Community Fireside Council

About this event

Community Fireside Council is a rare opportunity in our fast-paced world to slow down and be truly present. Experience the healing power of speaking and listening from the heart, witnessing and being seen, connecting with spirit and community…all within a guided and safe circle. We hope you will join us! Councils are held the second Monday of every month by trained volunteer facilitators. This is a free community event. Donations of $5 or more help us pay for the gathering space. Benefits of Sitting in Council According to Beyond Us and Them (formerly The Ojai Foundation), the practice of council fosters attentive listening and authentic expression. Some of the benefits they point to include: - giving voice to your story - practicing spontaneity and connection - suspending judgement - developing compassion for others - cultivating a positive response to stress - understanding the roots of anger