2025 in 2025 Connection Project

2025 Minutes. 365 People.

Endless Possibilities.

Will You Join Me?

(Please?)

I’m challenging myself to 2025 minutes of mini-connections in 2025. That’s 365 different people I get to talk with!

Want to be part of the fun?

Welcome! I’m Lorine, and I have a not-so-secret love affair with nurturing human connection. I love learning about and supporting other people through conversation. I’m also a big time introvert, and often find myself hunkering down into my blanket laden cocoon instead of reaching out and sharing those moments of connection myself.

On December 30, 2024, I was in the watery wonder that is a shower and was struck by a realization.

“Lori, it’s time to emerge. In 2025, you are going to create daily mini-connections because while alone time recharges you, too much of it is hurting your physical and mental health. Lori, in 2025 you are going to have a daily connection with 365 different people.”

”Um… excuse me, self?”

”You heard me! Now let’s figure it out!”

And so here we are! But where exactly is that?

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The Basics

Why are you doing this?

Why not? In a world that often feels busy and disconnected, I want to create a year full of meaningful, memorable moments with others. Human connections are an oft overlooked and undervalued part of physical and mental health. I’m hoping our mini-connections inspire “connection ripples” way beyond our time together.

What is this?

The 2025 in 2025 Connection Project is my personal challenge to have a daily 5 to 10 minute intentional conversation with 365 different people throughout the year. That’s at least 2025 minutes of connection! If you’re local or we’re in the same area, we can even meet up in person.

How will this work?

We’ll chat for a few minutes—about life, favorite things, or anything fun or meaningful. There aren’t a lot of rules here. I’ll bring a question or two to keep it interesting. It’s that simple!

There’s no pressure, no sales pitch, and no hidden agenda. This is purely for fun and sharing a few minutes of connection with people who share my playfulness and curiosity. Is that you?

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