People
People
These fantastic people contributed a lot as participants in multiple meetings of the Philosophy Meetup group in 2023, Personal Ontology Series meetings in 2024, Meetings with Meanings in 2024 and 2025, Today and Tomorrow project in 2024 and 2025, and other initiatives and events, inspiring us, helping with many things, and being supportive. Great thanks from the Mentality Innovation Center, the whole mentology professional community, and from Andrey Kazantsev personally to all of you and to those many who do not happen to be in the photos!
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Reviews
"Meetings with Meaning" is a place where you can freely reflect, share your views, and listen to people who are sincerely passionate about finding meaning. There is an atmosphere of trust and depth here, and the topics discussed help you go beyond the usual thinking. Each meeting fills you with new ideas, inspiration, and even inner harmony. If you like deep conversations and want to communicate with interesting, thinking people, this is definitely the place for you!
— Olga Bubnova, March 2025
The Meetings with Meaning were a real discovery for me. It was there that I found many kind, deep, and intelligent people with whom I could really talk. The participants had a lot of knowledge, especially in the field of philosophy, and shared their thoughts with sincerity and respect. We discussed a wide range of topics - from philosophical reflections on the meaning of life to everyday, but no less important questions. Each meeting revealed something new, inspired, and gave food for thought. I enjoyed participating in conversations, sharing my thoughts, and learning from others. These conversations became a source of inspiration and inner growth for me.
— Hasan Isgandar, March 2025
I come here regularly :) The meetings make me think about questions that don't arise in everyday life, and overall, the vibe is cool!
— Jacob, March 2025
Have you ever felt tired of the roles you play in life? Children see you as a parent and ask hundreds of childish questions. At work, you are only expected to fulfill your official duties. You meet with friends so rarely and for so short a time that you only have time to share the latest news... But perhaps you are a dreamer and a philosopher. There is depth inside you. And you are interested in thinking about something more than everyday life. Sometimes you make your own discoveries and are eager to share them - with someone who is also interested. With those who, like you, in the hustle and bustle of everyday life, seek to understand the structure of the world and their place in this world. The meetings of the "Meetings with Meaning" project give this opportunity to everyone. It is incredible to spend two hours with thoughtful, interesting interlocutors who are not afraid to ask questions of the universe and, most importantly, are looking for answers.
— Alena Dyakova, March 2025
Of course, I recommend it. Since you read these comments, it's interesting to you. When you come here, you meet everyone, someone just thinks, someone is complex, someone is literal, someone is abstract, someone is a professional in such topics... and from all this comes a delicious salad that contains different but compatible ingredients! Personally, I get a kick out of this, because for me each person is a separate new and very important book! And Andrey unites all this, combines, develops so that whoever came to the meeting for something gets answers or asks himself a question, or starts looking differently... you will leave with something anyway (in a good way). Personally, I've only been a couple of times, but the impressions are very good! If you lack a brainstorm, you will definitely be welcome here!
— Oleh Lutskov, March 2025
"I recently had the opportunity to engage in a one-on-one session utilizing Mentology with Andrey, and I must say, it was an eye-opening and transformative experience. The session provided a structured yet fluid approach to breaking down my challenge, identifying underlying patterns, and creating actionable solutions tailored to my situation.
From the beginning, the process was highly intuitive. Rather than simply addressing surface-level concerns, I was guided toward a deeper understanding of the root cause of my issue. The method encouraged introspection, pattern recognition, and logical deconstruction, all while maintaining a practical, results-oriented focus.
One of the most valuable aspects of the session was the way it shifted my mindset. Instead of feeling stuck or overwhelmed, I gained clarity on my next steps and discovered a renewed sense of confidence in my ability to navigate the problem effectively. Andrey’s guidance was insightful and empowering, making complex ideas feel accessible and actionable.
By the end of the session, I left with a clear framework for resolving my challenge—not just a temporary fix, but a process that will lead to a long-term strategy rooted in understanding and adaptability.
I have found this process to be highly effective, structured, and transformative. A must-try for anyone seeking clarity and problem-solving solutions!"
— Tamara, March 2025
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"Andrey is an excellent organizer and presenter, as well as a very good speaker and coach. I am very pleased with his men's meetings because the topics we discuss are very important for personal growth."
— Denis, December 2024
"The concept of scale is a fundamental analytical tool that doesn't receive enough attention in organizational education systems. I regard it as one of my essential world view lenses that I had to painstakingly develop on my own. The meetings Andrey held that assumed scale as an analytical basis crystalize many fundamental topics such as duty, self or progress; In turn proving to be a great introduction to understanding scale, and the weight anything holds in relation to another. It is an indispensable tool that helps us on a daily basis, but more importantly helps open up existential perspectives that one wouldn't have noticed with a naked eye."
— Sam, November 2024
"The “Today and Tomorrow” series expanded my worldview, helping me see beyond personal and social scales to a more universal perspective. I appreciated the interactive nature of the sessions, which help deepen my understanding and continue to influence me moving forward."
— Romeo C., October 2024
"Very meaningful and deep discussions. It makes you rethink your perception of the world around you. Unique experience. Thank you Andrey Kazantsev!"
— Alex Muntian, October 2024
"I've had the pleasure of participating in this philosophy group and have been introduced to many diverse worldviews and ideas. The discussions are structured, engaging, and have expanded my thinking, allowing me to explore new possibilities in how I approach life. Andrey does a fantastic job of hosting us, fostering an environment that encourages deep, thoughtful conversation. The group is full of great people, making each meeting even more enriching."
— Harmony Sage, October 2024
"Thank you for organizing the meetings, where we always discuss very deep and multifaceted topics that made me think about the world, life and our place in it. And also we reveal the deep aspects of human nature, the ways of our thinking and their influence on building relationships. Participants express different points of view, which enriches the discussion and makes it lively and rich. The format of the meetings promotes open dialogue and exchange of thoughts, creating an atmosphere in which everyone can express their opinion and hear others. These meetings inspire further reflection and self-development."
— Natalia Larioshina, October 2024
"Meetings With Meaning bring people together, help develop communication skills, encourage the acceptance of others' viewpoints without criticism or judgment, and broaden perception. They also provide opportunities for offline interactions with interesting people. I highly recommend incorporating such meetings into your Friday's schedule.."
— Irina, August 2024
"Andrey is a very cool specialist. Helped me a lot to understand what I really needed. I worked at a job I didn’t like, and thanks to Andrey, I realized my opportunities in the USA. We worked through my resume and strategy and they immediately started calling me back for almost all vacancies, now I work where I always wanted!"
— Vadym, July 2024
Team
VLADIMIR POLYAKOV - a mentologist since 2010 and a medical professional.
SERGEY ALBA - a mentologist since 2014 and ex-head of the Moscow region development branch of the Association of Mental Approach.
ANDREY KAZANTSEV - a mentologist since 2022 and a tech industry professional.
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