philosophy blended with a bit of practical there. Obviously if I knew all the context, I'm sure I'd have other thoughts as well.