Do you love to learn new things? Learning when applied to life is beneficial in understanding others and in communicating to be understood. So you could say, to learn is to connect. Here at The Commons two ways you can learn are from taking classes and reading books.
Books
Do you think of a good book or a character as a “friend”? Books have always been a friend to me. During some of the lonely days in my childhood, I could spend time with the “families and friends” inside the pages of a book. Stories help me to understand people, learn about new places or topics, and grow in empathy.
As an avid reader, I read more than 100 books a year and want to share some of my favorites with you.
Happy reading, Beauty!
Classes
Do you consider yourself a lifelong learner? Do you take classes to gain new skills or learn a new perspective? Participating in a class allows us to take in new information. With the new information, we can decide how to implement the lessons learned in our life. To learn and apply is to get better. Happy Learning, Beauty!
Friendship Basics
Ready to start new friendships? This is a great refresher on some things you likely know, some questions to ask yourself first, and some new ideas for making friendships. Watch the video with your journal and pen in hand so you can participate and get the most out of this class.
Building Community
Just moved to a new place and ready to build community? This class will help you to define community, look internally, and take action to build community in your new town. Watch the video now, take action, then watch again in 30-60 days and celebrate your wins.
Being a Friend as an Introvert
Are you or your friend an introvert? Friendship can be hard for many reasons. When an introvert or two is involved, communication takes on a whole new meaning. Watch this video class to gain some new insights about what it can look like, managing energy, and talking about it all.