Focus & Calm12 min Low Light
Talking stick
Only the one with the stick speaks — others listen.
Regulates conversation in chatty or tense groups.
Instructions
Stand/sit in a circle. You have an object — the talking stick. Only its holder may speak. When done you set it down — anyone may pick it up. No interruptions allowed.
Classroom timer
12:00
Best used when
Before reflection or after conflict.
Variation
Three objects — three voices can speak at once.
Time
12 min
Noise
Low
Prep
Light
How did it go?
Quick evaluation — helps you find what works again.