Just give it a listen!
Essence is a purely audio-based, conversation-focused reflection concept. There are no cameras and no profile photos. All Essence members remain anonymous. Everyone uses a modified name (nickname) and is given a cartoon avatar as an individual identification. Essence participants cannot be followed. You can only reach out to other members during the group discussions.
OPENNESS THROUGH ANONYMITY?IT WORKS
Essence is not a conventional ‘social’ medium. There is no liking, posting, stalking, hating, or dissing here. We leave each other in peace. It is thanks to anonymity that you can trustfully open up to your group, without any fear for consequences.
STEP 1
Contact us
You can send a message or call us. We’ll set up an appointment for a phone call to get to know each other, during which we’ll explain the process to you in detail and answer any questions you might have. Together we will find out if Essence can provide what you are looking for and which group you’ll fit into best.
STEP 2
Join a group
You can take part of a reflection group without having to say or do anything. Just join in and get a first impression. No need to get involved at first or even introduce yourself, and no one will ask any personal questions like “Who’s the new member, tell us a bit about yourself!” You will be able to integrate slowly and gradually get engaged, in a way that is most comfortable to you.
STEP 3
Get an idea
Let the experience sink in and just reflect on the outcome. You can keep partaking in a group and get a better picture without any mandatory commitment. If you decide to join one of our reflection groups long-term you can talk to one of our group supervisors at Essence.
WE WOULD LOVE FOR YOU TO JOIN US AND ENRICH OUR COMMUNITY EVEN MORE. JOINING ESSENCE IS FREE- IT MAYBE COSTS JUST A LITTLE COURAGE AT MOST.
Have a great experience
Anonymousness, privacy, trust – that is our fundament.
Whenever we share personal information we want to be sure that nobody can misuse it. The Essence team has put a lot of thought into this major topic and this is how we approach it:
At first, a personal conversation will clarify if the concept of Essence fits your needs. The second step is anonymizing your persona. No group member will know your actual name, where you live or what you look like. And last, but definitely not least: each group member has to agree on a few simple but fundamental rules. These include being kind and respectful, letting each other finish their sentences and being as appreciative with ourselves as with any other participant.