The Four Necessary Conditions to Cultivate Connection, Safety, and Belonging
Understanding Self
Here we practice introducing ourselves, sharing what is on our hearts, and learning about the four perspectives.
Love-Based Practice
Here we reflect on how we are showing up, delegating work, and completing tasks. Are we operating from a place of fear and control or love, trust and faith?
Patience
As we develop new skills and learn to reprogram our thoughts, beliefs, and approaches, we practice patience for ourselves, our peers and those who present different opinions than us.
Listening with Discipline
Do we know how to listen without cross-talk? Do we catch ourselves interrupting to share our thoughts and ideas? Are we able to pause before jumping in?
Leadership Programs
One-to-one Mentorship
For those who have completed an Intro to Cultivating Safe Spaces, I offer one-on-one sessions to deepen your practice. These can be bundled for cost savings.
Walking in Pairs
An extension of an incomplete Masters of Applied Arts degree and thesis work.
Upcoming Events
NOVEMBER 16 @ 10:00 am (online)
CSS Intro Plus: Love-Based Practice
JANUARY 18 @ 10:00 am (online)
CSS Intro Plus: Patience
Archive
Past Events
A look back at our previous training sessions and events, newest first.
SEPTEMBER 14 & 15
Loving Justice Conference Workshop: Intro to CSS - Understanding Self
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What I thought would be a circle for 30 participants ballooned to 90+ in minutes. We made room for everyone to join in the circle as I shared who I am, what was on my heart, and encouraged everyone who joined to do the same. We held space for those who became dysregulated, ensuring they felt heard and supported as they shared. We practiced disciplined listening and staying present during a short time frame. A second session was added to review the framework and the four perspectives.
Virtual Circle: Intro to CSS - Understanding Self with mentor Casey Holmes
SEPTEMBER 12
We practiced vulnerability, showing up as we are, holding space, and listening with discipline. Casey shared stories of judgment and shame, of paying attention, and of the responsibility we have to ourselves, the land, and each other. Two cats joined as well.
Ten junior leaders from Upper Nicola participated in four three-hour sessions over two weeks. Students built confidence speaking up in circle, sharing with vulnerability and moving through discomfort. They also practiced listening with discipline and sharing back to the larger group. We discussed the difference between being uncomfortable and being unsafe. The final activity included working with clay, so each student could take something they made home with them.
2-week CSS for Junior Leaders
AUGUST 4 - 13
Success Stories
01
"I thought Lacey was very well-spoken; she is easy to listen to. I enjoyed smaller groups, as it is easier to share. Overall, everything was great! Lacey was able to accommodate everyone."
KC - CSS Junior Leader participant
02
"It helped me be able to ground myself more. I am listening more and paying more attention."
ST - CSS Junior Leader participant
03
"I personally loved the course! It was amazing!
I saw no flaws or anything that needed to be changed. One suggestion is to host larger groups as I thought people shared more in larger groups.
Overall, I loved the experience."
RT - CSS Junior Leader participant
