💌A Love Letter + Virtual Hug For You

Hey love,

It’s Valentine’s week—a time when the world is buzzing about love, but let’s be real… sometimes this week can feel lonely, overwhelming, or just plain exhausting.

If you're feeling a little meh right now, I want to remind you:
You are loved. You are already whole.

Today, I woke up feeling super overwhelmed—the endless to-do lists, the constant planning, the pressure to always “have it together.” As I’ve sipped my coffee here procrastinating and struggling to get to the flow, I reminded myself of something I keep coming back to:

💡 The only way through is presence.

When life feels like too much, I try to slow down. To take a deep breath. To remind myself that love isn’t just something we give to others—it’s something we give ourselves through tiny, everyday actions, like daring to ask for support and be seen and heard.

We are not meant to navigate life alone. I believe: together is better.

We need a space where we feel we are welcome as we are.
Where we feel we fit in, beyond labels, just as humans, just as we are.

And that’s exactly why I’m creating a new space for us to gather, exhale, and simply be in London!

*drum roll

🫀 THE CONNECTED CIRCLE: A Space to Be You

📅 Thursday, Feb 27th | 7-9pm
📍 The Bath House, Hackney

A vulnerable space for deep connection. A pause from the noise. A community that holds you exactly as you are.

This is a safe, inclusive space—welcoming every kind of brain, body, background, belief, identity, and experience. Whether you are neurodivergent, disabled, LGBTQIA+, a person of color, from any faith or none, or from any cultural or socioeconomic background, we welcome you with open arms.

Come as you are, exactly as you are.

💛 Why I Created This: Because Loneliness Was Never Meant to Be the Norm

In a world where we are more "connected" than ever yet often feel deeply alone, the need for real, human connection has never been greater. Loneliness is more than just a feeling—it affects our well-being, our mental health, and our ability to thrive.

At Connected Circle, we come together to rewrite that narrative.

This is a space for anyone longing for real, heartful connection—beyond small talk, beyond surface-level interactions. A space where you can show up exactly as you are, be seen, be heard, and be held.

✨ This is for you if:
✅ You feel disconnected, unseen, or alone in your experiences.
✅ You crave deep, authentic conversations that nourish your heart.
✅ You’re navigating life transitions, heartbreak, burnout, or simply seeking a sense of belonging.
✅ You want to be part of a supportive, diverse community where vulnerability is met with kindness.
✅ You yearn for a space where friendships can form organically, without force or pretense.

What to Expect:
💬 Authentic Conversations – A chance to share or simply listen.
🤝 Heartfelt Support – A community that lifts each other up.
🌿 A Moment to Breathe – A pause from the noise, a space to be.
🫀 Belonging Without Labels – No expectations, just humans connecting.

There’s no pressure to talk—sometimes, just being present is enough. This is a space where silence is honored, stories are welcomed, and every emotion has room to exist.

Only 14 spots to keep it intimate & safe.

✨ Reserve your spot now! £12 early bird tickets are up for grabs! (Limited Availability)

I can’t wait to connect with you. Sending you a hug this Valentine’s week. You are loved. You are enough. You are doing better than you think. 💛

With heart,
Essi