Standards

• Learn from our experiences and from each other (debriefing)
• Be truthful of our intentions
• Know that misunderstandings are not stopping points
• Practice active listening
• Listen carefully and respond honestly
• Voice concerns before going home
• Participate at each individual's level of comfort (flexibility)
• Offer each other critical support
• Hold awareness of the silver lining:  there is an innate "rightness" with things as they are
• Value the process as well as the outer product
• Be willing to let go of control
• Be fearless - be willing to fail
• Work toward the greater good
• Practice nonviolent communication
• We love half-baked ideas!