Authentic Games Berlin

We are starting into a new round of having some human magic happen :)

What to expect at an Authentic Games Berlin event?
Authentic Relating is embodied communication practice. We search for authenticity – staying true to your needs, feelings and boundaries – while relating to other human beings with their needs, feelings and boundaries.

Theme of the evening: Comfort & Discomfort
Don’t we all love comfort? We naturally move toward what feels cosy, familiar, predictable. It gives us a sense of safety and control.
Because of that, we often avoid anything uncomfortable, even when it costs us connection. Maybe we never approach the interesting stranger. Maybe we skip the difficult conversation with a friend.
Maybe we pull away from someone who brings up something tender.

But discomfort is not the same as danger. It is a normal part of being human - unpleasant, yes, but also a doorway into growth, learning, and deeper connection.

In self‑development spaces we often hear “step out of your comfort zone”. But what does that actually mean?
How does your body respond to discomfort?
And how can we stay with discomfort together - as partners, friends, or a community?

In this session, we will explore our relationship with comfort and discomfort so we can expand our capacity to hold the full spectrum of human experience.
Come curious - leave connected.

Join us on Tuesday, 25th August 2026 at Café Maggie, Frankfurter Allee 205, 10365 Berlin, 7–9 pm (please come to land up to 15 minutes earlier, as we start at the full hour, doors close at 7 pm)

Price
The event is donation based. Cash or PayPal only, no registration needed. Suggested donation: 8-20 €. No one will be turned away due to the lack of funds.

What to bring?
Nothing but you. You have everything you need to take part in this experience of human connection.

Everyone is welcome to join. Even if you are on the waitlist here on Meet-Up, please come and join us - we will have a spot for you.
No previous experience with Authentic Relating Practices needed.

Spread the word. Bring a friend - all are welcome. We look forward to seeing you there.

Accessibility and diversity note
We aim to make our Authentic Games events accessible and diverse. We would like to explicitly welcome everybody, regardless of age, social background, identity, body shape, (dis)abilities etc. We put effort into dismantling biases and systems of oppressions we participate in as well as meeting various access needs. Feel free to contact us at [authenticgamesberlin@gmail.com](mailto:authenticgamesberlin@gmail.com) if you have any concerns or questions in this regard.

Authentic Games events are based on talking and listening to other people in pairs, trios or bigger groups. Depending on the number of participants, this may generate a considerable level of noise in the space.
The event is held in English with possible translation to German or Polish. While playing the game you can talk in a language you choose with your partner(s). Sometimes the games may also involve movement (for example walking). Consensual touch with other participants is allowed but never necessary.

The upcoming event is happening in Café Maggie at Frankfurter Allee 205 – next to U-Bahn Magdalenenstraße. The space is on the ground floor, but there is one small doorstep at the entrance. There is a barrier free toilet inside. Despite the name, you cannot buy drinks in Café Maggie, but we provide water and tea for participants.