The Full Moon in Cancer is arriving at 00:26 precisely, stirring up all the feels! 🌕🦀 It’s the perfect time to lean into nurturing energy, reconnect with your emotions, and, of course, catch up with your Secret Club crew. Cancer’s magic is all about creating bonds and finding a sense of home—so let’s dive into the conversations and connections waiting for you!

Speaking of connections, while chatting with some of you, I noticed that a few members missed joining the WhatsApp group chat because the button in our welcome email was easy to overlook. Starting with the Secret Club can feel like an exciting whirlwind, and we totally get it! We’re already working on improving the onboarding experience for future members to make it as seamless as possible.

In the meantime, here’s your handy guide to everything you don’t want to miss!

Highlights for You

🛋️ Introduction lounge — Want to meet new people? Browse our lounge and comment on others’ intros to spark connections. Haven’t introduced yourself yet? It’s never too late! The lounge is a permanent space (unlike WhatsApp, where messages vanish) and perfect for building lasting connections.

🗞 Secret Club Monthly Events — Stay in the know! Click here to access all “Secret Club Insider” posts—a monthly roundup of events, news, and what’s ahead in our community.

🛼 Joy in Helsinki — Our curated guide to what’s hot in the city has its own dedicated space now! You can use the post comment section or our WhatsApp Chat to connect and plan meetups at these exciting happenings.

🗝 Dear Diary — My personal favorite: a heartfelt corner of the newsletter for community stories, personal reflections, and all things inspiring.

💬 WhatsApp Secret Chat — Where Connections Happen!
Join our main chat with nearly 200 incredible women, plus 15 sub-chats tailored to your interests: creatives, movies, moms, witchy things, exercising, parties, networking, and more!

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Hi Pearls 🐚 I’m excited to kick off virtual experiences in 2025 🍐🎀 Here are some exciting ideas for you to vote on—plus, I’d love to hear your suggestions in the comments.

• • Cultural Exchange Circles: Bring a 10-minute presentation to share something about your culture—art, literature, food, movies, lifestyle, whatever inspires you. It’s all about celebrating what makes us unique! 🛵

  • Creative Writing Circles (with prompts): This is my absolute favorite as a writer! I’d love to guide you through journaling and free writing—it’s such a fun and freeing way to spark creativity. 🪟

  • Virtual Creative Jam Sessions: Let’s get things done together! Think of it as a chill coworking session where we turn on our cameras and focus—whether it’s working, writing, or crafting. Bonus: we’ll pause for fun conversations along the way. 🫖

  • “Dear Diary” Sharing Hour: A safe space to open up about life’s challenges or struggles without judgment. We can even pick a theme to guide the conversation. 🫀

  • Skill-Sharing Circles: Got a cool skill or hack to share? Let’s exchange tips on language, crafts, photography, or even quirky curiosities. You’ll always leave with something new to try! 🪴

  What do you think? Any of these spark your interest—or do you have a fresh idea to add? Use the comment section below.

Cheers,
Tássia

I'm Tássia, a 36-year-old Brazilian living in Helsinki. Since I moved here, I have quickly fallen in love with Finnish nature and lifestyle. Two years ago, I created the Secret Club because I had no idea how to make friends as an adult in a new country. I can’t stand not having female friends.

I’m a newsletter junkie—my inbox is my happy place. It’s my little corner away from the noise, with no FOMO or endless scrolling. That’s why all you need is an email to keep up and join in on our fun gatherings of the Club.

I love writing, brunches (!), hunting for hidden gems around the city, shopping second-hand, colorful clothes, and tarot cards for inspiration. I love reading too, but I’m a bit of a messy reader, so I'm not the most reliable participant in Book Club Discussions.

Now it’s your turn—I’d LOVE to get to know you! What brings you here? What are your favorite things? What’s your vibe these days? And what are you hoping to find? Tell us everything!

Tássia xo