Sidewalk Talk

When was the last time you spoke with a neighbor? Try it today & let us know in the comments how it went.

When was the last time you spoke with a neighbor? Try it today & let us know in the comments how it went.

🌍✨ Yesterday was World Mental Health Day! As we roll into the weekend, let’s take a moment to reflect on our own mental health practices. What are some of the more unusual ways you take care of your mental well-being? 🧘♀️🧘♂️ At Sidewalk Talk, we’ve found that listening to strangers on the sidewalk is our special way of creating kindness and improving our mental health. 💛 It’s amazing how being of service makes us feel more grounded and connected. What’s your unique way to nurture your mental health? Drop it in the comments! ⬇️💬 #MentalHealthMatters #WorldMentalHealthDay #SidewalkTalk #KindnessCounts #CommunityHealing #BeTheChange #MentalHealthAwareness #FreeListening

💗 Exciting News from Sidewalk Talk! 💗 I’m thrilled to share that Sidewalk Talk has been selected by Amazon Web Services for grant funding, which will be delivered directly to Chapter Leaders in Hayward and Gilroy, California—near my hometown! This funding will help new leaders start Sidewalk Talk chapters in their communities. HAYWARD GRANT APPLICATION: https://lnkd.in/e79Ujph9 GILROY GRANT APPLICATION: https://lnkd.in/ewFyWc_a #sidewalktalk #grants #freelistening #volunteer #humanconnection #socialhealth #socialprescribing #worldmentalhealthday #mentalhealth #loneliness #ngo #charity

Feeling overwhelmed by all the political noise and cruelty out there? Trust me, you're not alone—I feel it too. It’s tempting to just tune it all out, but here's the thing: if we don’t start showing up and modeling healthier ways to talk about politics, we’re silently letting the cycle of extremism, retaliation, and harm continue. Imagine this: what if you could shift the way these conversations happen, protecting not just your mental health but also your relationships? What if, by simply engaging differently, you could actually help stop the normalization of extremism? Our upcoming workshop is a space to learn just that. In 90 minutes, you'll gain tools to dialogue in ways that are communal, supportive, and—dare I say—healing. You'll walk away feeling lighter, more connected, and less alone in the madness. Oh, and here’s the best part: by signing up, you’re supporting Sidewalk Talk’s mission to keep this important work going. We operate on less than $5k a year (seriously!), and your participation makes a direct impact. Ready to help build a better way forward? Join us! 💬✨ Sign up here or through the link in our bio: https://lnkd.in/eNuiwvHe #PoliticalDialogue #HealthyConversations #BetterTogether #MentalHealthMatters #HealingConversations #BridgeTheDivide #ListenToUnderstand #EmpathyInAction #PreventExtremism #SidewalkTalk #CommunityHealing #KindnessMatters #DialogueForChange #TogetherWeCan #CompassionateLeadership

Don’t let disagreements keep you apart. Our ‘We Can Do Better Than This’ workshop isn’t just another PowerPoint presentation—it’s an experiential and emergent space where you'll engage, move, and connect in ways that make dialogue both fun and meaningful. 🎶🗣️💃 Join us for a dynamic 90-minute journey with Sidewalk Talk founder Traci Ruble, where we’ll go beyond politics and propaganda, break down barriers, and learn how to communicate with compassion—even when we disagree. You’ll leave feeling empowered, not just with new skills but with a sense of connection and possibility. 🌟 If justice and peace truly matter to you, learning to dialogue across differences is not just an option—it’s a moral duty. It takes more than calling people out to create real change. It takes heart, listening, and understanding. Let’s rise above division, build bridges, and commit to connecting with those we may not always agree with. ❤️ Sign up now and take a step toward better conversations and stronger relationships. We owe it to ourselves, and to each other. Sign up / learn more here: https://lnkd.in/eNuiwvHe Workshop fee: $99, supporting Sidewalk Talk’s mission of heart-centered listening. Thank you for 10 years of support! 🙏 #WeCanDoBetter #CompassionateConversations #StrongerTogether #EmergentDialogue #SidewalkTalk

Don’t let politics and propaganda make you hate people who are more like you than you think. It’s easy to get caught up in the division, but we have a moral duty to rise above that and connect with the people we care about—even when we disagree. 💬❤️ Having the courage to engage in better dialogue, to listen with heart, and to find common ground isn’t just a skill—it’s a responsibility. When we truly understand one another, we can bridge divides and strengthen our relationships. Join us for the 'We Can Do Better Than This' 90-minute workshop with Sidewalk Talk founder Traci Ruble and learn how to have healthier, more compassionate political conversations. Together, we can change the way we engage with each other for the better. Sign up today and take a step toward meaningful connection. Let’s do better. We owe it to ourselves and the people we love. 🌟 Sign up / learn more here: https://lnkd.in/eNuiwvHe The fee for this workshop is $99, and every penny goes to support Sidewalk Talk's mission of heart-centered listening in public spaces. Thank you for your your generous support of Sidewalk Talk's work. Ten years now so many of you have been supporting this communal effort with listening, dollars, and time. #WeCanDoBetter #CompassionateConversations #HealthyDialogue #StrongerTogether #SidewalkTalk"