Private Acts, Public Selves: Authenticity at the Intersection of Selfhood

A deep-dive into the spaces between who we are, who we show, and how we bridge the gap.

Whether you’re navigating personal reinvention, reconciling private truths with public roles, or reflecting on moments when you’ve hidden (or revealed) parts of yourself, this event offers a space to explore identity, vulnerability, and the courage to live authentically.

Through curated conversational cards and group dialogue, you’ll unpack how we negotiate inner truths with outer expectations—sparking insights about self-acceptance, societal pressures, and the freedom of embracing our full selves.

Come with an open mind, share in enriching discussions, and leave with fresh perspectives on authenticity, identity, and the art of being human.

Inviting all Curious Souls passionate about:
🌍 Embracing open-mindedness
🤝 Tapping into collective wisdom
🗣️ Engaging in meaningful conversations
🌱 Embarking on journeys of self-discovery
📚 Exploring identity through diverse lenses

🗓️ Agenda / What You'll Experience

💬 Icebreaker Conversation Cards (Round 1)

We will begin the session with authenticity-themed conversation cards. You'll have the opportunity to pick a card and initiate thought-provoking conversations with fellow attendees. Here's a sneak peak of some of the questions:

• “When does adapting to others become self-erasure?”
• “How do private struggles shape our public identities?”
• “What helps us ‘brave the wilderness’ of our authenticity?”

💬 Discussion on a Spontaneous Question (Round 2)

Where time allows, our diverse group of friends and strangers will come together to exchange ideas on an intriguing topic chosen spontaneously.

Each participant is encouraged to contribute by sharing a unique question. You’re welcome to bring a question that’s been on your mind, or you can draw inspiration from the icebreaker conversation cards provided. Once all the questions are collected, the group will collaboratively select one to kick off the discussion.

From there, we’ll embark on a respectful, engaging, and meaningful conversation, celebrating the diversity of perspectives and ideas within the group.

💬 Final Thoughts and Feedback

In the final 10 minutes of the event, we’ll take a moment to reflect on the key insights, memorable moments, and takeaways from our discussions. This is a chance to distill the shared wisdom and leave with a deeper understanding of the topics we’ve explored together.

After the event officially concludes, we may choose to extend the session, depending on the group’s interest. Of course, you’re welcome to leave at any time that feels right for you.

An anonymized summary will be shared for sessions where key insights are identified. After the meeting, our facilitators and participants may reflect on the discussion and contribute to a summary or collaborative workbook based on their notes and observations. Additionally, questions may be revisited in future sessions in an anonymized manner. To explore what our events are like, you can browse some of our past meetings archived at curioussoulscafe.substack.com

📍 Location

City: Hong Kong
Address: Empire Centre, 68 Mody Road, Tsim Sha Tsui East

Inside the shopping mall of Empire Centre, there is a large open area dedicated to a café. We will sit at a round table or sofa inside (near a Hang Seng ATM or 7-Eleven store). Please look for the big words "Curious Souls Café" on our table.

If you take the MTR, the nearest station and exit will be East Tsim Sha Tsui Station (Exit P1). From there, you can walk to Empire Centre, which is just a few minutes away.

Google Maps link: maps.app.goo.gl/51Jr8qxY4q5YLQ6q7

🈚 Free of Charge

While there is no charge to attend, we kindly encourage you to support the venue by purchasing a drink and/or any items from their menu.

Note: This event is not affiliated with the restaurant or the question card game.

✨ What is Curious Souls Café?

Welcome to Curious Souls Café! 👋 Designed to nurture healthy curiosity and foster connections, this is a warm and friendly space for meaningful conversations. 😊 We invite you to join us for an experience filled with thought-provoking dialogue, meaningful connections, and personal growth.

We look forward to meeting you at one of our events in the future!