
Deeper Discussion: Does your life have a purpose?
Sat 17 Oct · 18:00
Hilton Doubletree Holborn
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An open discussion on the purpose of life takes place at the Hilton Doubletree Holborn in London on 17 October 2026. The gathering encourages philosophical, psychological, and scientific perspectives on the topic.
Does your life have a purpose? Is purpose something we discover, something we create, something given to you by divine authority or something that simply doesn’t exist? Join us for an open, thoughtful conversation exploring one of life’s most enduring questions. We’ll dig into ideas from philosophy, psychology, science, and personal experience—without needing to arrive at a single “right” answer. Is purpose inherent, or do we invent it? How do meaning, happiness, and mortality shape our sense of purpose? What happens when the answer feels unclear—or changes over time? This Deeper Discussion gathering invites a serious, open, and unhurried examination of the topic. We will move past slogans and surface talking points to explore the harder terrain. The atmosphere we will encourage is one of curiosity, logic, critical thinking and less ideological emotional outbursts. This is not a debate with predetermined sides or a lecture. It is a facilitated conversation designed for people willing to sit with complexity, hear opposing perspectives, and think carefully about what kind of future is possible—and desirable—for our societies. Expect thoughtful exchange, rigorous questioning, and space for disagreement without virtuous performance. Agenda: 6 p.m to 7 p.m: Introduction and Socializin 7 p.m to 9:30 p.m: Topic Discussion 9:30 p.m to late night: Drinks, Dinner or Feel free to go home
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Deeper Discussion: Does your life have a purpose? takes place on Saturday, 17 October 2026 at 18:00.
Deeper Discussion: Does your life have a purpose? is held at Hilton Doubletree Holborn in London (92 Southampton Row Tube: Holborn, WC1B 4BH London).
The forecast for Deeper Discussion: Does your life have a purpose? is Overcast · 12°C.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Hilton Doubletree Holborn can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Deeper Discussion: Does your life have a purpose? can be booked via meetup.com using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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An open discussion on the purpose of life takes place at the Hilton Doubletree Holborn in London on 17 October 2026. The gathering encourages philosophical, psychological, and scientific perspectives on the topic.
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Does your life have a purpose? Is purpose something we discover, something we create, something given to you by divine authority or something that simply doesn’t exist? Join us for an open, thoughtful conversation exploring one of life’s most enduring questions. We’ll dig into ideas from philosophy, psychology, science, and personal experience—without needing to arrive at a single “right” answer. Is purpose inherent, or do we invent it? How do meaning, happiness, and mortality shape our sense of purpose? What happens when the answer feels unclear—or changes over time? This Deeper Discussion gathering invites a serious, open, and unhurried examination of the topic. We will move past slogans and surface talking points to explore the harder terrain. The atmosphere we will encourage is one of curiosity, logic, critical thinking and less ideological emotional outbursts. This is not a debate with predetermined sides or a lecture. It is a facilitated conversation designed for people willing to sit with complexity, hear opposing perspectives, and think carefully about what kind of future is possible—and desirable—for our societies. Expect thoughtful exchange, rigorous questioning, and space for disagreement without virtuous performance. Agenda: 6 p.m to 7 p.m: Introduction and Socializin 7 p.m to 9:30 p.m: Topic Discussion 9:30 p.m to late night: Drinks, Dinner or Feel free to go home
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When is Deeper Discussion: Does your life have a purpose??
Deeper Discussion: Does your life have a purpose? takes place on Saturday, 17 October 2026 at 18:00.
Where is Deeper Discussion: Does your life have a purpose? taking place?
Deeper Discussion: Does your life have a purpose? is held at Hilton Doubletree Holborn in London (92 Southampton Row Tube: Holborn, WC1B 4BH London).
What will the weather be like at Deeper Discussion: Does your life have a purpose??
The forecast for Deeper Discussion: Does your life have a purpose? is Overcast · 12°C.
Is there anywhere to stay near Deeper Discussion: Does your life have a purpose??
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Hilton Doubletree Holborn can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
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Tickets for Deeper Discussion: Does your life have a purpose? can be booked via meetup.com using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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