Join us in an Inquiry Circle to do The Work of Byron Katie in a small, supportive setting. When: 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month from 7:30 pm to 8:45 Where: 1300 Grand Street, Alameda 94501 Gently and lovingly inquire into troubling thoughts -- thoughts like "I made a mistake" -- "I need him to love me" -- "She should respect me more" -- "I need to figure out what to do." Leave feeling lighter and freer and more in touch with your compassion for yourself and others. Simple yet prof …

… Class Structure 5 min intro 10 minute meditation 15 minute emotional release work 15 minute meditation 10 minute visualization 5 minute closing thoughts Intro In the beginning of class there may be a brief discussion and direction on technique as well as current events as they relate to spirituality. Meditation We will use the “so-hum” mantra meditation. As you breathe in, you will whisper the word “so” and as you exhale you will whisper the word “hum” mentally in your mind. The idea is to …

  Do you want to live in the magic of life? Do you want to learn how to make your dreams and desires real? Did you see The Secret and/or What The Bleep Do We Know and it really resonated with you? Then this may be the group for you. This is a discussion group where we explore the meaning and practical application of the Law of Attraction. What is the Law of Attraction? Simply put, it is: Thoughts Are Things. You create your life with your thoughts. Share in stimulating conversation about how we …

… e/sensitive/psychic or have had metaphysical experiences, but haven't known how to organize your perceptions and use them in ways that serve both yourself and others... or, if you feel "energetically sensitive" or too easily intruded-upon by others' thoughts or feelings... or, if you want to feel more whole, more powerful, more connected to the Divine, however you understand that... ... then I highly recommend that you check out journeying! The basic technique of shamanic journeying has been use …

We hike in Marin, an outdoor paradise; where every hike may become your new favorite hike. With over 600 miles of trails, it's a hikers dream and local to the San Francisco Bay Area. An informative description of hikes will be posted when scheduled. Many hikes are chosen from "Hiking Marin" by Don and Kathy Martin. "Marin Hiking Meditation" is a hiking group in Marin California that combines hiking with meditation. Some of us have meditated for years, but most of us have little or no experience …

Having recently studied Turkish in Istanbul, I would like to continue my studies. Turkish members wishing to learn a bit of english are welcome to attend to help us learn a bit of Turkish. My thoughts are to keep this group under 10-12 people. Members should expect to meet at least once a week, develop and lead a lesson once every two months, do the homework, grade other members' homework, drink chai, etc. I'm hoping to meet at a turkish restaurant at 6th ave and clement in SF once or twice a we …

… Inhibitive thought patterns which extinguish such blissful community will fade away and you will experience a way of existing you never thought possible. Imagine time spent in nature together…our naked bodies basking in the sun together…swimming together…sleeping under the stars together…dancing around the glow of a fire together…meditating amongst the trees…together. Are you desiring a new way of life? With the power of intention comes tremendous intimacy. I feel that many amazing life experien …

… Through Mindfulness Exercises we empower you to discover for yourself how your thoughts and feelings are connected to your body’s biochemical and brainwave states through simple, yet powerful 20 minute daily exercises to foster Alpha Intelligence; the seamless flow of connection between thought and intuition. Any who has tried meditation and isn't certain they are doing it correctly or would like to restart their practice should consider joining.   Learn more by visiting Mindfulness-Exercises.ne …

… These pictures dictate thoughts, emotions, desires, behaviors and health. Although these pictures are illusions, people unknowingly live within these illusions thinking they are real. Maum Meditation is a non-profit organization that exists for the sole purpose of bringing people out of the mind world they are living in that includes stress, fear, anxiety, sadness, loneliness, resentment, anger, judgment, separation, boredom, purposelessness... all sorts of pain and burden. The human mind is an …

Greetings. There is hardly anything I enjoy more than to read a good book and discuss it among thoughtful individuals! How about you? Please join if you are interested in being an active participant in a book club focused **exclusively** on classic literature, shown on the following lists below, that has stood the test of time. If not interested exclusively in classic lit, if not willing to stick to selections from the lists below, there will not be a match with this group.  The good news is tha …

… In addition to learning to discriminate will also design new ‘inner voices’ and attitudes that can step in and support us when the dysfunctional voices have become active. Future free meetups will have a variety of topics like time management, relationship sabotage, procrastination and more. Through lecture, guided exercises, sharing and mindful self-exploration, we will study how to get out of the way of our natural evolution and understand the specific ways we sabotage ourselves. Sometimes th …

Food Startups is a community of food lovers, entrepreneurs, designers, hackers, bloggers, writers, and thought leaders who are passionate about food and technology. We started Food Startups because of the growing demand for improving how we produce, distribute, discover, consume, and share food through the use of technology. We bring together industry experts, entrepreneurs, investors, journalists and thought leaders, fostering collaborative dialogues to better understand these issues and devise …

… Observe how thoughts pop into the mind, but don't let them take your awareness away. By not arguing or mentally conversing with the thought, you will be free from its control. When you build up mindfulness you can sense everything that an opponent will do, by his energy, his words, or a movement of his hands, you can sense it. By applying and realizing this philosophy, more of life opens up to you because your ability of immediate perception has increased. What might seem like a sixth sense to o …

DO YOU LIVE WITHIN THE CROCKER HIGHLANDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL BOUNDARY IN OAKLAND? DO YOU HAVE A CHILD BETWEEN 0 - 5 YEARS OLD? Hi Neighbors! We are new to Crocker Highlands, and thought this group would be a good way to meet neighbors and give our children the chance to become friends before they become classmates. We realize that for some of your children, elementary school may be several (if not many) years away. We are hopeful that this group will serve as an opportunity for babies, toddle …

… These pictures dictate thoughts, emotions, desires, behaviors and health. Although these pictures are illusions, people unknowingly live within these illusions thinking they are real. Maum Meditation is a non-profit organization that exists for the sole purpose of bringing people out of the mind world they are living in that includes stress, fear, anxiety, sadness, loneliness, resentment, anger, judgment, separation, boredom, purposelessness... all sorts of pain and burden. The human mind is an …

… Ouida Joi is an Ordained Interfaith-New Thought Minister, Urban Shamanic Practitioner, Spirit/Jazz Vocalist, and Reiki Master Teacher. She has been a Chant Circle Facilitator for over 10 years. She was the Founder and Senior Minister of the Alameda Spiritual Living Center from 2007 – 2010, and the Founder/Director of One Light Interfaith Seminary. As an Interfaith-New Thought Minister, her spiritual practice embraces Hindu, Baha’i, Religious Science, Yoruba, Buddhist, American Indian, and other …