The Art of Staying Close

​In a world of constant contact, why do we often feel emotionally distant from the people we love most?

​This session explores the invisible drift that happens when we mistake "keeping in touch" for truly being connected. We often assume our family bonds are permanent, but in reality, they require intention to survive the busyness of adulthood. We’ll move beyond the comfort of occasional updates to confront the reality of limited time and the passive habits that keep our conversations on the surface.

​Through a blend of radical honesty and actionable insights, this gathering invites participants to shift from simply maintaining relationships to actively deepening them.

​Together, we will reflect on:

• ​The Disconnect: How well do you actually know the people you love today, versus the version of them from years ago?

• ​The Depth: How to break the cycle of small talk and design interactions that actually matter.

• ​The Urgency: How to reclaim agency over the time we have left to ensure nothing goes unsaid or undone.

​Join us in the tea room at Pluto for an intimate conversation on bridging the distance and making the most of the time we have.