By deepening our meditation until our mind comes to a standstill we can unlock the potential and unused ability within. In daily life human nature is to be consumed and eventually overwhelmed by thoughts inside our minds. As a result the worries of life at some point will become too much & overtake us which causes not only mental but eventually physical illness. Contrary to western belief of thinking through our problems, the truth is that thoughts are the problem, thoughts are a sickness, only …

The Goal: A community of people dedicated to consciousness elevation in all aspects of life, individual, communal, social, political, scientific, and beyond. We each have the potential to each a unique level of "Human Optimization".  Attention, communication, intelligence, thoughtfulness, balanced emotion and speech and action, empathetic, beautiful, kind. To achieve this peak potential and manifest it into "life as we know it" including the status quo, we effectively change the whole system in …

… Meditation is  consciousness without thoughts.  Meditation has only one meaning and that is going beyond the mind and becoming a witness of  your words, your thoughts, your actions. Meditation is surrender, it is letting go...Letting go is what happens on it's own when the limitations of the mind are seen, when logic is no longer the master.  It’s not forcing existence your way, it is relaxing into the existence you desire.So,relax and let go... Dropping the mask and bringing out your original f …

The Attractive Attraction Coalition of Chicago meets to discuss and support one another as we learn to apply the 'Law of Attraction' (as described in the Teachings of Abraham and the Secret) to our daily lives. We will focus on goal setting and overcoming our old thought patterns to help manifest our desires, whatever they may be. Topics such as the use of Vision Boards, shifting of thought patterns, visualization, positive self-talk, living in the NOW, daily motivations etc. will be discussed.

Are you seeking a healthier approach to the process of trying to conceive? How about motivation to start a yoga and relaxation practice and improve your diet? Perhaps you're looking for a place to share the stresses of trying to conceive and learn postive strategies for coping with negative thoughts. Our Fully Fertile Book Groups are all that - the information, motivation and support you need to create a healthier, more balanced you! Fully Fertile groups are free, peer-led, book clubs will follo …

Anyone willing to give a thoughtful, honest, yet respectful, critique is welcome. All topics, genres and forms are welcome (Ex. chapter of a novel, short story, play, screenplay, poem, article, essay, etc.). Those concerned with poverty, and / or human and animal rights and welfare, and similar issues (i.e. social justice), are especially encouraged. The works critiqued, in this group (both Chicago and Evanston), are generally by dedicated, serious writers, though all writers are welcome. T …

Working towards building a sustainable active network of Chicagoland secular organizations and to enrich the lives of freethinkers.

… PLEASE CHECK OUT OUR MESSAGE BOARD (UNDER "DISCUSSIONS") FOR WEEKLY  THEMES & THOUGHTS.    PLUS, FEEL FREE TO ADD YOUR OWN THOUGHTS/SHARING.

  LIVE CHAT too! Have you lived here for a while but never had the chance to get out and see the things and places in Chicago that visitors from other cities have seen? New in town and want an excuse to check some "must-see" things off the list? Just looking for something fun to do but didn't really want to do it all by yourself? Be a tourist in our own city! I had always spent the time to check out other city's offerings when I traveled on business or for pleasure, and about 10 years ago, th …

METAPHYSICAL AND SPIRITUALITY MEETUP GROUP is a safe and loving place for spiritual development and personal growth. We invite those who are ready for the next step on their own path to join us in the journey we are all on. Metaphysical and Spirituality's mission is to provide a safe and sacred environment to explore new areas that challenge us and to meet others of like mind. We provide access to new and ancient ideas of human thought and the opportunity to learn from those that hav …

… These presentations will encompass a comprehensive variety of thought systems that go beyond integrative medicine to include the impact of biology, culture, environment, and society on the individual. 

Hi fellow introverts. Please read guidelines below, before joining this group. (Thank you) For those of us who are introverts/loners and/or "live inside" our heads, making new friends can be more of a challenge since even the chattier types of us tend to be more quiet overall in new social situations. We don't mind awkward silences and tend to "observe" others for awhile first before joining in. Or, we don't fit into the typical "extrovert" social cliques because the idea of meeting others at ba …

… So join us, and bring your thoughts and ideas on how to make this a really great meet up group.

… So join us, and bring your thoughts and ideas on how to make this a really great meet up group. (Sorry to that other closed group that I stole your copy).

If you are a guy who has ever thought, "Man, I'd really like to make some new male friends, but how?" attend this group! (And if you are a woman and know a guy who needs to "get out with the boys" more, please urge them to sign up for this group!) For some men in their 20s, 30s, 40s, 50s etc -- perhaps because they work at home, are divorced, or just incredibly busy in their job or otherwise -- it can be difficult to find the opportunity to make new male friends. Women often seem much b …

Our Group's purpose is to help you discover the power of being in charge of your life.