I agree that there some underlying principles (4 + a law) that create the conditions for real "open space" --- space that creates the conditions for spirit connected self-organizing. I think there are some rituals that make it more likely that the space will be deep and connected. However, rituals are culturally dependent and may need some modification-- and dependent on who is facilitating the open space. -- However, the principles and law (point to something that is deeper than an individual culture -- and work cross culturally. They are rooted in some aboriginal understandings that are accurate. Awareness of this, and non-attachement, help.
Larry
