The Circle (for meetings/gatherings)

A deliberate seating arrangement where everyone is equally visible and heard, without a head or a foot, fostering connection, trust, and deeper relationships. This practice became a cornerstone for full group gatherings. It instinctively promotes togetherness, removes barriers, and encourages eye contact, signaling that everyone is an integral part of the conversation. Over time, it helps build confidence for more members of the group to speak up as relationships and trust grow. It is seen as an "antidote to the coercive power of the triangle or hierarchy".