Virtual Campfire Social Event: Hope & Cynicism
Thursday, May 29th 2025 | 12–1:30PM EST / 5–6:30PM GMT | Online via Zoom
A Hope and Cynicism Community Discussion
In this hope and cynicism discussion, we’ll explore how these seemingly opposite perspectives coexist within us. Hope can anchor us in uncertainty, while cynicism often feels like the only honest response to a chaotic world.
What does it mean to trust the future?
- Are some more prone to hope, others to skepticism—and why?
- Is cynicism a protective shield or a barrier to connection?
- How do these mindsets shape mental health and community resilience?
Join us for candid conversations about perception, uncertainty, and rebuilding faith in ourselves and each other.
Melanie Taylor (she/her) is a trauma-informed yoga therapist with 30+ years of clinical experience. Through her work, she specializes in nervous system regulation and mental health. Empowering individuals to reclaim safety using neuroscience-backed, accessible yoga practices.
“Hope and cynicism aren’t endpoints—they’re part of an ongoing dialogue about what it means to trust“
This event is shared in partnership with Eat Breathe Thrive. A not-for-profit organization that aims to prevent eating disorders and help individuals overcome them. Eat Breathe Thrive provides skills and resources for healthy eating, emotional resilience, and positive embodiment.
Melanie Taylor actively serves as their Director of Education, training facilitators globally and collaborating with a passionate team to expand their trauma-informed curriculum worldwide.