In the organizer's words:

Loneliness can sometimes be more dangerous than a poor diet or lack of exercise, warns psychologist Dr. Marisa Franco. Good social relationships are central to our happiness, say celebrities such as Mark Forster, Carolin Kebekus, Peter Maffay and Lukas Podolski. Campaigns such as #melddichmalwieder in fall 2025 point out that many people experience difficulties with friendships in the course of their lives. Work or family commitments can lead to friendships falling asleep, interests and lifestyles can diverge or differences of opinion can lead to arguments. These everyday challenges of maintaining friendships are exacerbated by the ever-increasing costs of spending time together. During the evening, you will learn very specific, scientifically based methods that will help you to maintain your friendships (even) better. Reflection questions will encourage quiet reflection and discussion.
The speaker is a coach in the software industry with over ten years' experience in running workshops, including on professional networking. She has been working as a friendship coach for two years, also in her private life.

Price information:

Registration and payment via the VHS Essen website