“All my life’s a circle…” – Harry Chapin
Though the circle Harry may have been referring to was more of a cyclical, seasonal one – I feel that right now all MY life is a circle in a different perspective…as two “circles” have absorbed me within their bounds — in an uplifting way!
By circle – I mean circle of friends, people, or a support group. By some quirk of fate or divine happening, I find myself part of this wonderful, energetically passionate and motivated Mastermind Group. Jack Canfield’s “The Success Principles” teachings are the inspiration for the coming together of this group, and we now have regular phone calls to connect us. Being part of this Circle, whose deep energy resonates with my own, is sublimely empowering! We support each other’s business and spiritual growth, share ways of overcoming our individual challenges and obstacles, and really listen attentively to each other’s goals and plans. We give boost and lift to each other’s dreams!
The other circle that just emerged in my life is something I have been considering for a long while. It is a monthly Reiki Circle (also considered a Reiki share or a healing circle.) While at another Reiki share in a different town, I met two women who are actually right from my own town, almost neighbors, and they are encouraging me to begin my own Circle. So I am currently working on guidelines and plans to set this up. Reiki practitioners will share mini-healing sessions with each other. We will also welcome participants who might benefit from a Reiki treatment.
Circles and groups can empower us, enlighten us and give us a sense of community. Like-minded individuals help validate our self-worth, as well as give us a feeling of belonging to something far greater than than just our individual viewpoint.
If you are working toward specific goals, consider starting or joining a Mastermind Group. You can meet in person or over the phone, and it can be at whatever frequency works for you – my group meets ever other week over the phone. Ideally, groups should be about 5 to 6 people, but my group happens to have nine. It’s helpful to have a Leader who will guide the group and provide organization and agendas for the meetings. Since there are nine members, we have agreed that for each meeting we will “spotlight” three people and give them our full focus and input. Everyone gets a turn!
So find a circle that will enhance your life, provide feedback, companionship, guidance — or whatever you are seeking!
