Moments that stand out…

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Insight into the power and place of each small moment’s joy. Another rich example of the depths we can plumb in our conversations with a good question and a listening ear. For other MusicFest Festival Moments…

Synchronicity in searching for work

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A heartening story of hope, persistence, humility, and success in landing a great job…. when prospects seemed dim.

Creating delight in small packages

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It took a bit of listening to hear her story, then her creative spirit surfaced. This paper artist is creating small gardens in Altoid tins.

Discovering community in Victoria

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Visiting from Houston, Texas she is struck by the friendliness, beauty and accessibility of Victoria.

Introduction to the Hi! Book Launch

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Trying to design a book launch, I came up with the idea of it being ‘More than a book launch.’ I thought it needed a great introduction. Then Peter and I were talking, and I asked him to do the

A conference reception that jazzed attendees

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It was designed to encourage Canadian scientists and researchers to make new connections at an international conference. People stayed much longer than organizers dreamed… and conferred deeply with each other.

Math Walk and Talk

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This math prof is a true traveler on campus finds students talking to him as he walks between classes to discuss math topics. Part of his approach is differentiating between work and play in approaching math problems.

Opening doors with strangers

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He had the tools, the spirit and the questions to unlock this wonderful opportunity with a stranger. Inspired by the book “Hi! Conversation Changes Lives” Steven explores countless opportunities to engage. For more information about the book

Life changing: Talking with stranger

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A priceless story of finding direction and purpose from talking with a stranger.

A moment in a Russian bubble

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‘Travelers’ learn how to deal with the unexpected. Remarkable, some say ‘weird’ things happen to Kinga… This one surprised even those who were there at the time with some scary looking Russian soldiers.