Group Rules

Everyone who wishes to share has an opportunity to do so. No one person should monopolize the group time. 

 

Each person should be allowed to speak free from interruption and side conversations. 

 

This is the essential principle of confidentiality and MUST be respected by all. 

 

We are ALL entitled to our own point of view. 

 

We accept cultural, linguistic, social, and racial differences and promote their acceptance. 

 

Because we do not participate in discussion groups as credentialed professionals, NO ONE CAN INSTRUCT. However, we can share from our own personal experiences. For example, we cannot say - "you should do X". We can say: "When I was faced with a similar problem. I did X..." Always put things in the context of our own experiences. 

 

People do not have to share if they do not wish to. Much can be gained by just listening. 

 

We respect confidentiality, treat each other with respect and kindness, and show compassion

 

"We acknowledge that suicidal thoughts and emotions can be a part of our recovery journey. We want to ensure we maintain a safe space for everyone to share, including saving space to share those emotions around suicide. We believe that not saving space to talk about those thoughts and feelings perpetuates self-stigma, embarrassment, and shame. 

 

In our meetings we may have brief discussions about suicide. We want to reinforce that everyone should practice self-care and participate in, as little or as much as they are comfortable."