Vulnerability

Hi everyone! Let's meet to talk about "Vulnerability".

Here are a few questions we might talk about:

What is vulnerability for you?
Is it a good thing or a bad thing to show vulnerability? In which topics and situations?
Did you regret showing vulnerability in some occasion?
Did you experience an event that changed your mind about vulnerability?
Are there emotions that you rarely or never show anyone?
What's the relation between deep talk and vulnerability?
Do you have tips to create an environment where people can show vulnerability?
Do you have role models that are good at being vulnerable?

Please remember the ground rules of this group:

1. Refrain from interrupting until a group member has finished speaking, or having side-conversations during this time
2. Feel free to comment on the thoughts of others after they're finished (it's a discussion, after all, and it should feel organic), but try to refrain from diminishing their viewpoint, or trying to shift their opinions "debate-style"
3. Try to relax! You will hear some unfamiliar opinions and experiences- that's okay! Allow it to be expansive and thought-provoking, with an understanding that our differences can sometimes feel uncomfortable- that's just human.
4. Also let's remove the awkward from "awkward silences" because sometimes we just need a little bit of time to think before answering an unusual question.

We don't want to give short, factual answers, but also explain the "why" behind our answers. Participants are also encouraged to add their own questions freely. We encourage everyone to bring their unashamed and radical honesty- you never know what new thoughts you may inspire in others by being truly vulnerable and authentic.
New, and at first strange questions can lead to inspirational new ideas, radical honesty, and a real connection. Come ready to learn more about others, about yourself, and hopefully, reconnect to some meaningful aspects of being human through a new (to us, but really old) understanding of relationship to community.
Notes:

• If you can't come please sign off, so we know for how many people we should reserve a table

What to bring:

• Curiosity
• Honesty
• Respect
• Empathy
• An open mind
• An awareness of your boundaries

What not to bring:

• Prejudice
• Judgement