What is a Healing Circle?
A space for teachers and school leaders to transform school culture and their well-being through community care.
The Heart of our Work
Healing Circles (Circle) are the heart and structure of our work.
Guided by skilled facilitators known as Circle Keepers, each Circle incorporates tailored practices, including:
- Grounding mindfulness practices
- Writing exercises
- Restorative breakout discussions
Within these Circles, mental and emotional well-being become collective priorities amongst teachers, nurtured by empathy, belonging, and open dialogue.
Rooted in Black and Indigenous traditions, these Circles have been proven to significantly enhance the quality of life and improve mental health outcomes.
“The whole session was great.
The best part was writing the YOU poem to myself.
It helped me stand in my power.”
— New Jersey Teacher
Each Circle has a Theme
Through radical imagination we explore new topics to generate ideas about where we can shift culture to better reflect community care.
The Power of the Settled Body
Experience the power of the settled body. Explore the necessary conditions for settling your own body, and commit to creating and reflect on how to create this consistently.
Rest as Resistance
Learn about the seven forms of rest. In order to rest and feel refreshed, we first have to acknowledge the form of rest our body and mind requires, creating a space for healing and personal growth.
Dreaming as Liberation
Spend time envisioning your ideal future state, and take actionable steps to make it a reality. Discover the power of your own agency to create meaningful change across all aspects of life.
Celebration and Joy
Reflect on your recent accomplishments, inviting joy and celebration for small and big wins. Together, we commit to daily moments of self-celebration as a catalyst for continuous fulfillment.
We hope you leave feeling more connected to yourself, your colleagues and experience the transformative power of a healing circle to sustain your work in this challenging field.