About this Event
Some days, life feels heavy and nobody notices. You wake up, answer messages, go to work, smile at people, and still carry things you never talk about. That is the thing about pressure. It hides well. I learned that the hard way after sitting in traffic one evening and realizing I had not taken a deep breath all day. No drama. No breakdown. Just exhaustion sitting quietly in my chest.
LIO26 came from conversations like that. Not polished conversations. Real ones. The kind that happen after a long day. The kind where somebody finally says, “I am tired,” and everybody in the room suddenly understands. That feeling sits at the center of this event.
On October 10, 2026, people from different communities, backgrounds, and experiences will come together for one reason. To let things out without shame. Some people will come to listen.
Some will come because they have carried too much for too long. And some will come because they want to help someone else feel less alone. Yeah, no fake motivational energy here.
LIO26 creates room for honest conversations about mental health, emotional wellness, burnout, healing, relationships, identity, purpose, and the pressure many people quietly face every day. Expect open discussions, personal stories, reflective moments, meaningful connections, and practical conversations that feel human instead of scripted.
You will hear people speak from experience, not from a perfect script. You will meet people who understand what anxiety feels like at 2am. People rebuilding after loss. People trying again after burnout. People learning how to rest without guilt. Honestly, those conversations matter more than another polished speech.
The atmosphere will feel calm, welcoming, and intentional. No pressure to perform. No pressure to pretend everything feels okay. Just people. Honest moments. Good conversations. And food too. Because deep conversations on an empty stomach never end well. The theme for this year says it clearly: Release. Relieve. Renew. Connect with empathy. Speak with purpose. Unite for mental health. Empower communities to create a better tomorrow. If you have ever needed space to breathe, think, talk, or simply sit around people who get it, this event will probably feel familiar.
Come as you are. That part matters.
Event venue & nearby stays
Stella Hall, A3C Ikosi Road, Lagos, Nigeria
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