Videography

Lust auf kreative Inspiration und neue Kontakte? Wir schnappen uns die Kameras (oder das Smartphone!) und erkunden gemeinsam den Bergmannkiez. Gerade jetzt Anfang Februar ist das Licht am Nachmittag oft besonders stimmungsvoll. *** Wir spazieren ganz entspannt vom Platz der Luftbrücke durch die Seitenstraßen, fangen die Architektur der Gründerzeithäuser ein und genießen den Berliner Kiez-Vibe. Es geht nicht um technische Perfektion, sondern um den Spaß am Fotografieren und den Austausch untereinander. *** ### Die Details: * **Wann:** Freitag, 13. Februar 2026 * **Uhrzeit:** 16:00 Uhr – ca. 18:00 Uhr * **Treffpunkt:** U-Bahnhof Platz der Luftbrücke *** ### Wer kann mitmachen? Egal ob du Profi-Fotografin bist oder einfach nur gerne schöne Handyfotos machst – jede Frau ist willkommen! Die Teilnahme ist **komplett kostenlos**. Bring gerne eine Freundin mit. Hinweis: Das Treffen findet auf Deutsch statt. 🇩🇪

Group members are welcome to visit the silent film ZEMLYA at the Luisenkirche. I will be doing silent film accompaniment on the Reil organ. Free entrance! Best wishes, hopefully see you there!

A space for working on projects & learning new stuff together. 💻☕️ Please RSVP if you intend to join, as we have limited space. 😊

- German below -
Please bring clean indoor shoes with you to the location <3 The event fee varies between 5 to 10 Euros. 
Hey You!
On this Friday I will teach you a few basic steps of shuffling. We will break down the steps, in your time, in your style.
We will explore your own flow of your body to different kinds of music and how we can use it in shuffling. I want to create a safe space for everyone who is just starting their shuffle journey or is already on the path. 
Address:
Milastraße 4
10437 Berlin
“Aziza-tanzt Tanzschule” 
Hallo Du!
Diesen Freitag möchte ich Dir ein paar Basic-Schritte vom Shufflen zeigen. Wir werden die Schritte langsam durchgehen, in deiner Zeit, in deinem Tempo.
Wir werden den eigenen Flow entdecken und wie Du deinen Körper zu verschiedner Musik im Shufflen integrieren kannst.
Ich möchte für jede Person einen Safe-Space erschaffen, egal ob Du ganz Neu bist oder schon etwas gelernt hast. 
Adresse:
Milastraße 4
10437 Berlin
“Aziza-tanzt Tanzschule”

Get your creativity flowing with our Bento Cakes Workshop, where you'll learn how to create the cutest, trendiest mini cakes from scratch! Perfect for gifting or indulging in a personal treat, these Korean-inspired bento cakes are all about charm, color, and fun. In this hands-on class, you’ll: ✨ Learn the basics of mini cake layering and frosting 🧁 Practice piping and decorating techniques 🎨 Personalize your cake with messages, designs, and pastel colors No baking experience? No problem! All materials are provided, and our instructor will guide you every step of the way. Come solo or bring a friend—this workshop is sweet, creative, and oh-so-Instagrammable! 💖 **Les Amis** is a women-only community of friendly souls. We provide access to hundreds of experiences that explore your passions and connect you with other event participants. **Check our website to learn more, and apply to join our community and events**: [lesamis.cc/apply](https://www.lesamis.cc/apply)

This nourishing 60-minute session blends a gentle, feel-good yoga flow with immersive sound healing to help you move, breathe, and soften back into yourself. We begin with a slow, intuitive flow designed to release tension, awaken the body, and create a sense of ease and fluidity. Movements are accessible and adaptable, focusing on grounding, opening the heart, and reconnecting to natural rhythm rather than pushing or striving. Breath awareness guides each transition, allowing the practice to feel both energizing and calming. As the body settles, the session gradually transitions into a deeply restful sound journey. Using instruments such as singing bowls, chimes and voice gently wash through the nervous system, supporting relaxation, emotional release, and creative flow. You're invited to rest, receive, and simply be. This class is ideal if you're seeking: * A gentle yet uplifting movement practice * Stress relief and nervous system reset * A sense of grounding, creativity, and embodied calm * A mindful experience that blends movement, sound, and presence No prior yoga or sound healing experience is needed. Come as you are - curious, tired, inspired, or simply in need of a pause. ✨ Move. Feel. Rest. Reset. ✨ Bring your own mat or use one of ours.

Join us for a global moment. 🗓️ ❤️ On Feb 14th, Berlin joins other cities all over the world—from Barcelona to New York—to capture real human connection. 🌍 **📸 Photographers/Videographers of all levels**—whether you’re shooting Digital, Film, Polaroid, or just starting out as a hobbyist. 🥰 This is your playground to practice portraiture, test new gear, and swap tips with fellow photographers in a high-energy, real-world setting. ✨ **⚠️ Note: "No tripods, no external flash stands."** Keep it handheld. If the police ask, we are a "Social Meetup of Friends," not a "Production." 🤝 \*\*💖 Calling all locals and visitors—couples, soulmates, and besties—\*\*who are happy to step in front of the lens. 📸 Help us document love and friendship in our city as part of a worldwide photo project. ❤️ Your story is at the heart of the movement. 💞 ### **✨ How it Works** **📱 Join our [WhatsApp group:](https://chat.whatsapp.com/IfWmcwgjHtzLJlg7farUBS?mode=gi_t)** It's very important to join to get last-minute updates and the live location during the event. **📸 Follow us on Instagram: [@takeaphotowalkcommunity](https://www.instagram.com/takeaphotowalkcommunity)** where you'll find more information about our next events, as well as photos of the group and our walks. **📍 Meet Up:** Head to **[Starbucks (Unter den Linden)](https://maps.app.goo.gl/o94EfJu7GzXH1Q3E8)** at the scheduled time. Just look for the group with the cameras! **🕒 For late comers:** The Photo location will be at Lustgarten **👋 Connect:** This is a social mixer. Pair up with photographers and participants for quick, collaborative mini-sessions. **🎭 Let´s Play:** It’s all about the vibe! Photographers—this is your playground to try a new lens or technique. Participants—just bring your best energy! **🤳 The Backup Plan:** No photographer in sight? No problem! Don’t let those outfits go to waste. Find a fellow duo nearby and "Swap a Shot"—play paparazzi for each other or grab a killer selfie and tag us. **🌍 Global Gallery:** Tag[ @takeaphotowalkcommunity](https://www.instagram.com/takeaphotowalkcommunity) on Instagram and use #takeaphotowalkberlin **🌟 Selected shots will be featured in our official "Love in Focus" global gallery for the whole world to see!** **✅ By participating, you agree to your photo being part of the Global Gallery.** Follow [@takeaphotowalkcommunity ](https://www.instagram.com/takeaphotowalkcommunity)on IG to find your shot. ### **✨ So funktioniert’s** **Tritt unserer [WhatsApp-Gruppe](https://chat.whatsapp.com/IfWmcwgjHtzLJlg7farUBS?mode=gi_t) bei:** Das ist extrem wichtig für Updates in letzter Sekunde und den Live-Standort während des Events. **Folge uns auf Instagram:** Unter **[@takeaphotowalkcommunity](https://www.instagram.com/takeaphotowalkcommunity)** findest du Infos zu nächsten Events sowie Fotos der Gruppe und unserer Walks. **Meetup:** Kommt zum **[Starbucks (Unter den Linden)](https://maps.app.goo.gl/o94EfJu7GzXH1Q3E8)** zur geplanten Zeit. Haltet einfach Ausschau nach der Gruppe mit den Kameras! **Für Nachzügler:** Die Foto-Location befindet sich am **[Lustgarten.](https://maps.app.goo.gl/zUHcVssNVr8DWyPj8)** **Connect:** Dies ist ein Social Mixer. Fotografen und Teilnehmer schließen sich für kurze, gemeinsame Mini-Sessions zusammen. **Let’s Play:** Es geht nur um den Vibe! Fotografen — dies ist euer Playground für neue Objektive oder Techniken. Teilnehmer — bringt einfach eure beste Energie mit! **Der Backup-Plan:** Kein Fotograf in Sicht? Kein Problem! Lasst eure Outfits nicht ungenutzt. Findet ein anderes Duo in der Nähe und macht einen "Swap a Shot" — spielt gegenseitig Paparazzi und vergesst die Selfies nicht! Macht ein Hammer-Foto und tag uns. **Global Gallery:** Markiert **[@takeaphotowalkcommunity](https://www.instagram.com/takeaphotowalkcommunity)** und nutzt den Hashtag #takeaphotowalkberlin Ausgewählte Aufnahmen werden in unserer offiziellen globalen "Love in Focus"-Galerie veröffentlicht! Mit der Teilnahme erklärst du dich damit einverstanden, dass dein Foto Teil der Global Gallery wird und auf Social Media gepostet werden kann. Folge **[@takeaphotowalkcommunity](https://www.instagram.com/takeaphotowalkcommunity)** auf IG, um dein Bild zu finden. **✨ WHO WE ARE:** Take a Photo Walk is a community-based startup connecting photo lovers and content creators globally. 🌍 Since 2024, we’ve grown from Barcelona to 20+ cities worldwide, hosting inclusive photo events for everyone from hobbyists to pros. Want to know more? **📧 [Email us](mailto:hello@takeaphotowalk.com)** **🌐 [https://takeaphotowalk.com](https://takeaphotowalk.com/)** **🚫 NOT A WORKSHOP:** We are a community, not a classroom. 🎓 Feel free to swap tips with peers, but for structured learning, check our Instagram [@takeaphotowalkcommunity](https://www.instagram.com/takeaphotowalkcommunity) for upcoming official Workshops. **🗺️ NOT A CITY TOUR:** We focus on the "art of the shot," not history. 🏛️ For private guided tours, please visit our [TripAdvisor Page.](https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g187502-d27675403-Reviews-Take_A_Photo_Walk-Sitges_Catalonia.html) **🤝 VOLUNTEER-LED & SAFETY:** We are a community of volunteers. ⚠️ You are responsible for your own safety and your gear. 🛡️ By joining, you agree that the organizers are not liable for any injury or loss. 🚶‍♂️ Please stay with the group and respect the host’s guidelines. **📲 YOUR IMAGE & PRIVACY (GDPR):** We capture the magic of our walks and events to share with the world! **📸** By attending, you consent to your image being used in our global gallery and social media. **✋** Opt-out: If you prefer not to be photographed, just tell the host at the start—we will make sure you stay out of the frame. 🏷️ Ethics: Always ask before taking a close-up portrait of a fellow member, and tag [@takeaphotowalkcommunity](https://www.instagram.com/takeaphotowalkcommunity) when you post! **🎞️ CREATIVE COLLABORATION (TFP):** This event operates on a "Time for Pay/Photos" basis. 🎨 By participating, photographers agree to share their best shots with the community, and participants agree to let their images be used in the Take a Photo Walk global gallery and social media. **🎒 GEAR SAFETY:** You are responsible for your own equipment. 🔒 In a busy public square, keep your bags close and be mindful of your surroundings. **🤍 RESPECTFUL CONDUCT:** We have zero tolerance for harassment. 🤝 Ensure everyone feels comfortable and safe. 🚫 Always ask before starting a shoot, and if someone says "no," respect it immediately **🌟💳 SUPPORT THE COMMUNITY: Suggested donation: 10€** 💛 This covers our platform fees and the hundreds of hours our volunteers spend organizing. Methods: * [PayPal](https://paypal.me/takeaphotowalk?country.x=ES&locale.x=en_US) * [Revolut](https://revolut.me/charlottesophieweber) * or Bizum to 644550548 **🙌 Your support means the world to us!** #PhotographyMeetup #PhotoWalk #ContentCreators #BerlinEvents #PortraitPhotography #StreetPhotography #NetworkingEvent #SocialMixer

Curious what we do? Check our [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/filmmakersandmovienerds/) ♥️ Would you like to meet some like-minded filmmakers? Start a project? Or do you need help with a movie you are currently working on? Are you new in the city and you'd like to meet people tinkering with movies? **Then you should join us!** We meet every Sunday. It’s important to us that we get to know each other in person. To create a community of connected people, work, learn and grow together. For film making you need a crew of reliable people with a positive can-do-attitude. This is the place to find them. Together, we will talk about these topics: * What you are currently working on * What you need help with * What would you like to help with * What you you would like to learn This is event is great for: * filmmakers * movie nerds * writers * camera operators * editors * actors * sound recorders * composers * gaffers * producers We are limiting the amount of people, so we can have a structured introduction and discussion. After that we get together loosely with some drinks and chats. And then we mostly go for dinner with a couple of us. **Important information**: *To sustain and grow this amazing community, we started a member contribution that is due every month. The money we collect is used solely for the purpose of the community. Of course you can come once or twice without contributing to check us out!*

Wir werden spontan ein Thema oder Problem auswählen und dann mehrere klassische Methoden der Philosophie daran ausprobieren. Das heißt, dass der Einstieg diesmal von mir geleitet wird, erst danach kann frei diskutiert werden. Durch diese Herangehensweise sollen den Teilnehmern Werkzeuge zur Handhabung des eigenen Lebens in die Hand gegeben werden. Denn Philosophie geht weit hinaus über Plauderei, heiße Luft oder abstrakte Glasperlenspiele. Philosophieren heißt auf eine bestimmte Art an sich selbst zu arbeiten. Die Veranstaltung richtet sich an alle - Anfänger und Fortgeschrittene. Dieses Event ist auch als Einführung für jene geeignet, die noch nicht viel mit Philosophie anfangen können. Aber selbst Kenner der Materie werden dieser Methodik etwas abgewinnen können. Als ein Werkzeug werde ich auch eine speziell "trainierte! KI anbieten. Wie immer: Schwurbler und Missionare für Rechts und Links-Außen sowie andere "erleuchtete" Gruppierungen sind hier falsch.

The next **Pitch and Planning Session** will be on **Feb 15th at 19:00.** We are super looking forward to hearing your pitches and watching you meet people ready to help you make your films a reality in the really real world! 📍The event is located at **House of Music** in RAW Gelande, Revalerstr 99, 10245 Berlin . A very large and amazing space that we are now calling home. For those who are new, our Pitch and Planning Session is a monthly English language event held here in Berlin for people who have an idea for a film and would like to pitch it, as well as those people who are eager to work on films. It's all about getting films made. If you have a film idea that is burning a hole in your brain, tell the people in the audience your story idea and hopefully you will meet people who can help you make your idea into a reality! This event is also for people who want to help out in all aspects of filmmaking to help make these pitches happen. So if your passion is camera, sound, hair and makeup, writing, lighting, fighting, or anything that could help, you are always welcome. Whether you're new to filmmaking or experienced and want to work on something cool and creative, no matter what your area of expertise/interest is, this is for you! Be sure to show up to either pitch your idea or be ready to listen to some interesting pitches from excited people and potentially help someone make their film. Let's make some cool shit! If you still want more information you can head on over to our website: *https://berlinfilmcommunity.com/pitch_and_planning/* I have been a part of making some of these pitched projects into real world movies and I have always had a blast.

Philosophy Discussion Meetup – Exploring Life’s Big Questions Through Books Join us for an open and friendly philosophy meetup where we explore life’s deepest questions through thoughtful conversation, shared reading, and discussion. Each participant is welcome to bring a book they are currently reading and share interesting ideas or questions from it. One of our main reference books is Sophie's World, which we often use as a starting point for discussion. 🗓 What to Expect Each meeting follows a relaxed and engaging format: Welcome & Introductions (10 minutes) Brief introductions and sharing what everyone is reading. Book & Topic Sharing (20 minutes) Participants present a short passage, idea, or question from their book. Group Discussion (45–60 minutes) Open discussion based on the shared material, often inspired by Sophie's World and related philosophical themes. Wrap-Up & Social Time (15 minutes) Final reflections and informal conversation. No prior philosophy background is required—curiosity and openness are enough. 🎒 What to Bring Please bring: A book you are currently reading (optional but encouraged) One or two questions or ideas from your book A notebook and pen (optional) If you don’t have a book, you are still very welcome to join and participate. 📍 How to Find Us We meet at: Milchkaffee Kirchstraße 5, 12555, · Berlin, DE Look for a group with books and notebooks on the table Feel free to join even if you arrive late. 🤝 Group Values Respectful and open discussion No judging or “winning” arguments Everyone gets a chance to speak Different viewpoints are welcome Curiosity over certainty Whether you are new to philosophy or a long-time reader, this group offers a supportive space to think together and learn from one another. We look forward to reading, questioning, and reflecting with you.

📅 **Save the Date** **When:** 15 February 2025, 7:00 PM **Where:** Mercure Hotel Berlin Wittenbergplatz Are you a **filmmaker, producer, director, screenwriter, or actor**? Whether you’re an emerging talent or a seasoned professional, **Berlinare** is designed to ignite your network and fuel your creative ambitions. *** ## 🌟 What’s in Store 🎤 **Exclusive Live Interview** Experience a special spotlight session featuring industry voices sharing their creative journeys, insights, and real-world experience. 👉 *Apply for the interview slot — DM to apply.* *** 🎬 **Tell Your Story / Pitch Your Project** Step into the spotlight and present your story, concept, or next big idea. 🕒 **Up to 18 minutes per pitch** — applications now open! A powerful opportunity to make your vision heard and connect with potential collaborators. *** 🤝 **3 Dynamic Networking Rounds** Connect with like-minded creatives from the film, TV, and media industries. Exchange ideas, discover partnerships, and spark exciting new opportunities. *** 💫 **Special Announcement** Be among the first to hear about the **Beyond Visionary Mastermind** — a transformational experience for filmmakers and creatives ready to go beyond limits. *** ## 🎥 This is your opportunity to: ✨ Share your story ✨ Gain valuable insights into independent filmmaking ✨ Build authentic connections and ignite new collaborations *** 📩 **Questions or Applications:** DM me or email **info@suzan-yumerova.com** 🚀 Don’t miss this chance to turn dreams into action. Let’s make magic happen — see you in Berlin! *** 📸 **Disclaimer** By attending this event, you agree to the recording of video and audio for promotional and documentation purposes. The event will be livestreamed. #Berlinare #NetworkingEvent #FilmIndustry #Director #Producer #Screenwriter #Actor #FilmCommunity #MediaCreators #BerlinEvents #IndependentFilm

**Systemisch Lachen – mehr Freude und Leichtigkeit im Alltag** Der Mini-Workshop zeigt Dir, wie Du mit einfachen Übungen das Lachen systemisch bewusst in Dein Leben integrieren und als Ressource nutzen kannst, um neue Lösungswege für Probleme zu entdecken. Durch spielerische Methoden wird Lachen als kraftvolles Werkzeug erlebbar – sei es für die Selbstfürsorge, in Beziehungen oder Freundschaften, oder in der Arbeit mit Kolleg\*innen und Klient\*innen. ### **Workshopinhalte:** Im Workshop lernst Du Lachen als **soziale Interaktion** kennen. Du erfährst, wie sehr es unsere Verbindung zu anderen Menschen stärken kann. Du setzt Dich mit dem **Embodiment des Lachens** auseinander und erlebst, wie Körper und Emotionen dabei in Resonanz treten. Ein besonderer Fokus liegt dabei auf der Bedeutung der **inneren Freude** sowie auf der Stärkung Deiner individuellen **Lachkompetenz**. Spielerische Übungen helfen Dir, mehr Leichtigkeit und Gelassenheit in Dein Leben einzuladen. Darüber hinaus wirst Du erfahren, wie **Lachen als Mikropraxis im Alltag** genutzt werden kann – sei es in kurzen Pausen, in Gesprächssituationen oder als bewusste Ressource bei Stress. Der Workshop verbindet Lachmomente, Tiefenentspannung und Achtsamkeit miteinander, sodass Du einen nachhaltigen Nutzen für Dein persönliches Wohlbefinden mitnimmst. ### **Methodik:** Der Workshop bietet einen geschützten Raum, in dem die positiven Wirkungen des Lachens körperlich und praktisch erfahren werden. Du lernst unterschiedliche Übungen des Systemischen Lachens kennen, entdeckst Dein individuelles Lachen und erforschst gemeinsam die Sprache des Lachens. ### **Zielgruppe:** Der Workshop richtet sich an alle, die mehr Freude und Lachen in ihren Alltag bringen möchten, sowie an Fachkräfte in sozialen Berufen, die die Methoden des Systemischen Lachens professionell anwenden wollen. Nähere Informationen findet ihr auch auf der [Website](http://www.juliavonrandow.com/) der Dozentinnen. ### Kursinformation Anmeldung: https://lette-akademie.de/kurse/systemisch-lachen/ Termin: Sa., 14. Feb. 26, 10:00 – 13:45 Gebühr: 70 € / 5 Unterrichtsstunden Veranstaltungsort: Lette-Verein Berlin Viktoria-Luise-Platz 6 10777 Berlin Fragen zum Kurs? [info@lette-akademie.de](mailto:info@lette-akademie.de?subject=Frage%20zum%20Kurs:%20Lachen%20%E2%80%93%20eine%20ernste%20Sache%20*Mini-Workshop%20ALLG%202.24.2)

**Back By Popular Request!** Spend an evening exploring the ins and outs of flash photography and off-camera lighting techniques. We will be in the studio for this meeting and will learn how to use supplemental lighting to improve our images! **Meeting Schedule:** 1. 4:00 - Introduction, Meet New Members 2. 4:10 - Old Business 3. 4:20 - New Business 4. 4:30 - Pre-Shoot Briefing/Education 5. 6:00 - Break 6. 6:05 - Continue Presentation 7. 7:00 - Adjourn

Okay, so here's another one by request... **"An Evening with Topaz Labs"** The Topaz Labs tools are regarded as some of the finest photo editing plug-ins that you can add to your photo editing workflow. From noise reduction to resizing to sharpening, the results of these plugins are highly regarded and well reviewed in industry editing blogs. Join us for the evening and I will give you a preview of the most popular Topaz Lab tools and show you how I have used them in my digitial editing workflow. Meeting Schedule: 1. 6:00 - Introduction, Meet New Members 2. 6:10 - Old Business 3. 6:20 - New Business 4. 6:30 - Pre-Shoot Briefing/Education 5. 7:15 - Break 6. 7:30 - Image Critique 7. 8:00 - Adjourn Pre-Shoot Brief/Education: Topaz Labs Image Critique: Previous Photoshoot Images (TBD). If anyone has images they would like critiqued, please provide them at the beginning of the meeting. Providing Images for Critique: For now, I will collect images at the beginning of the meeting on a USB memory stick. My computer has USB-C ports, so a USB-C memory stick or one with dual (USB-C / USB-A) ports will be needed. Images should follow these format rules: JPG - 80% quality or higher 132 dpi resolution 2048 pixels across the long edge Embedded colorspace - sRGB

Join us for something different as we get together to see EPIC: ELVIS PRESLEY IN CONCERT! While researching his 2022 film, director Bas Luhrmann came across and compiled rare and previously unseen interviews and videos of Elvis in concert to create “one of the most exciting concert films you’ve ever seen!” Here are details, a trailer and our plan for this event: DESCRIPTION: Part documentary, part concert film, the latest from director Bas Luhrmann is a follow-up to his 2022 film starring Austin Butler. While researching the film, he came across 68 boxes of previously unseen interviews, concert performances and outtakes from previous films. A combination of offstage and onstage Elvis, comes a film that “befits the magnitude of Elvis as a performer but also offers deeper revelations of his humanity and inner life." It is written/directed by Baz Luhrmann (ELVIS, MOULIN ROUGE, THE GREAT GATSBY) and stars the legendary Elvis Presley! TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NmqWusmzp0k BUZZ AND ACCLAIM: The film screened at the 2025 Toronto Film Festival where it was the runner up in the category People’s Choice Award for Documentaries. Next Best Picture says, “Certain to energize longtime fans and generate new ones for generations to come, EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert is a masterwork of montage.” And according to the NY Post, whether you have a room in the house devoted to Elvis or not, this truly “Epic” concert film is an energizing experience!” PLAN: We’ll plan for a pre-show bite at nearby BRAVO around 5 or 5:30pm followed by a 7pm-ish showing on one of their larger screens. Once showtime is announced, advance ticket purchase is advised. Please list your seat number in the Comments below. Exact showtime and meeting details will be confirmed/announced as the date gets closer. Look forward to seeing you there, Dan

As you may or may not know--I didn't until late last year--Aristotle wrote extensively on "friendship" in the Nicomachean Ethics. After 69 years the concept of friendship still creates questions and uncertainty. I had close friends in high school and for a few years after high school but our interests diverged and people moved all over the country so it was hard to maintain connections. * So if I/you haven't talked with a friend for several years, are you still friends? Are we friends who meet at Drunken Philosophy or Omnipresent Atheists? * Can you be friends with someone with whom you have virulently divergent political views? Sartre and Camus could not. * Aristotle regarded friendship as essential to a good life, not merely an added "bonus." Do you agree? * In the Nicomachean Ethics (Books VIII and IX), he claims that wealth and power are meaningless without friends. Trump has wealth and power but seems to have no real friends, but wealth and power seem meaningful to him in perverted ways. Can you have meaning in your life without friends? * Do men and women view and maintain friendships in different ways? * Aristotle categorizes friendship into three types, based on what forms the bond: * **Utility**: Based on mutual benefit, but this type is fragile and ends when the usefulness ceases. * **Pleasure**: Based on shared enjoyment (e.g., humor, hobbies). Common among youth but fades as interests change. * **Virtue (The "Complete" Friendship)**: Based on mutual respect for each other's character and goodness. You wish good for the other for their sake, not yours. * **Key Principles of "True" (Virtuous) Friendship:** * **Permanence**: Virtuous friendships last a lifetime whereas those based on utility and pleasure are fleeting. * **Reciprocity**: Requires mutual goodwill; secret or unreciprocated affection does not qualify. * **The "Second Self"**: A true friend is "another self"—their virtue helps you understand and improve yourself. * **Time and Intimacy**: Deep ("complete") friendships are few, built on time and shared experiences. * **Self-Love and Friendship:** * Good friendship starts with being a friend to yourself. * They distinguish shallow egoism (chasing honors) from real self-love (pursuing virtue). * A virtuous person’s pleasant self-company allows them to be a stable, good friend to others. * Aristotle argues that one's social circle ultimately reflects one's character—a view with striking relevance today. Well--the Drunken Philosophy social circle certainly reflects good character!

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Thursdays just got smarter (and sassier). 🧠🍻 Join us at TownHall Short North for Trivia Night with Marquis—where the questions are fun, the competition is friendly, and the vibes are immaculate. Grab your crew, sip something good, and prove you know random facts you absolutely shouldn’t.