You Talking To Me?
A social club for cultivating ease in conversation and connection.
We believe communication is a skill, not a talent.
Some people seem naturally good at talking to strangers, joining conversations, handling awkward moments, or expressing themselves clearly. It may seem as if they were just born that way.
We don't think that's true.
Like any skill, communication improves with practice.
Participants felt previous meetups were:Interesting. Safe. Inclusive. Welcoming. Impactful.
What we stand for
Connection over perfection
You don't need the right words. You don't need to be smooth. Human connection is messy, and that's okay.
Practice over performance
This isn't networking, public speaking, or self-improvement theatre. It's a place to try things out.
Curiosity over judgement
People communicate differently. Instead of deciding what's right or wrong, we explore what works and what doesn't.
Respect for yourself and others
Good communication isn't just about being considerate of others. It's also about being considerate of yourself.
We don't believe communication is about fitting in.
We believe it's about becoming more comfortable being yourself with other people.
Why Travis Bickle?
When I thought of starting up a social club for improving my conversation skills, Travis Bickle, the main character of the movie “Taxi Driver”, sprung to mind.
Like me, he is socially awkward. Feeling like an outsider. At the same time both finding comfort and loneliness in the shadows.
So, the conversation social club became ‘You Talking To Me?” with Travis Bickle as a reminder that there are other paths to being seen and heard, and I want to explore them, together with you.
Meet Your Host
Hi!
This is me in my happy place, in my garden with my dog Stella Nova.
Being in my 50s, most of my life-span is behind me. Not gonna lie, it has been a bumpy ride.
You name it, and it’s likely I’ve seen that, been there.
The bumpy ride severely impacted my energy for social contacts. I woke up one day feeling like I was fading away. I easily went days without any human contact. And although I have grown to really cherish my quiet time, my world felt too small.
But I am not one to just accept my fate. I do something about it!
That’s why I have created spaces that I want to join myself, like “You Talkin’ To Me?” and the quiet counterpart “The Quiet Decompress”.
So, that’s me (somewhat). I look forward to meeting you.
Your Questions, Answered-
You Talking to Me? is a social club for exploring communication and connection together.
Each meetup focuses on a different aspect of communication, from starting conversations and reading body language to navigating awkward moments, boundaries, conflict, and connection.
The emphasis is on practice, curiosity, and shared exploration rather than performance or expertise.
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Anyone curious about communication and connection.
Many participants describe themselves as introverted, shy, socially anxious, or simply out of practice. Others are naturally social but enjoy exploring how communication works.
You don't need a particular reason to join.
Only interest.
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Every meetup is different, but most include a mix of:
* conversation
* simple exercises
* role-play
* observation
* discussion
* reflection
Ad you can always stay after and talk and connect with others.
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Of course the more we interact the more fun we have but no.
Participation is always an invitation, never an obligation.
You are welcome to observe, listen, join in, or take a break whenever you need to.
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Most meetups are held in English.
Some events may include Dutch or be specifically designed for Dutch speakers. The event description will always make this clear.
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Then you'll fit right in.
Awkward moments are a normal part of communication, and sometimes the most interesting things happen there.
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No problem!
Send your question to me: info@yoriyoimind.nl