About us
Online connection can lead to close friendships, romantic relationships, creative partnerships, support systems, and communities we may never have found otherwise. It can also bring rejection, misunderstanding, unwanted attention, loneliness, and uncertainty about how to approach one another.
The Connection Gap is a small, facilitated conversation for adults ages 25–45 about the full spectrum of connecting online: what has worked, what hasn’t, and what helps an interaction grow into something meaningful.
We’re bringing together people with different experiences and perspectives to talk honestly, listen with curiosity, and look for common ground. The goal is not to decide who has it harder or to debate one another. It is to better understand how people experience connection differently—and what we might share beneath those differences.
Topics may include:
Friendships and relationships that began online
Loneliness, rejection, and feeling invisible
Safety, trust, and unwanted attention
Dating apps, social media, online communities, and direct messages
What makes a conversation feel genuine
How an online connection becomes a lasting relationship
What healthier online spaces could look like
You do not need to be especially outgoing or have a polished story to participate. We are interested in people who are willing to speak from personal experience and thoughtfully listen to others.
This is not a dating event, political debate, or therapy session. The first gathering will not be recorded.
Space is limited so that everyone has an opportunity to participate. Please complete the short application to be considered.
The Connection Gap is presented by Dayoff, a social space built around meaningful conversations rather than followers.
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The Connection Gap
Online connection can lead to friendship, love, community, support, and relationships that might never have formed otherwise. It can also bring loneliness, rejection, misunderstanding, unwanted attention, and uncertainty about how to approach one another.
The Connection Gap is a small, facilitated conversation for adults ages 25–45 about the full spectrum of connecting online: what has worked, what hasn’t, and what helps an interaction become something meaningful.
We’re looking for people with a range of experiences—including those who have formed successful relationships online, those who have found connection difficult, and those whose experiences fall somewhere in between. This is not a debate about who has it harder. The goal is to listen with curiosity, find common ground, and better understand what makes online connection feel genuine, safe, and lasting.
Because the gathering will be intentionally small, participation is by application.
Apply here:
dayoff.io/the-connection-gap
Please note that RSVPing on Meetup does not reserve a seat. Selected participants will receive the final date, location, and event details directly.
The first gathering will not be recorded. It is not a dating event, political debate, or therapy session.
The Connection Gap is presented by Dayoff, a social space built around meaningful conversations rather than followers.
Upcoming events
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The Connection Gap
·OnlineOnlineOnline connection can lead to friendship, love, community, support, and relationships that might never have formed otherwise. It can also bring loneliness, rejection, misunderstanding, unwanted attention, and uncertainty about how to approach one another.
The Connection Gap is a small, facilitated conversation for adults ages 25–45 about the full spectrum of connecting online: what has worked, what hasn’t, and what helps an interaction become something meaningful.
We’re looking for people with a range of experiences—including those who have formed successful relationships online, those who have found connection difficult, and those whose experiences fall somewhere in between. This is not a debate about who has it harder. The goal is to listen with curiosity, find common ground, and better understand what makes online connection feel genuine, safe, and lasting.
Because the gathering will be intentionally small, participation is by application.Apply here:
dayoff.io/the-connection-gapPlease note that RSVPing on Meetup does not reserve a seat. Selected participants will receive the final date, location, and event details directly.
The first gathering will not be recorded. It is not a dating event, political debate, or therapy session.The Connection Gap is presented by Dayoff, a social space built around meaningful conversations rather than followers.
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