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HushFest is on the horizon. Cornwall’s festival of quietness, shaped by our community. |
For many people, Christmas is painted as a time of joy, togetherness, and celebration. But for quiet people, it can also feel exhausting or overwhelming. Busy shops and town centres filled with loud music. A constant stream of emails, adverts, and social media posts suggesting what you should be doing, buying, or feeling. Add in…
There are moments in every relationship, friendship or community when something needs to be expressed. Something feels off, or heavy, or important. And for many of us who move quietly through the world, speaking into these moments can feel complicated. We want to be kind. We want to avoid hurting anyone. We care about the…
Sharing a life and a home with someone you love – a partner, friend, or family member – can be deeply wonderful. It can also be quietly challenging. For many of us who are introverted, sensitive, or easily overstimulated, the idea of living with others brings a mix of excitement and a new kind of…
In every space we create at Quiet Connections – in a room together, online, or in moments shared in passing – we’re making a quiet promise to one another. A promise that says: you are seen, you are respected, you belong here. Each of us arrives with a different story, a different way of being….
We long for gentle relationships. To feel safe and seen with others, and to offer that same safety in return. Whether it’s a partner, a friend, or a colleague, we hope for connection that feels kind, consistent, and nourishing. But even when that desire is strong, we might still find ourselves showing up in a…
Relationships aren’t built on perfection—they are built on repair. No matter how close we are to someone, moments of disconnection happen. A misunderstanding, a sharp tone, a missed bid for connection—these small ruptures can make us feel distant or uncertain. But they don’t have to be the end of the story. In fact, how we…
There are times in life when something doesn’t feel right to us—when we notice an issue, feel uncomfortable about a situation, or disagree with the way things are being done. In those moments, it’s natural to want to speak up. Raising concerns is an important part of creating positive change, ensuring fairness, and maintaining our…
Do you often find yourself taking on other people’s challenges, emotions, or needs as if they were your own? Perhaps you feel deeply for others, wanting to ease their struggles, even if it means stretching yourself thin. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Many of us who identify as caregivers or people-pleasers—particularly quiet individuals…
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…
Life is full of moments when we face setbacks, disappointments, and failures. Whether it’s a failed project, a conflict in a relationship, or simply a day when things don’t seem to go right, these moments are inevitable. But how we respond to them can make all the difference in our journey towards growth and fulfilment….
In any relationship, communication is the lifeline that keeps the connection strong and healthy. Yet, there are times when one partner may be left feeling unheard or misunderstood because the other avoids having a necessary conversation or doesn’t grasp the depth of an issue. But, when something significant remains unresolved, it can have profound effects…
Silent treatment, also known as stonewalling, is a common behaviour in relationships where one partner withdraws from communication, refusing to engage or acknowledge the other. This can leave the affected partner feeling isolated, ignored, and powerless. To truly understand the dynamics of silent treatment, we must explore its relationship with influence and power in the…