What we’re about
Have you ever felt a little lonely or bored, in spite of being surrounded by people? Do you spend too much time scrolling on your phone and feeling restless by the end of the week? Do you wish you could meet new people outside of your usual circle?
We’ve all been there. That's why we created Listener's Circle, a warm and welcoming space where you can connect with strangers, listen to their stories with an open mind, and explore different perspectives together.
Founded in 2019, we took a short break during the pandemic but are now back and thriving! We host in-person events at Lahe Lahe, Atta Galatta, and Dialogues Cafe in Bangalore. So far, we’ve hosted 80+ events, each with 25-35 participants, and countless meaningful connections.
Our event formats
We currently host two types of events.
- Tell Your Story (TYS)
You can choose to register as a speaker or as a listener. Speakers share a personal story (a life experience, a funny anecdote, a challenge you're facing-scroll down for examples!) for 6-8 minutes. Listeners offer their undivided attention without judgement, interruptions, or unsolicited advice. You walk away feeling heard, connected, and perhaps even inspired!
- Coffee and Conversations (C&C)
Join us for a free-flowing conversation around a different topic every week. Everyone gets to chip in with their views or stories on the topic and there’s no rigid format. We go where the wind blows us! The theme will be decided on the spot to keep the surprise and spontaneity alive. Also, your beverage of choice is on us—piping hot filter coffee or a nice cup of chai.
Listener’s Circle is a non-profit, community-driven initiative. The nominal charge of ₹150 covers our venue/hosting costs.
Looking for a meaningful connection or a thought-provoking conversation this weekend? Come experience Listener's Circle for yourself!
Upcoming events (1)
See all- Listeners' Circle - Edition 88 - Tell Your StoryDialogues Cafe, Bengaluru
Hello Listener! Please get your pass from the below link!
https://in.bookmyshow.com/events/listeners-circle-tell-your-story/ET00330970
Listeners’ circle is now back after a pause, more committed to the cause than ever. Listeners’ Circle in association with Dialogues now happening again at the venue!! Speak your heart out without fear of judgment and listen without judging!
Every story matters. Every life matters. Every feeling matters. But do we share our stories, struggles, and experiences with others openly? What stops us? Isn't it the fear of judgment? And how often we listen to others
patiently without judging them?
Think about how it would feel to take an hour out of your fast-paced life and tell your story to people who listen to you without judging? Also, listen to the stories of others without judging.
Listeners' circle, Bangalore is an initiative to make that happen. Started in May 2018 at as a not for Profit Initiative, we have hosted 40+ editions until now, impacting more than 300+ Speakers and 1000+ Listeners.
The previous editions had some exciting stories to listen to.
An Entrepreneur from IIT Madras shared his life-changing near-death experience and how it transformed his
complete life.
A Management Profession shared how being just ‘Ordinary’ all along his life has helped him and his circles. He articulated that being ‘Ordinary’ is the new difference.A founder of a theatre group shared how she bravely stood up to the sexual harassment of a fellow passenger in a bus moving through the middle of the forest in midnight.
A thirty-something professional shared how she is in a journey of re-discovering love after five years of separation and being single.
Someone shared how an experience in a cab on his first journey in Japan, made him understand Japan and honesty.
Everyone has such stories to share. Do you have something to share?
Be a part of the Listener's circle - Edition 88
Speak your mind without being judged. Speak your mind without any boundaries.
Would you like to just listen? We have a place for you too.
