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Our devices are listening to us better than we are. For the first time ever, humans must battle for authentic connection and we’re losing.


HUMAN CONNECTION

WIN THE FIGHT FOR 

  • 44% of Gen Z reports chronic loneliness.
  • Mental health is at record lows.
  • Less than 30% of people under 35 feel well connected to each other.

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JOIN THE 66-DAY LISTENING CHALLENGE

One lesson a day. 66 days builds a habit. Because connection skills are survival skills

As AI replaces human interaction and mental health services face brutal cuts, we stand at a breaking point for human connection.

This isn't just about feeling good—it's about preserving what makes us human in a world increasingly engineered to keep us apart.

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WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:

Battle-tested connection techniques
Skills to create moments of genuine connection
A mindset to build resilient relationships that withstand crisis

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79%

of Gen Z say they feel lonely always or sometimes.

53%

of adolescents says they do not feel close to their schoolmates.

25%

risk of early death is caused by chronic loneliness.

Face the Facts

Creating A Conversation That Sticks

Orly doesn’t just speak about resilience—he’s lived it, from losing everything in the LA fires to working with people in crisis.

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Lived Experience, Not Just Words

His talks blend humor, deep insight, and real conversations that stay with audiences long after they leave.

Engaging, Real, and Unforgettable

Audiences walk away with real skills to listen better, build stronger communities, and create meaningful connections.

Actionable Change, Not Just Inspiration

Continues to Change Lives

orly's work

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Suicide Hotline and Prison Program Volunteer

  • Witnessed firsthand the staggering number of young men who don’t feel safe talking about their struggles.
  • Teaching people how to create spaces where vulnerability is welcomed.

National Speaker and Community Builder

  • Featured in major news outlets for his work in mental health and community engagement.
  • Speaking at schools, workplaces, and organizations to promote active listening and human connection.

Founder of Warmlines.com

  • Recognized that many people call crisis hotlines just to talk—because they have no one else.
  • Built a platform that gave 600K people support before they reached a crisis point.

Founder of The Listening Table

  • Created a space where strangers could sit, be heard, and find support.
  • Reinforced the idea that strong communities start with real conversations.

Lost Everything in the LA Fires

  • Faced uncertainty, displacement, and loss—but discovered the strength of community.
  • Learned that people heal through connection, not isolation.

Lost Everything in the LA Fires

  • Faced uncertainty, displacement, and loss—but discovered the strength of community.
  • Learned that people heal through connection, not isolation.

Suicide Hotline and Prison Program Volunteer

  • Witnessed firsthand the staggering number of young men who don’t feel safe talking about their struggles.
  • Teaching people how to create spaces where vulnerability is welcomed.

National Speaker and Community Builder

  • Featured in major news outlets for his work in mental health and community engagement.
  • Speaking at schools, workplaces, and organizations to promote active listening and human connection.

Founder of Warmlines.com

  • Recognized that many people call crisis hotlines just to talk—because they have no one else.
  • Built a platform that gave 600K people support before they reached a crisis point.

Founder of The Listening Table

  • Created a space where strangers could sit, be heard, and find support.
  • Reinforced the idea that strong communities start with real conversations.

Founder of The Listening Table

  • Created a space where strangers could sit, be heard, and find support.
  • Reinforced the idea that strong communities start with real conversations.

Lost Everything in the LA Fires

  • Faced uncertainty, displacement, and loss—but discovered the strength of community.
  • Learned that people heal through connection, not isolation.

Suicide Hotline and Prison Program Volunteer

  • Witnessed firsthand the staggering number of young men who don’t feel safe talking about their struggles.
  • Teaching people how to create spaces where vulnerability is welcomed.

National Speaker and Community Builder

  • Featured in major news outlets for his work in mental health and community engagement.
  • Speaking at schools, workplaces, and organizations to promote active listening and human connection.

Vice President of Warmlines.org

  • Recognized that many people call crisis hotlines just to talk—because they have no one else.
  • Helped more than 200K people get support before they reached a crisis point.

Founder of Warmlines.com

  • Recognized that many people call crisis hotlines just to talk—because they have no one else.
  • Built a platform that gave 600K people support before they reached a crisis point.

Founder of The Listening Table

  • Created a space where strangers could sit, be heard, and find support.
  • Reinforced the idea that strong communities start with real conversations.

Lost Everything in the LA Fires

  • Faced uncertainty, displacement, and loss—but discovered the strength of community.
  • Learned that people heal through connection, not isolation.

Suicide Hotline and Prison Program Volunteer

  • Witnessed firsthand the staggering number of young men who don’t feel safe talking about their struggles.
  • Teaching people how to create spaces where vulnerability is welcomed.

National Speaker and Community Builder

  • Featured in major news outlets for his work in mental health and community engagement.
  • Speaking at schools, workplaces, and organizations to promote active listening and human connection.

National Speaker and Community Builder

  • Featured in major news outlets for his work in mental health and community engagement.
  • Speaking at schools, workplaces, and organizations to promote active listening and human connection.

Founder of Warmlines.com

  • Recognized that many people call crisis hotlines just to talk—because they have no one else.
  • Built a platform that gave 600K people support before they reached a crisis point.

Founder of The Listening Table

  • Created a space where strangers could sit, be heard, and find support.
  • Reinforced the idea that strong communities start with real conversations.

Lost Everything in the LA Fires

  • Faced uncertainty, displacement, and loss—but discovered the strength of community.
  • Learned that people heal through connection, not isolation.

Suicide Hotline and Prison Program Volunteer

  • Witnessed firsthand the staggering number of young men who don’t feel safe talking about their struggles.
  • Teaching people how to create spaces where vulnerability is welcomed.

Featured Orlys Story

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Featured Orlys Story

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Jonathan G.

"I am 100% more conscious in my interactions with other people. You taught me how proper listening can make a huge difference in the quality of a conversation and furthermore the quality of your own personality."

Gage N.

"I just wanted to say thank you, thank you for what you do, what you have done and what you will continue to do, people need someone like you."

Milosz O.

"I was shocked when I tried your methods of listening on my best friend and the next day he said how good he felt and how thankful and relieved he was for listening to him."

Colten S.

"Your talk really made me stop and wonder how my current relationships affect me and my happiness. Because of that, I stopped and took a look at the relationships that I had and started focusing on the more meaningful ones and became a little happier!"

Rhiannon B.

"You made me realize that there is so much more I can do to be there for my friends and family."

Casey E.

"I feel like I’ve not only become a better listener, but a better person in general."

What I Learned About Community

when i lost everything.

The night I lost my home in the LA fires, I felt completely alone. But as the days went on, I realized something: we survive because of each other. That moment shaped my entire life’s work—to make sure no one ever feels alone in their struggles.

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Whether you’re looking for a speaker to inspire students, a leader to spark change in your workplace, or someone to remind your community how to truly connect—Orly is ready to bring the message (and a little laughter too).
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