The Power of Moments
Here are 10 Quick Tips for Crafting Transformative Retreat Moments, based on the key principles from The Power of Moments by Chip and Dan Heath:
Identify the key defining moments you want to create during the retreat – the peaks, transitions, milestones, and opportunities to fill pits. Be intentional about crafting these moments.
Elevate key moments through boosting sensory appeal, raising the stakes, and breaking the script of what’s expected. Turn up the volume on reality during peak moments.
Facilitate insight by helping participants “trip over the truth” – lead them to impactful realizations and personal discoveries. Compress insights into meaningful moments.
Encourage participants to stretch themselves by trying new challenges outside their comfort zone. Provide mentorship with high standards, assurance, direction and support.
Build in meaningful milestones throughout the retreat to provide a sense of progress and reasons to celebrate. Mark transitions with defining moments.
Recognize participants’ contributions, achievements and courage frequently. A little appreciation and recognition goes a long way.
Create shared meaning by uniting the group around a common purpose and highlighting how their efforts contribute. Let participants share in purposeful struggles together to bond the group.
Deepen ties between participants by encouraging responsive interactions full of understanding, validation and caring. Provide opportunities for mutual sharing and vulnerability.
In challenging moments, help participants find strength, relationships, possibilities and meaning. Celebrate small wins and positives even amidst struggles.
Think in moments, not just in agenda items. Craft the beginning, ending, and emotional high points thoughtfully. Find opportunities to make more moments remarkable and meaningful.