Updates

Life update and change in frequency of newsletter posts

Aug 3 • 

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April 2025

“Third Places” in Dubai

Finding or creating urban spaces for relaxation and social connection beyond work and home

Apr 20 • 

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February 2025

Intergenerational Friendships

The individual and collective value of having friends across different age groups

Feb 11 • 

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January 2025

What Would Help You Feel Connected in 2025?

Setting Intentions to Belong in 2025

Jan 8 • 

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December 2024

Connecting with the "Other"

A reader's story and reflections on conversing with strangers

Dec 5, 2024 • 

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November 2024

Conversations with Strangers

Stories and an opportunity to get involved with Sidewalk Talk

Nov 7, 2024 • 

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October 2024

Reflections on Practicing Insight Dialogue

Meditation as a relational tool, relationship as a container for meditation

Oct 6, 2024 • 

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August 2024

Thoughts on a Book about Belonging in Dubai

Reflections on Rana AlMutawa's "Everyday Life in the Spectacular City: Making Home in Dubai"

Aug 30, 2024 • 

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July 2024

Slowing Down as a Belonging Practice:

Reflections on my biweekly posting schedule and on a reader’s newsletter

Jul 25, 2024 • 

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Wildflower Alliance and Peer Respite Programs

Featured Belonging Organization and A Book Club Announcement

Jul 12, 2024 • 

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June 2024

Belonging in Digital Spaces

Forming meaningful digital connections

Jun 28, 2024 • 

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Overcoming Challenges in Reaching Out

Reflections on Lived Experiences and Other Insights

Jun 13, 2024 • 

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