An Exploration of We-Space Intentions and Practices

An Exploration of We-Space Intentions and Practices
Facilitated by Jerry Golech

The territory that we “integralists” can explore is endless, but one thing that we can specifically do when we are together is to explore our interactions with each other in real time, in the present moment. As we (our species) face multiple crises and existential challenges, these relationships may indeed be the key to discovering the collective intelligence that will allow us to overcome such obstacles. The kind of deeply conscious collective intelligence that can develop with practice is what we are calling “We-Space.”

In your own practice, do you have glimpses of this “collective intelligence” and your relationship to it? Or does this idea seem strange or unreal to you? Or perhaps mysterious? Perhaps it is cognitively acknowledged but never experienced? Do you sense the need for “something” beyond the individual mind to address our multiple existential crises?

This meeting will begin with a short presentation of several of the theoretical frameworks that map the territory of We-Space, and will discuss practices that can lead us to this experience.

We will then move into an exploration of our relationships to We-Space, including the intentions we hold in relation to exploring this territory. These explorations will be undertaken by utilizing the We-Space practices that are described.

Some questions to ponder:

Do you have a sense (from your own experience) of We-Space?
Are you committed to exploring this territory? Or hesitant?
Do you feel that exploration of this territory is essential for the evolution of the species, or is it recreational?

If you are interested in Integral (and… well, this IS a meeting of San Diego Integral…) you should find this presentation interesting and engaging. If you’re new to the group or to Integral Theory in general, be assured that you are welcome... This is complex territory, and no one can possibly understand and embrace ALL of it… But we recognize that your experience, your practice, your curiosity, and your participation will make us more complete. We welcome the pleasure of getting to know you.

Bio
Jerry Golech has been exploring the integral world for more than 25 years, studying Ken Wilber and many others; attending dozens of courses, seminars, and retreats; enjoying connection with the Integral Community; and studying under teachers such as Diane Musho Hamilton, Decker Cunov, Robert Kegan, Terri O’Fallon, Kim Barta, Terry Patton, Otto Scharmer and Geoff Fitch, to name a few. He was honored to complete Pacific Integral’s “Generating Transformative Change” (GTC) program in 2017-18 and will be participating in another round of GTC as a participant/mentor in October of 2021. Jerry has been active in San Diego Integral for more than 15 years and is currently a member of the Leadership Team. Jerry recently retired as an Instructor in Jewelry Manufacturing Arts at the Gemological Institute of America in Carlsbad, CA.

Studiously dedicated to the “eclectic and undisciplined” approach, he has also explored in these areas:
Presentations:
Leading meditation seminars for 12-Step communities.
Presentations to San Diego Integral
Courses:
U.Lab & GAIA Journey (Otto Scharmer)
Just Money, MIT edx.org
Foundations of Facilitation & How Leaders Lead – (Sara Ness & Authentic Revolution)
Love & Compassion (Diane Musho Hamilton)
Everything is Workable (Diane Musho Hamilton)
Overcoming Immunity to Change (Robert Kegan)
Right Weight Right Mind (Robert Kegan)
Authentic Relating
Conferences and events:
Integral Living Rooms (5)
What Next Conference
Virtual Integral European Conference (2)
Other areas of study:
New Republic of the Heart (Terry Patton)
Loving What Is and “The Work” (Byron Katie)
Reiki Practitioner
Integral Polarity Practice (IPP) (John Kesler)
And more…

“Clearly, I am a slow learner.”

SDI is committed to the creative advance into novelty.
Please submit any suggestions to our leadership team.