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 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…
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…
Volunteering can be a rewarding and enriching experience with a great many health and well-being benefits, but what if you’re someone who feels more at ease in quieter, more intimate settings? If you identify as introverted, shy, sensitive, or if you find social situations challenging, becoming a ‘Quiet Connector’ could be the perfect opportunity for…
Building meaningful connections is at the heart of what we do here at Quiet Connections. It’s about more than casual interactions; it’s about fostering spaces where everyone feels safe to be their authentic selves. Here, we explore the concept of psychological safety in our relationships – with partners, friends, and all those we cherish. What…
At Quiet Connections, we understand the power of connection and the profound impact it can have on our lives. Our community thrives on the understanding, togetherness, and belonging we create together. To help foster these connections, we’re inviting compassionate individuals to join us as Quiet Connectors at our Meet Ups across Cornwall. Being a Quiet…
Hello, I am Zoe Zalick – Highly Sensitive Person (HSP), musician, teacher, voice coach, sci-fi fan and lover of cats, coasts and campervans. I spend most of my days using my voice and helping others to use theirs so people don’t always realise that as a young adult I was painfully shy and struggled to…
Have you felt like you don’t matter? I wonder how many of do. I, for one, spent years feeling this way. Like it doesn’t matter if I’m at that event, with those people, or if I even exist. Who will notice? Who will be affected? Reduced feelings of ‘mattering’ have been found to contribute to loneliness…
We know that meeting new people and going to new places as an introverted, shy or sensitive person can feel daunting. So often it feels like we need to try and push ourselves to match the louder, chattier people in the room to be able to form connections and let our voices be heard. But…
You might be wondering what to expect at one of our Quiet Meet Ups in Cornwall… We know what it’s like. Meeting new people and going to new places as an introverted, shy or sensitive person can feel daunting. So often it feels like we need to try and push ourselves to match the louder,…
Our volunteer Quiet Connectors have a very important role to play at our Meet Ups. Every interaction they have grows our quieteers’ sense of connection and belonging. Their friendliness, attentiveness, support and reassurance helps to create a positive experience for that person, while nurturing a connected community where we can all flourish. A Quiet Connector…
Do you love trying out new activities? Or do you feel a bit anxious about having a go at something new with other people? Perhaps it’s a bit of both, like me? In the last few months of 2022, I stretched my comfort zone by joining in sessions of laughing yoga, writing, costume life drawing…