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At Around The Corner, we strive to create a safe and inclusive community for all members to connect and engage with one another.
To ensure a positive and respectful environment, we have established the following Code of Conduct:
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Foster open and constructive communication. Express your opinions and thoughts in a respectful manner, and be open to listening and understanding different viewpoints.
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Adhere to all applicable laws, regulations, and community guidelines. Do not engage in any illegal activities or encourage others to do so.
Treat every member with respect, kindness, and empathy. Our community is not intended for dating purposes. All interactions should remain respectful and appropriate for all members. Be mindful of your words and actions, and avoid any form of harassment, discrimination, or offensive behavior. ATC does not allow the sharing of explicit content. All interactions should remain respectful and appropriate for all members.
Inclusive Community
Embrace diversity and inclusivity. We value different perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. Engage in discussions that foster a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere for all.
Confidentiality and Privacy
Respect the privacy of other members. Do not share personal information or any content shared within the community without explicit permission.
Constructive Communication
Foster open and constructive communication. Express your opinions and thoughts in a respectful manner, and be open to listening and understanding different viewpoints.
Accountability
Take responsibility for your words and actions. If any concerns arise, send a report to report@aroundthecorner.today. ATC will address the issue promptly and appropriately.
No Self-Promotion
While ATC encourages sharing knowledge and experiences, refrain from excessive self-promotion, spamming, or advertising. The focus should be on meaningful connections and conversations.
Compliance with Laws and Guidelines
Adhere to all applicable laws, regulations, and community guidelines. Do not engage in any illegal activities or encourage others to do so.
By participating in the Around The Corner community, you agree to abide by this Code of Conduct. Any violations may result in appropriate actions, including warnings, temporary or permanent removal from the community, depending on the severity of the infraction.
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Sunsetting Around The Corner, Beginning Anew
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Sunsetting Around The Corner, Beginning Anew
From spreadsheet to platform, Around The Corner has grown tremendously. This growth has naturally brought new challenges—Chaehyun and Nicholas agreed that our current website has reached its limits in efficiently serving our community’s evolving needs. To better serve our community, we’re making a bold choice: sunsetting the current platform to build something entirely new.
Around The Corner will continue serving the community until Monday, September 29, 11:59 PM Pacific Time. If you have any unfinished conversations, we encourage you to reach out to your coffee matches today ☕️
As we make this transition, Nicholas will be stepping back to focus on his professional engineering career. Recent life events have shifted his priorities, and while this means dedicating more time to career stability, his passion for fostering connections in Orange County remains strong. You’ll still find him moderating /r/30sinOC on Reddit, organizing neighborhood gatherings, and staying active in the local community scene. We’re incredibly grateful for the foundation Nicholas helped create and excited to see him continue nurturing community in Southern California.
Going back to our roots, the new format will be designed from the ground up to foster the genuine self-expression and authentic connections that we all ultimately want to invite into our lives.
We’d also love to hear about your experiences with Around The Corner. If you share your memory with us, you’ll receive early access to the next platform.
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Ljb7z
She / Her
Encinitas, CA
A Floral Arrangement from Art Alive! at the SD Museum of Art
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Where are you at in your life stage?
I’m a late 30’s professional. I’m helping to care for my mom and, of course, love up the family doggo! I’m not partnered at the moment, and don’t have kids.
How's your life?
It’s going pretty well! There are those “that’s just life” moments that happen to everyone from time to time, but I’m generally pretty happy, and try to be grateful, positive, and fun-loving.
What helps you keep your sanity?
Solo, I love gratitude journaling, walks, and listening to music. In community with others, I really enjoy socializing with friends, drinking tea (and hosting afternoon/high teas!), and I’m currently looking for another great laughter yoga group!
What is most important to you right now?
I’m focusing a lot of energy on my work. I just started a new job at a small nonprofit organization, so I’m trying to hit the ground running, and there’s a lot to do!
Anything you recently found interesting?
I love Elizabeth Smart’s book, “Where There’s Hope.” Elizabeth was abducted from her home and held captive for the better part of a year, I believe, before being rescued. Her first book details that experience, but in “Where There’a Hope,” she interviews other inspiring people, primarily women, who have found resilience in the face of extreme adversity.
Where are you at in your life stage?
I’m a late 30’s professional. I’m helping to care for my mom and, of course, love up the family doggo! I’m not partnered at the moment, and don’t have kids.
How's your life?
It’s going pretty well! There are those “that’s just life” moments that happen to everyone from time to time, but I’m generally pretty happy, and try to be grateful, positive, and fun-loving.
What helps you keep your sanity?
Solo, I love gratitude journaling, walks, and listening to music. In community with others, I really enjoy socializing with friends, drinking tea (and hosting afternoon/high teas!), and I’m currently looking for another great laughter yoga group!
What is most important to you right now?
I’m focusing a lot of energy on my work. I just started a new job at a small nonprofit organization, so I’m trying to hit the ground running, and there’s a lot to do!
Anything you recently found interesting?
I love Elizabeth Smart’s book, “Where There’s Hope.” Elizabeth was abducted from her home and held captive for the better part of a year, I believe, before being rescued. Her first book details that experience, but in “Where There’a Hope,” she interviews other inspiring people, primarily women, who have found resilience in the face of extreme adversity.
Pottery Night in Old Town Irvine
Thu, Sep 25
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Olomana Studios
Join us for Pottery Night at Olomana Studios, a newly opened community pottery studio located in a historic building in Old Town Irvine. No experience is necessary, this class is perfect for beginners looking for a fun and creative night out!
Seats are limited, RSVP required 🎫
Seats are limited, RSVP required 🎫
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What would you tell your younger self?
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put on sunscreen & stretch before/after working out even if you think it’s annoying!
StreetUtopia
She / Her
San Diego, CA
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Where are you at in your life stage?
Happily married, currently childless but perpetual dog mother. Trying to make self-employment work as I pursue a writing career.
How's your life?
I can’t complain. I do have a disability that affects me cyclically and can really put me down some days, but as a whole I am incredibly grateful for my life.
What helps you keep your sanity?
Ha! That ship has sailed.
What is most important to you right now?
My family and chasing my dreams
Anything you recently found interesting?
Octavia Butler’s books and hag stones in OB
Where are you at in your life stage?
Happily married, currently childless but perpetual dog mother. Trying to make self-employment work as I pursue a writing career.
How's your life?
I can’t complain. I do have a disability that affects me cyclically and can really put me down some days, but as a whole I am incredibly grateful for my life.
What helps you keep your sanity?
Ha! That ship has sailed.
What is most important to you right now?
My family and chasing my dreams
Anything you recently found interesting?
Octavia Butler’s books and hag stones in OB
GreenEquinox1
He / Him
San Diego, CA
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Where are you at in your life stage?
I'm nearing retirement but I don't feel old. I'm still interested in learning new things and am perpetually curious. It's easy to sit around and do nothing and I do that sometimes...but I'm trying to break out of being too complacent.
How's your life?
I am a very lucky man. Good career, good relationships, living in a great home near the beach. What's to complain about?
What helps you keep your sanity?
Physical exercise. It used to be creative pursuits, but hiking, kayaking, pickleball, etc., etc., seem to be what really interests me.
What is most important to you right now?
Continuing to grow.
Anything you recently found interesting?
We went to see the whales in Guerrero Negro, Baja California, Mexico. The whales come right up to the small boats to interact with humans. It's pretty mind blowing
I'm checking yes on group matches below though I tend to prefer one on one interactions.
Where are you at in your life stage?
I'm nearing retirement but I don't feel old. I'm still interested in learning new things and am perpetually curious. It's easy to sit around and do nothing and I do that sometimes...but I'm trying to break out of being too complacent.
How's your life?
I am a very lucky man. Good career, good relationships, living in a great home near the beach. What's to complain about?
What helps you keep your sanity?
Physical exercise. It used to be creative pursuits, but hiking, kayaking, pickleball, etc., etc., seem to be what really interests me.
What is most important to you right now?
Continuing to grow.
Anything you recently found interesting?
We went to see the whales in Guerrero Negro, Baja California, Mexico. The whales come right up to the small boats to interact with humans. It's pretty mind blowing
I'm checking yes on group matches below though I tend to prefer one on one interactions.
Wild_Butter
She / Her
San Diego, CA
A reminder to find wonder in every day things.
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Where are you at in your life stage?
I am enjoying my late forties and am finally comfortable in my skin. Most of my adult life was invested in my career, but I want to shift my focus to meaningful connections and community.
How's your life?
Great! I was part of the tech layoffs you've probably read about, and honestly, it was a blessing. I hated that job. I'm using this year to upskill and shift into something new.
What helps you keep your sanity?
I like taking my doggo for walks and working out. I also love to cook and meal prep, so I spend time researching recipes and tinkering.
What is most important to you right now?
Finding community. I'm an introvert, so making friends is doubly hard. I feel energized to put myself out there and to see what I'm missing.
Anything you recently found interesting?
Dogs aren't den animals, as it turns out, which raises questions about the validity of crate training. If your dog likes his crate, awesome! But if he doesn't, it's not because he lacks an instinct.
Where are you at in your life stage?
I am enjoying my late forties and am finally comfortable in my skin. Most of my adult life was invested in my career, but I want to shift my focus to meaningful connections and community.
How's your life?
Great! I was part of the tech layoffs you've probably read about, and honestly, it was a blessing. I hated that job. I'm using this year to upskill and shift into something new.
What helps you keep your sanity?
I like taking my doggo for walks and working out. I also love to cook and meal prep, so I spend time researching recipes and tinkering.
What is most important to you right now?
Finding community. I'm an introvert, so making friends is doubly hard. I feel energized to put myself out there and to see what I'm missing.
Anything you recently found interesting?
Dogs aren't den animals, as it turns out, which raises questions about the validity of crate training. If your dog likes his crate, awesome! But if he doesn't, it's not because he lacks an instinct.
JustDandy
I’m excited for you and the year ahead! There’s such beauty in leaving something you hated and transforming life into something you love.
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Alphabet_Soup
She / Her
Oceanside, CA
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Where are you at in your life stage?
I'm 24 and navigating through the difficulties of my early 20's. I sort of feel like I'm going through a process of rediscovery of how I fit into this world as a young working person. Truthfully, I think I'm right where I'm supposed to be. But that doesn't make this period of my life any easier or less uncertain. I find myself craving more connection and authenticity with others during a time that can feel very isolating.
How's your life?
I would say in a lot of ways my life has turned out really lovely. On paper, I got everything I wanted. I got my dream job as a labor and delivery nurse right out of college, I'm celebrating my 8 year anniversary with my boyfriend this May, I live close to a loving family, and I'm living on my own and learning how to be an adult. But beneath all that, I am struggling in many ways. My job is stressful on many levels and I struggle with work-life balance. My partner and I are dealing with serious doubts and uncertainties about out future together. I feel isolated and want more friendships. I'm scared I'm wasting my 20s because I'm such a homebody. In so many ways, I am incredibly grateful and privileged with how my life turned out and I am happy. But life is hard and I think I need to be better at creating more meaningful connections with others so it feels less like I'm going through it alone.
What helps you keep your sanity?
I'm a hobbies girl! I strongly believe that everyone should have at least one hobby. For me, crafting and art are my bread and butter. I love fiber arts: crocheting and knitting. Something about keeping my hands busy really numbs my brain in all the right ways. Creativity is a huge outlet for me. Drawing, painting, collages, you name it. I also love reading. Fantasy romance is my favorite genre.
What is most important to you right now?
I think what's most important to me right now is security. I just feel like there's a lot of uncertainties about my future which I think is normal and good in some ways. But I do find myself deeply craving a sense of security in myself, my work, and my relationship(s). I think I am the most content when I feel secure and I don't have a lot of question marks about my near future. I'm a big planner and I like it when it feels like those plans are going to pan out without worrying about the rug being pulled out from underneath me.
Anything you recently found interesting?
Something interesting I've been thinking about lately is the ability to learn empathy through reading and works of fiction. I recently read a fantasy series about a young black girl who loses her mom and subsequently gains magical powers (lol). But the books explores complex topics related to grief and racism. I found it so amazing how I was essentially able to put myself in her shoes and experience these things with her. I was able to feel her complex emotions about losing her mom, feeling out of place in a predominantly white school, and a sense of grief about not having access to her family tree/linage due to slavery. These are things I can never fully understand since I have not experienced it myself but after reading this book I have a much deeper sense of empathy and understanding on these topics. I find it really profound how one can learn empathy through art and fiction and I think it's an underrated way to incorporate activism in everyday life.
Where are you at in your life stage?
I'm 24 and navigating through the difficulties of my early 20's. I sort of feel like I'm going through a process of rediscovery of how I fit into this world as a young working person. Truthfully, I think I'm right where I'm supposed to be. But that doesn't make this period of my life any easier or less uncertain. I find myself craving more connection and authenticity with others during a time that can feel very isolating.
How's your life?
I would say in a lot of ways my life has turned out really lovely. On paper, I got everything I wanted. I got my dream job as a labor and delivery nurse right out of college, I'm celebrating my 8 year anniversary with my boyfriend this May, I live close to a loving family, and I'm living on my own and learning how to be an adult. But beneath all that, I am struggling in many ways. My job is stressful on many levels and I struggle with work-life balance. My partner and I are dealing with serious doubts and uncertainties about out future together. I feel isolated and want more friendships. I'm scared I'm wasting my 20s because I'm such a homebody. In so many ways, I am incredibly grateful and privileged with how my life turned out and I am happy. But life is hard and I think I need to be better at creating more meaningful connections with others so it feels less like I'm going through it alone.
What helps you keep your sanity?
I'm a hobbies girl! I strongly believe that everyone should have at least one hobby. For me, crafting and art are my bread and butter. I love fiber arts: crocheting and knitting. Something about keeping my hands busy really numbs my brain in all the right ways. Creativity is a huge outlet for me. Drawing, painting, collages, you name it. I also love reading. Fantasy romance is my favorite genre.
What is most important to you right now?
I think what's most important to me right now is security. I just feel like there's a lot of uncertainties about my future which I think is normal and good in some ways. But I do find myself deeply craving a sense of security in myself, my work, and my relationship(s). I think I am the most content when I feel secure and I don't have a lot of question marks about my near future. I'm a big planner and I like it when it feels like those plans are going to pan out without worrying about the rug being pulled out from underneath me.
Anything you recently found interesting?
Something interesting I've been thinking about lately is the ability to learn empathy through reading and works of fiction. I recently read a fantasy series about a young black girl who loses her mom and subsequently gains magical powers (lol). But the books explores complex topics related to grief and racism. I found it so amazing how I was essentially able to put myself in her shoes and experience these things with her. I was able to feel her complex emotions about losing her mom, feeling out of place in a predominantly white school, and a sense of grief about not having access to her family tree/linage due to slavery. These are things I can never fully understand since I have not experienced it myself but after reading this book I have a much deeper sense of empathy and understanding on these topics. I find it really profound how one can learn empathy through art and fiction and I think it's an underrated way to incorporate activism in everyday life.
Cici
She / Her
San Diego, CA
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Where are you at in your life stage?
I’m somewhere between quarter life crisis and on top of the world. My 30th birthday is next week & life keeps getting more interesting. I relocated to San Diego almost 6 years ago, the biggest challenge has been making genuine connections since leaving home.
How's your life?
I’ve got some good things going for me. I have a supportive and loving husband, the means to experience things that bring me joy (traveling, eating, sitting on patios drinking wine), my job is mostly good. The thing that keeps nagging at me is my lack of connection here in Southern California, and generally, actually. I don’t really have a family. I miss having close friends near by.
What helps you keep your sanity?
Good food, reality TV & getting outside.
What is most important to you right now?
Health & happiness. My marriage. Growth. Meaningful connections.
Anything you recently found interesting?
I recently listened Trejo, by Danny Trejo, on audible. I didn’t know what I expected when I bought the book, but wow, I was immediately hooked. Highly recommend to anyone who wants a good laugh but also a compelling story.
Where are you at in your life stage?
I’m somewhere between quarter life crisis and on top of the world. My 30th birthday is next week & life keeps getting more interesting. I relocated to San Diego almost 6 years ago, the biggest challenge has been making genuine connections since leaving home.
How's your life?
I’ve got some good things going for me. I have a supportive and loving husband, the means to experience things that bring me joy (traveling, eating, sitting on patios drinking wine), my job is mostly good. The thing that keeps nagging at me is my lack of connection here in Southern California, and generally, actually. I don’t really have a family. I miss having close friends near by.
What helps you keep your sanity?
Good food, reality TV & getting outside.
What is most important to you right now?
Health & happiness. My marriage. Growth. Meaningful connections.
Anything you recently found interesting?
I recently listened Trejo, by Danny Trejo, on audible. I didn’t know what I expected when I bought the book, but wow, I was immediately hooked. Highly recommend to anyone who wants a good laugh but also a compelling story.
What's your favorite food and why is it Hawaiian pizza? :D
Asked by
MajorCowboyCat
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Hawaiian pizza, because it's delicious and helps me find joyful open-minded people :))
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CaptainsLevel1
He / Him
San Diego, CA
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Where are you at in your life stage?
I am enjoying life, doing my sports, staying healthy and looking to flow from full time Electrical Engineering work to consulting and get back on the adventure/travel bandwagon
How's your life?
My life is interesting, I am working on staying healthy and happy. Looking to meet some new friends as I like to cook and pair it with thoughtful wine.
What helps you keep your sanity?
Good Family, my active lifestyle and looking forward to the next phase
What is most important to you right now?
As I look to transition from full time work to consulting, create a life with good friends and family and looking to make some new social contacts.
Anything you recently found interesting?
Good question. I live very close to Balboa Park so really enjoying the museums (I became a member of 2) and all the little parks within the big parks.
Where are you at in your life stage?
I am enjoying life, doing my sports, staying healthy and looking to flow from full time Electrical Engineering work to consulting and get back on the adventure/travel bandwagon
How's your life?
My life is interesting, I am working on staying healthy and happy. Looking to meet some new friends as I like to cook and pair it with thoughtful wine.
What helps you keep your sanity?
Good Family, my active lifestyle and looking forward to the next phase
What is most important to you right now?
As I look to transition from full time work to consulting, create a life with good friends and family and looking to make some new social contacts.
Anything you recently found interesting?
Good question. I live very close to Balboa Park so really enjoying the museums (I became a member of 2) and all the little parks within the big parks.
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