Follow the Energy - Understanding the phenomena of emergence and group energy-- and then being willing to let go of control to let it flow; will get the facilitator in the right headspace for noticing whatever comes up.
Again, part of that choice point: is the group's energy in this new development, or is it mainly one person's hot spot? --Tree
The group's collective energy is an excellent indicator of whether to continue with content or process focus, or switch into the other --Sue
The group's energy tells you when which is needed; it might not be what you expected and then you need to respond to what it really is. (Tree) (Tom agrees)
It leads you to Em. --Tree (ditto, short and sweet -- Tom)
Feedback supports.... Following the Energy. - wiki ..............................Feedback tells you where the energy is to follow. --Tree
Is it working? Then great, go with it. --Tree
If you are in the flow, the group's energy will call you to what's next. -- Tom
A powerful inquiry will be framed according to where the group's attention wants to go. -- Tom
If group energy is getting too serious or solid in ways that interfere with productive work, a play break may be exactly what's needed. On the other hand, too much or ill timed play can dissipate momentum. Let the group's energy advise you. -- Tom
Play can be used to recharge or repurpose a group whose energy is stuck or flagging. -- wiki
Presence facilitates Following the Energy of the group -- and Following the Energy serves Presence by taking your attention off yourself. -- Tom
Sense when a group needs Rest. If anyone is nodding off, check how others are doing. -- Tom
In order to judge your timing, stay tuned to where the group is at. -- Tom
Part of the Wisdom of the Group is its Energy. It may not be the final thing, but at each stage it points the way for the next stage. -- Tom
When Trusting the Wisdom of the Group as a facilitator, staying tuned to and following the energy is one way to proceed. -- wiki
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