20 Questions to Make a New Friend

For strangers. For first conversations and brave beginnings. These are heart-openers. Answer what you’re called to, just one may alter the temperature of a moment. Enjoy this invitation to connect, human to human.

The Belong Bench is an interactive, connection inspiring installation. A living third space that calls community into connection + presence, created in collaboration with artist Anthony Fatato and Belong Center. The Belong Bench recently toured with electronic music band, Above & Beyond on their US tour sparking connection for music lovers nationwide.

Take a seat, make a friend.

01. What brought you to this bench today?

02. What’s something you’re curious about right now?

03. Where do you feel most like yourself?

04. Can you share a small joy you don’t talk about enough?

05. What has your attention lately, in a good way?

06. Is there anything you’re learning, unlearning, or relearning?

07. What place feels like home to you, and why?

08. Is there something you love doing where the time seems to disappear?

09. Who has shaped you in a quiet, lasting way?

10. What’s something you’re proud of that isn’t on your résumé?

11. How do you feel calm when life feels noisy?

12. What season of life do you feel like you’re in right now?

13. Can you share a memory that still makes you smile?

14. What do you wish more people asked you about?

15. Have you noticed something beautiful recently?

16. What kind of friendship are you craving these days?

17. What does belonging feel like in your body?

18. What’s a value you’re trying to live by right now?

19. Does anything feels tender in you lately?

20. What would you like more of in your life this year?