30-9-26, 18:00 – 18:30 (gratis)

Lecture at Laurenskerk: From Hectic Pace to Connection

silence and conscious presence bring us back to the core

From Hectic to Connection
In a world full of stimuli and haste, we easily lose touch with ourselves and one another. Silence and conscious presence bring us back to the core: truly listening—to ourselves and to others.

For it is only through connection that compassion and love for our fellow human beings naturally arise. Not a distant ideal, but something tangible—visible in the small things: a glance, a gesture, giving our attention, being there for those who need us. In this way, love for others takes on meaning time and again, through our care and commitment to the people around us.

Connection: the key to relationships and collaboration
We often confuse contact with connection. Contact is the exchange of information; connection is the emergence of trust. This requires slowing down—taking the time to truly listen and to feel genuine curiosity about what is going on inside the other person.

When we bridge the gap between who we are and the people around us, something fundamental changes. Connection is the key for organizations seeking innovation, for leaders wishing to inspire, and for people wanting to live together meaningfully. Only when we truly show our authentic selves does space open up for lasting impact.

Practical information

Date & Time: 30-9-26, 18:00 – 18:30
Location: Laurenskerk, Grotekerkplein 27, 3011 GC Rotterdam
Admission: Open access (no registration required)

There is also a daytime program featuring dance, food, and information about religions and various cultures—both inside and outside the church—running from 15:00 to 20:00.

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