I want to lead small groups

[Elisabeth]

I want to show people that they can connect and share and give and get support in thematic self-help groups and sharing circles, and through the bond formed there combat loneliness and get more insight into their personal issues, which will help them overcome these more easily.

*Nothing new under the sun* ... but somehow not common. Some people form deep sharing and caring bonds on a friendship basis on their own, but I'd say at least 50% od today's western population can't. 

How do I do this? And, can I make a business model out of it without a) misusing people in a bad situation, and b) getting my intention corrupt by money?  (fear expressed)

Thanks. 

Edited August 7, 2019 by Elisabeth

[Elisabeth]

@Ero Thank you. Would you mind sharing your purpose and how you go about actualizing it?

[Juan Cruz Giusto]

You'll need to find out how to differentiate with your competitors. A good course of action might be to find some people that are interested in your idea and gather once or twice a week for free. That way, you'll get better and at the same time get to know your clients. Define what they like, don't like, etc and once you figure that out, start charging. Do it for a while: Profit

[RickyBalboa]

Was scanning amazon today and found this book. I've only added it to my wish list but maybe it has some nice information for what you are trying to do. Take a look at some reviews and see if its for you!

https://www.amazon.com/Tribal-Leadership-Revised-Leveraging-Organization-ebook/dp/B006IDG1K6

[Elisabeth]

@RickyBalboa Thanks for the tip. 20-200 people is beyond what I mean, but could still be relevant. Also, a related link looks quite amazing (dropping it here, because I don't use amazon wishlist yet) https://www.amazon.com/Unlocking-Leadership-Mindtraps-Thrive-Complexity-ebook/dp/B07NWWRXC5/

[d0ornokey]

Yes, I've joined one where people paid $20 per session. They average 50-60 people per session. Theres 2 practitioners but they barely teach (cept a reiteration of core personal development principles). It was mostly people just sharing a story or something that helped them with a bunch of talking with each other in the beginning, middle and end. The practitioners also had a $475 3 day workshop, and books that they would sell. 20 people signed up for that workshop 

It was very inclusive and friendly. Did not get a cult vibe but it was a bit homogeneous in terms of perspective. But I didnt meet everyone 

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I went to one in NYC, there is a shaman who hosts $10 weekly workshops for dealing with strong negative emotions and other shaman-y things. That is done in a group, sharing session. People would speak about their problems. He also had his own private practice 

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A lady I went to once taught principles from a course in miracles every week. Shed charge $15 per class I think and had a couple people show up per class 

 

Just some ideas 

Edited August 7, 2019 by d0ornokey