We listen with an open heart and an open mind.

Out of mutual respect for each participant’s innate wisdom, we accept everyone’s opinion or expression as valid for that person at that moment. We are all teachers whether we have studied the Course for years or have recently come to it. And we honor each person’s sharing without judgment.

We remember that we each have free will. Each of us is free to choose what ideas we accept as true for us.

Out of respect and value for each person’s time, we arrive before the scheduled meeting time, so the group can start promptly. This includes groups meeting by phone.

While acknowledging each person’s right to express themselves, we are also aware of keeping our own sharing to a reasonable portion of time.

We agree not to use the group as a place to dwell upon our troubles. Rather, we use the group as a place to look at perceived problems, explore the thoughts behind them and open to new perspectives from Inner Guidance.

We hold what is expressed in the group confidential, so that everyone will be comfortable sharing their feelings.

We are committed to attending sessions regularly to maintain the continuity of our awakening process.

We use our time together for sincere focus on self-awakening. We reserve social conversation for after the session or other agreed upon times.