A few shared agreements that make depth possible.
A Metta Circle is a small group of 4–6 people who gather on video for three weekly calls of about 75 minutes each. Same people, same facilitator, same day and time. The arc is simple: arrive, go deeper, reflect on what’s emerging.
The three-call structure is intentional. It’s long enough to build trust, short enough to honor everyone’s time. After the third call, the circle completes. Your private circle feed stays open for continued connection, but there’s no obligation to continue.
Camera on, quiet space, arrive on time. These small acts of presence tell the group: I’m here, and you matter to me. If something comes up and you can’t make a call, let us know — no explanation needed.
What’s shared in the circle stays in the circle. You’re free to carry the insights forward, but the stories and vulnerabilities belong to the people who offered them.
This isn’t a debate or a workshop. When you share, speak from your own experience — notice whether what you’re about to say serves the circle or just fills space. It’s fine to say less than you planned. When others share, give them your full attention rather than preparing your response. Let silence do some of the work.
Trust builds over time. The first call plants a seed; the second and third let it grow. Please plan to attend all three. If your circumstances change, that’s okay — just let us know so the group isn’t left wondering.
If a fellow member asks to exchange phone numbers or emails, you are always free to say no. The circle is a complete experience on its own. ServiceSpace does not encourage or facilitate contact sharing, and no one should feel obligated.
Metta Circles are for reflection and genuine exchange. Selling, soliciting, evangelizing, or promoting products, services, or causes is not in the spirit of this space.
These agreements don’t belong to the anchor alone — they belong to everyone. Notice the energy in the group. Is one voice taking up too much space? Is someone going unheard? Every participant shares responsibility for tending to the wellbeing of the circle.
Each circle has an anchor — a volunteer facilitator who opens and closes the call, holds silence, and gently keeps the conversation moving. They follow the same format that Awakin Circles have used for over 25 years.
An important note: Anchors and circle members are fellow seekers, not ServiceSpace representatives. They’ve self-selected into this experiment, just as you have. ServiceSpace does not vet, background-check, authenticate, or endorse any individual participant or facilitator.
If something feels off during a call — or you have any concern at all — please reach out to the team. We take the safety of this space seriously.
When the third call completes, the circle is done. There is no automatic renewal, no prompt to “keep going,” no manufactured next step. The private circle feed remains open so you can revisit reflections or stay in touch if you choose.
Some circles will feel complete. Others will leave you wanting more. If you’d like to join another circle in the future, you’re welcome to fill out the reflections form again — you may be matched with an entirely different group around a new theme.
Metta Circles are grounded in contemplative practice and peer connection. They are not clinical, therapeutic, or counseling services. Participants are encouraged to seek appropriate professional care whenever needed.
Circle anchors are volunteers who steward a supportive group experience. They do not provide diagnosis, treatment, crisis intervention, or one-on-one support. The perspectives, opinions, and views of circle anchors and participants are their own and do not represent the official views, policies, or positions of ServiceSpace.
All participants must be at least 18 years of age. For full details on data handling, AI-assisted matching, recording consent, conduct expectations, and removal policies, see the Circle Agreements & Policies.