Talking circles, also known as sharing circles, have been used in ceremonies for hundreds of years. Rooted in Indigenous values and knowledge systems emphasizing interconnectedness and responsibility to community, participants share power through storytelling, empowering each participant to share what they want in a non-judgmental environment, leading to deep, rich, authentic responses from participants. Talking circles can be used for assessment, evaluation, research, discussion, problem-solving, and decision-making. In a study focused on student sense of belonging, participants and I employed talking circles, which changed the dynamic of data collection in ways that focus groups never could. In this article, I center on the differences between focus groups and talking circles, a reflection on the process of utilizing talking circles, and why and how more studies should consider the use of talking circles.