Online Circle of Objects

For introductions:

1. Give the participants 1-2 minutes to find a nearby object that represents a specific aspect of themselves (e.g. their hobby, an interest , or their intention for joining this meeting or workshop)
2. Invite participants to introduce themselves by sharing their name, showing the object and briefly explaining why they choose this object. To set the tone and make sure participants keep their introductions brief, start as the host, set expectations (e.g. ‘in one sentence explain why you chose this object) and then designate someone to go next. 
3. With large groups: break up in smaller groups in break-out rooms
4. Optional: after everyone has presented themselves, take a screenshot of everyone showing their object and share the picture in the harvest afterwards.
   
   

Variations:

This method can be used in different phases of the workshop, by inviting participants to find an object related to a prompt or Warm Up Question. E.g. 'find an object that represents your desired outcome for this project'. In the ‘Harvesting’ phase, participants can find an object to reflect on how their perceptions have changed throughout the event.