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Teddy Bear Evening
Explore your emotional past in this unique evening with Alain de Botton. Bring your cherished childhood stuffed animal and discover its role in shaping your understanding of love and care. In a warm, supportive setting, share stories about these treasured companions and gain insights into your emotional development while connecting with fellow participants.
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Drawing as Therapy Evening
Explore the therapeutic power of drawing with Alain de Botton in an evening where artistic skill doesn’t matter. Through unique prompts, unlock hidden thoughts and emotions as you sketch your way to self-discovery. Share your creations in a supportive environment and gain new insights into your inner world.
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Writing As Therapy Evening
Unlock the power of self-discovery through writing with Alain de Botton. Through unique prompts—from unsent letters to personal reflections—explore the hidden corners of your psyche in a supportive environment. No writing experience needed, just bring your curiosity as we use the written word to unlock new insights about ourselves.
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Conversation Dinner
Experience dining with a difference, where meaningful conversation matters more than the menu. Led by philosopher-in-chief- John Armstrong, this evening replaces small talk with profound discussion. Through carefully crafted prompts, explore life’s big questions over a delicious meal. Share your hopes, dreams, and reflections in an atmosphere designed for genuine connection.
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Emotional Maturity Evening
Explore the essence of emotional maturity in this insightful evening with Alain de Botton. Learn how self-understanding, clear communication, and personal responsibility create more fulfilling relationships and a richer life. Through interactive discussion, discover practical strategies for developing emotional awareness and resilience.
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Our Therapeutic Retreats are designed to offer participants a holistic approach to healing and mental wellness through a mixture of ideas and therapeutic interventions in an atmosphere that is warm, creative and focused on change.
Book Socials
Every few months, we invite anyone interested in The School of Life to gather in a bookshop (or, sometimes, another congenial venue) for the very best kind of social event: one in which we can discuss ideas, share thoughts and meet new people.
What’s On
Find out What’s On at The School of Life. Book onto any of our in-person Experiences and find like-minded people with whom to learn, heal and grow.