Not everyone gets to tell their story. You do.
Life Story Circle
The Life Story Circle is a place where you get to tell your life story without interruptions, judgment, or fixing—and discover the ripple effects of being truly seen and heard. It is also an opportunity to listen to other people's stories, learn about the experiences that have shaped their lives, and discover new perspectives. Together, these moments can open the door to genuine connections, new narratives and personal insights.
No wonder it feels magical.
We have all lived through so many things and been forever shaped and changed by the events in our lives. And yet, there are very few places where we get to tell and hear these stories.
Online, we get to like, comment, and spy on each other, and it’s designed to mimic connection and interaction, and since we’re all doing it . . . it feels normal, even though it’s not. They say that 2026 is the year we're returning to being more analog. I believe this circle is part of that trend.
Sharing your story is a gift to you and to others.
PEOPLE GET A LOT OUT OF THIS.
We know that people who tell their life story get to know themselves in a new way, walk away feeling uplifted and more confident, unlock where they want to go from here, and often rediscover passions that might have been tucked away or kept secret.
We don't follow curated and polished storylines. Life Story Circles are refreshingly real.
SHARING STORIES IS PART OF OUR DNA.
This is where you get to:
Hear stories from different cultures:
We watch strangers on Netflix. We read books about people we will never meet. Imagine what listening to an entire life story from the Chinese or Brazilian woman sitting right across from you will do for you. And unlike Netflix or a book, you get to ask questions and interact with the person behind the story.
Hear stories from all ages.
.When was the last time you heard from an 80-year-old or a 31-year-old? Each has lived through different times and experiences, and in our circles, we welcome them all. No wonder people feel so seen and valued.
Hear you own story in a different way.
Sometimes, telling your story helps you notice things you hadn't before, give attention to experiences that haven't had the space they needed, or see new possibilities for yourself. For some, it can even be healing.
And before you wonder, 'But who's going to want to hear my story?', let me remind you that we are built for stories.
And then there is that joyful discovery that what you think of as ‘not that interesting’ will be exactly what someone else in the circle needs to hear.
HOW IT WILL ROLL OUT
All the practicalities
Start Date: January 2027
Group Size: Each circle is intentionally small: 3–5 participants + me, your facilitator.
Duration: 5–7 weekly circle gatherings, depending on the final number of participants
Cost: $ 219
First Gathering: I will share my life story to open the circle and invite participants into the experience.
Middle Gatherings: One participant per week shares their life story. I will open and close each gathering.
Final Gathering: Facilitated reflection, integration, and celebration of the circle journey.
Storytelling in the Circle
Share your story however it feels right.
Start in the middle or with where you were born, jump around, skip what feels tender, and linger where it matters.
Use notes, bring props, read word-for-word, or come unprepared and speak from the heart.
The bottom line is, you get to tell your life story your way.
The floor is yours.
Listen fully without the need to reply. You get to quiet the part of your mind that wants to jump in and ask questions
No fixing.
No cross-talk.
Practice supportive listening by keeping the focus on the storyteller during their week to share.
Witnessing is a gift—what happens in the circle stays in the circle.
What often surprises the storyteller: Discovering new perspectives on their stories.
What often surprises the listener: Discovering the power of deep listening.
After each gathering, you might say 'thank you for sharing' to the storyteller. Or you might turn to the person next to you and say, 'Want to have a coffee? '
Ready to join? Great!
This is a beautiful fit for people who love storytelling and love the idea of listening to and learning from others. It’s also perfect for people who find other people’s lived experiences more fascinating than fiction.
And you might be one of those people who want to integrate into your own community in a different way and build connections that are not virtual.
Life Story Circles are not such a great fit for people who prefer small talk, superficial anecdotes, and find the idea of listening to someone else talk about themselves absolutely horrific.
To reserve your spot, just click on the button below. After you've registered, you'll receive a welcome email with all the relevant information.
MEET YOUR
FACILITATOR
Dee Dee grew up camping in Yosemite, where evenings around the campfire naturally became story-sharing about each other’s lives—comical, profound, heartbreaking, and life-changing.
This is the spirit she’s bringing to the Life Story Circle.
An experienced facilitator and certified life coach, she creates environments where people feel safe, respected, and heard. Dee Dee is passionate about bringing people together with the sacred intention of sharing, honoring, and witnessing one another’s life stories.
Time and again, it opens the door to a threefold connection—with Self, Others, and God.
"I’m passionate about this work because I have witnessed what can happen in a person’s life when they see that they matter, and when they see that what they share about themselves matters and has ripple effects in other people’s lives. It’s what I call magic.
And why is it that when people go away on retreat, they share things they would never share otherwise? It’s because people come with a more sacred intention."
Some common questions:
WHAT IF I CAN’T MAKE IT TO ALL THE GATHERINGS?
Ideally, you want to be there for all the gatherings. The first gathering sets the tone. If you know you can't make it to the first gathering, please wait for another circle offering to participate. Your participation is an important aspect of the circle experience. If there was ever a time to hire a babysitter, move things around, and clear the calendar, it’s for these designated weeks.
WHAT IF I CAN’T SIT STILL FOR TWO HOURS?
We're not sitting still that entire time. You can stretch, move your legs, as long as you're not disturbing the group. There will be a bathroom break, and we’ll allow time at the end for comments and questions, if the storyteller is open to it.
WHAT IF MY STORY TAKES LONGER THAN ONE SESSION?
This is a common question, so is, “What if I can’t talk for an entire session?’ To the first question, the answer is: then you’ll be welcome to sign up for the next circle! We can’t expand the evening, and I will keep the time. To the second question, the answer is: Even though we’ll meet for two hours, you won’t be expected to talk for the entire time. The story-sharing portion is designed to give you approximately 75–80 minutes. And if you speak less, we’ll just end earlier. If that is the case- that could be exactly what is meant to happen, and people may use the time to connect with others in the group more organically.
WHY DO PEOPLE RETURN TO LIFE STORY CIRCLE AGAIN AND AGAIN?
No two circles are the same. When someone shares their life story, we all hear the same words, but somehow we notice different things. When people come together in a Life Story Circle, sometimes what needs to be heard is heard. What wants to be told finds its way out. What is waiting to be unlocked begins to open. Unfoldment happens.
...And don't be surprised if unfoldment happens in you and others by simply being seen, heard, and valued, just as you are.
EHM... WHAT IS UNFOLDMENT?
Good question! Think of ripples in a pond. The moment something lands, ripples begin to unfold—expanding outward, revealing more over time. Unfoldment is one of those words that will make more sense after you've participated in one of these circles. It's a felt experience, which makes it tricky to explain. It's the difference between describing sugar and tasting sugar yourself.
I'D LOVE TO ATTEND, BUT IT'S OUT OF MY PRICE RANGE.
I'm so glad you brought this up. I always offer one spot at a discount. Email me if you're interested in that spot, and we'll take it from there.