Slow Dating for Mindful Humans

18:15 - 18:30

Registration

18:30 - 18:40

Opening Circle and Agreements

18:40 - 19:45

Icebreakers, Connection Games and Authentic Relating Practices

19:45 - 20:00

Closing Circle and Reflections

Looking to meet like-minded individuals and make meaningful connections with new friends and possible partners in a fun & interactive way?

Join us on 18th January at the AIA Carnival Dai Pai Dong for a range of authentic relating games, meaningful discussions and intensely connective exercises.

Unlike speed dating, slow dating is not about small talk or about trying to impress others so they will like you. Slow dating recognises that you are a complete and wonderful human being, and asks you to lean into the discomfort of being seen whilst practicing boundary setting and authenticity.

No expectations. No attachment. Only love and appreciation for other human beings.

You may not go home with a new partner but you will definitely go home with new friends, feeling deeply seen, heard and loved, exactly as you are. And that's the point. Why waste your time on anything less than that? And if you DO find a romantic connection, it's a bonus!

What's for you will always find you.

What is Authentic Relating?

At its simplest, authentic relating is a groundbreaking relational practice that creates profoundly enriching, enlivening, and nourishing relationships in all social domains of life, from the bedroom to the boardroom, with intimate partners and perfect strangers and everyone in between. Authentic relating is both a key and a map that allows people to unlock and explore the vast and extraordinary landscape of human connection that lies beyond the scope of most typical relationships. It is a practice that heals old wounds, softens and settles reactive nervous systems, and allows people to be deeply seen, heard, and accepted for who they are – even in their most edgy moments.

Authentic is being real, honest, revealed, and transparent, allowing others to see, hear, and know our inner world. Relating is recognizing that there is someone else on the other side of the relational field, having a unique experience as rich and complex as our own, and that space and invitation must be given to weave their experience with our own to create a dynamic dance of both authentic human expression and reception. Most people have been conditioned to prioritize their own experience over others, or others’ experience over their own – authentic relating harmonizes this imbalance to create a center of gravity that lives in between each person, where the most aliveness and intimacy can be felt and shared.

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Who is it for?

The event is completely inclusive of all types of people, above the age of 18, and all relationship styles. It is a safe, accepting environment where zero prejudice or discrimination will be tolerating.

Please be aware that this event is for couples. If you are single, hoping to meet someone new, this is not the event for you. You should rather attend the Slow Dating event at 6:30pm.

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Please check in 10 minutes before the event so we can get comfortable in the space and start on time.

Lift Her Up:

This event is proudly part of the "Lift Her Up" Gender Equity Day at the AIA Carnival.

Our mission is to empower women and promote gender equity in all aspects of life.

By participating in this day, you're joining a larger movement dedicated to uplifting women, fostering inclusivity, and creating a supportive community where everyone can thrive.

Let's come together to celebrate achievements, share experiences, and support each other on the journey toward gender equity. Join us in lifting each other up and making a positive impact!