The Rites of Passage Canvas is a powerful reflection tool designed to help individuals and teams evaluate the past year and set clear, intentional goals for the year ahead. This step-by-step process fosters personal growth, team alignment, and clarity, giving you a comprehensive overview of what to keep, change, and prioritize moving forward.
Whether you’re using it for self-reflection or as a collaborative exercise, the template ensures a structured and meaningful approach to growth in 2025.
Benefits of using the ‘Rites of Passage’ Canvas:
✅ Helps you gain clarity by reflecting on both the positives and negatives of the past year.
✅ Identifies what worked well and what needs to change for greater personal or professional success.
✅ Encourages intentional decision-making to focus on what truly matters in the new year.
✅ Provides a structured way for teams to align on goals and strategies, improving collaboration and trust.
✅ Promotes a balance between celebrating achievements and learning from challenges to ensure sustainable growth.
Participants:
The Rites of Passage Template can be used individually or with a team. For teams, we recommend starting with a shared discussion before transitioning to individual reflections and group insights. This helps create a shared vision and stronger alignment.
Preparation:
- Download and print the Rites of Passage Template for each participant.
- Provide pens or markers for easy note-taking.
- For teams, prepare a physical or digital space to share reflections (e.g., a flip chart, whiteboard, or virtual collaboration tool).
- Set aside a quiet, focused environment to encourage deep reflection.
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How to use the ‘Rites of Passage’ Canvas:
1️⃣ Reflect on the Past Year (Positive & Negative):
Begin by reviewing the positive aspects of the year (achievements, growth, improvements). Then, explore the challenges or areas that didn’t go as planned. Use these insights to identify patterns, areas of success, and opportunities for growth.
2️⃣ Identify What to Keep and Regain:
- From the positives, determine what habits, practices, or achievements you want to carry forward.
- From the challenges, decide what you want to prioritize regaining in the new year.
3️⃣ Integrate Learnings:
Reflect on how to integrate these lessons into the coming year. Consider what you must remove, change, or add to achieve your goals.
4️⃣ Define Action Steps (Remove, Change, Add):
Use the final three sections of the template to outline clear action steps:
- Remove: What will you stop doing to free up energy or resources?
- Change: What new approaches will you take to improve results?
- Add: What new habits, routines, or goals will you introduce?
Practical Tips:
- Be Honest: Reflection works best when you’re honest about both your successes and challenges.
- Prioritize: Focus on the changes that will have the greatest impact on your life or team.
- Collaborate: When using this with a team, foster an open and respectful dialogue to create alignment and trust.
- Follow Up: Revisit your Rites of Passage Template regularly to track progress and adjust as needed.
Material:
The Rites of Passage Template (downloadable PDF, one per participant)
Pens or markers
Optional: Flip chart, whiteboard, or collaboration tool for group settings
Time:
30-60 minutes
Download the Rites of Passage Template (PDF) for free!
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