Deeper Discussion: Does your life have a purpose?

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