Why do we facilitate? Who are we, as facilitators? Is shared understanding a goal?Dov Tsal - Tao-inspired coach, mentor, and facilitator - is not one to shy away from the deep and challenging philosophical questions of our craft.In fact, he’s usually the one asking them!This was certainly the case in this episode - which is more of a conversation than an interview. We examine the role, purpose, and objectives of facilitators and explore the boundaries of our work and being.An unmissable, unique episode for enquiring minds of facilitation.Find out about:Why acceptance of all outcomes grants us space to facilitate as the group requiresHow a workshop’s success or failure is predetermined by our expectations of its purposeWhat it means to be a passive facilitatorFacilitating the group as an ecosystem, not individualsWhy avoiding interference is the hallmark of great facilitationHow to train your brain to see multiple perspectives on the same objectDon’t miss the next episode: subscribe to the show with your favourite podcast player.Thanks to our sponsor Deckhive. Click here to find out more about the new platform for using card decks in online facilitation. Use the code workshopswork to get the first month for free.Questions and AnswersPart one [01:37] You were clear that you didn't want this to be an interview. What would you like it to be instead? [03:15] Is there anything we cannot facilitate? [05:53] The issue of assuming a specific goal for a workshop. [09:15] Is facilitation only possible around a purpose? [11:14] Passive facilitation. [13:16] When we act in service of something bigger than us, how can we be sure it's right or working or correct? [15:38] The Catch 22 of seeking perfection. [20:54] Responsibility - of facilitators, in facilitation. [25:31] Where does the limit of our responsibility sit? For how many factors out from our original act do we hold responsibility? [28:03] Can we go back to defining responsibility? [32:37] Are we responsible for someone's inner reaction to outer circumstances? LinksConnect to Dov:On LinkedInShare your thoughts about our conversation!Support the show✨✨✨Subscribe to our newsletter to receive a free 1-page summary of each upcoming episode directly to your inbox, or explore our eBooks featuring 50-episode compilations for even more facilitation insights. Find out more:https://workshops.work/podcast✨✨✨Did you know? You can search all episodes by keyword to find exactly what you need via our Buzzsprout page!

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