Re: Virgin OSer needs reassurance!
Great stuff Joanna, obviously you are the only one who thought something was screwed up - looks to me like it worked just fine for the group - at the end of the day that's who it is for. Well done, thanks for taking the time to share with the rest of us, Jane Jane Quinn miworld consultancy limited miworld, miresponsibility ' 0131 669 8911 Mob 0783 454 2686 fax 0131 669 2943 * <mailto:j...@miworld.org.uk> j...@miworld.org.uk web<http://www.miworld.org.uk/> www.miworld.org.uk Member of BNI Dunedin, Chapter of the Year for 2005 for BNI South & East Scotland -Original Message- From: OSLIST [mailto:osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu] On Behalf Of Joanna Fletcher Sent: 06 September 2006 01:41 To: osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu Subject: Re: Virgin OSer needs reassurance! Hey gang! First of all, THANKS for the awesome support and reminders that I didnt really have to DO anything. I screwed up the script hugely; I was not very grounded; my theme statement was less than inspiring. And it still worked. In spades. They came up with the most incredible titles and ideas. I was bursting with joy at their creativity and deep engagement with the theme. I had a lot of people ask me questions and I just parroted back a principle or the law. Then I turned it over to the group and LEFT THE ROOM. As I walked out the door, I heard people yell WAIT! Hey! What . And I kept walking, repeating the mantra, trust the group, trust the group, trust the group. I found a chair and ate a banana, heart racing, visions of being fired dancing in my head. Five minutes later, I walked back in and everything was working just fine a couple of groups in the corridor, some in the room, some outside. They produced awesome feedback and we have a clear place to go for the next class. Here it is; like everything else, the first time is the hardest, and I cant wait to do it again with a different group tomorrow. Many many thanks and blessings to you all, Joanna Fletcher Lion Life Coaching j...@lionlifecoaching.com 604-340-1855 www.lionlifecoaching.com _ From: OSLIST [mailto:osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu] On Behalf Of Bui K. Petersen Sent: September 5, 2006 2:19 PM To: osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu Subject: Re: Virgin OSer needs reassurance! Joanna's situation sounds lot like I expect mine to be when I organize my own first OS (hopefully soon). Since I am newbie myself, it is also very encouraging for me to see the level of support expressed here. Thanks Búi Joanna Fletcher wrote: Any hot tips for a newbie? I am planning my first OS tomorrow as part of an Interpersonal Communications course. We have two hours and a burning question; we have the space and I've been meditating like crazy. And yet...I'm still terrified. My real fear is that all the students won't get it. I desperately want to let go and let it happen, and I'm worried about what will happen when I do. Breathing, Joanna Fletcher Lion Life Coaching j...@lionlifecoaching.com 604-340-1855 www.lionlifecoaching.com * * == osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu -- To subscribe, unsubscribe, change your options, view the archives of osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu: http://listserv.boisestate.edu/archives/oslist.html To learn about OpenSpaceEmailLists and OSLIST FAQs: http://www.openspaceworld.org/oslist -- Búi K. Petersen, Cert. ConRes. mediator and facilitator c.solutions Vancouver, B.C. Canada Phone: 604.724.4954 Web: www.buildconsensus.ca * * == osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu -- To subscribe, unsubscribe, change your options, view the archives of osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu: http://listserv.boisestate.edu/archives/oslist.html To learn about OpenSpaceEmailLists and OSLIST FAQs: http://www.openspaceworld.org/oslist * * == osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu -- To subscribe, unsubscribe, change your options, view the archives of osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu: http://listserv.boisestate.edu/archives/oslist.html To learn about OpenSpaceEmailLists and OSLIST FAQs: http://www.openspaceworld.org/oslist * * == osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu -- To subscribe, unsubscribe, change your options, view the archives of osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu: http://listserv.boisestate.edu/archives/oslist.html To learn about OpenSpaceEmailLists and OSLIST FAQs: http://www.openspaceworld.org/oslist
Re: Virgin OSer needs reassurance!
Congratulations! Well done Joanna sounds like you are on your way now good luck with the next one! _ From: OSLIST [mailto:osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu] On Behalf Of Joanna Fletcher Sent: 05 September 2006 17:41 To: osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu Subject: Re: Virgin OSer needs reassurance! Hey gang! First of all, THANKS for the awesome support and reminders that I didnt really have to DO anything. I screwed up the script hugely; I was not very grounded; my theme statement was less than inspiring. And it still worked. In spades. They came up with the most incredible titles and ideas. I was bursting with joy at their creativity and deep engagement with the theme. I had a lot of people ask me questions and I just parroted back a principle or the law. Then I turned it over to the group and LEFT THE ROOM. As I walked out the door, I heard people yell WAIT! Hey! What . And I kept walking, repeating the mantra, trust the group, trust the group, trust the group. I found a chair and ate a banana, heart racing, visions of being fired dancing in my head. Five minutes later, I walked back in and everything was working just fine a couple of groups in the corridor, some in the room, some outside. They produced awesome feedback and we have a clear place to go for the next class. Here it is; like everything else, the first time is the hardest, and I cant wait to do it again with a different group tomorrow. Many many thanks and blessings to you all, Joanna Fletcher Lion Life Coaching j...@lionlifecoaching.com 604-340-1855 www.lionlifecoaching.com _ From: OSLIST [mailto:osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu] On Behalf Of Bui K. Petersen Sent: September 5, 2006 2:19 PM To: osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu Subject: Re: Virgin OSer needs reassurance! Joanna's situation sounds lot like I expect mine to be when I organize my own first OS (hopefully soon). Since I am newbie myself, it is also very encouraging for me to see the level of support expressed here. Thanks Búi Joanna Fletcher wrote: Any hot tips for a newbie? I am planning my first OS tomorrow as part of an Interpersonal Communications course. We have two hours and a burning question; we have the space and I've been meditating like crazy. And yet...I'm still terrified. My real fear is that all the students won't get it. I desperately want to let go and let it happen, and I'm worried about what will happen when I do. Breathing, Joanna Fletcher Lion Life Coaching j...@lionlifecoaching.com 604-340-1855 www.lionlifecoaching.com * * == osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu -- To subscribe, unsubscribe, change your options, view the archives of osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu: http://listserv.boisestate.edu/archives/oslist.html To learn about OpenSpaceEmailLists and OSLIST FAQs: http://www.openspaceworld.org/oslist -- Búi K. Petersen, Cert. ConRes. mediator and facilitator c.solutions Vancouver, B.C. Canada Phone: 604.724.4954 Web: www.buildconsensus.ca * * == osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu -- To subscribe, unsubscribe, change your options, view the archives of osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu: http://listserv.boisestate.edu/archives/oslist.html To learn about OpenSpaceEmailLists and OSLIST FAQs: http://www.openspaceworld.org/oslist * * == osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu -- To subscribe, unsubscribe, change your options, view the archives of osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu: http://listserv.boisestate.edu/archives/oslist.html To learn about OpenSpaceEmailLists and OSLIST FAQs: http://www.openspaceworld.org/oslist * * == osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu -- To subscribe, unsubscribe, change your options, view the archives of osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu: http://listserv.boisestate.edu/archives/oslist.html To learn about OpenSpaceEmailLists and OSLIST FAQs: http://www.openspaceworld.org/oslist
Re: Virgin OSer needs reassurance!
Hey gang! First of all, THANKS for the awesome support and reminders that I didnt really have to DO anything. I screwed up the script hugely; I was not very grounded; my theme statement was less than inspiring. And it still worked. In spades. They came up with the most incredible titles and ideas. I was bursting with joy at their creativity and deep engagement with the theme. I had a lot of people ask me questions and I just parroted back a principle or the law. Then I turned it over to the group and LEFT THE ROOM. As I walked out the door, I heard people yell WAIT! Hey! What . And I kept walking, repeating the mantra, trust the group, trust the group, trust the group. I found a chair and ate a banana, heart racing, visions of being fired dancing in my head. Five minutes later, I walked back in and everything was working just fine a couple of groups in the corridor, some in the room, some outside. They produced awesome feedback and we have a clear place to go for the next class. Here it is; like everything else, the first time is the hardest, and I cant wait to do it again with a different group tomorrow. Many many thanks and blessings to you all, Joanna Fletcher Lion Life Coaching j...@lionlifecoaching.com 604-340-1855 www.lionlifecoaching.com _ From: OSLIST [mailto:osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu] On Behalf Of Bui K. Petersen Sent: September 5, 2006 2:19 PM To: osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu Subject: Re: Virgin OSer needs reassurance! Joanna's situation sounds lot like I expect mine to be when I organize my own first OS (hopefully soon). Since I am newbie myself, it is also very encouraging for me to see the level of support expressed here. Thanks Búi Joanna Fletcher wrote: Any hot tips for a newbie? I am planning my first OS tomorrow as part of an Interpersonal Communications course. We have two hours and a burning question; we have the space and I've been meditating like crazy. And yet...I'm still terrified. My real fear is that all the students won't get it. I desperately want to let go and let it happen, and I'm worried about what will happen when I do. Breathing, Joanna Fletcher Lion Life Coaching j...@lionlifecoaching.com 604-340-1855 www.lionlifecoaching.com * * == osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu -- To subscribe, unsubscribe, change your options, view the archives of osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu: http://listserv.boisestate.edu/archives/oslist.html To learn about OpenSpaceEmailLists and OSLIST FAQs: http://www.openspaceworld.org/oslist -- Búi K. Petersen, Cert. ConRes. mediator and facilitator c.solutions Vancouver, B.C. Canada Phone: 604.724.4954 Web: www.buildconsensus.ca * * == osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu -- To subscribe, unsubscribe, change your options, view the archives of osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu: http://listserv.boisestate.edu/archives/oslist.html To learn about OpenSpaceEmailLists and OSLIST FAQs: http://www.openspaceworld.org/oslist * * == osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu -- To subscribe, unsubscribe, change your options, view the archives of osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu: http://listserv.boisestate.edu/archives/oslist.html To learn about OpenSpaceEmailLists and OSLIST FAQs: http://www.openspaceworld.org/oslist
Re: Virgin OSer needs reassurance!
Yeah! Thanks for letting us know how it wentIm so happy for you and your group :-) Best, Karen Karen Sella HYPERLINK "http://www.luminacoaching.com"www.luminacoaching.com HYPERLINK "http://www.lumina.typepad.com"www.lumina.typepad.com Phone: 1.206.780.2998 Skype: karensella lumina fr. L. light, air, opening... _ From: OSLIST [mailto:osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu] On Behalf Of Joanna Fletcher Sent: Tuesday, September 05, 2006 5:41 PM To: osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu Subject: Re: Virgin OSer needs reassurance! Hey gang! First of all, THANKS for the awesome support and reminders that I didnt really have to DO anything. I screwed up the script hugely; I was not very grounded; my theme statement was less than inspiring. And it still worked. In spades. They came up with the most incredible titles and ideas. I was bursting with joy at their creativity and deep engagement with the theme. I had a lot of people ask me questions and I just parroted back a principle or the law. Then I turned it over to the group and LEFT THE ROOM. As I walked out the door, I heard people yell WAIT! Hey! What . And I kept walking, repeating the mantra, trust the group, trust the group, trust the group. I found a chair and ate a banana, heart racing, visions of being fired dancing in my head. Five minutes later, I walked back in and everything was working just fine a couple of groups in the corridor, some in the room, some outside. They produced awesome feedback and we have a clear place to go for the next class. Here it is; like everything else, the first time is the hardest, and I cant wait to do it again with a different group tomorrow. Many many thanks and blessings to you all, Joanna Fletcher Lion Life Coaching j...@lionlifecoaching.com 604-340-1855 www.lionlifecoaching.com _ From: OSLIST [mailto:osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu] On Behalf Of Bui K. Petersen Sent: September 5, 2006 2:19 PM To: osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu Subject: Re: Virgin OSer needs reassurance! Joanna's situation sounds lot like I expect mine to be when I organize my own first OS (hopefully soon). Since I am newbie myself, it is also very encouraging for me to see the level of support expressed here. Thanks Búi Joanna Fletcher wrote: Any hot tips for a newbie? I am planning my first OS tomorrow as part of an Interpersonal Communications course. We have two hours and a burning question; we have the space and I've been meditating like crazy. And yet...I'm still terrified. My real fear is that all the students won't get it. I desperately want to let go and let it happen, and I'm worried about what will happen when I do. Breathing, Joanna Fletcher Lion Life Coaching HYPERLINK "mailto:j...@lionlifecoaching.com"j...@lionlifecoaching.com 604-340-1855 HYPERLINK "http://www.lionlifecoaching.com"www.lionlifecoaching.com * * == HYPERLINK "mailto:osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu"osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu -- To subscribe, unsubscribe, change your options, view the archives of HYPERLINK "mailto:osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu:"osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu: HYPERLINK "http://listserv.boisestate.edu/archives/oslist.html"http://listserv.boisest ate.edu/archives/oslist.html To learn about OpenSpaceEmailLists and OSLIST FAQs: HYPERLINK "http://www.openspaceworld.org/oslist"http://www.openspaceworld.org/oslist -- Búi K. Petersen, Cert. ConRes. mediator and facilitator c.solutions Vancouver, B.C. Canada Phone: 604.724.4954 Web: HYPERLINK "http://www.buildconsensus.ca"www.buildconsensus.ca * * == osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu -- To subscribe, unsubscribe, change your options, view the archives of osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu: http://listserv.boisestate.edu/archives/oslist.html To learn about OpenSpaceEmailLists and OSLIST FAQs: http://www.openspaceworld.org/oslist * * == osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu -- To subscribe, unsubscribe, change your options, view the archives of osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu: http://listserv.boisestate.edu/archives/oslist.html To learn about OpenSpaceEmailLists and OSLIST FAQs: http://www.openspaceworld.org/oslist -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.405 / Virus Database: 268.11.7/437 - Release Date: 9/4/2006 -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.405 / Virus Database: 268.11.7/437 - Release Date: 9/4/2006 * * == osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu -
Re: Virgin OSer needs reassurance!
Joanna's situation sounds lot like I expect mine to be when I organize my own first OS (hopefully soon). Since I am newbie myself, it is also very encouraging for me to see the level of support expressed here. Thanks Búi Joanna Fletcher wrote: Any hot tips for a newbie? I am planning my first OS tomorrow as part of an Interpersonal Communications course. We have two hours and a burning question; we have the space and I've been meditating like crazy. And yet...I'm still terrified. My real fear is that all the students won't get it. I desperately want to let go and let it happen, and I'm worried about what will happen when I do. Breathing, Joanna Fletcher Lion Life Coaching j...@lionlifecoaching.com 604-340-1855 www.lionlifecoaching.com * * == osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu -- To subscribe, unsubscribe, change your options, view the archives of osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu: http://listserv.boisestate.edu/archives/oslist.html To learn about OpenSpaceEmailLists and OSLIST FAQs: http://www.openspaceworld.org/oslist -- Búi K. Petersen, Cert. ConRes. mediator and facilitator c.solutions Vancouver, B.C. Canada Phone: 604.724.4954 Web: www.buildconsensus.ca * * == osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu -- To subscribe, unsubscribe, change your options, view the archives of osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu: http://listserv.boisestate.edu/archives/oslist.html To learn about OpenSpaceEmailLists and OSLIST FAQs: http://www.openspaceworld.org/oslist
Re: Virgin OSer needs reassurance!
Hello Joanna Open Space is just as you mention... fear, excitment, worries and later on, you will bring a new baby to life! What I have learnt as an OS practitioner, consultant, university professor, telemarketing instructor (would not like to mention marriage consultant) is that no matter how big your fear and worries are, act in a way no one else notices it!. Other hint is *do not take care of logistics*. Will mail a file where I have marked some usful paragraphs. Best wishes and lots of success! Jaime * * == osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu -- To subscribe, unsubscribe, change your options, view the archives of osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu: http://listserv.boisestate.edu/archives/oslist.html To learn about OpenSpaceEmailLists and OSLIST FAQs: http://www.openspaceworld.org/oslist
Re: Virgin OSer needs reassurance!
Hello Joanna, welcome to this space! My biggest comfort is to believe that "whatever happens is the only thing that could" and really trust that everyone will experience exactly what they need to. I don't think our, as facilitators, task/goal should be to make sure that the participants get it; it is more that we make sure the space is open so that everyone gets what they need to get out of this experience. Enjoy! filiz -Original Message- From: Joanna Fletcher [mailto:j...@lionlifecoaching.com] Sent: Tuesday, September 05, 2006 1:50 AM To: osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu Subject: Virgin OSer needs reassurance! Any hot tips for a newbie? I am planning my first OS tomorrow as part of an Interpersonal Communications course. We have two hours and a burning question; we have the space and I've been meditating like crazy. And yet...I'm still terrified. My real fear is that all the students won't get it. I desperately want to let go and let it happen, and I'm worried about what will happen when I do. Breathing, Joanna Fletcher Lion Life Coaching j...@lionlifecoaching.com 604-340-1855 www.lionlifecoaching.com * * == osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu -- To subscribe, unsubscribe, change your options, view the archives of osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu: http://listserv.boisestate.edu/archives/oslist.html To learn about OpenSpaceEmailLists and OSLIST FAQs: http://www.openspaceworld.org/oslist __ NOD32 1.1713 (20060817) Information __ This message was checked by NOD32 antivirus system. http://www.eset.com * * == osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu -- To subscribe, unsubscribe, change your options, view the archives of osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu: http://listserv.boisestate.edu/archives/oslist.html To learn about OpenSpaceEmailLists and OSLIST FAQs: http://www.openspaceworld.org/oslist
Re: Virgin OSer needs reassurance!
Hi Joanna, "My real fear is that all the students won't get it. " the students won't get "what"? don't make it a big thing in your mind that's an easy and simple method, everybody gets it. take it easy and let them discover their rhythm. good luck funda - Original Message - From: "Joanna Fletcher" To: Sent: Tuesday, September 05, 2006 1:50 AM Subject: Virgin OSer needs reassurance! Any hot tips for a newbie? I am planning my first OS tomorrow as part of an Interpersonal Communications course. We have two hours and a burning question; we have the space and I've been meditating like crazy. And yet...I'm still terrified. My real fear is that all the students won't get it. I desperately want to let go and let it happen, and I'm worried about what will happen when I do. Breathing, Joanna Fletcher Lion Life Coaching j...@lionlifecoaching.com 604-340-1855 www.lionlifecoaching.com * * == osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu -- To subscribe, unsubscribe, change your options, view the archives of osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu: http://listserv.boisestate.edu/archives/oslist.html To learn about OpenSpaceEmailLists and OSLIST FAQs: http://www.openspaceworld.org/oslist * * == osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu -- To subscribe, unsubscribe, change your options, view the archives of osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu: http://listserv.boisestate.edu/archives/oslist.html To learn about OpenSpaceEmailLists and OSLIST FAQs: http://www.openspaceworld.org/oslist
Re: Virgin OSer needs reassurance!
And when you step out of the circle and let go, it all happens! It is a magical moment - enjoy it!! -Original Message- From: OSLIST [mailto:osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu] On Behalf Of Joanna Fletcher Sent: 04 September 2006 15:50 To: osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu Subject: Virgin OSer needs reassurance! Any hot tips for a newbie? I am planning my first OS tomorrow as part of an Interpersonal Communications course. We have two hours and a burning question; we have the space and I've been meditating like crazy. And yet...I'm still terrified. My real fear is that all the students won't get it. I desperately want to let go and let it happen, and I'm worried about what will happen when I do. Breathing, Joanna Fletcher Lion Life Coaching j...@lionlifecoaching.com 604-340-1855 www.lionlifecoaching.com * * == osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu -- To subscribe, unsubscribe, change your options, view the archives of osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu: http://listserv.boisestate.edu/archives/oslist.html To learn about OpenSpaceEmailLists and OSLIST FAQs: http://www.openspaceworld.org/oslist * * == osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu -- To subscribe, unsubscribe, change your options, view the archives of osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu: http://listserv.boisestate.edu/archives/oslist.html To learn about OpenSpaceEmailLists and OSLIST FAQs: http://www.openspaceworld.org/oslist
Re: Virgin OSer needs reassurance!
Joanna: Add just to add a slighty different take on these great comments... Don't worry...YOU'LL get it too! Have fun and please give us the story! Chris On 9/5/06, kerry napuk wrote: Dear Joanna and Jasmine I feel the hardest task of a facilitator is to* let go and give up any notion of control*. After all, it is the participants' event, not yours. They own the process and the outcomes. You are just there to show them how it works. So, advice about trusting the process is spot on. But, more important, trust yourself! As Harrison says, if you have a good heart and know about the process, it will be fine. Brian Bainbridge gave me comfort at one OSonOS by saying that he always forgot to mention something during the introduction but the process always worked. So, don't worry about that either. People have an innate desire to engage with each other and society has created structures and organisations to stop this happening. Once space is opened, therefore, Harrison advises you to just get out of the way - human nature will do everything else! Convergence is another topic with many different views. We prefer voting by dots to create priority issues and taking the priorities with any other issues that emerge into action planning. The more time you have, the more time for planning and creation of action teams. Good luck and let the OSLIST know how you get on. Kind regards Kerry Open Futures Edinburgh Scotland www.openfutures.com * * == osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu -- To subscribe, unsubscribe, change your options, view the archives of osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu: http://listserv.boisestate.edu/archives/oslist.html To learn about OpenSpaceEmailLists and OSLIST FAQs: http://www.openspaceworld.org/oslist -- CHRIS CORRIGAN Consultation - Facilitation Open Space Technology Join us for the Art of Hosting Meaningful Conversations training, September 24-27, Bowen Island, BC: http://www.chriscorrigan.com/wiki/pmwiki.php?n=Main.ArtOfHosting Weblog: http://www.chriscorrigan.com/parkinglot Site: http://www.chriscorrigan.com Open Space Resources: http://tinyurl.com/r94tj * * == osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu -- To subscribe, unsubscribe, change your options, view the archives of osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu: http://listserv.boisestate.edu/archives/oslist.html To learn about OpenSpaceEmailLists and OSLIST FAQs: http://www.openspaceworld.org/oslist
Re: Virgin OSer needs reassurance!
Joanna, I've done 3 two hour sessions with MBA students (Different group each time) in the past 6 months. They ALL "Got it" :-) They especially got it when the issue was burning and the space open. And I'm ALWAYS terrified the night before . . . But opening the space next day seems to calm me. You'll see some wonderful things happen. Best, b Website www.theowengroup.net Visit my BLOG @ http://creatingspaces.blogspot.com/ Barry Owen Principal Broker The Owen Group Keller Williams Realty - Green Hills Market Center 2209 Crestmoor Road Ste 210 Nashville, TN 37215 Direct - 615.568.2123 Toll Free 866.375.0965 Fax - 615.523.2462 Keller Williams Realty is a learning-based Training & Consulting Company supporting our Real Estate Professionals by offering business models, systems, tools, & support to Build Careers Worth Having, Businesses Worth Owning, and Lives worth living . . . We are THE fastest growing, most innovative real estate company in America. Check us out @ www.theowengroup.net OR www.geocities.com/barryo.geo -Original Message- From: OSLIST [mailto:osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu] On Behalf Of Joanna Fletcher Sent: Monday, September 04, 2006 5:50 PM To: osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu Subject: Virgin OSer needs reassurance! Any hot tips for a newbie? I am planning my first OS tomorrow as part of an Interpersonal Communications course. We have two hours and a burning question; we have the space and I've been meditating like crazy. And yet...I'm still terrified. My real fear is that all the students won't get it. I desperately want to let go and let it happen, and I'm worried about what will happen when I do. Breathing, Joanna Fletcher Lion Life Coaching j...@lionlifecoaching.com 604-340-1855 www.lionlifecoaching.com * * == osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu -- To subscribe, unsubscribe, change your options, view the archives of osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu: http://listserv.boisestate.edu/archives/oslist.html To learn about OpenSpaceEmailLists and OSLIST FAQs: http://www.openspaceworld.org/oslist -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.405 / Virus Database: 268.11.7/437 - Release Date: 9/4/2006 -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.405 / Virus Database: 268.11.7/437 - Release Date: 9/4/2006 * * == osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu -- To subscribe, unsubscribe, change your options, view the archives of osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu: http://listserv.boisestate.edu/archives/oslist.html To learn about OpenSpaceEmailLists and OSLIST FAQs: http://www.openspaceworld.org/oslist
Re: Virgin OSer needs reassurance!
Joanna-- My music teacher used to tell me that the terror I felt before a performance was just energy that did not yet have a place to flow. In my experience, most OS participants "get it" right away, and are only too happy to self-organize. Sometimes, a few may not, but there are plenty of others to help them find their way. There may be someone who is not comfortable releasing control over what is happening--this will be learning for them, or they just may not be able to participate at this time. Releasing my own attachment to controlling the outcome of the meeting is a powerful spiritual experience for me. And my own trust in the group to find their own way is probably my greatest contribution to "holding space." Like trying anything new, you won't know what it is really like until you try it--here's hoping that it will be a marvelous experience for you AND your students! Best wishes-- Joelle Everett * * == osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu -- To subscribe, unsubscribe, change your options, view the archives of osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu: http://listserv.boisestate.edu/archives/oslist.html To learn about OpenSpaceEmailLists and OSLIST FAQs: http://www.openspaceworld.org/oslist
Re: Virgin OSer needs reassurance!
They'll get it. No matter how much you meditate or don't, they'll get it. No matter how terrified or calm you are, they'll get it. No matter how they behave in the space that you hold for them, they will get it, even if they don't behave as you'd expect people that "get it" to do so. Be yourself and prepared to be surprised! peace, ted On 9/4/06, Joanna Fletcher wrote: Any hot tips for a newbie? I am planning my first OS tomorrow as part of an Interpersonal Communications course. We have two hours and a burning question; we have the space and I've been meditating like crazy. And yet...I'm still terrified. My real fear is that all the students won't get it. I desperately want to let go and let it happen, and I'm worried about what will happen when I do. Breathing, Joanna Fletcher Lion Life Coaching j...@lionlifecoaching.com 604-340-1855 www.lionlifecoaching.com * * == osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu -- To subscribe, unsubscribe, change your options, view the archives of osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu: http://listserv.boisestate.edu/archives/oslist.html To learn about OpenSpaceEmailLists and OSLIST FAQs: http://www.openspaceworld.org/oslist -- Humanize the Earth! http://tedernst.com Open more space! http://www.openspaceworld.org Housing Co-ops in Chicago: http://www.chicagocoop.net skype: TedErnst jabber: teder...@gmail.com * * == osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu -- To subscribe, unsubscribe, change your options, view the archives of osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu: http://listserv.boisestate.edu/archives/oslist.html To learn about OpenSpaceEmailLists and OSLIST FAQs: http://www.openspaceworld.org/oslist
Re: Virgin OSer needs reassurance!
Hi, Joanna -- Hmmm...seems a bit like the concern some of your coaching clients might have -- when they identify what they really know inside - what they can really be doing that makes their heart sing. I'm guessing perhaps that you coach them to trust the feeling inside, do some great preparation, then take the leap... ...which is what I am guessing you are doing. Trust the people, trust the process, trust that this is the time and you (and they) are in the right place...and...breathe... ...and tell us all how it goes. I hope the room won't feel crowded as we will all be there, supporting you. Lisa ___ L i s a H e f t Consultant, Facilitator, Educator O p e n i n g S p a c e lisah...@openingspace.net www.openingspace.net * * == osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu -- To subscribe, unsubscribe, change your options, view the archives of osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu: http://listserv.boisestate.edu/archives/oslist.html To learn about OpenSpaceEmailLists and OSLIST FAQs: http://www.openspaceworld.org/oslist
Re: Virgin OSer needs reassurance!
hi joanna. you're sure to get lots of encouragement from this list. it will go fine. it could be that some don't get it. but, some will and they'll get the ball rolling. one thing i usually share in the opening of group work goes something like this: "I ask that we see silence as a friend during our time together whether we're in small groups or in this large group. if silence comes, let's not feel like we need to chase it away, remembering that frequently, it's the nudgings of silence that bring into being ideas and voices which would've otherwise remained unspoken." once you share something like this, you and others might be able to rest at ease if silence happens, waiting for what it might bring. sometimes silence and pause doesn't happen. but if it does, it's nice when all can welcome it. look forward to hearing how it goes. john --- Joanna Fletcher wrote: > Any hot tips for a newbie? I am planning my first OS > tomorrow as part of an > Interpersonal Communications course. We have two > hours and a burning > question; we have the space and I've been meditating > like crazy. And > yet...I'm still terrified. > > My real fear is that all the students won't get it. > I desperately want to > let go and let it happen, and I'm worried about what > will happen when I do. > > Breathing, > > Joanna Fletcher > Lion Life Coaching > j...@lionlifecoaching.com > 604-340-1855 > www.lionlifecoaching.com > > * > * > == > osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu > -- > To subscribe, unsubscribe, change your options, > view the archives of osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu: > http://listserv.boisestate.edu/archives/oslist.html > > To learn about OpenSpaceEmailLists and OSLIST FAQs: > http://www.openspaceworld.org/oslist > http://circlesofchange.com participatory learning & leadership http://harvesttime.cc harvesting for justice that all may have enough http://beyondborders.net changing lives through education and exchange email: j...@johnengle.net telephone: 202-236-6532 John Engle P.O. Box 337 Hershey, PA 17033 * * == osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu -- To subscribe, unsubscribe, change your options, view the archives of osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu: http://listserv.boisestate.edu/archives/oslist.html To learn about OpenSpaceEmailLists and OSLIST FAQs: http://www.openspaceworld.org/oslist
Re: Virgin OSer needs reassurance!
Hi, Joanna, No hot tips, but rest assured that... You'll do it. They'll get it. Breathe and enjoy...whatever happens... All the best, Karen Karen Sella www.luminacoaching.com www.lumina.typepad.com Phone: 1.206.780.2998 Skype: karensella lumina fr. L. light, air, opening... -Original Message- From: OSLIST [mailto:osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu] On Behalf Of Joanna Fletcher Sent: Monday, September 04, 2006 3:50 PM To: osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu Subject: Virgin OSer needs reassurance! Any hot tips for a newbie? I am planning my first OS tomorrow as part of an Interpersonal Communications course. We have two hours and a burning question; we have the space and I've been meditating like crazy. And yet...I'm still terrified. My real fear is that all the students won't get it. I desperately want to let go and let it happen, and I'm worried about what will happen when I do. Breathing, Joanna Fletcher Lion Life Coaching j...@lionlifecoaching.com 604-340-1855 www.lionlifecoaching.com * * == osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu -- To subscribe, unsubscribe, change your options, view the archives of osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu: http://listserv.boisestate.edu/archives/oslist.html To learn about OpenSpaceEmailLists and OSLIST FAQs: http://www.openspaceworld.org/oslist -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.405 / Virus Database: 268.11.7/437 - Release Date: 9/4/2006 -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.405 / Virus Database: 268.11.7/437 - Release Date: 9/4/2006 * * == osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu -- To subscribe, unsubscribe, change your options, view the archives of osl...@listserv.boisestate.edu: http://listserv.boisestate.edu/archives/oslist.html To learn about OpenSpaceEmailLists and OSLIST FAQs: http://www.openspaceworld.org/oslist
