Let’s Walk and Talk

What started as a simple invite: “let’s go for a walk near my place”, turned into a small, happy gathering. Rhein jumped on board, said it’s one of the nicest parks around, and invited Vio, Jo, Steph, and Hendra. So there we were, walking and chatting like it was the most natural way to start a Saturday. It wasn’t about steps or fitness goals, just a chance to be present together and talk about life while moving our feet. 

We began from private botanic garden, and made our way to a public city park. The air wasn’t exactly fresh, but the company made it easy to ignore that. Somewhere in the middle, we stopped by a café owned by a fellow founder. Ordered drinks, sat around, and just talked. No agenda. No fancy brunch. Just coffee and beer, conversations, and the kind of back-and-forth that fills you up more than food ever could. 

Our topics jumped everywhere: startup pains, parenting stories, school choices, house repairs, health hacks. Nothing was off limits, nothing was forced. It was refreshing in a different way. It’s funny how something as simple as walking with others can help you feel more connected. Not just to them, but to your own thoughts. No screens, no slides, no titles. Just people, presence, and perspective. 

I think I’d love to do this more often. A walking club for startup folks sounds like a fun idea. Maybe every three weeks. No pressure, no pitching. Just a few people who know the ups and downs of this life, walking and talking it out while discovering new corners of the city (and maybe new things about ourselves too). 

If this sounds like your kind of thing, maybe next time you can come along. Just poke me :)

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