A circle of women can provide a container for emergence in a way that a woman alone or even a one-to-one relationship cannot. Intimate relationships and even friendships can break or at least be greatly strained by life changes. But from the combined wisdom and energy of a small group of women who are committed to "hearing each other into speech," continuity and trust can develop that can be relied on over the long term. And, witnessing each person's direct knowing of her truth can be empowered to live our own.
Excerpt: FEMININE FACE OF GOD
by Sherry Ruth Anderson and Patricia Hopkins
We do not evolve on our own. We stretch and grow through relationship with each other. As we sit together, we are like mirrors reflecting ourselves back to each other. What one woman learns in the presence of others is on some level experienced by all. What applies to one, is applicable to the other.
A circle of sisters gathered together offers unconditional love, encouragement, and truthful insight. When absent from the circle, one knows that in spirit a place is being held ... no matter how long away.
I am so deeply grateful for the women who I have been honored to accompany in a circle whether it has been in prayer, Reiki gathering, spiritual unfoldment or experiencing passages in life. The women who have been present in my life have made endless and unforgettable contributions that have helped me face the challenges placed upon my path.
My heart is eternally thankful for these 'sisters of my heart' who traveled with me, especially when there was a bend in the road or an impassable barrier. There have been a few women in particular who 'carried' me when I didn't have the strength to walk on my own.
"We women must listen to ourselves and to each other as the individual voice of each of us is born. We must learn ... to simply listen and be present to one another."
*** CIRCLE OF STONES by Judith Duerk
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