The Art of Slowing Down
in a Fast-Paced World
"Nature's rhythm is medium to slow. Many of us live in the fast lane, out of nature's rhythm. There are two things we can never do in the fast lane: we can neither deepen our experience nor integrate it. Silence and nature foster an environment in which we can do this work and nurture our spirit."

~ Angeles Arrien
Being together in "nature's rhythm" is one of the central invitations of World Cafe. Slowing down ~ becoming present to the here and now ~ pausing when needed ~ intentional pacing... These are essential hosting skills that build on a willingness to consciously choose the slow lane.

It is good to remind ourselves and each other of intentional practices that support us in slowing down. In this month's World Cafe Hosting Dojo, we spoke about practices like lighting a candle, going out in nature, breathing, creating short rituals, writing, and many more.

Take a moment now and think of five of your own practices for slowing down in a fast-paced world... You might be surprised what emerges.

And if this topic is meaningful for you: come and join us at the Community Cafe on Monday, November 15. We'll take time to deepen the inquiry, together.
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Some amazing gatherings are planned in the next few weeks. Check them out and participate in the awesome global community of World Cafe practitioners!
The World Cafe Community Cafe
Slow Hosting
The Art of Slowing Down in a Fast-Paced World

Monday, November 15th

Give yourself the gift of 2.5 hours in community ~ being in inquiry together around the topic of slowing down in a fast-paced world. What does it take to step into the field of “Slow Hosting”? What are we learning, together? And how can we support each other on this learning journey? 

You are warmly invited! Come and join the international community of new and experienced World Cafe practitioners in meaningful conversation.
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Being Seen & Heard

Healing, Wholeness, and Belonging
in Trauma-Impacted Communities

November 19th
Together, we can create and nurture places of healing, community, belonging, and wholeness ~ places in which all voices can be heard. 

You definitely want to be there for this very special World Cafe Live! hosted by Vanessa Westley and Lina Cramer.

As a special treat, tune in to the World Cafe Podcast for an insightful conversation between Vanessa Westley and World Cafe Podcast hosts Samantha Tan and Augusto Cuginotti.
Community News
Between Worlds
Emergence in an Emergency

In this time, we’re all called upon to be leaders. Attend the Bioneers 2021 virtual conference, and participate in the vibrant Community Conversations hosted on November 12th & 13th by World Cafe senior hosts Amy Lenzo and David Shaw.

Our conversation starter on the 12th, speaking on Being in Right Relationship: The indigenous Wisdom of the Four Sacred Gifts, will be Anita Sanchez and our spoken word harvester will be Jason Bayani.

On the 13th, our conversation starter is Ruby Gibson, speaking on Global Warming Women: Transforming Anger, Fire and Power, and our spoken word harvester is Jahan Khalighi.

Join hundreds of thought leaders, innovators, mindful organizations, and thousands of solutions-focused attendees at #Bioneers2021, and experience how some of the wisest among us are bridging the space between worlds and innovating toward incredible solutions.


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NOTE: There are opportunities to apply for a scholarship to attend this conference. All are welcome.
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