Community Agreement & Moderation Guidelines

Our Intent

The Inner Chapter is a space for gentle reflection, meaningful conversation, and shared growth. It exists to help us explore our inner lives through words, stories, and connection — to listen deeply, speak kindly, and learn together.

These guidelines keep this community safe, inclusive, and nurturing for everyone.

By being part of The Inner Chapter, you agree to uphold these shared values.

1. Belonging and Respect

We welcome people of all backgrounds, cultures, faiths, genders, and identities.

  • Speak from your own experience (“I” statements).
  • Listen to understand, not to reply.
  • Assume goodwill, and stay curious even when you disagree.
  • No discrimination, hate speech, or exclusionary behaviour.

2. Confidentiality and Trust

What is shared here stays here.

    • Treat others’ stories with care and discretion.
    • Do not copy, share, or quote another member’s words outside the community without permission.
    • If you wish to use or reference community content (e.g. in your own writing or social media), please seek consent first.

3. Psychological Safety

This is not a space for crisis support or therapy, but for reflection and connection.

  • If you feel emotionally activated – pause, breathe, and reach out privately for professional help if needed.
  • Be gentle with others’ vulnerabilities – respond with compassion, not analysis or advice unless invited.

4. Constructive Contribution

  • Engage thoughtfully in discussions, circles, and workshops.
  • Avoid dominating conversations; allow space for quieter voices.
  • Keep posts relevant to the themes of The Inner Chapter – literature, reflection, growth, mindfulness, creativity, and the human experience.
  • Avoid political or religious proselytising, polarising debates, or gossip.

5. Privacy and Boundaries

This is a space for reflection, not disclosure.

  • Please do not share personal information such as phone numbers, email addresses, home addresses, or social media handles in posts or comments.
  • Keep your sharing within what feels safe and appropriate in a community setting. This is not a space for detailed recounts of distressing events.
  • Respect your own and others’ boundaries – you are never required to share more than you wish to.
  • Refrain from unsolicited private messaging or invitations for connection outside the platform.
  • Self-promotion, marketing, or links to external content are not permitted unless expressly invited by the host.

6. Inclusivity in Language and Conduct

Words shape our shared space.

  • Use inclusive, considerate language.
  • Be open to feedback if your words unintentionally cause harm.
  • If unsure about a term or topic, ask –  curiosity is welcome here.

7. Moderation and Stewardship

Our role as moderators is to care for this community – to keep it aligned with its purpose and to protect its tone.

  • If posts or comments fall outside these guidelines, they may be gently edited, hidden, or removed.
  • Members whose behaviour repeatedly breaches these agreements may be asked to pause or leave the community.
  • Where possible, moderators will reach out privately first to clarify or resolve misunderstandings.

8. Raising Concerns

If something feels uncomfortable or unsafe:

  • You may contact the moderators privately via email or direct message.
  • All concerns will be treated with care and confidentiality.
  • Our priority is to restore trust and wellbeing, not to shame or punish.

9. Shared Responsibility

The Inner Chapter is not just a platform — it is a shared act of care.
 Each of us helps create the quality of this space.
 Your mindful presence, empathy, and honesty are what make it flourish.

Closing Words

“Be kind whenever possible. It is always possible.”

— The Dalai Lama

Thank you for being part of The Inner Chapter.
Your participation is a gift — to yourself and to others.

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