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Reincarnation
A light, imaginative prompt that often reveals real values.
- Duration
- 20 min
- Participants
- 1–5, 5–10, 10–20, 20–50, 50+
- Energy
- Low
- Difficulty
- Beginner
- Materials
- None
- Prep time
- 5 minutes
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Overview
Purpose. A light, imaginative prompt that often reveals real values.
When to use. In the first 15 minutes of a session, once names are known and the group is settling in.
Best for. Any group size, in person.
Facilitator preparation
- No materials to gather; just read through the steps once before you run it.
Room setup. Arrange chairs (or ask people to stand) in a single circle so everyone can see each other.
Virtual setup. Works over video call, going around the participant list.
Hybrid setup. Alternate between an in-room and a remote participant for each turn.
Materials.
How to Conduct
- Ask everyone to sit in a circle.
- Pose the question: “If you were reincarnated, who or what would you like to come back as, and why?”
- Give everyone a moment to think.
- Go around the circle, each person sharing their answer.
WHAT TO EXPECT FROM THE GROUP
- Most groups laugh within the first minute; that's a good sign, not a distraction.
After the activity
DEBRIEF QUESTIONS
- What part of “Reincarnation” felt easy, and what part felt harder than expected?
- Did anyone's answer reveal something about what they value that surprised you?
REFLECTION QUESTIONS
- Where in your day-to-day work does an imaginative question reveal something a direct one wouldn't?
Learning outcome. Participants leave having shared a playful answer that often points to something genuinely true about them.
Variations and cautions
Printable checklist
- No materials needed
- Debrief questions ready
- Timer set for 15–20 min
- Circle formation ready
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