For More Information: Ehama Institute, www.ehama.org
Purpose:
To awaken “whole” thinking using a holistic and collaborative process for deeper wisdom.
Outcomes:
• Enhances cohesion and energetic motivation
• Increases use of people resources
• Develops balanced and unbiased perspectives
• Clears blocked communication
• Builds trust and deepens relationships
When to Use:
• For complex issues that require innovation
• To slow down the cycle of act and react
• When dominant voices close out valuable contributions
• To make decisions that affect the collective’s longevity
• To bring a more holistic view when many biases are present
When Not to Use:
• Leadership is unwilling to cocreate
• Decisions have already been made
• The climate is one of mistrust and disrespect
• No trained facilitator is present
Number of Participants:
• 1–500
• 16 is ideal; one man and one woman in each of eight perspectives
• Can include a group in each perspective acting as a society or be used within oneself
Types of Participants:
• Any team, community group, or board
• All those affected by decisions
Typical Duration:
• Preparation: 2–5 days
• Wisdom Council: 2–5 days
• Follow-up: 1–3 months
• Ongoing: 0.5 day monthly
Brief Example:
World Business Academy called a meeting to bring together the diversity of issues among 80+ members. Over four days, using the Ancient Wisdom Council, the people worked through 60+ issues to become a cohesive group. The WBA adopted the Ancient Wisdom Council for their decision-making process, resulting in a sharp increase in morale,a deeper connection,and a renewed vision in the organization.
Historical Context:
Deeply rooted in Native American and pre-Mayan tribal cultures and made relevant to our current culture by WindEagle and RainbowHawk Kinney-Linton in 1987.
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