HI Circles
HI Circles: Where Real Connection Happens
Be with community in unprecedented times.
Online communities are great—but sometimes, you want more. You want to see faces, hear voices, and experience genuine, human connection. That’s why I created the HI Circles.
These monthly, 90-minute Zoom gatherings provide a structured, safe, and inspiring space for leaders, creatives, and change-makers to explore together how to navigate and lead through these increasingly scary and unprecedented times.
In the HI Circles, we’ll discuss how cultural, political, workplace, and climate changes are impacting us, and work together to define who we want to become as we move forward.
Why Join an HI Circle?
Are you worried about friends? Wondering how much news to take in? Afraid that your family, coworkers, gender, or belief system might be under attack? Wondering what you can do? There are no right answers, but through discussion and hearing yourself and others, you can find yours.
Meeting on Zoom may be riskier than chatting online. But it is also more rewarding.
Here’s what makes these conversations stand out:
Rich Conversations: which include playful prompts and exercises that lead to reflection on how you are that day, and then, how you want to be.
Clarity: Being able to define where you are and who you want to become in these turbulent times can make you feel more secure. Being clear and intentional helps ward off the overwhelm of world changes we can’t control.
Actionable Strategies: Leave each session with meaningful practices and strategies to bring about more of what you want: joy, connection, actionable service, etc. (AKA your personalized plan for making a difference, from volunteering, planting a garden, organizing community).
Community Wisdom: Learn from others’ reflections and experiences.
Deeper Connections: I guide participants to listen deeply, by asking questions. Feel inspired and connected without the noise of social media rants or grievances.
Antidote to Despair: Connection nourishes. Most participants report feeling more hopeful by the end.
What participants from past circles have said:
"The connection with people from all over the country was instant. Blair’s questions and prompts created such deep discussions—it was fascinating how something as simple as ‘choose a song or movie title that summarizes how you’re feeling’ led to such meaningful insights." —Dawn Falcone, The Chaos Liberator
“Blair is remarkable! She led me to some powerful tools and images that will help me move forward in my personal and business lives. She was prepared with topics and prompts that allowed our group to work together, while guiding us with incredible perception to discover potent changes for the new year.” — Lisa Sullivan, AZ
Who Should Join:
Although my practice has many C-suite leaders and business owners, after years as a therapist / empowerment coach I also work with solopreneurs, coaches, writers, and creative people in general.
If you have been curious or engaged in growth-oriented experiences in your life — therapy, coaching, spirituality, philosophy— you will appreciate the nuance and uniqueness of the conversations and my facilitation.
"Blair guided us without rushing, making space for everyone to feel heard. I left feeling less alone and more connected. It wasn’t about griping or blaming—it was constructive, insightful, and empowering." —Alexia Worsham, Mental Health Advocate
What’s a circle like?
These are small groups: Limited to 12 participants per session to ensure meaningful engagement.
They have a Dynamic Structure: Each month will be different, but here’s a glimpse of what to expect:
*️⃣ Kickoff with a thought-provoking question (e.g., “If this phase of your life were a movie title, what would it be? If this week were an animal, what would it be?”).
*️⃣ Brief introductions and small breakout group discussions with clear, supportive guidelines (which curb oversharing an long-winded rants)
*️⃣ Reconvene for shared insights and a collective exercise that offer tools you can use to feel better about living and leading when chaos reigns.
*️⃣ Closing practice to carry into the month ahead.
Thank you for creating such beautiful space for us to share feels and begin to process them. I’m so impressed at how you were able to create that kind of depth and safety for vulnerability so quickly. I’m kind of critical and have a high bar, lol. And you more than met it. :)
—Eryka Peskin, Coach and photographer
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I loved the container you created within which to share. The prompts were thoughtful and thought-provoking and took me to a new and interesting place.
—Amy Segal, writer / storyteller
More about Blair:
I’m a licensed therapist and coach who has been teaching and facilitating for more than 25 years. You can read more about where and how here.
HI Circle FAQ
1. It looks like you are holding these new convos monthly. Can I take just one?
Yes. You can sign up for one. If you know you want monthly support, save your spot for future circles. The vision is for a core group to attend each month and develop a sacred sense of community, but that is not a requirement.
2. It looks like you are charging $35 for the HI Circles. What if I can't afford to pay?
Email me. I offer full - partial scholarships. Don't let money be the reason not to attend, and don’t be shy.
BTW, all monthly circles are FREE with a paid subscription to The HI (Human Intelligence) Stack newsletter which is $6/mo. In addition to accessing the monthly circles for free, subscribers get extra articles and other perks. It's a part of creating an HI community.
Also: 5% of each subscription / circle is donated towards disaster relief and climate change initiatives.
3. Do I have to subscribe to your Substack to join a circle?
No.
4. Okay. How can I sign up?
See below.
Upcoming HI Circles:
JUNE: TBD
Wednesday, June 25th, 5:30pm ET
Save your spot here
JULY: TBD
Wednesday, July 23th, 5:30pm ET
Save your spot here
NO AUGUST
SEPTEMBER: TBD
Wednesday, September 24th, 5:30pm ET
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OCTOBER: TBD
Wednesday, October 22th, 5:30pm ET
Save your spot here
NOVEMBER: TBD
Wednesday, November 19th, 5:30pm ET
Save your spot here
I valued every question you asked and your giving us permission to imagine.
—Evelyn Asher, writer, poet, artist
Together, let’s move beyond isolation, deepen our connections, and lead with clarity and intention. Reserve your spot today and experience the transformative power of intentional real time conversation.