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You're a reader! Here are written guidelines to prepare you for the cross-cultural journey with your sister match. You don't have to go it alone!

Don't know what to expect when communicating with women from cultures very different from your own? Wondering how you'll know if you're doing it right? Or how much will be asked of you? Read our Expectations Guide to know that your questions are normal.

Good surprises are in store!  Here are helpful hints to keep you feeling confident in your communication with women from other cultures.

The money question often surfaces before and after our Circles meet. When you read our Thoughts about Money and friendship, you will learn how providing financial support both opens and closes doors.

Consider forming a covenant - a mutual agreement - with your Circle connections to clarify your purpose and expectations and make your commitment real. We have prepared a sample covenant for you.

Concerned because you don't have a computer or easy access to the internet? Chances are you can still connect. Read what others have done.

For your convenience:

• Introduction to the concept of Circles and Circle principles.
• Communicating Across Cultures:  Guidelines and principles that support connections. locally as well as across cultures and languages.
• Money Guide: How money affects match relationships, and how to keep yours positive.
• Covenant your agreement and commitment to your Global Network match.
• Member Support: A place to find resources, support, and answers to your questions.
• Live Support: Connect with staff and members each week to ask questions and get answers.
• Written Documents for Support: Step X Step instructions for the most basic member functions: the "How To" instructions.
• Staff Recordings for Support: Podcasts to support you as a member of our Global Network.
• Going to the Well: Renewal is an important aspect of connection and relationships. Dip in to be refreshed and inspired.
• Peace X Peace Promotional Piece: One-page introduction that says it all.