The Art of Being Alone
“THE BEST TALK OF THE CONFERENCE. THAT WAS SOME REAL SH*T”
- Cody Slyter, Docebo Inspire 2024
A keynote on loneliness, purpose, and human connection.
Loneliness is one of the most universal human experiences and one of the least talked about. David Filar is an international keynote speaker who shares his personal story to reframe solitude not as something to escape, but as a catalyst for creativity, leadership, and belonging.
In this 45–60 minute keynote on loneliness, purpose, and human connection, David provides core learnings such as:
How to contextualize loneliness and why it's a shared, not shameful, experience
What "The Art of Being Alone" actually looks like through real stories and examples
5 concrete practices that transform alone time into creative output and leadership clarity
How to build more genuine human connections in an ai-flooded world
The Art of Being Alone
Who books David?
Loneliness does not see profession, location, environment, age, or any other defining class. But it can help inform and inspire those within:
Corporate and industry specific events
Mental Health & Wellness conferences
Creative Industries and design think-tanks
Leadership & C-suite experiences
Universities, high schools, or other education systems
Available for in-person and virtual engagements across North America and Europe.
What event organizers say:
“David’s talk, “The Art of Being Alone”, delivered a deeply human and timely message that resonated with our diverse audience of professionals, technologists, and leaders. Through a thoughtful, engaging, and interactive format that inspired attendees to rethink leadership, purpose, and connection in their personal and professional lives”
- Lukasz Bujlo, Founder Coffee&Force Foundation
“The success of his session speaks for itself. His breakout session, “The Art of Being Alone” was not only a fantastic presentation but was also ranked among our top three highest-rated sessions by attendee feedback. His ability to connect with the audience and deliver impactful content resonated deeply with our attendees.”
- Jen Quirk, Senior Manager of Global Events, Docebo
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