Depending on group and individual questions/needs, council adapts and remains flexible to the prevailing situation and field of enquiry.

The purpose and form of council are by necessity, linked. Apart from the basic council structure which may or may not have prescribed themes, there are any number of derivatives. Some examples are

The Spiral

The Fishbowl

Decision-making

Conflict resolution

Dream and Vision Councils

Personal Reflection or Response Council

Children's Councils – Family Councils

Darkstar or Coyote Council

Surrogate Council

Council variations can be limitless, but it is the moment that truly suggests the kind of council best supporting what is needed. Listening, is the key and the basic practice for a successful council and life-dicipline

RESPONSIBLE

Accountable as being the cause of something

RESPONSE

Something said or done in answer, reply or reaction