Care Statement

Experiences along any transformational pathway often involve conflict, differences of perspective, uncertainty, and many forms of grief. Yet it is often by moving through these experiences together that greater coherence emerges. We hope to create a Festival—and a co-creation process—where, whenever we notice someone, including ourselves, struggling, we offer a "caring hand": a spirit of presence, empathy, and support. We also recognize the difference between care and care-taking. Rather than trying to fix or carry another person's experience, we invite ourselves to pause and ask, "Whose problem am I solving?" From that place, we can offer support that empowers rather than rescues.

The festival has a team of participants who've volunteered to accompany folks in moving through challenging periods arising in the Festival. Don't hesitate to reach out to them for support either by messaging anyone with a Care team badge via Messages or send a note to the team and someone will get back to you.