About us
This group is for people in Berlin who are tired of the usual dating pace and curious about slow dating — a more intentional way of meeting that prioritizes presence, depth, and real conversation over volume and speed.
Instead of endless swiping and small talk, we create spaces to:
meet one another without rushing
have conversations that actually go somewhere
connect as full humans, not profiles
step away from the pressure to perform, impress, or optimize
Events may include:
small-group or 1:1 guided conversations
reflection-based or question-led meetups
low-pressure social gatherings with clear structure
experiments in intentional connection (online + in person)
This is not a speed-dating group and not a networking event. You don’t need a perfect pitch, a great opener, or a curated persona. Curiosity, respect, and openness are enough.
The group is open to people of all genders and orientations, with a strong intention to be queer-inclusive and emotionally safe.
This community is connected to Arete, a slow dating app being built in Berlin. Some events may be used to test ideas, formats, or experiences that also exist in the app — participation is always optional, and the focus stays on human connection first.
Upcoming events
23
Matching Room @Arete (Download the App)
·OnlineOnlineArete is a slow dating app built around intention, presence, and depth. Instead of endless swiping and surface-level matches, Arete is designed to help people slow down and focus on one meaningful connection at a time. The app prioritizes authenticity over performance, encouraging users to show up as they are and engage with curiosity and care. At its core, Arete is about going deeper, not wider—creating space for real conversations, emotional presence, and connections that feel grounded rather than gamified.
You can download Arete directly from the App Store here: https://apps.apple.com/ro/app/arete-meet/id6751942707. After downloading, you’ll be able to request access to the app; since Arete is still in its founding phase, access is intentionally curated as we build the community with care.
Once inside, connections happen through matching rooms—small, shared spaces where a few people are thoughtfully brought together. Our first matching room will take place on Thursday at 19h and is currently open to people based in Berlin only. From there, one-to-one matches can grow naturally through conversation.
2 attendeesMatching Room @Arete (Download the App)
·OnlineOnlineArete is a slow dating app built around intention, presence, and depth. Instead of endless swiping and surface-level matches, Arete is designed to help people slow down and focus on one meaningful connection at a time. The app prioritizes authenticity over performance, encouraging users to show up as they are and engage with curiosity and care. At its core, Arete is about going deeper, not wider—creating space for real conversations, emotional presence, and connections that feel grounded rather than gamified.
You can download Arete directly from the App Store here: https://apps.apple.com/ro/app/arete-meet/id6751942707. After downloading, you’ll be able to request access to the app; since Arete is still in its founding phase, access is intentionally curated as we build the community with care.
Once inside, connections happen through matching rooms—small, shared spaces where a few people are thoughtfully brought together. Our first matching room will take place on Thursday at 19h and is currently open to people based in Berlin only. From there, one-to-one matches can grow naturally through conversation.
1 attendeeMatching Room @Arete (Download the App)
·OnlineOnlineArete is a slow dating app built around intention, presence, and depth. Instead of endless swiping and surface-level matches, Arete is designed to help people slow down and focus on one meaningful connection at a time. The app prioritizes authenticity over performance, encouraging users to show up as they are and engage with curiosity and care. At its core, Arete is about going deeper, not wider—creating space for real conversations, emotional presence, and connections that feel grounded rather than gamified.
You can download Arete directly from the App Store here: https://apps.apple.com/ro/app/arete-meet/id6751942707. After downloading, you’ll be able to request access to the app; since Arete is still in its founding phase, access is intentionally curated as we build the community with care.
Once inside, connections happen through matching rooms—small, shared spaces where a few people are thoughtfully brought together. Our first matching room will take place on Thursday at 19h and is currently open to people based in Berlin only. From there, one-to-one matches can grow naturally through conversation.
1 attendeeMatching Room @Arete (Download the App)
·OnlineOnlineArete is a slow dating app built around intention, presence, and depth. Instead of endless swiping and surface-level matches, Arete is designed to help people slow down and focus on one meaningful connection at a time. The app prioritizes authenticity over performance, encouraging users to show up as they are and engage with curiosity and care. At its core, Arete is about going deeper, not wider—creating space for real conversations, emotional presence, and connections that feel grounded rather than gamified.
You can download Arete directly from the App Store here: https://apps.apple.com/ro/app/arete-meet/id6751942707. After downloading, you’ll be able to request access to the app; since Arete is still in its founding phase, access is intentionally curated as we build the community with care.
Once inside, connections happen through matching rooms—small, shared spaces where a few people are thoughtfully brought together. Our first matching room will take place on Thursday at 19h and is currently open to people based in Berlin only. From there, one-to-one matches can grow naturally through conversation.
1 attendee
Past events
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