The Regathering Project: Let's Transform the World, One Relationship at a Time

Category: Try This!

Never Underestimate the Power of Politeness

There is one simple act each of us can do to counter the rudeness all around us: be polite, both in-person and online. Embrace the power of politeness today!

September 3, 2025
Embrace the Adventure of Bringing People Together

Since meaningful connections with others are increasingly rare these days, we should consider approaching social outreach with the same adventurous attitude as more traditional treasure hunters.

September 30, 2024
Write a Handwritten Note of Appreciation

Writing personal, handwritten notes can be a meaningful and lasting way to more deeply connect with others.

July 26, 2024
Overcoming the Loneliness Pandemic Part 4: Help and Be Helped

Ending loneliness works best when it is a two-way street. Don’t just be a helper. Be willing to ask for advice and receive help, too. Everyone needs help from time to time, and we all need to be needed.

May 14, 2024
Overcoming the Loneliness Pandemic Part 3: Embrace Solitude

Embracing solitude may be one of the best ways we can prepare ourselves to build stronger relationships with others, which is badly needed in our increasingly lonely world.

April 19, 2024
Overcoming the Loneliness Pandemic Part 2: Give Others Your Full Attention

In an age filled with distractions, the gift of our full attention is a rare but key factor in more fully connecting with others. Part 2 in a four-post series on overcoming the loneliness pandemic.

March 20, 2024
Overcoming the Loneliness Pandemic Part 1: Be Intentional About Connecting

Being intentional in our efforts to connect with others can help overcome loneliness in ourselves and others.

February 15, 2024
Practice Giving Thanks

Is giving thanks just another worthy idea to try or is it essential to the success of any regathering effort?

December 29, 2023
Try to Connect with Someone “Different” from You

Getting out of our comfort zone to connect with people “different” from ourselves can create a lot of good for everyone.

September 21, 2023
Try This! An Invitation to Experiment with How We Connect and Gather

Join us to help create a clearinghouse of ideas for building community and meaningful connections.

September 5, 2023