a global experiment in human connection 🌀

The Thread Between Us

Intentional 1-to-1 matches with kindred souls worldwide.

What happens when you put two curious souls into a shared space with nothing but a few good questions and an open heart?

This is your invitation to find out. 💌

  • 1 intentional match every month
  • monthly community call
  • 45–60 minute conversations

an old legend says an invisible red thread connects people who are meant to meet. we're just making it a little more visible :)

🪡 The idea

What is it, exactly?

Every month, you'll be matched with a like-hearted human from our community of over 200 people from 30 countries. Someone who's walking their path, asking big questions, and is open to seeing life through a new lens.

You'll meet for a self-guided, intentional 60-minute conversation, sparked by monthly themes and curated prompts written by me.

This is an experiment in what it means to be human with a little more depth, wonder, and magic!

yousomeone in riyadh

🧭 Step by step

How it works

  1. 1

    Sign up and pay below (quarterly membership)

  2. 2

    Fill out a short form with some personal details (via email upon confirmation!)

  3. 3

    Get matched once a month. (last week of every month)

  4. 4

    Show up for a 45–60 minute call, guided by a theme + question menu

  5. 5

    Repeat and feel the thread grow! ↻

  6. 6

    Join the virtual living room community call each month 🛋️

🌀 The conversation menu

Themes rotate every month.

love
aliveness
expression
desire
awe
generosity
play

Each month, you and your match get a self-guided toolkit: short, theme-based prompts plus a few playful micro-games. It's designed to melt the ice, spark depth, and keep the hour flowing naturally (no awkward small talk, promise).

Pick a prompt, try the activity, or wander wherever the dialogue takes you. The menu opens the door; you decide where to walk. 🚶

try one right now →

What's the story behind your name?

🌿 The person with the most plants nearby starts.

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🛋️ The virtual living room

This is where the wider Thread comes alive.

Alongside the 1-to-1s, you're also invited to our monthly group calls. We gather, reflect, share, and connect as a group. I'll be there too :)

A grid of Thread members on a video call, each holding up a quick hand drawing to the camera
show and tell, living room style
Chatto Everyone

every living room starts the same way: name, city, energy from 1 to 10

🗣️ Kind words

From the other side of the screen.

“Meeting Soumya felt like magic. After talking for 2h we had the feeling that we weren't ready to leave. It is so sad that you can't just climb through the screen to the other side to hug each other ✨️ I'm so grateful to have made a new friend 🥰”
Julia
“I left with some helpful reflections and perspectives, and I think we both felt seen and heard. We plan to keep in touch through email and maybe meet up over Zoom again on our own!”
Rebecca
“I usually don't consider myself a great listener, but for the first time in a long time, I genuinely wanted to stop talking and just listen. … I found myself turning off my notifications, putting my phone away, and giving someone my full attention. That felt surprisingly rare, and incredibly refreshing.”
Rahma

“this thread is very precious to me. Thank you!!”Gianna

“we met and continue to meet :)”Kathy, on her match

“It reignited my faith in humanity. Love is the answer, truly <3”Keshen, after a living room

💙 The good stuff

What you'll get

  • 🧵

    1 intentional 1-to-1 match every month

  • 👋

    Monthly community call with members of the Thread (i'll be there too)

  • ✨

    Curated conversation prompts and themes

  • 🗺️

    Thoughtful matching based on life stage, vibe, and sometimes region

  • ⏰

    45–60 minute guided video conversations

  • 🎨

    Member-led creative sessions (journaling, breathwork, poetry, and more)

  • 🏕️

    Early access to IRL experiences and future offerings

A rooftop gathering in Berlin with the words be present, be bold, be kind, be curious written over it
and sometimes the thread pulls us into the same room

📝 A note from Karam

Karam in his blue jacket, camera in hand, smiling
hi, it's me

hey friends,

i've always been fascinated by what happens when people really connect. not just through a screen, but face to face... even if that face is beaming in from across the world.

ever since the storytelling events, then document your life, and the sailing trip… i've seen how powerful it can be when strangers come together with openness and intention.

this project is a way to keep that energy going, to help more of you meet each other in a way that feels honest and real. in a world that nudges us toward endless scrolling, carving out time for a single focused conversation feels almost radical. the spark that happens when two curious humans share stories can shift perspectives, soothe loneliness, and remind us we're not alone in our questions. 💛

it's still an experiment, and i'm not sure exactly how it'll all shape up but i do know that a single conversation can change everything.

thanks so much for being here. i really appreciate the support.

let's see where this thread leads us.

with love :)
karam

🧪 Founding members

This is the beginning.

Early members are helping shape what this becomes. We'll treat you well and loop you in as we grow, experiment, and evolve together.

month 11 match + living room
a new thread each monthmonth 21 match + living room
month 31 match + living room
pull me

$35 / quarter

billed every 3 months, so under $12 a month

  • 1 intentional 1-to-1 match every month
  • monthly community call (i'll be there too)
  • curated conversation prompts and themes
  • cancel anytime
🧵 join the thread 🧵

Please check your email (promotions or spam folder) for further instructions after confirming. 📧 (this is really important)

👀 future updates

group calls • city-based matches • group circles • IRL pop-ups + camps • creative challenges • and plenty more surprises. You'll be able to help shape every upgrade we build.

❓ FAQ

Loose ends.

How does the matching work?

Once you sign up, you'll fill out a short form about where you are in life, what you're craving, and how you like to connect. Once a month (for now), you'll get a match via email with a new experience to follow with a new human :)

What language are the conversations in? 🗣️

All conversations happen in English. You must be able to comfortably speak and understand English to participate :)

How do we choose a date and time? 🗓️

When you fill out your profile, you can add a personal Calendly or Google Calendar link so your match can easily book a time with you. If you don't have a calendar link, no worries. You'll both get an email introducing each other, and it's up to you to schedule your call.

Is this a dating platform?

Not at all. This is for a meaningful, non-romantic connection. If something sparks, cool, but that's not the goal. This is about deep, human conversations, not romantic matchmaking.

Can I choose who I'm matched with?

We'll do our best to match you with someone aligned, but we can't guarantee specific requests every time.

What if I keep missing calls or ghosting?

We want to keep this space warm and respectful. If you're matched 2 times and don't show up for your calls, we'll kindly remove you from the system to make space for others.

How long is each call? ⏰

Each call is designed to last about 45–60 minutes, with guided prompts to ease you in. It can be longer if you're both feeling it.

When do the community gatherings happen? 🛋️

Once a month in our virtual living room! We'll send you an email invite 1 week before our call :)

Can I cancel my subscription?

Absolutely, you can cancel anytime. Just send us a quick message at karam@karamintheworld.com and we'll take care of it :)

Can I get a refund if I change my mind or can't make the call?

We know life happens, and we always want this to feel good. While we don't offer refunds, we're more than happy to extend your subscription by a month if your partner doesn't show up or if something unexpected comes up. Just send us a quick message at karam@karamintheworld.com, and we'll take care of you :)

When can I join?

You can join anytime! Pairings go out during the last week of every month :) Our monthly calls also happen around this time.

Who's behind this?

This project is brought to you by @karamintheworld, with experience design support from @epicllama. We're both obsessed with helping people connect more deeply with themselves and with others. 💙

If you've been craving depth, curiosity, and real connection, this is your invitation. 💌

let's see where this thread leads us

🧵 join the thread 🧵
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