In this online session designed for the St. Louis community, you will explore Poetry Hacks to Connect With Anyone on a Deeper Level. Discover how the basic principles of poetry can transform your everyday conversations and help you build stronger relationships, from the Central West End to South City, even if you have never written a poem before. This is an opportunity to understand communication in a new light, using simple techniques to foster genuine connections. While this talk is created with St. Louis in mind, anyone can join online from anywhere in the world.
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 academic concepts but practical tools you can use immediately to build bridges in our community. Learn how paying attention to the sound and shape of words can change how others receive your message and respond to you.
The goal is to move past surface-level small talk. Understand how to listen more attentively, much like a poet listens for subtext and emotion, whether you're speaking with friends, family, or colleagues. You will also learn about expressing your own thoughts and feelings with greater clarity and impact. This approach helps create moments of real understanding in a city known for its strong neighborhood bonds.
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 poetry hacks to connect in both your personal and professional life here in the St. Louis area and beyond.
