Peace Encouragement Circles
In a world that often feels noisy, disconnected, and divided, small acts of meaningful connection can spark powerful change. That’s why we are inviting you to join us in creating and spreading Peace Circles of Encouragement—grassroots gatherings where people come together to listen deeply, uplift one another, and cultivate peace through intentional presence and support. Peace Circles are simple, inclusive, and transformational. Rooted in the principles of The Peace Guidebook and the Percolate Peace Project, they are a sacred space where encouragement becomes peace in action.
What is a Peace Circle of Encouragement?
A Peace Circle of Encouragement is a small, intentional group of 3–10 people who gather regularly (virtually or in-person) to: - Speak and listen without judgment - Reflect on shared values and Peace Points - Encourage each other through change and growth - Promote personal peace and community resilience These are not therapy sessions. They are spaces of trust, truth, and transformation.
How to Start Your Own Peace Circle
1. Invite 2–9 people who are open to intentional connection. 2. Pick a regular time and space—this can be your living room, a coffee shop, or a Zoom link. 3. Download our free Peace Circle Starter Kit (coming soon!) or use the structure below: **Suggested Format (60–75 minutes):** - Opening Centering (5 min): Breath, quote, or intention - Check-In Round (15–20 min): “What’s alive for you today?” - Theme Reflection (20–30 min): Use a Peace Point, journal prompt, or story - Encouragement Round (15 min): “One thing I admire or appreciate…” - Closing (5 min): Shared affirmation or intention for the week
How to Engage with the Percolate Peace Project
We would love to see Peace Circles blooming all over the world. Here’s how to share your circle and get involved: - Post your circle photo, quote, or takeaway using the hashtags: #PeaceCircleProject #PercolatePeace #EncouragementIsPeace - Tag us on social media or email a short story to: info@percolatepeace.com - Join our monthly virtual Peace Circle showcase or apply to become a certified facilitator - Tell us what peace means to your group—we may feature your story in our next book or on our site!
Peace doesn’t begin in big speeches or grand gestures. It begins with a small group of people sitting in a circle, choosing to be present, to listen, and to uplift. This is your invitation to start a Peace Circle of Encouragement and become a living part of the Percolate Peace movement. Together, we will build a kinder, more connected world—one circle at a time.