Veiling & Revealing - A Poetry & Reflection Circle on What We Hide & Show

How much of yourself do you show, and how much do you keep behind the curtain?

We move through the world in layers: softening our edges, shaping personas, guarding our depths. Some veils protect. Some conceal. Some simply transform our bright light - like silk over a flame, not hiding it, but making it bearable to behold.

And yet, the most profound and authentic encounters - with ourselves, with others - are often described as moments of unveiling. We are never fully seen, and rarely fully hidden.

Through poetry, we’ll step into that space between concealment and revelation - where words can both shelter and expose, where we can explore what we show, what we hide, and why.

WHAT to expect?

Deep, humanconnectionthrough poetry A layered exploration where emotion and intellect meet

• Resonance - Poets that open inner worlds… and awaken something in your own

WHO is this for?

Anyone curious, you don’t need to be a poet! Whether you write, love poetry, or simply want to listen and feel - this space is open to you :-)

HOW it unfolds?

We’ll share poems and short texts - your own, or ones you love - sit with them, reflect together. Bring a poem (in any language), or simply come as you are to listen - carrying the edge of something you’ve kept behind a curtain for too long.

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Contribution: €5 to cover shared basic costs (PayPal or cash). If you’d like to help support the continuation of these curated, moderated events, donations of up to €10 are warmly welcomed 🤍 You can find more about our organisation and other ways to support in the group description.

🌿 Community Guidelines

*Only attend if you’re on the attendee list.* Listen actively and with curiosi