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Integration Circle Burnout - A New Time for Meetups! - Red Things on Tuesday
Integration Circle Burnout - a New Time for MeetupsI've been leading free integration circles regularly for over 8 years. First monthly in person in Marin, then weekly online when the pandemic hit. It's rewarding. I've made lasting friendships. People in the circles have made lasting friendships. Folks have let me know that they've really helped and supported them. They've been special. But a year or so ago, I got a little burned out on them. I guess it happens sometimes. I've got to be honest, I just don't have it in me to do them in the evening any more. I've got a busier load of teaching and clients than when I started, and two additional children. To be honest, I'd rather be reading them bedtime stories. But the circles are valuable, so I'm moving them to the day. It's the way it's got to be right now. So, starting tomorrow, I'll be hosting 60-minute integration circles on the 1st and 3rd Mondays of the month. They will be at 3pm Eastern, Noon Pacific. As always, they are free of charge, and donations are gratefully accepted. I've also incorporated the circles into my learning platform. One of the big requests I've gotten over the years is a chat for people to stay in contact with each other in between circles. This has one built in. You can join here: https://sqr.co/tamcircle/ This will have the calendar for the open circles, as well as the Women's circles that are still being expertly run by Robin and Alyssa, Thursdays at 9pm Eastern 6pm Pacific. Thank you, and look forward to seeing you there. best, Daniel DisclaimerNothing in this email should be considered medical or legal advice. We're not suggesting that you break any laws or do anything dangerous. This email is offered as education and entertainment in the spirit of harm reduction. Consult medical and legal professionals if you have questions. Sometimes, there are affiliate links in this email. It helps support this project. Thank you! |
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