Intentional Awe Experience

When to use Intentional Awe Experience

To encourage participants to actively seek out and experience awe, developing a greater appreciation for its power and learning to cultivate it intentionally.

What it solves

Passive engagement with awe; lack of intentionality in seeking out awe-inspiring experiences.

How to run Intentional Awe Experience, step by step

1. Instruct participants to plan an activity that is likely to evoke a sense of awe. (10 mins)
2. Participants carry out their planned activity. (Variable time, outside of session)
3. After completing the activity, participants write a detailed reflection on their experience. (40 mins)

Materials needed

• Paper or digital document
• Pen or keyboard
• Reflective questions (provided)

Facilitator tips

• Encourage participants to choose activities that are safe and feasible.
• Remind participants to be specific in their reflections.

Common pitfalls

• Participants may choose activities that are not truly awe-inspiring; encourage them to be more adventurous.
• Participants may struggle to reflect on their experience; offer prompts and support.

Variations

• Invite participants to share their experiences in small groups.
• Create a shared document where participants can post ideas for awe-inspiring activities.

Running it online or hybrid

Participants can share their planned activities and reflections in a virtual forum.

What it produces

A detailed written reflection on an intentionally sought awe experience.

Origin

Adapted from Transition Makers Toolbox — source

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