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Transition
Something is beginning to happen here.
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The series of ultra last-minute cancellations that happened this week weren’t helpful, because advancing conversations is made more difficult, but it is part of the game. But it’s also a question of perspective.
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Ismar dropped a clanger on Monday with his topic about seeking election to his local council. One of the rules in our field is, “Don’t talk politics”. Well, perhaps, but I don't agree. Maybe we should about current affairs, because the language is complex, and the content has to be shared in a balanced way. And, personally, I find political discussions so toxic, we have to learn to have a civil discussion even if opinions differ. Some of you have entered the discussion, and it all starts by trying to understand another person's perspective.
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It was on the agenda for last week’s Tuesday Get Together podcast, but as that had to be postponed, it should be on the next one.
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Cléa posted her second YouTube video about her evening at the "BTS Festa" in Seoul. Apart from getting a visual impression, and appreciating the effort that goes into making such a video, again, we express opinions and emotions, and you also get the informal expressions her generation use. Not to mention the encouragement for her to continue, as Nathalie very poignantly wrote.
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It took me a while to decide whether I should continue the grandfather thread, started by Manfred, after being prompted by Nathalie. How much does one share, what does one say? It’s down to the individual, but it also brings people together a bit more when we know something about their family background. Because the most challenging part of doing Brida is to develop that community spirit. It is something that is constantly in the focus because Brida is designed for you to talk to each other, not to me. I’m just the conduit. But, as the facilitator, it’s only fair to set an example.
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Walter managed to answer his own questions on sports and fitness. I guess the topic is not new, but humans tend to need reminding. So, it was a good subject to focus on, and I know that Maxime will have a contribution next week. Something that all can enjoy.
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Niki’s invitation to explore music got picked up and is being developed. And if you read her response to my comment on Music and AI, she mentions fear. So, here we talk about honest feelings, and maybe learn to overcome or accept these fears as others share their thoughts.
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So, what is happening in our Brida Community? Well, when I look at what we talked about one year ago, and what we discuss now, the difference is huge. And when I speak of perspective, everybody has come a long way. It becomes apparent when you look at the past and start seeing what is in the future.
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Last but not least, the Algorithm course is taking shape. We will release it after the summer, when we are all back on board, more or less.
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Thank you, everyone, for doing this. You have done a tremendous job.
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I am looking forward to seeing you next week.
Best regards,
Frank
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On our list of topics at the moment.
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No Fake News
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The Sound of Music
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Training doesn't stop
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Um, well, OK, if you insist!
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Origins
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We're still working on this one!
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Cléa's latest video!
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Watch how our resident Vlogger roams around Seoul, bringing us her unique perspective.
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Latest Podcasts
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Nothing new this week, but if you can find the time, have a listen to this one, if you haven't already done so. You can find the link in the conversations section in Brida.
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New "Sip'n'Study" in the
Brida Learning Lounge
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Inspired by Manfred. When things don't quite go to plan.
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Would you like to practise speaking with others in English? As a member of the Brida Community, you can go to the Brida Café and meet me and other community members from other countries. Choose from the meetings below:
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Tuesday Get-together.
18h UTC / 19h CET (Duration 60 minutes)
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Thursday Morning Get-together.
9h UTC / 10h CET / (Duration 90 minutes)
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Hosted by me in France, meet Ismar & Lisa from Brazil, Levent in Turkey, Sebastian in Germany. The level of English is upper-intermediate.
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Nathalie in Seoul, Clarisse, Monique and Bernard in France, and Babette in Germany. We span half the globe and there is plenty to talk about.
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The level of English is intermediate.
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Thursday Afternoon Get-together
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Thursdays
13.30h UTC / 14.30h CET
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The young at heart group. Maxime and I talk about Engineering for beginners, and anything else, with a focus on being young.
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The level of English is upper-intermediate.
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Mondays
14.00h UTC / 16.00h CEST
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Brazil and Europe are connected. What do we have in common? Let's find out.
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The level of English is upper-intermediate.
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Become a member of the community.
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Would you like to practise and improve your English? You can do so by joining the Brida Community. I offer a 30-day free trial and then if you like it, become a member.
With your membership, you can:
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1. Have regular meetings with me and other community members to practise and improve your English. Meeting times are flexible to suit your routines.
2. Participate in and contribute to the community conversation.
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3. Read our conversations when you want.
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4. Collaborate in global projects.
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5. Read and contribute to the Brida Journal.
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Contact me for more information or :
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