WATERLOO CAMPUS: Sharing Circle with Charlene Leon

Apr 5 - ABOUT THE SHARING CIRCLE
The smudging ceremony is a ritual that opens a sharing circle. Sage and sweet grass are the medicines most commonly used for ritually cleansing the self and the area where a ceremony will take place. Smudging is used in concert with ceremonies which include cleansing, praying, and healing. It is important to share all we can, including knowledge and life experiences. Sharing circles emphasize that everyone is important; it helps us to develop relationships, as well as identify who we are, where we come from, and who our ancestors are. The sharing circle also helps us to establish trust. Once we have shared our knowledge and experiences, the conductor of the circle will bring the ceremony to a close with a song and/or a prayer.
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