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Looking Around

This energiser helps participants experience the challenge of unlearning by following rapid directional prompts. It’s a simple activity requiring no materials and encourages everyone to engage physically and mentally.

Duration
6m–10m
Group size
5+ people
CCBY-SA 4.0

How to run it

  1. 1

    Brief the participants on the activity.

  2. 2

    Instruct everyone to stand up.

  3. 3

    Explain that they will turn their heads in the direction specified by your instructions.

  4. 4

    Use the words 'up', 'down', 'left', and 'right' to guide them, indicating head movements only.

  5. 5

    Randomly call out these directional words at a quick pace and observe how well participants follow along.

Tips

  • Encourage participants to focus and be present during the activity.

  • Monitor their responses and adjust the pace if necessary.

  • Create a fun and light-hearted atmosphere to enhance engagement.

Variations

You can add a twist by introducing sound effects or asking them to call out as they move their heads.

Where it fits

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Method descriptions on Workshop Weaver are original content written by our team, based on established facilitation practices. This method was inspired by work from SessionLab. Licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Looking Around — Facilitation Method | Workshop Weaver