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This post was shaped within the Quiet Connections community. Some pieces are written anonymously; others come together through gentle collaboration. Either way, they come from lived experiences and quiet reflections from quieteers like you.
Our articles are here to offer understanding and encouragement to quieteers finding their way with confidence, connection, or a sense of belonging. If something here feels familiar or reassuring, you're warmly welcome to read more, join our Facebook Community or come along to a Meet Up whenever you're ready.
Quiet Connections CIC is looking for Volunteer Directors to join our Board and help us grow our impact. We’re a Cornwall-based community fostering connection and belonging, celebrating quietness, and creating warm, inclusive spaces for quieter individuals—those who are introverted, highly sensitive, shy, or experiencing social anxiety—and moving into more focused narrative change initiatives, to gently…
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Could you be our Community and Operations Coordinator? Are you passionate about fostering community and celebrating quieter voices? Quiet Connections is looking for a proactive and organised Community and Operations Coordinator to play a key role in our community’s growth and positive change. This position is ideal for someone with a love for systems and…
We’re thrilled to announce our blossoming partnership with Create CIC, a community-oriented organisation co-founded by Angela Hatherell. Dedicated to sparking creativity, encouraging connection, and supporting wellbeing, Create CIC shares our vision for inclusivity and empowerment through creative expression. Our founder, Hayley Stanton, connected with Angela earlier this year during a workshop – where her knack…
Society often equates loudness with strength and confidence, leaving those of us who are quieter feeling like we need to change who we are to fit in. But what if your quieter nature is actually your superpower? At Quiet Connections, we believe that quietness is a strength, and we’re here to help you see it…
You might have heard of Quiet Connections and assumed we’re a support group. It’s an easy mistake to make, especially when we talk about creating spaces where quiet people—those of us who feel shy, introverted, highly sensitive, or experience social anxiety—can connect and grow. While we do support one another in many ways, it’s important…
In his insightful book “Languishing,” Corey Keyes explores the concept of languishing—a state of stagnation and emptiness that many individuals experience in today’s fast-paced world. With warmth and empathy, Keyes delves into the causes and consequences of languishing, offering practical insights and strategies for overcoming this pervasive feeling. Here, we’ll explore some of the key…
In a world that often values loud voices and extroversion, it’s easy to feel out of place if you’re someone who prefers quiet reflection and deep conversations over small talk. For many of us, the experience of being quiet can lead to feeling misunderstood or even invisible. But what if there was a place where…
Sometimes we find ourselves holding on to a relationship that we know, deep down, is hurting us. It’s not easy to let go, especially when we care deeply about someone. We might cling to the hope that things will change, that the relationship will become what we need it to be, and that the person…
At Quiet Connections, we’re creating a warm, calm community where introverted, shy, and sensitive individuals can feel understood, valued, and celebrated just as they are. Our Meet Ups offer a gentle, welcoming environment where you can connect with others in ways that feel authentic to you. Whether you’re here to quietly sit in the company…
In our interactions with others, it’s natural to want to protect ourselves when we feel threatened or misunderstood, which often manifests as defensiveness -a reaction that can create barriers in communication and relationships. For those of us who are with quieter natures it might already make it difficult to express ourselves openly, and defensiveness can…
Social anxiety is often misunderstood, which can lead to stigma and misconceptions that can make it even harder for those of us who experience it. That’s why, at Quiet Connections, we aim to remove these barriers and create a safe space for everyone. In this post, we’ll explore common misconceptions about social anxiety, share real-life…
In a world that often feels overwhelming and loud, finding a space where you can truly be yourself can be a breath of fresh air. For those of us who identify as introverted, shy, or sensitive, or simply prefer quieter, more reflective environments, social gatherings can sometimes feel like a challenge. This is where Quiet…