Deep Talk Sessions

Upgrade presents: Deep Talk Sessions

We have so many different ways to communicate with one another in 2025, but do you ever feel that there are deeper conversations to be had? Interactions with others infused with a little more connection and depth? Or having space to talk freely, honestly about how you feel about the things that matter, without fear of being shouted down or dismissed?

This is where the Deep Talk Sessions come in.

Each session we focus on a theme, and spend a couple of hours going in deep on a topic. These are facilitated conversations - introduced and gently directed by Demis Lyall-Wilson, you'll be taken on a journey of connection and reflection with a group of strangers: people just like yourself, there to find that same space to connect, listen, and be heard.

How the sessions work:

• We begin with an introduction to the night's theme, make some agreements about confidentiality/safety, and a quick primer about how to get the most out of the conversations.
• After a short breath session to settle in, we'll separate into small groups for a couple of short conversational exercises to get our minds warmed up.
• From there, we'll continue exploring the topic with increasing depth as the night progresses, either as larger group discussions, or further smaller conversation groups.
• There'll be plenty of time for breaks, rest, and a chance to mingle, with the session designed to last about 2 hours, give or take.

These aren't lectures, or debates. They are facilitated conversations that you are very much a part of. How deep you want to go, or how much you choose to contribute is entirely up to you. The room is a safe and confidential one, designed less to ilicit big opinions, rather for you to have the time and place to explore exactly how you feel.

Up Next:

August 21 - "Talk: How To Feel Heard"

This session goes deep on communication itself - how we, personally, approach different types of communication, with our social, professional, and private selves, and how we relate to one another in a meaningful way in a world full of shouting and distraction.

Located just off Rose Street in central Edinburgh, admission is £8.00 - be sure to reserve your spot, as numbers will be limited.

See you there??