My Nonprofit Reviews

evelynwilliamson
Review for Teen Talking Circles, Rolling Bay, WA, USA
Circle is a huge part of my life. I went in thinking that it would be a way to simply hang out with my friends more but it is so much more than that. I learned and still learn things about others and myself that I didn’t ever think could be possible. I learned and continue to learn self love and love and acceptance for others in circle. I know that the things I say in circle will stay in that room and that I will not be judged or thought of differently so having that safe of a space to reflect on myself and others is just amazing. Taking time out of my stressful high school life to go to circle every other Sunday makes me feel even more stressed but every single time I leave circle, I am so incredibly happy that I went and I am so thankful for the non-judging, beautiful people that accept me and love me for me, not just some show that I put up to seem like I am ok. Circle made me realize that it’s ok to be no ok and that I can talk about it and have others relate and comfort me. Since my start in circle, last January, (not even a full year) I have grown so much and I truly owe that to the people in circle. I am less anxious, depressed, sad, and angry. Being able to talk about things that sometimes I won’t even admit to myself is so amazing and your love and comfort is so powerful to me. You all make me feel like I could share anything in the whole world and be loved and comforted the same. I am so thankful for all of you and the love and support that I receive every time we meet. I love you guys. ❤️