By Giannira Giunti

This new session arrived with a wave of change. Our older Pumas moved to a different Studio, and with that shift, Discovery took on a new shape. We are now a younger tribe, full of curiosity, playful energy and facing challenges that look different from those of past sessions. Every stage brings its own rhythm and this one invited us to slow down, observe and think.

Over the past few days, we gathered in a circle to talk about something essential for our growth: autonomy. Not the abstract idea, but the real, everyday version, the one that shows up in how we take care of our materials, how we collaborate, how we respect the flow of the Studio, and how we lift each other up.

So we asked ourselves: which responsibilities are we handling with autonomy, consistency and excellence as a tribe? Which ones still need my support as a guide?

This sparked a rich, honest discussion. Les Pumas shared examples from their own experiences:

Moments when they felt confident and capable, like organizing their materials without reminders or solving small conflicts with calm.
Moments when things became tricky, like transitions that felt rushed, or clean-up routines that slipped when excitement took over.
Responsibilities that feel “easy wins” for the tribe, and others that feel like “still growing.”

We talked about what responsibility truly means in Discovery: not just completing a task, but showing care for the community, honoring agreements, and noticing when someone needs help. Some Pumas reflected on how their actions affect the whole Studio. Others shared how much better the day feels when everyone does their part. After listening to each other, we placed every responsibility on our Freedoms & Responsibilities scale, a visual tool that helps us see clearly what is fully in the tribe’s hands and what still requires guidance.

Seeing everything laid out sparked even more reflection: Why do we shine here? What makes this one harder? What could help us shift this responsibility toward autonomy?

From this process, the tribe chose three key responsibilities they want to reclaim and strengthen. Not because someone told them to, but because they genuinely want Discovery to feel smoother, calmer, and more theirs. Every time the tribe masters one of these responsibilities again, we’ll celebrate with an experience proposed by the Pumas, maybe a park afternoon, a team game, or something creative they dream up. Growth should feel meaningful, and also joyful. This session is already teaching us something important: Autonomy isn’t a switch, it’s a journey built through practice, reflection, and community. Discovery is transforming, and the tribe is stepping into that transformation with intentionality.