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My experience with very small groups is that they often want to stay together, either because they want to discuss all the topics, or because they feel a little strange moving into even smaller groups. I like Diane's suggestion to have a large enough room. When there is physical space, I find that soon there are two or three people meeting on a separate topic, and even the group that stays together might like to move to another area when they change topics.<BR>
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It can feel a little awkward to walk the circle with a very small group. I sometimes walk around the outside of the circle of chairs, then come into the circle on the side to explain the Open Space process. When you are there with the group and the actual setup, you will know what will work for you.<BR>
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I especially like Open Space for a small group of people who normally work together. The process is just enough different from everyday that it moves groups out of their everyday habits and may even cause them to question some of their assumptions. This releases a lot of energy and creativity--people get excited. <BR>
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Please write again and let us know what happens! <BR>
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Joelle Everett<BR>
Shelton, Washington, USA<BR>
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