Circle of Grace

2. Something said or done as a reaction or answer.
4. A grown‐up who helps me to stay safe in my Circle of Grace and to respect others within their Circle of Grace.
7. A sign that tells me something may be safe or unsafe. This may be internal or external.
8. That which is sound and vigorous in mind, body, and spirit.
9. A connection with God or others.
12. Touch that respects me and others.
13. Touch that is disrespectful and hurts, scares, or makes me feel uncomfortable or confused.
14. Anything that causes harm to myself or others.
15. Being able to count on someone to help me to stay safe within my Circle of Grace.
17. Something I sense inside myself (e.g. angry, sad, happy, afraid, embarrassed, confused, excited, peaceful, etc.) that gives me information about others or myself.
18. I am safe when my body and my feelings are respected by me and by others.

1. God present with and within me in a special way.
3. The ability to understand the feelings of another person.
5. A break or infringement of another person's rights.
6. Being kind to others and doing what’s best for myself and others because I honor all people as Children of God.
10. The borders or limits we need to keep ourselves safe within our Circle of Grace.
11. A secret is unsafe when I think that someone including me might be hurt or get in trouble if I do not tell.
12. Something I know but do not tell.
16. A secret is safe when it does not hurt others or me.