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Can you remember connecting with people
without a digital device?

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Face-to-face conversations
are the antidote

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to much of what’s wrong in today’s world.

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They allow people to see each other,

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listen to each other,
learn from each other.

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So here at TED we have an idea

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for making face-to-face connections
easy, fun, and powerful.

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We’d like to introduce you to TED Circles.

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They’re designed
to enable anyone, maybe you,

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to get together regularly
with a small group of friends or neighbors

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to discuss some of the world’s
most riveting ideas.

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How do TED Circles work?

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Simple.

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Each TED Circle is based around a TEDTalk,
which people watch and discuss.

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There are monthly themes,

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like "the pursuit of happiness",

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or "invention",

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and a selection of talks
related to that theme.

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Hosts pick a talk,

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find a location -
such as their home or a café -

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and then invite people they know,
and maybe open it up to others too.

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By joining a Circle,
you’ll learn new things

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and strengthen relationships
with people in your local community.

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In turn, you’ll be part 
of a global conversation

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with thousands of Circles
talking about topics that matter most.

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Why are we doing this?

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TED’s a nonprofit,
our mission is to spread ideas.

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And in a world of division,
this is a beautiful way to do just that.

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Anyone can host a TED Circle -

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they’re fun, energizing,
free and open to everyone.

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So sign up today to start your own!