Learn about the latest trends in how people are meeting, especially in the new world we find ourselves in, and how to connect to people in a more conscious manner.
This week, on The Conscious Consultant Hour, Sam welcomes Founder & CEO, Alexandra Ballensweig.
Alexandra is the founder and CEO of humhum, a digital platform for conscious dating and connection. Through their facilitated virtual group dating experiences and one-on-one virtual guided blind-dates, they're setting a new standard for online dating by creating a culture and container that is mindful, growth-centered, and substantive. humhum is shifting the paradigm from outcome orientation to growth orientation in dating where the "reward" is intrinsic. "Discovery," e.g. finding people to date, is only part of the challenge. Connecting with them, and having the self-awareness to navigate the discomfort of a new connection is where people struggle. Transactional swiping is out, personal evolution and human connection is in.
humhum is an expression of Alexandra’s love for both methodical and mysterious means of self-evolution, and her penchant for entrepreneurship and creative expression.
Prior to founding humhum, she worked as a consultant in Strategic Design and Product Management for several years for organizations of all sizes; fortune 100s and start-ups.
Alexandra is a certified Kundalini Yoga teacher, and a Reiki Master Teacher and Facilitator trained in the Usui Method.
Personal practice plays a critical role in Alexandra’s life and work. She has had the privilege of sitting multiple month-long silent retreats to study and practice meditation in the Theravada Buddhist tradition over the last six years. She maintains a committed daily meditation and yoga practice to live, work, and serve creatively, spaciously, and with integrity.
Sam and Alexandra will be discussing all about consciously connecting with others and the new world of online dating!
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Segment 1
Sam kicks off the show by reading a section from his book Everyday Awakening. In this chapter we learn about receiving respect by respecting ourselves. It’s not about being nice, it’s about communicating clear boundaries for ourselves and sticking to them. When you can respect your own personal time and energy then others can follow suit. Sam was inspired by this piece from observing the challenges people were facing in their work life. Don’t be afraid to be selfishly aware of what we need. Before the break, Sam introduces his guest Alexandra Ballensweig, founder of Humhum. Humhum is a new conscious way to meet people.
Segment 2
Alexandra tells Sam about the origins of humhum. She talks about her experiences in her own dating life and how she lacked the connection she was seeking. Alexandra’s friends shared similar stories which gave her the idea to create a more conscious way to meet people in October of 2019. Sam and Alexandra talk about the positive reception and what inspired the name. Alexandra is strong on intentionality and creating a space where people feel safe and comfortable to be themselves. Before the break, Sam mentions the difficulties some people may have meeting new friends or platonic relationships. Alexandra offers various options depending on what you are seeking. Humhum takes the intimidating factor out of it and let’s you choose the setting of what you are looking for (relationship, friendly, or neutral).
Segment 3
Coming back from the break, Alexandra shares dating statistics with Sam. Since the pandemic, date app usage has only gone up. People have found ways to build connections virtually. Alexandra also noticed that values have shifted and people are more concerned about getting to know one another. Studies may show people who use dating apps are more frustrated than hopeful but people are being more honest about their intentions. Sam asks Alexandra how do people usually find humhum. It’s usually through word of mouth but you can also find humhum on social media like instagram. Alexandra talks about the possibility of in-person events but that they are currently planning to keep humhum strictly digital.
Segment 4
In the last segment, Alexandra shares some advice for people who are looking for new relationships. Dating is an opportunity to practice to be the person we aspire to be. She also suggests being intentional with your words and actions. We can learn the most about ourselves when we engage with people. Alexandra points out it is a journey and we are to have fun with the process and not take ourselves too seriously. Sam asks Alexandra what she has noticed about the dating scene post-pandemic. She’s noticed people are more conscious of who they give their time and attention to. She adds there seems to be an alignment around purpose. People are leaning into community and finding their tribe. At the end of the segment, Alexandra tells the audience how you can learn more about humhum. She also shares details about upcoming events.
