I Will Walk With You: Grief Walking Workshop

The purpose of this workshop is to tap into social support after a loss.

We have all gone through loss and especially in these times we can feel the pain of loss. This workshop explores a Liberating Structure in development called Grief Walking, reminding us we are not alone.

We will be asked to bring to mind a loss. Preferably one that is small or medium; not necessarily a large loss.

Then everyone is invited to write on their own in response to four prompts.

We will ask for a volunteer (Note: no one has to share) to share in turn each of their four prompts.

And with each prompt shared, someone who resonates with what is read will "walk with them."

(It will be explained more at the start of the workshop)

Then we will debrief why each person chose to walk with the person sharing their loss.

We are leading this not only for you; but also so you can learn this structure and lead it with those in your circle.

More information on Liberating Structures can be found at LiberatingStructures.com

"A burden shared is a burden halved." - T.A. Webb

NOTE: This session is not therapy nor a substitute for therapy. Please seek professional help that you need.

- David and Vienna

Vienna Blum is driven by the magic that occurs when groups come together to learn from each other, to listen deeply and with genuine curiosity. She has over 15 years of experience working with teams in the corporate, non-profit and educational sectors, where her ability to elevate diverse groups through meaningful collaboration has set her apart. With an open heart and mind, she helps both teams and individuals address the underlying issues that deplete productivity, clarity and creativity in organizations. Vienna infuses courage and compassion into her sessions, creating space for participants to bravely explore new avenues and ways of being together.

David Westerlund loves building his own collaborative capacity as he cultivates the collaborative capacity of teams and organizations. He is a designer, facilitator, applied improviser, and midwife of joy. He is the Founder and Owner of Be Present Discover Joy Consulting, and though he is loving cultivating collaboration on Zoom and online, he can't wait to get back to being in the same actual room facilitating, unleashing, and inspiring.