What do you do when a desire to choose a romantic partner carefully runs up against the constraints of time? Join Anastasia Berg and Diana Brown for a conversation examining the "Slow Love" paradigm of dating--that is, a model for romantic decision-making that assumes one should proceed slowly and cautiously into commitment. Besides wholesale recklessness,…
The longest relationship we’ll ever be in is with our self. So how can we practice being with ourselves in a way that’s patient, compassionate, and supportive? How can we work to accept our challenging parts that might show up in moments of self-sabotage? In our second installment of this series, we'll explore the…
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An engaging salon where we explore the science and sci-fi books that have captured our imaginations! This is your chance to share your favourite book, the fascinating ideas you’ve discovered within its pages, and what made you fall in love with it. Whether it’s the groundbreaking science, mind-bending concepts, or the visionary storytelling, let’s dive…
Another perfect book club read: poetic, readable in an afternoon, and life-changing - the ideal chaser to One Day In The Life Of Ivan Denisovich. Sit in the warmth of your home, with your favourite hot beverage, and let the meandering words of Bohumil Hrabal massage and delight your brain... “When I start reading I'm…
It is often assumed that in order to be an effective leader and to have influence, you need to be an outspoken, brash person who seeks the limelight. But is this really the case? In the Salon, we’ll examine the leadership and problem-solving traits utilised by famously quiet and reserved indiviuals to great effect and…
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Why is it that we prefer to look at our phones to see if it's raining outside, rather than just looking out of the window? Why is it that we, as a collective, are destroying the ecosystems we so desperately rely on for the sake of profit and short-term gains? Why is it, that if…
Join hosts Alaka Halder and Benjamin Woosley for a casual meetup at Easy Tiger in North Austin! This Interintellect offline gathering is a casual meetups devoted to open group discussions of the topics that interest participants the most. From philosophy to science and art, there is nothing that escapes our inquiries! Come, forge new friendships, reconnect with existing…
We’ll kick things off with themes of hopes and aspiration for the new year and the world at large, but as always, our conversation can venture anywhere—from philosophy and science to art and beyond. Meet new people, reconnect with familiar faces, and engage in thought-provoking discussions in a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Let’s explore big ideas…
What happens when outliers find each other? They make magic happen. Let's explore the delicate dance of friendship, collaboration, and support that emerges when unconventional minds connect. How some of the most powerful relationships start with "You too? I thought I was the only one!" How do we help others see we're on the same…
