Anchors: What Remains Unchanged

"To be rooted is perhaps the most important and least recognized need of the human soul." — Simone Weil

What is the one thing about you that has stayed the same, even as the world around you has completely changed?

In a world full of strict routines and sudden changes, there is a constant pressure to be adaptable. We are told to adjust quickly and flow like water around obstacles. When life moves so fast, staying unbound is often praised as the ultimate way to live.

But the push for an untethered life brings its own quiet challenge. As we try to keep up with our surroundings, how do we avoid losing ourselves in the process? What is the difference between a heavy chain that holds us back, and a reliable anchor that keeps us centered in the storm?

Join us at this Curious Souls Cafe gathering to explore the balance between staying adaptable and staying grounded. We will discuss the core values we hold most dear, the daily habits that save our sanity, and how to tell the difference between healthy flexibility and losing our true selves.

Bring your stories, a reflective spirit, and an open mind. Let's discover what holds us steady, together.

Inviting all who are...

⚓ Exploring whether "anchors" are necessary for our well-being, or if they are just heavy baggage
🌊 Balancing the desire to be highly adaptable with the need to protect a quiet, stable core
⚖️ Reflecting on the personal truths that have survived the many phases and transitions of their lives
☕ Seeking a warm, deeply reflective space to talk about what truly matters most
🗣️ Believing that while we are always growing, there is a beautiful stillness at the center of who we are

📅 Agenda / What You'll Experience

💬 Prompted Conversations

We will use virtual question cards designed to help people thoughtfully explore the foundations of their identities. Here are some sample questions:

• Are "anchors" (like deep attachments to people, places, or routines) necessary to keep us grounded, or do they eventually just hold us back?
• How do you tell the difference between gracefully adapting to a new environment and accidentally losing yourself to it?
• Think back to who you were ten years ago. What is one core trait or belief that has remained steadily intact?
• Have you ever realized that a specific "anchor" you relied on for years was actually just keeping you stuck in place?

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

Note: This session may involve virtual question cards accessed via a link or QR code. If you do not have a device (phone/tablet) to access these, please ask a facilitator for assistance; we have spare units available. The exact format of the event may change depending on turnout according to https://curioussouls.cafe/#how-to and other factors.

💬 Final Thoughts and Feedback

Where time allows, 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, the group 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, check out our official website at https://curioussouls.cafe

📍 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 any third-party names mentioned.

✨ 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!