[Wednesday] [Brookfield Place] Discussion: Change over time

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Change over Time is about how we, our lives, and the world around us evolve. It can be slow or sudden, welcome or difficult—but it’s always happening. We grow older, gain new perspectives, and leave behind old habits, relationships, or beliefs. Some changes we choose; others are forced upon us. In this discussion, we’ll explore how time shapes who we are, how we deal with change, and what we hold onto or let go of as we move through life.

1. How have you personally changed in the past 5 or 10 years? What caused those changes?
2. Do you see change as something exciting, scary, or both? Why?
3. What’s one change in your life that felt difficult at the time but helped you grow?
4. Are there any parts of yourself or your life you wish hadn’t changed?
5. How do you know when it’s time to let go of something—an idea, a goal, a relationship?
6. In what ways have your values shifted over time?
7. How do you stay grounded when life feels uncertain or in transition?
8. Can people truly change, or do they mostly stay the same at their core?
9. What’s one thing about yourself that you hope never changes?
10. Do you believe that time alone changes us, or do we need to actively work at it?
11. How does looking back on the past help you make decisions about the future?

These are just some of the questions we will discuss during our meetup. No preparation needed, just bring yourself and a willingness to listen and share your thoughts.

The meetup will be structured in a way to promote small group discussion so everyone has a chance to listen, be heard, and really dive into the discussion.

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Due to the increased group size, we're making a few changes to how our discussions will be structured.

We'll arrange tables of 6 participants each, without a moderator. When you arrive, please gather at the front near the escalator. Once enough people are assembled, I'll escort each group of 6 to their table to begin the discussion, and continue doing this as more participants arrive.

Each table will receive a sheet containing the topic description and discussion questions. Feel free to take a photo or refer to the event page to have your own copy handy.

The official event time is from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm, but some of us stay longer, transitioning into informal conversations beyond the topic. You're welcome to join any other ongoing discussions once your initial group wraps up and members start leaving.

Please do not go directly to a table upon arrival; instead, wait at the front area by the escalator. This approach will help us manage seating smoothly and ensure everyone enjoys an organized and engaging discussion experience.