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Connection Games - thematic edition : The prisons we build for ourselves

Connection Games - thematic edition : The prisons we build for ourselves

Cotton Club, Bulevardul 1 Decembrie 1918, 35-37, Cluj-Napoca

Most of us carry a quiet list of things we have decided we cannot do. Not because we tried and failed, but because we imagined others’ reactions and flinched.

We all carry invisible rules about how we are supposed to relate, what we are allowed to want, and who we are permitted to be. Most of them were never written down. Most of them were never even spoken.

Expect unfiltered conversations on:

  • the invisible rules you follow without questioning, and what happens when you say them out loud.

  • the dreams you buried before you gave them a fair chance

  • the times you courageously broke through the invisible barrier that was holding you back.

  • what it would take to feel a little more free tomorrow, in yourself and with others.

 

In this edition of the Connection Games, you will have guided one-on-one conversations about what true freedom means to you. 

The moments you found it, the places you are still looking for it and everything in between.

An evening of guided conversations and real connections.

You know that feeling of leaving a social space having actually connected with someone? We built an entire experience around that.

Relaxed vibe. Structured format. Conversations in pairs. Questions that will guide you and conversations that you will surely remember.

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The Makuma principles
Treat each conversation as a chance to discover something new. Don't hurry to ask or answer — listen not to fix, but to understand. The world expands when we do.
You don't know the full story in front of you. Offer care without trying to solve or save the other. You're welcome as you are — and so is the person across from you.
Ask before giving advice or asking personal questions. Know you can say "no" or "pass" anytime — and trust others to do the same. That's what makes space for a real "yes".
Check in with how you feel. Breathe. If you feel over- or understimulated, take a break and ask "what is going on now?" — it's normal not to be present at all times.
Courage isn't about being fearless — it's about leaning in, gently, even when you feel nervous. Every brave step counts, big or small.
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“Tucked beneath leafy trees along the Someș, Cotton Club trades polish for warmth — a garden terrace where Cluj's easygoing, open-minded crowd gathers over cocktails and good music.…”

“Tucked beneath leafy trees along the Someș, Cotton Club trades polish for warmth — a garden terrace where Cluj's easygoing, open-minded crowd gathers over cocktails and good music. By day it's unhurried and welcoming; by evening the mood softens, DJs humming low enough that conversation, not volume, stays the real draw.”

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Is this for me?

You'll feel at home if…

·You want to meet new people — whether you just moved here or you've lived here forever.
·You like having a clear structure, but you want the freedom to shape your own experience inside it.
·You're a bit shy, or proudly introverted.
·You're a social butterfly who craves something with a bit more depth.

Probably not your thing if…

·You're only here to find a date or hook up. Romantic connection can absolutely spark here — it just isn't the main focus.
·You're not comfortable or willing to share a compassionate conversation with people who think, love or live differently.
We welcome any:
🏳️‍🌈 Sexuality 🌍 Nationality ✎ Shyness level
🔞 Adults only — contains mature themes
All your questions answered
Join us at Cotton Club on Thursday, 17th September 2026 from 18:00
It's okay to arrive late. You can come and go as you feel.
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