Youth
• 4 Sessions of Learner’s Materials
• 11 Resource Pages
One of the worst problems groups of people face is that they often have differences that seem irreconcilable. Often, it is much easier to just give up than make the effort to patch up those differences or to reach out to others who might need us. After all, it is very threatening to just come out and say what you're feeling! You have to risk something to do it, and most people just aren't comfortable with that. When you look at the larger picture, however, you will soon see that failing to bridge gaps in relationships is more costly than failing in an attempt to do so.
This retreat is designed to address this problem through the use of a bridge-building motif. It is built on the image of a bridge built across a wide canyon. The canyon represents the gaps in relationships, while the bridge represents the effort to reach across them. Please note that the building of a bridge as well as the crossing of any deep crevasse is dangerous work. It must progress in an orderly fashion in order to ensure maximum safety. Bridging relationships works the same way, so you need to be prepared for this to be a relatively intense experience for all involved. Do not attempt this unless you're willing to take a risk! The results, however, should be well worth it.
by David Adams
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