that conversations movement

the magic of actually chatting.

Being intentional with our conversations can provide an opportunity to pose that question you’ve always wanted to ask a family member. It can offer the chance to reconnect with someone you’ve lost touch with, to relive shared memories and reflect. Intentional conversations can open a space to learn about each other and develop empathy and vulnerability.

We could all do with having meaningful conversations with each other.

Enter, that conversations movement. The aim is to encourage conversations that deepen connection. Get involved and strengthen your relationships with the people in your life.

Check out our #conversationsweek campaign here.

if you've had an intentional conversation, let us know.

Your Name

First Name

Last Name

Your Email

Your location (e.g. Toronto, Canada)

Who did you chat to? (e.g. my brother Matthew / my friend Tash)

Which type of conversation did you participate in?

How did it go? What did you ask / chat about? What was the highlight?

Do you have any advice or words of encouragement for others thinking about having a similar conversation?

Are you willing for this response to be read out on the podcast / shared on social media?

Yes

No

participants in the movement

Christian, in Glasgow Scotland, asked his great aunt questions about her life.

“I learned so much about a person I knew all my life, but didn't really know at all.
My personal highlight was how happy this conversation made her. I almost dreaded phone calls to my family because they can be tedious and small talky. Saying words without meaning. I don't like that.
This gave it meaning. I learned, we laughed, it gifted me a happy moment.”
Sarah, in Ohio USA, chatted to their aunt Mary, combining a few of the activities.

“It went well. She didn't want to be recorded and I told her that was totally fine.
She is currently in an assisted living facility, and I think she enjoyed being interviewed/someone taking an interest in her life.
Before I left, I thanked her for her willingness to try something new and participate in the interview, she responded, ‘anytime.’“
Blaine, who’s done the full recorded conversation activity with many friends.

“The highlight for all these conversations has been how willing people are to open up, much to my surprise.
Even scary military lads who never talk about emotions are opening up and sharing life stories, and it's wild to see.”
Jerry, in Toronto Canada, had a call to reconnect with his friend Jensen.

“We caught up. We hadn't met or talked in well over a year. We talked about how his health had declined significantly, how he has been working on himself, and is finally in a much better place.
To anyone thinking of having a similar conversation - it's never too late to reconnect.”

listen to that conversations podcast

Join your host Chris as he chats to people in his life about topics that range from the wholesome to the silly and everything in between. In each episode the conversation is guided by a theme and a ‘question of the episode’. Expect a blend of storytelling, vulnerability and talking nonsense, that will inspire you to have a similar chat with someone in your life.

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download a guide to that conversations activity with tips, tricks and questions to help you have a meaningful chat to deepen a connection

life story questions (30-120 mins)

Ask a family member or friend to share their story with you. You’ll learn details about their life that surprise you and help fill out the picture of who they are. Explore what makes them who they are, from childhood, to schooling, career and their hobbies.

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swap affirmations (5-20 mins)

A lovely activity to do with someone you care about. Taking the time to show some appreciation for one another’s qualities and what you mean to each other. You’ll reflect on what you like about the person, and what features of their character stand out to you.

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memory lane (10-30 mins)

A fun activity to reflect on shared memories, and have a laugh retelling stories together. Enjoy the fact you both remember things differently, or how different memories stand out to one another. Help you look back and appreciate your relationship.

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