Uncertainty

This is our 50th event! To mark the occasion, let's explore the topic of Uncertainty as suggested by Thomas. Why uncertainty and 50? Think about the flip of a coin: there's a 50 percent chance of landing heads and 50 percent chance of landing tail. The outcome is (very) uncertain.

We will gather questions from the group and discuss the most popular ones. Here are a few questions to get you started to think about the topic:

• How do you personally experience uncertainty?
• How does the inherent uncertainty of life influence our search for meaning and purpose, and can embracing uncertainty be a source of existential fulfilment?
• In what ways can uncertainty be viewed as an opportunity for growth and adaptation? Has uncertainty led you to personal growth or transformation in the past?
• What is your balance between planning for the future and being flexible in the face of uncertainty?

🌮 Food for thought

• "Life can only be understood backward, but it must be lived forwards." - Kierkegaard
• "Doubt is not a pleasant condition, but certainty is absurd." - Voltaire
• "One must still have chaos in oneself to be able to give birth to a dancing star." - Nietzsche
  "If you would be a real seeker after truth, it is necessary that at least once in your life you doubt, as far as possible, all things." - Descartes
• "The fundamental cause of the trouble is that in the modern world, the stupid are cocksure while the intelligent are full of doubt." - Bertrand Russell

If you've never participated before, here's what to expect:

• 2 hours of deep, interesting conversations in a respectful environment that will elevate your spirit and give you new ideas for life, work or relationships
• a supportive group of people sharing their own unique experiences and viewpoints, and encouraging you to do the same
• a rich mix of newcomers and regulars from different countries and cultures for a broad diversity of opinions and experiences

Please remember the existing rules of this group:

• DO express your ideas clearly, calmly and concisely
• DO listen actively
• DO approach the conversation with an open mind and be willing to hear different perspectives
• DO make yourself fully present. DON'T pull out your phone during the conversation

🚫 No-show policy
As the group size is small, no-shows have a strong negative impact on the group. As such, the policy is that as a general rule, no-shows and same-day cancellations will not be able to sign up for future events. To avoid this:

• Only reserve a spot if you really intend to come.
• If your plans have changed, cancel at least 24 hours before the event, to give people on the waiting list a chance to change their own plans and make it to the event.
• If you have a real last-minute emergency and need to cancel in the last 24 hours, please contact me directly to avoid "no-show" status.