The systemic constellation with animal figures
Systemic constellation is a profound method in the field of psychological counseling, coaching and personal development that aims to better understand and optimize interpersonal dynamics and structures. By using animal figures that represent people or characteristic role patterns, this method enables a creative and emotional approach to understanding complex relationships.
The role of animal characters in team development
Animal figures in systemic constellations allow a deeper and often more intuitive understanding of team dynamics. Each animal brings its own symbolism, which enables a multi-layered reflection of the various team roles. The selection and positioning of the animals - such as a turtle, tiger, cow, lion or giraffe - creates a visual and tangible image of the group structure and promotes discussion about individual contributions and relationships within the team.
Application in education
Especially in educational work with children, animal figures such as cats, ducks, sheep or monkeys offer a playful bridge to exploring group relationships and promoting social skills. Their representation and the associated role play allow children to access complex topics in an age-appropriate manner. Animal figures can also be used to gain easy access to children on more difficult topics - however, it is absolutely necessary to be trained and psychologically educated in order to be able to carry out a constellation with children.
Creative impulse in systemic coaching
In addition to the classic application in team development and education, animal figures bring a lively and creative component to systemic coaching. Interaction with figures such as foxes, roosters or rhinoceros inspires new perspectives and helps to break established patterns of thinking and behavior.
The advantages of animal figures over classic wooden figures
Compared to traditional wooden figures, animal figures such as the dirty pig, the proud hippopotamus or the sociable llama offer a deeper emotional resonance and can be metaphorically richer. They facilitate access to complex emotions and promote a holistic view of group processes.
Summary
Systemic constellations with animal figures (link) are an enrichment for everyone who works in the areas of teamwork, education and personal development. They enable a dynamic and pictorial examination of roles, relationships and group structures. This approach offers a refreshing alternative to traditional methods and supports people in developing a deeper understanding and a new appreciation for the complexity of their social environments.
