social meditation is a set of rules

Social meditation is defined by a set of rules. When those rules are not observed by the participants, then the interaction is not social meditation. The impact of practicing social meditation seems very subjective; outcomes and relevance vary depending on the experience of the participant.

What are the rules of social meditation?

• Speak from firsthand experience
• Allow silence
• Verbalize clearly so other participants can engage. Enunciate, speak slowly, speak up
• Speak about what you are experiencing (not what you're thinking)