What we’re about
💡Mind Builder is an English speaking community in Seoul where open, meaningful, and friendly conversations matter. We believe that everyone has something valuable to share, and our goal is to create a welcoming space for curious minds to connect.
We welcome anyone who enjoys exchanging ideas, exploring new perspectives, and growing their critical thinking skills in a supportive and respectful environment.
Our discussions touch on many topics, such as:
• 🌍 Social issues
• 🗳️ Politics
• 💭 Philosophy
• 🎭 Culture & lifestyle
• 😂 Fun and lighthearted topics
This is not a lecture or a class
it’s a space where every voice matters. Whether you’re a native speaker, fluent, or still improving your English, you’ll find a place here. Just bring an open mind, a curious spirit, and let’s learn, laugh, and grow together. ✨
📅 We usually meet 1–2 times per month in person. There’s no pressure to attend every time come whenever you can.
💬 Between meetups, members can stay connected, share thoughts, and continue conversations in our WhatsApp group chat.
👉 Important announcements and schedules will also be posted there, so don’t forget to join!
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Upcoming events
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Mind Builder - Seoul #8 Christmas Discussion: Meaning, Love, and Modern Society
Coconut Box Cafe, 서울 마포구 홍익로3길 20, Seoul, KRMind Builder Special #8 Christmas 🎅🏻
Christmas is often seen as a season of joy and love,
but it also raises deeper questions about belief, tradition, loneliness, consumption, and connection.
Let’s slow down, think deeply, and talk honestly together 💕
📆 Date: December 25 (Wednesday)
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Location: Coconut Box Cafe, Hongdae
💸 Participation Fee: Individual drink purchase
📌 Please meet in front of the main entrance by 6:00 PM.
🎁 Discussion Theme
“What Does Christmas Mean in the Modern World?”
We’ll explore how Christmas is experienced differently across cultures, beliefs, and personal histories
and what it truly represents beyond religion, gifts, and traditions.
💭 Example Discussion Questions
• What does Christmas mean to you personally joy, pressure, loneliness, tradition, or something else?
• Why do holidays sometimes make people feel lonelier instead of happier?
• If Christmas didn’t exist, would we need to invent something like it?
🍷 After Discussion Hangout (Optional)
After the discussion, we’ll go to a nearby pub for drinks and casual conversation 🍻
This part is completely optional feel free to join or head home if you prefer.
No pressure, just good vibes and open conversations.
🗣 Language & Atmosphere
💬 The discussion will be 100% in English
You’re welcome to listen quietly or speak as much as you like.
Everyone is welcome from quiet thinkers to passionate speakers.
No philosophy background needed
just curiosity, openness, and respect for different perspectives.
✅ How to Join
If you plan to attend, please click the “Join” button to confirm.
📢 All updates will be shared in the Mind Builder WhatsApp group chat, so make sure to join!
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2025 Reflection & 2026 Intentions | English Discussion in Hongdae
Coconut Box Cafe, 서울 마포구 홍익로3길 20, Seoul, KRThe end of the year is
the perfect moment to pause, look back, and think about what lies ahead.
For some, 2025 was confusing.
For others, it was a year of growth.
And for some, it may have simply been a year of endurance.
Now, 2026 stands before us
as a year of possibility, choice, and direction yet to be defined.
In this gathering,
we’ll slow down, reflect honestly,
and share how we want to approach the year ahead 💭
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📆 Date: December 27 (Saturday)
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 Location: Coconut Box Cafe, Hongdae
💸 Participation Fee: Individual drink purchase
📌 Please meet in front of the cafe entrance by 7:00 PM.
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🎯 Discussion Theme
“What kind of year was 2025, and what kind of year do you want 2026 to be?”
This session is a space for
setting New Year intentions,
honest reflection, and meaningful direction.
We’ll look back on 2025
to talk about what we felt and what we learned,
and share the mindset and attitude
with which we want to welcome 2026.
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💭 Example Discussion Questions
• If you had to describe 2025 in one word, what would it be?
• What did 2025 teach you about yourself?
• In 2026, what do you want less of, rather than more?
• Regardless of outcomes, what kind of person do you want to become in 2026?
• What would an emotionally successful 2026 look like to you?
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✍️ What We’ll Do Together
• A brief reflection on 2025
• Writing down New Year intentions for 2026
• Sharing thoughts and perspectives
• Listening to different experiences and widening our views
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🍷 After-Discussion Hangout (Optional)
After the discussion,
we’ll head to a nearby place for casual drinks and conversation 🍻
This part is completely optional.
Join if you feel like it, or head home whenever you prefer.
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🗣 Language & Atmosphere
💬 This discussion will be 100% in English.
You’re welcome to speak as much or as little as you like listening quietly is absolutely fine.
No philosophy background or preparation is needed.
All we ask for is
openness, respect, and curiosity about different perspectives.
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✅ How to Join
If you plan to attend, please click the “Join” button.
📢 All updates will be shared through the
Mind Builder WhatsApp group, so please make sure to join after signing up.
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Past events
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