Community of Curious Minds

Welcome to the Dubai Community of Curious Minds!

It is easy to become so caught up in daily life that we forget to pause and think deeply about ourselves and the world around us. We can end up living almost like zombies on autopilot: work, eat, sleep, repeat. Philosophical discussion gives us an opportunity to step outside that routine, question what we take for granted, and engage in deeper critical thinking.

In this group, we ask, answer, and explore philosophical questions and ideas. The purpose is not to prove that our own opinions are correct, but to enrich ourselves by listening to different perspectives, discovering new concepts, and reconsidering our assumptions.

Our meetups focus primarily on our personal philosophies of life rather than the formal teachings of famous philosophers or academics. You do not need any previous knowledge of philosophy to participate. Curiosity, open-mindedness, and a willingness to think are far more important.

This is not a platform for promoting political, religious, or ideological beliefs. Participants are encouraged to question ideas, challenge their own views, and respectfully engage with the perspectives shared by others.

Our discussions may explore topics such as human nature, morality, ethics, the origins of the universe, the meaning of existence, consciousness, death and the afterlife, existentialism, artificial intelligence, transhumanism, life extension, free will, identity, and the future of humanity.

There may not always be definite answers—but asking better questions can change the way we understand life.

Our events

We currently have six events:

1. Sober Philosophy - every other Sunday 1830 onwards
2. Drunken Philosophy (philosophy over drinks) - every Saturday 1930 onwards
3. Debates and Discussions - every other Sunday 1830 onwards
4. Crime Time - every Friday 2100 onwards
5. Online Philosophy - every Tuesday 2100 or 2130 onwards
6. Drunken Online Philosophy - occasionally, but cameras must be on

Note: We also have after-parties, and outdoor events, like picnics, yacht parties, camping trips, and stargazing trips from time to time.

Event fees

Our Sober Philosophy event is *free*.
The entry fee for Drunken Philosophy is *AED 40*.
The entry fee for Debates and Discussions is *AED 30*.
The entry fee for Crime Time is *AED 40*.
Our online events are *free*.
Outdoor event fees vary based on the activity and venue.

A Friendly Note About Etiquette

* Philosophical discussions naturally bring together different opinions, so a little disagreement is completely normal.

* Please treat everyone with kindness and respect, even when their views are very different from your own.

* Come with an open mind and a willingness to explore new ideas, cultures, perspectives, and ways of thinking.

* Feel free to challenge an idea, but never attack or belittle the person sharing it.

* Listen to understand, not simply to reply or prove someone wrong.

* Everyone should feel comfortable speaking, asking questions, and changing their mind.

* Our goal is to learn from one another and enjoy thoughtful, meaningful, and friendly
conversations.

Further information

For queries, suggestions and updates please join our WhatsApp group:

https://chat.whatsapp.com/JoVNHmlz02uKxXAL9MQ3jW?s=cl&p=a&ilr=1&amv=3

Our WhatsApp group consists of the announcements page, a discussion group, a mental health group, a group for general help, and other private groups.

You can also contact at 0503789177 or 0503551536.

Website

We also have a website! Visit us at https://curious-minds.co/.