[OSList] Super-small open space

[Gray]

Thanks, Harrison, and thanks, Lisa! 




That does reinforce what I was considering: to point out that this is an even greater opportunity to explore the topics and issues they are passionate about, with all the resources and attention they can bring to bear but fewer distractions.. I've had to reassure the hosts that if things don't move I'll lead a discussion (fishbowl style or some such) but I'm betting it won't be necessary. I think if I frame the opening invitation right, this will be a powerful day for those who come.




And if not, well, it is Maui, so...you're right, I'll have fun!




Thanks so much,




Gray

On Mon, Sep 16, 2013 at 4:58 PM, Harrison Owen <hhowen at verizon.net> wrote:

> It works just like usual. The only "problem" is that being "totally present
> and absolutely invisible" as the facilitator becomes more difficult. But
> definitely possible. Just make yourself "small." I once had a group that was
> supposed to be 20 and 5 actually showed up (snow storm). I offered to
> cancel, and they said go for it. We did. It was wonderful. The 5 met in
> every permutation of 5 you can think of. The dynamics were precisely the
> same as with a group of 1000. The scale was a little different. I discovered
> that the wonderful thing about self organization in a fractal world is that
> it is all holographic. Even the smallest "piece" replicates the largest
> (piece). Have fun. I know you will.
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> Harrison
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> Dear list,
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> I was hoping to draw upon your collective wisdom in regards to an upcoming
> open space I'm doing in Hawaii. Originally there were 30-50 people expected;
> however, moving the venue to Maui has shrunk the attendee list to ten or
> less.
>  
> I'm very experienced doing OS's with between 40-150, and once had a great
> one with only 15 people. I know that the structure will hold - but I'm
> wondering if anyone else has any specific tips, advice, or techniques for
> Very Small Open Spaces?
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> Gratefully,
>  
> Gray Miller
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