Welcome to Social Tinkering
A Human Connection Project
We are social connectors, innovators, and facilitators of positive social change.
We work to fight, heal, and prevent social isolation and aloneness by collaboratively removing the barriers that prevent people from coming together.
We are practicing healthier models of relationship, centering being human, learning, and growing. Through this, we are rebuilding cultural foundations to ground them in wellbeing and compassionate belonging.
Justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion are woven throughout our work as we strive to cultivate belonging for all people to feel seen, valued, and supported.
We can't do this alone - SO COME TINKER WITH US!
we help people connect to build trust, belonging, & truly welcoming communities
Our Vision
A world where people mindfully connect with each other and everyone has the opportunity to feel true belonging.
Our Mission
To to strengthen the social fabric of communities by helping people connect to discover and cultivate relationships and cultures grounded in compassionate belonging.
Social isolation and loneliness are major determinants of our physical and mental health and can be incredibly damaging not only for individuals, but for families and entire communities of people.
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To prevent isolation, heal loneliness, and rebuild cultures grounded in wellbeing , we believe there is a need to apply international happiness research at the grassroots level. We want people to not just read about happiness and belonging, but to experience their growth within themselves and amongst other people.
Why do we do this?
Meaningful Social Connection = Trust = Belonging = Happiness
Happiness = thriving individuals, families, and communities
Our Community Agreements
Platinum Rule - Treat others how THEY want to be treated
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Be present & listen with curiosity
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This is a Brave space where vulnerability is celebrated
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Acknowledge INTENT & focus on IMPACT
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Speak from the “I”- from your own experience, not for others
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Seek first to understand, then to be understood
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Offer what you can, ask for what you need
Our stories are important to understanding, supporting, and elevating each other. They help us see each other's humanity, and increasing belonging.
Connecting With You
The need for connection and community is primal, as fundamental as the need for air, water, and food.
Dean Ornish
Mankind is interdependent, and the happiness of each depends on the happiness of all.
Hazrat Inayat Kahn
Success isn't about how much money you make; it's about the difference you make in people's lives.
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Michelle Obama
