“This is like benevolent counter-culture.”
“I enjoyed the gathering, even though I wanted to bolt — I’m glad I stayed!”
"I love how you can articulate what my heart knows but doesn't want to say out loud."
“You made a potentially awkward night super fun!”
"I felt more myself for those few hours than I have in three years and it was a joy and a relief."
“This was such a fun, touching and sweet event. I wanna do more!”
“Thank you eternally for this event which has dramatically made my world less lonely and more alive. In the name of love and filling the abyss of digital isolation, you are doing more for public health than anyone I know.”
“It was really interesting being able to greet people with one energy and see them leave with another.”
"I left feeling more connected to my community and more connected to myself."
“I so appreciate you holding this space, and bringing depth, light-heartedness and hope to so many people.”
"The questions you asked were FANTASTIC! Your events helped me know more about others around me and provoked a better understanding of myself."
"I liked your inclusivity of all ages, genders, orientations, and abilities to pay. You made me feel less like I needed to fit a certain mold. And that's basically what I was looking for: affirmation that we can each be our unique authentic selves all while entertaining the idea of forming a meaningful relationship."
"A heart-felt thank you for the invitation and space to be safely me. Thanks to your helpful crew, too! Let’s keep doing this good work--the world needs us!”
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"You are doing great, good work for many silently hurting but enduringly hopeful people."