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Even on Saturday afternoon, when you have the best group of women gathered in one place, a baby or bridal shower still feels so...well...what if it's out of date? No amount of bottomless mimosa can stir these stilt parties to this day (trust me, I have tried it). Nevertheless, I still can't figure out why I don't like these coming-of-age gifts so much. That is, until, instead of baby showering, I was invited to my first female circle.
Women’s circles can have many things, but the most important thing is that this is a designated time to create a safe space (yes, usually sitting in a circle) to make yourself vulnerable, feel empowered, and even Provide some treatment through guidance, casual, and discourse. Although my first female circle was last month, these types of public equality gatherings are ancient, such as pre-patriarchy. Many indigenous cultures are still practicing their traditions, respecting sacred women and/or enjoying the power of the community Beyond the dominant patriarchal culture.
Secular, ad hoc women’s circles originate from these events and are driven by the host’s intentions, whether it’s establishing connections between groups of new friends, learning new things, sharing experiences, or consciously celebrating a milestone (for example, a baby or marriage). ) Even discuss the latest Sally Rooney novel (think of it as a book club, but your heart is on the table).
My purpose in going to the women's circle is to create a positive and powerful space for my friend's upcoming baby. Another friend conducted a guided meditation and yoga stream, and finally gave everyone the opportunity to share some wisdom about friendship and parenting. I personally like it as a substitute for a baby shower, because it is not the pomp and environment of the crates and buckets of the location card and the leaning tower, but a gift that recognizes the power and sacrifice of motherhood and our friendship.
But most importantly, it happened on Zoom, which shows that the female circle can do whatever they want, whatever they want. If you want to host a female circle at a traditional baby shower, then do it! (Girl, take your gift!) If you want to practice hypnotic childbirth and then share how you plan to abolish patriarchy, then do it. If you want to stand by to eat little Caesar and connect with friends, come on.
Do not! As long as you believe that they will respect your intentions for the party, you can invite anyone you want. Don't like the name "women's circle"? Feel free to change it. The only direct line is for you to gather a group of people together to create a safe space where you can be seen and heard.
Want to try it? The preparation is simple:
1. Design around an intent: what do you want to keep? An intent can be as abstract as the word "authorize!" Or it can be as specific as a "new vegetarian recipe". If your goal is to "invigorate", maybe you can let your guests share their motivations, followed by a 15-minute dance party with your carefully curated 90s pop music playlist.
2. Set the time and place: where will this happen? Is it important to be close to nature in a botanical garden? Or is this a group of friends who now live all over the world can only meet through Zoom? You also want to set a convenient time so that your invitees can actually attend.
3. Invite around your intentions: Of course, your guest list can be big or small, but to establish connections and create a safe space, between 10 and 15 people seem to be the ideal choice.
4. Let people know what will happen: This may be Jenny's first female circle. When you ask her blank, she may start to panic, "What advice do you have for mom?" on the spot. Prepare the participants and make them feel comfortable—whether it means they are ready to share their deepest secrets, or they just know to show up in yoga pants.
5. Go with the flow: There is no perfect circle of women. It's okay if you forget to bring a candle lighter. It has nothing to do with the atmosphere; it is about facilitating connection. Yes, if there is a mimosa, it is also great.
Related: What is Vedic astrology (is it more accurate than Western astrology)?
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