Created Organically - With a Solid Scientific Foundation

We did not set out to create a company — Connection Labs grew organically. Media headlines, research and books were addressing topics like anxiety, depression, suicide, addiction, and loneliness— and these were the subjects of many conversations among parents in the school communities where we were members. 

We found ourselves asking what was going on not only in adolescent populations but also in adult populations. Why were so many people feeling disconnected? We found ourselves grappling with the question, “What are the forces that lead to disconnection?” 

Answering the Disconnection Question

As we explored the answer to that question, we reversed the inquiry. Rather than focusing on the forces that lead to disconnection, we asked ourselves, “What are the forces that lead to connection?” 

Soon, we were swimming in a world of incredible, inspiring information, including: 

• The Study of Adult Development at Harvard

• Martin Seligman’s work in positive psychology

• VIA’s character strengths

• Google’s “Project Aristotle”

• Amy Edmondson’s research on psychological safety

• Brené Brown’s research on trust

Once we started examining this research through the lens of the forces that lead to human connection, the seeds of Connection Labs began to take root.

These concepts made even more sense when considered in the context of our own experiences. We intuitively knew that the quality of our relationships was essential to how we were experiencing our lives. Now we had evidence to understand why that was true.

Cultivating Connection

We developed our first workshop experience with the goal of enabling individuals to create lasting connections. From there, our work evolved to include experiences that strengthen relationships in teams, in groups, and within organizations more broadly. We share ideas that have universal application, and are relevant in any context. Backed by science and driven by passion, our company unlocks the full potential of those who invest in the Connection Labs process. The results speak for themselves - participants tell us that our workshops have created lasting change at both the professional and personal level.