When Three People Go Walking...
… my teacher must be there.
3 Things about 3PW
1. What is it?
3PW (Three People Walking) is an invitation-only sharing event that’s open to everyone and is focused on “every person wisdom.”
You’ll usually find a nice group of curious, interested, and open-minded people who share stories about what they’re learning and thinking based on their experiences.
2. Where does 3PW come from?
3PW is inspired by one of the greatest pieces of Chinese wisdom: 三人行，必有我师焉 (san1 ren2 xing2, bi4 you3 wo3 shi1 yan1) – which roughly translates to:
When three people go walking, my teacher must be there. Or, in other words, when you’re in the presence of others, there’s definitely an opportunity to learn.
3. How does it work?
3PW (Three People Walking) is an invitation-only sharing event that’s open to everyone and is focused on “every person wisdom.”
Each share is 3 mins (or less). Afterwards there’s 3 mins of questions (questions-only, no comments).
If you share less than 3 mins, then there’s more time for questions. The idea is that everyone gets 6 mins to have “the floor.” And while you’ll always be encouraged to share, you’re also welcome to just come to listen and ask questions.
Sometimes there’s a bit of “awkward” silence in between (it’s only awkward if you make it awkward). This is a good time to reflect on what was just shared. Or just to have a quiet moment until you or someone else decides to share next.
The 3 P’s of 3PW guide each share:
(1P) Share something that’s Personal and matters to you – the best shares are usually an experience and/or something you’re thinking about.
(2P) Share something that offers all of us a Perspective into your world. What do you see as “the point” of your experience and/or thoughts? What does it mean to you?
(3P) Ask something that will Provoke thoughts in the sharer (and everyone else in the room) during the Questions time.
There isn’t a weekly theme, but there the regular structure we use to determine what we share is the 3Ps (see above).
Over the last 5 years, we’ve found it’s much more interesting to share and hear stories about what people are learning and thinking based on their experiences… these days.
Depending on the host (and whether it’s in-person or online), 3PW folks typically gather for 1-3 hours.
You’re welcome to come when you can and leave when you need (it’s not necessary to stay the whole time).
Ask the friend who invited you. They’ll know 🙂
Anonymous Bounce Convos
Hear yourself clearly in just 20 minutes.
Hey there! I’m MCK, creator of the Bounce Conversation, a powerful tool that helps you feel lighter, gain clarity, and find your next step – in just 20 minutes.
Inspired by Chris Gethard’s Beautiful Anonymous podcast, I’m trying a new experiment:
What if I have one Anonymous Bounce Conversation (ABC) with someone once a day for a week?
Hey there! I’m MCK, creator of the Bounce Conversation, a powerful tool that helps you feel lighter, gain clarity, and find your next step – in just 20 minutes.
Inspired by Chris Gethard’s Beautiful Anonymous podcast, I’m trying a new experiment:
What if I have one Anonymous Bounce Conversation (ABC) with someone once a day for a week?
FAQ
Simply be the first to click the “Join Me” button on this page between 1-2 PM (US Eastern Time – translate to your timezone here). You will be directed to a Waiting Room for our Zoom call. If you’re the first to arrive, I will immediately admit you to begin our ABC. Otherwise, maybe we’ll get to try again in 24 hours?
YES. Each ABC will be recorded via Zoom (audio only).
What will happen with the recording? Will we do a podcast like BA? Soundbites for something else? We’re not 100% sure. This is part of the experiment. We’re adapting as we go.
If recording isn’t for you, I totally understand. Look here for other ways to try a Bounce Conversation.
Please use a pair of headphones and make sure you’re in a quiet space. Leave your camera OFF at all times (remember, it’s anonymous!).
Download the Zoom app to your phone or computer. If you’re joining from a computer, check your Zoom audio settings in advance.
- Select your headphones as Speaker output.
- If you have an external microphone, select it as your Microphone input. If not, select Built-In Microphone.
- Adjust Input Level to at least 75%.
- Uncheck “Automatically adjust microphone volume.”
Here’s what you might experience in an Anonymous Bounce Conversation…
“You know, I’ve been thinking about this, but I just never said it out loud to anybody before. That made it real.”
“Bounce helps me step back from my assumptions and challenge the narrative I already have, so I can get to a deeper truth.”
“I’ve spent $1,000s of dollars and the last 6 months in therapy, which wasn’t as effective as the last 12 minutes.”
“I often find myself spinning in place… Bounce interrupts that spin and sets me on a straight path forward.”
“The whole Bounce framework works. You open up in ways you don’t expect and learn something new, almost every time.”
“Wow. I guess I didn’t have to share the entire story to get to what matters.“
“Our Bounce conversation last night helped me sleep better than I have in days.”
“Bounce helped me see exactly how fear was preventing me from moving forward.”
So… what’s on your mind?
Bounce was born in 2015...
…when MCK hit rock bottom in a relationship he moved halfway around the world for.
“Why can I talk to pretty much anyone about anything… except the person I’m supposed to be closest with?”
It was this question that motivated MCK to design the Bounce Conversation, a 20-minute framework that creates safe space to express and explore what’s truly on your mind.
Since then, Bounce has helped organizations, couples, and professionals across 25 countries experience the gift of curious listening through over 2000 Bounce Conversations (and counting!).
Launched in 2020, The Bounce Exchange (TBX) is our way of sharing the love in community. Because there’s nothing better than helping each other find our own way, together.
Wonder who you'd have your first Bounce with?
Our team is here to listen and support you.
MCK
The Questions Guy, Mentor-Coach
I drink my own Kool-Aid
Chrislyn
Creative Director, Mentor-Coach
Chrislyn is an Emmy-winning storyteller, curious about cultural narratives that shape who we are. Existential questions like “Who am I? Where is home?” have driven her to interview families of hyphenated heritage around the world. When Bounce came into her life, Chrislyn’s identity crisis gave rise to inner clarity, inviting her to explore her own story with patience and curiosity. Now, when she’s not facilitating Bounces, you can find her documenting her roots, decluttering, and drooling over family recipes.
So… what’s on your mind?
Bounce Conversations will help you feel lighter, gain clarity, and find your next step.
Let’s talk about something that matters to you. It only takes 20 minutes.
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While what’s shared in a Bounce stays in a Bounce, here’s what you might experience in a Bounce Conversation…
“You know, I’ve been thinking about this, but I just never said it out loud to anybody before. That made it real.”
“Bounce helps me step back from my assumptions and challenge the narrative I already have, so I can get to a deeper truth.”
“I’ve spent $1,000s of dollars and the last 6 months in therapy, which wasn’t as effective as the last 12 minutes.”
“I often find myself spinning in place… Bounce interrupts that spin and sets me on a straight path forward.”
“The whole Bounce framework works. You open up in ways you don’t expect and learn something new, almost every time.”
“Wow. I guess I didn’t have to share the entire story to get to what matters.“
“Our Bounce conversation last night helped me sleep better than I have in days.”
“Bounce helped me see exactly how fear was preventing me from moving forward.”
So… what’s on your mind?
Bounce Conversations will help you feel lighter, gain clarity, and find your next step.
Let’s talk about something that matters to you. It only takes 20 minutes.