Facilitating a Debrief: "Magical Camera" Script

By Andreas Patria Krisna 

Objective: To encourage participants to reflect on their day, identify positive moments, and share their experiences.

Materials:

• Large sheets of paper or flip charts
• Markers

Procedure:

1. Introduction

• Welcome and Set the Tone: Begin by welcoming participants and creating a relaxed atmosphere.
• Explain the Activity: Introduce the “Magical Camera” concept: Imagine a camera following them throughout the day, capturing the best moments.

2. Individual Reflection

• Silent Reflection: Ask participants to close their eyes and mentally review their day.
• Choose Three Moments: Instruct them to select the three most memorable or meaningful moments.
• Visualize: Encourage them to visualize each moment in detail.
• “Close your eyes. Imagine a camera, not just any camera, but a magical one. It followed you throughout your day, capturing the most precious moments, the ones that made you smile, laugh, or feel a sense of accomplishment.”
• “Now, close your eyes and let the images replay in your mind. Picture the three most memorable scenes. What were you doing? How did you feel? What made these moments special?”
• “When you’re ready, let’s share these stories together. As you speak later, paint a picture with your words, helping us visualize the scene. Let’s celebrate the magic that unfolded in your day. Now you can open your eyes”

3. Sharing

• Hand Signal: Explain that when participants are ready to share a story about one of their chosen moments, they should raise their hand.
• Facilitate Sharing: Call on participants who have raised their hands.
• Open-Ended Questions: Encourage them to share their stories by asking open-ended questions, such as:
  • What was happening in that moment?
  • How did you feel?
  • What did you learn or realize?
  • Why was this moment special to you?

4. Group Discussion

• Connect Themes: After several participants have shared, look for common themes or patterns in the stories.
• Facilitate Discussion: Encourage a group discussion based on these themes.
  • What can we learn from these shared experiences?
  • How can we apply these insights to our future?

5. Closure

• Summary: Recap the key points discussed during the debrief.
• Gratitude: Express gratitude for participants’ sharing and contributions.
• Encourage Reflection: Remind participants to continue reflecting on their experiences and finding positive moments in their daily lives.

Additional Tips:

• Music: Use Spotify or any other music app available to create reflectice atmosphere, soft piano music instrumental really helps for most people
• Create a Safe Space: Emphasize the importance of creating a safe and supportive environment for sharing.
• Respect Privacy: Assure participants that their sharing will be treated with respect and confidentiality.
• Adapt to Group Dynamics: Be flexible and adjust the pace and content of the debrief to suit the group’s needs and interests.
• Use Visuals: Consider using a whiteboard or flip chart to capture key points or themes that emerge from the discussions.

By following these steps and creating a welcoming atmosphere, you can facilitate a meaningful and insightful debrief that helps participants connect with their experiences and learn from each other.

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