After the Break: When something has ended — and you are no longer explaining it

After the Break
When something has ended — and you are no longer explaining it

There are moments in life when something ends — a relationship, a role, a version of yourself, a way of relating — not with clarity or closure, but with a quiet, irreversible shift.

After the Break is a space for that phase: when you are no longer explaining, fixing, or making sense of what has already fallen away.

This evening is not about processing the past or preparing for what comes next. It is about staying with what exists now — the steadier ground, the unanswered edges, the subtle recalibration that happens after something has ended.

What this evening is like
This is a gently guided, reflective evening with moments of dialogue and moments of quiet.

We will begin together, with a brief opening and a short round of introductions. From there, the evening unfolds in a slow rhythm: individual reflection, paired exchanges, and pauses in between.

You may find yourself:

• sitting with a written reflection prompt
• speaking one-to-one with different partners over the course of the evening
• listening more than you speak
• or choosing silence at times, without explanation

There is no group debate, no pressure to disclose personal history, and no expectation to arrive at insight or resolution. Sharing is voluntary and self-directed.

Silence is allowed. Withdrawal is allowed. Listening is participation.

I will hold the container and guide transitions, but I will not interpret, analyse, or steer conversations toward outcomes.

What this space supports

• Being seen without being asked to explain yourself
• Letting clarity exist without defending it
• Allowing distance without closing the heart
• Practising self-regulation in the presence of others

This is not about resolution.
It is about staying with yourself after something has already resolved internally.

Who this is for
This event is for you if:

• something meaningful in your life has ended, and you are no longer trying to make sense of it out loud
• you value restraint, pacing, and emotional self-responsibility
• you are comfortable with ambiguity and non-closure
• you are willing to let depth emerge slowly, or not at all

Who this is not for

• This event is not for those seeking therapy, emotional processing, or advice-giving.
• It is not a space for fixing, analysing others, or being guided toward answers.
• It is also not a fast-paced discussion or social mixer. While there is dialogue, it is slow, intentional, and interspersed with silence.
• If you are looking for immediate emotional release, certainty, or clear outcomes by the end of the evening, this may not be the right space for you.

This gathering is part of a monthly series.
Each edition carries a distinct theme and stands on its own.

How this fits into the larger arc
After the Break sits within a broader 2026 journey that includes:

• The Foyer — a gentle threshold and orientation space
• Be My Date: The Next Chapter — a guided experiential journey inward
• Interview Series: The Inner Journeys — intimate conversations about inner transformation

Each space stands on its own. You are not expected to attend everything. Trust your timing.

Contribution: €10 donation upon arrival. All proceeds support room rental.

Practical notes

• Doors open at 6:15 PM
• The event starts on time
• The event is held in English

Please arrive early enough to settle in.

Photography
Photos may be taken during the event for documentation and community sharing (event page). If you prefer not to be photographed, please inform me before the event begins. This will be fully respected.

Community & event etiquette
This space works because participants show up with presence and responsibility.

• If you RSVP “Going,” you are expected to attend.
• If your plans change, please remove yourself from the Going or Waiting List at least 12 hours before the event.
• Cancellations less than 6 hours before the event will be marked as a No-Show and may affect participation in future events.
• If an emergency arises, message me directly to avoid being flagged as a No-Show.
• Please do not attend if you are on the Waiting List.

Boundaries

• This is not a space for promoting or selling products or services.
  Participants who do so will be asked to leave and removed from the group.

These boundaries are in place to protect the quality, safety, and integrity of the experience.

By attending, you agree to respect both the structure of the event and the experience of others.

Reservation opens Fri, Jan 9, 2026 · 12:00 AM