Does not lead or govern - they are not "in charge".
Upholds cross talk rules and keeps the meeting safe.
Opens as necessary.
Delegates responsibilities he or she has to others as needed or appropritate.
A new Secretary can replace an existing meeting Secretary by group conscience.
May be multiple people taking turns. (this may be recommended)
Must have a login account to Fully Express.me to make use of its features.
It's easiest to use the Google link - for most people this is a single click.
Ensure everyone has materials!
Meeting Secretary has digital copy to share on screen?
Establish expectations
Are you working independently or together on exercises?
What pace do you want to keep? Benjamin: It's common to want to start with a very fast past and "get it done" but changing a lifetime of habits takes time. I suggest taking as much time as needed on every exercise to get the maximum amount of benefit!.You aren't doing this for anyone else; this is for you. You're worth it!
Do exercises together or independently? Benjamin: I have so often had my perspective changed on a particular exercise by somebody else's input that I prefer to work together on the exercises if possible.
Managing finances
Other input?
Give it a name! What would you like to call your group? Choosing a good name goes a long way to build spirit and establish expectations.
Edit Meeting Format. Secretary can edit the meeting format online at any time. If the Secretary shares screen, it becomes a collaborative exercise to develop a meeting format that everybody feels good about.
Suggested Meeting Format
Hello, my name is ______ and we are gathered for {title}, for each of us to strengthen and accelerate our own recovery. This meeting opens at {when}.