Friendly Circles

Exploring together what makes for a great life – all the while practicing and enjoying the process.

Would you like to be part of a community where we talk about our concerns and life experiences to improve ourselves?

it’s so simple to be happy but so difficult to be simple

Friendly Circle

About Us

A Friendly Circle has about a dozen people, who could be anyplace in the world.

When?

We meet via the internet, usually for one hour weekly, for warm, supportive conversations and provocative, uplifting discussions. It’s a place both to meet new friends and unfold our whole, true selves.

Few of us realize how magnificent we really are. Fact is, we’re each stronger, freer and better than we now know. Circles make that clear.

How?

By helping us get to know ourselves better. And how do that? By reflecting on old experiences, exploring new ways, considering new ideas and meeting new people.

Consider visiting a Friendly Circle. You can then get a sense of it for yourself. You will be welcomed. No charge and no obligation to attend every meeting or to speak at a meeting. A group facilitator will keep the conversations kindly and thoughtful, open and easy.

“The members of our Circle expressed their amazement about how they didn’t know they needed this 1hr a week, but see now that they do. We all do. Connecting with each other over interesting topics leads us to discussions, memories, music, poetry, stories, ideas…. endless possibilities.

Don't worry to join it's free!

No charge and no obligation to attend every meeting or to speak at a meeting. A group facilitator will keep the conversations kindly and thoughtful, open and easy.

friendly GROUPS

Groups can be personalized

Friendly Circles originated to help strangers create comfortable, supportive communities. Later we found the procedures were effective with any group, such as:

Workmates who do not always get along well together. Far-flung cousins, aunts and uncles who too-rarely see one another. Police officers and community members who would better appreciate one another. Former classmates and old friends now out of touch. Neighbors who might enjoy deeper connections or profit from more mutual respect. Those who share a common interest or concern and want to act more efficiently.

To explore possibilities of forming your own Friendly Circles, contact faciltators@ifsu.org We´d be happy to help you

"It was comfortable. People were inclusive. It actually felt like a plus. The group was already cohesive, and so there was no judgement or suspicion."

“I’ve become much more confident and optimistic… My family sees me differently. Every meeting is like getting a warm, psychic hug.”

“Meetings give me an excuse to slow down for an hour and relax with good-hearted people. That’s why I joined two Circles. I can now relax twice a week.”

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IFSU Inc. 130 Marlborough Rd Briarcliff Manor 10510 NY Registered 501 (c) 3 Charity in the State of New York

MON-FRI 09:00 - 19:00, SAT-SUN 10:00 - 14:00

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Registered 501 (c) 3 Charity in the State of New York.