Poetry Hacks to Connect With Anyone on a Deeper Level - Charlotte

In this online session created for the Charlotte community, you will explore Poetry Hacks to Connect With Anyone on a Deeper Level. Discover how basic poetic principles can transform your everyday conversations—from Uptown to your own neighborhood—and help you build stronger relationships. Even if you've never written a poem, this is an opportunity to understand communication in a new light. While designed with Charlotte in mind, this digital talk is open to anyone globally seeking to foster more genuine connections through language.

We will look beyond complex literary analysis. Instead, you will get insights on the power of metaphor, imagery, and rhythm in simple, direct communication. These are not just academic concepts but practical tools you can use immediately in your daily life in Charlotte. You will learn how paying attention to the sound and shape of words can change how others receive your message and respond to you. The focus is on making your expression more vivid and your listening more intentional, helping you connect more effectively.

The goal is to move past surface-level small talk in our vibrant city. Understand how to listen more attentively, much like a poet listens for subtext and emotion. You will also learn about expressing your own thoughts and feelings with greater clarity and impact. This approach helps create moments of real understanding with friends, family, and colleagues, strengthening your ties within the Charlotte community and beyond.

In this talk, you will learn about:

• How simple comparisons can make your ideas more relatable.
• The importance of specific details in creating a shared experience.
• Using the pace of your speech to add emotional weight.
• How to listen for what is not being said directly.

You will leave with a new perspective on language and connection. The ideas presented will help you apply these simple but powerful communication techniques in both your personal and professional life, enriching your interactions across the Queen City and your online networks.