How to Use LLM Assistance¶
Support for reflection and documentation — not a source of authority.
Purpose¶
Language models (LLMs) can support writing, summarizing, and refining circle materials.
They are tools for clarity, consistency, and accessibility, not substitutes for practice or discernment.
Used carefully, they help the circle document and evolve without centralizing authority.
Guidelines¶
1. Absolutely Fine to Use¶
Using an LLM to:
- Proofread or simplify language
- Format notes, summaries, or templates
- Suggest structure for documentation or publications
- Draft or edit living documents before group review
LLMs are collaborators in refinement — never in decision-making.
2. Protect Privacy and Integrity¶
- Do not share personal names, private reflections, or identifiable information.
- Replace names with roles or initials when summarizing (e.g., Participant A, Facilitator).
- Remove sensitive data before uploading or prompting.
- Never delegate interpersonal communication to an LLM.
3. Proofread Everything¶
Always review and correct outputs before sharing.
Check for:
- Tone consistency (neutral, non-promotional)
- Accuracy of meaning
- Alignment with Practice Circle ethos
If the text feels artificial, polish it manually before inclusion.
4. Support, Not Authority¶
LLMs can suggest language but cannot interpret experience, resolve conflict, or speak for the group.
They serve as custodians of clarity, not creators of meaning.
Final judgment always rests with human participants.
Summary¶
Use LLMs as assistants for articulation, not as decision-makers or voices of authority.
They help us write clearly, not think for us.
Practice remains human.
The machine helps us see — not decide.
Resources¶
LLM Custom Prompts — Ready-to-use prompts for configuring custom GPTs and other language models to align with Practice Circle principles.