Connecting with Strangers: Why it Matters and How to Start
Health & Wellbeing

Connecting with Strangers: Why it Matters and How to Start

Thu 19 Nov19:00
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Unitarian Church Hall,
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What it is

Join Connecting with Strangers: Why it Matters and How to Start, an Action for Happiness Brighton talk with Dr. Taylor West, at Unitarian Church Hall, Brighton, on Thursday 19 November 2026, 19:00–20:45.

Dr. Taylor West gives an interactive talk on the psychological research behind connecting with strangers.

Connecting with strangers can boost happiness and may help build kind, inclusive and connected communities.

The talk covers barriers and practical techniques for starting and maintaining conversations.

Questions

When does Connecting with Strangers: Why it Matters and How to Start start and end?

Connecting with Strangers: Why it Matters and How to Start runs Thursday, 19 November 2026, 19:00 until 20:45.

Where is Connecting with Strangers: Why it Matters and How to Start?

Connecting with Strangers: Why it Matters and How to Start takes place at Unitarian Church Hall,, New Road, Brighton.

What will the talk cover?

The science behind social connection with strangers. - How to identify and overcome barriers - Practical techniques for starting and maintaining conversations - Guided exercises and discussions with other attendees The organizer shares this related article: https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/why_loving_moments_with_strangers_carry_lasting_benefits

How do I RSVP?

Register on **Meetup**: https://www.meetup.com/actionforhappinessbrighton/events/315626318/ The organizer also recommends joining the **10 Keys Group**: https://actionforhappiness.org/groups/brighton Joining lets them send more information about this and other events and related resources.

Is there a suggested donation?

Donations help pay for the hall hire and support the charity group. - Suggested amount: **£5** - Less is appreciated too - Everyone is warmly welcomed, even if you cannot donate 😊

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