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Lots of people are ready to talk about where they live,  how they live there, and to consider what might be their optimal living arrangement at their stage in life.

At the first housing mixer on July 26th, in collaboration with Transition Rogers Park and Mess Hall participants had thoughtful questions, observations, discussions and requests for more mixers.

One participant noted that living with others requires a level of emotional maturity that sometimes is beyond our reach. The prospect of living with emotional immaturity and the attendant drama is chilling.

As people sort out their options in this very uncertain time, participating in a listening circle is a timely idea. Parker Palmer’s book, Hidden Wholeness, describes the profound change that can from from them.

These circles are a potentially powerful tool for personal growth because the your participation is entirely voluntary saying as much or as little as you wish, without advice, feedback or commentary from anyone. As you talk and hear yourself, the profound wisdom that is within you has a chance to come forward. You then have access to a higher version of yourself.

Cornerstones of the listening circles are that advice from anyone is expressly prohibited and all proceedings are held in the highest confidence. Another advantage is that the cost is low and possibly even free. Listening circles need trained facilitators and the fee is mutually determined.

In this safe environment you hear yourself think without judgement. In the process, you become more centered and whole.

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