Relational LandscapingExplore the concept
The freedom to pass protects participation from becoming performance. People may need different distances from a prompt, a poem, or a personal story. Offer writing, silence, or conversation without rewarding the most exposed response. Consent also shapes whether a story is repeated beyond the original group.
A practice to try
State the option to pass, offer private reflection, and honor the first person who chooses either.
Explore it in the book
Companion guidance by Scott Simpson and Sharla Steever. Consult the book alongside these resources; activities and summaries do not replace the complete book.