The mechanics of hosting
On setting the physical container for good collaboration:
In the 1960s, Timothy Leary coined the term “set and setting” referring to a context that influenced the outcomes of psychoactive and psychedelic drug experiments on his subjects. “Set” refers to ones mindset, “setting” refers to the environment in which the user has the experience. Now Im not necessarily suggesting that you administer psychoactive drugs to your participants, though Im sure that would make your job a whole lot more interesting. What I am suggesting is that “set and setting” play a significant, and often overlooked role, in your work as a trainer, facilitator, or group leader.
via The Center for Graphic Facilitation: FacilitatorU: Set and Setting.
Hey there, this set and setting piece is a great tool used in harm reduction work done by Youth Co… I’ve often tried to remember what set stood for, so thanks for uncovering the meaning and helping me re discover it. I’m going to consider my set and setting for planning, hosting and later for evaluation in my work as it’s a great reflective frame too. Kukstemc, K