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In a message dated 2/8/07 7:41:06 AM, hhowen@verizon.net writes:<BR>
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Harrison--<BR>
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I often think about an Open Space conference (as well as other more-or-less structured approaches) as "training wheels," a way to let a group practice new behavior with less fear and just a little guidance at first.<BR>
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I also recall that after experiencing an Open Space conference for the first time, I opened space in many small ways, in a variety of settings, for quite a while before I had an opportunity to facilitate an identified Open Space meeting. And I still open space in many places where talking about OST is not needed nor appropriate.<BR>
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Maybe OST serves as training wheels for facilitators as well, providing a little comfort as we learn how to get ourselves out of the way and let people do their work.<BR>
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Thanks, Ralph, for causing me to ponder, this morning.<BR>
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Joelle <BR>
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