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…
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If you consider yourself introverted, sensitive or shy, then we’re your people. Our weekly Meet Ups gently connect quieteers like us in a safe, relaxing space where it’s okay to talk and it’s okay to be quiet too. Here, you can flourish in your life and career as your true quiet self – and help…
New MeetUp in Liskeard Creating Quiet Connections Liskeard dance fitness instructor and psychology student, Ellie Zalick, is bringing together people who consider themselves to be quieter to gently make meaningful connections with others in their own way and at their own pace. As a volunteer connector with Quiet Connections CIC, Ellie is creating a welcoming…
Creating Quiet Connections at New MeetUp in Truro Quiet Connections held the first of its new weekly meetups yesterday, bringing together people who consider themselves to be quieter in Truro. Every Monday from 4:00-6:00pm, Quieteers will be coming together at Colours Cafe and Wellbeing Centre in a comfortable space where it’s okay to talk and…
As we welcome in the beginning of Summer (and hopefully some sun! 🌞), I can’t help but awe at the natural flow of season to season – seriously, this happens every 3 months for me, maybe it’s the same for you too? In that state of awe, I often find myself reflecting on the past few months, and…
We’re super excited to be celebrating being awarded almost £220,000 in National Lottery funding to support our work with people who feel anxious and avoidant in social situations. The grant will be used to run more activities across Cornwall that support people in growing confidence and self-acceptance whilst making new friends. As many of you…