Go through the ground rules for a constructive conversation together before the dialogue. You can print the rules in A4 or A3 size and place them on the walls of the dialogue space or on the floor in the center of the Timeout circle.
I listen to others and concentrate. Everyone has the opportunity to share their own thoughts on the topic of the dialogue, but let’s not interrupt each other. We can put cell phones away. The facilitator can give turns to speak.
I share my own thoughts and experiences. We want to hear your thoughts on the conversation topic. You do not need to have the right answers. You can continue where the previous one left off.
I am friendly and respectful of others. We respect different people and their experiences. We can reflect on things together without agreeing with each other. We do not pass on things that others have told us during the conversation. We do not bully other participants.
