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Debriefing Tips 19 May 26 0 Comments

Stop Skipping The Debrief – Try This Simple Strategy

By Mark Collard
Experiential Trainer, Author & Speaker

A Simple Debriefing Strategy That Works

the Lazy Facilitator Episode 26

I get it. Debriefing can be hard sometimes. Some groups resist it and some facilitators avoid it altogether because they don’t know how to do it well.

But we all know that what happens after the activity is often just as important as the activity itself. So here’s a simple strategy I keep coming back to. Oh, and stay tuned for a fun variation I’ll share at the end.

It’s called the Three H Debrief.

You form pairs or small groups and invite each person to reflect on their experience through three simple lenses, all starting with the letter H:

Head – What new understanding, knowledge or skill did you discover?
Heart – What feelings or emotions did you experience?
Hands – What practical action are you now called to do?

That’s it. Simple, structured and surprisingly powerful.

Fun Variation

The Three H Debrief is ideal for groups who find open-ended reflection uncomfortable. And if you like this idea, then here’s a fun variation.

The Three G Debrief is where you swap out the three H’s for the three G’s. For example, your group will reflect on what was Good, what felt Goofy and one Goal they have moving forward.

For all the free step-by-step instructions and 30 more reflection activities, click the link below.

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