En-LIGHTEN-ment need not be so serious... Use your POWER TO CHOOSE to create your heaven on earth! Our HOT and FUN workshops are interactive and playful--that's why we call them PLAYSHOPS!  We aim to provide you with a positive community and a delightful safe space to reconnect with your truth, trust your wisdom, honor your feminine, embrace your darkness, get inspired and feel whole with the awareness that you have what it takes to get yourself out of that rut and into a compassionate place of …

Kabbalah — the world’s oldest body of spiritual wisdom — contains the long-hidden keys to the secrets of the universe as well as the keys to the mysteries of the human heart and soul. Kabbalistic teachings explain the complexities of the material and the nonmaterial universe, as well as the physical and metaphysical nature of all humanity. Kabbalah shows in detail, how to navigate that vast terrain in order to remove every form of chaos, pain, and suffering. For thousands of years, the great k …

There exists a golden thread, which leads out of the labyrinth of our broken reality and towards the Truth. The Lectorium Rosicrucianum, or International School of the Golden Rosycross, aims to help seekers find and form a living connection with this shining filament, which is woven of love, wisdom, knowledge (gnosis) and action. Most importantly, this golden thread is a Path that can actually be walked, a Path shown by all religions in their original form. No Master or Initiate can give the Tru …

Awaken your body and mind’s innate healing powers Develop healthier and more fulfilling relationships Learn to work constructively with your own emotions Stimulate your minds innate problem solving capabilities Develop new resources and capabilities Become clear about your life’s purpose Develop your intuition by tapping into the innate intelligence that resides within your body and mind Our bodies communicate with us all the time. Many of us are so over stimulated and stressed out that we canno …

It is not easy for the western mind—accustomed to its Spinoza, Schopenhauer, Sartre, Hegel, Nietzsche, and so on— to determine whether yoga is, or is not a philosophy. Yoga is philosophy, because there is no doubt that, with a deep love and great reverence for the Truth, the ancient seers developed one of the most extraordinary philosophies that mankind has ever known, But, at the same time, yoga is not a philosophy, in the sense that there are no topics for debate or discussion and no engagemen …

The Enterprise Search User Group is a SharePoint based community with a focus on Enterprise Search aimed to provide valuable and timely information to its members. Its primary goal is to provide a forum that encourages disparate practices and business groups to come together and share thoughts, ideas, successes and failures, to cultivate a borderless body of knowledge.

Growing spiritually and helping others to do so... this is the meaning of life! Together we can foster the evolution of the human spirit through the study and practice of the world’s wisdom traditions as seen in the light of contemporary knowledge, develop our inner wisdom through the process of deep listening and true dialogue, and encourage each other by applying the core ideals at the heart of the world’s spiritual teachings to modern life. As our culture is rapidly evolving, so too is the le …

The shift is on…have you awakened to it? Great transformation is taking place everywhere as the planet continues its transition into this new and next era of Unity consciousness! Individually, we are also each awakening to our quantum consciousness and divine multi-dimensional nature to experience the greater truth of all things. I have created these “Quantum Awakening” groups to support both the global and individual awakening journey… to assist others to navigate the shifts of consciousness …

Inside each of us is a unique spark, an inner glow from which our true, undeniable beauty originates. This group is for every woman to tend to that inner glow. Each meetup will be different. With fun games, guided exercises, journaling and discussion, we'll explore the beautiful facets of our lives: ~ Relationships ~ Intimacy ~ Sexuality ~ Spirituality ~ Living in our purpose ~ The wisdom of our bodies And more ... Bring your stories, your wishes, and your most extravagant dreams. Together we cr …

Have you asked yourself, "Where are the individuals rocking vegetarianism, veganism and very cool ideas in the Mile Square City and the JC?" If you have, welcome to V Rock! The Hoboken + Jersey City Vegetarian + Vegan Meetup where men and women rock connection over conscious, delicious cuisine to create positive change for ourselves, our cities, animals and Earth. We're a tribe from all walks of life - V-Rockers - vegetarians, vegans and the very cool - who strive to be conscious and compassio …

Open to all those looking to find more wisdom, love, inner peace and spiritual freedom in their lives, through better understanding of dreams, past lives and the personal way the universe speaks to us daily. Move naturally and easily into higher areas of awareness and help life flow in a smoother and happier direction. One form of personal meditation we explore is known as a "Spiritual Exercise". This form of simple meditation, using your creative imagination, strengthens your inner guidance a …

Open your heart to me slightly, and I will open the world to you." - The Zohar Kabbalah is an ancient spiritual teaching which was passed on through special souls from generation to generation. It was concealed from the masses up until the end of the 20th century. Now we live in a special time, when Kabbalah becomes available to everyone who has an interest in spirituality. Bnei Baruh is a non-profit organization . Everything it offers is free to use: online classes, book downloads, etc. The goa …

Shantideva Meditation Center is dedicated to cultivating wisdom and compassion through the study and practice of Tibetan Buddhism within the New York City community. We are affiliated with The Foundation for the Preservation of the Mahayana Tradition (FPMT), which is based on the Gelugpa tradition of Lama Tsongkhapa of Tibet as taught by Founder, Lama Thubten Yeshe and Spiritual Director, Lama Zopa Rinpoche. For more information or to join our mailing list, visit our website:www.shantidevamedit …

The purpose of this Meetup is to create and enjoy a healthy and wealthy life for yourself, your family and others you believe would like the same benefits as you want.  Do you desire creative ways to implement wealth and health, and do you understand how important health is to creating success in love and life. You will learn the most important steps to implement for your success.

SANCTUARY NYC AN ANCIENT WISDOM- NEW THOUGHT SPIRITUAL COMMUNITY A New Spiritual Community in the heart of Manhattan led by Rev Dr. Jane Galloway "An Urban Oasis With a Global Beat" Musical Director: Jeremy Mage ... Core Values: Trans-cultural, Open, affirming and Inclusive Social Mission Oriented Celebration, Inspiration, Artistic Expression, Service and Education Centered Committed to Individual and Collective Growth Ancient Wisdom- New Thought Spiritual Community

The daily lives of most of us are full of things that keep us busy and preoccupied with mundane concerns. We miss the sacred, so every now and then we find ourselves drawing-back and wondering what is it all about. And then. perhaps we may internally begin exploring perennial questions that we don't normally stop to examine. This can happen with regard to any aspect of our lives. This study group is deliberately designed for those among us who are curious, enthusiastic, non-judgemental, and wond …

You are invited to dance in community- traditional Balkan, Greek, Rom, Armenian,  Near Eastern, and Modern sacred circle dances. Throughout all ages and cultures, traditional circle dances were used to honor the divine, to heal, to affirm connection to the earth and each other, to build community and celebrate rites of passages and life transitions. The danced patterns illuminate the web of these connections. It is where personal and universal healing can occur. We will use the traditional dance …

In this introductory workshop women will explore feminine psychology. Using myths and archetypes we will translate psychological concepts into womens’ language. Discovering the Greek Goddess archetypes within allows for a new understanding of childhood, relationship to self and the body, relationship to men and women, sexuality, spirituality, family, work, and psychological difficulties. The insights gained through this ancient wisdom create new ways of seeing and of overcoming limitations. With …

I've been waiting for 2012 now for a few years.  As we have approached this year, it certainly seems as though there have been massive changes:  financially, politically, religious, weather, natural disasters...and, it seems, an increase in the interest of spirituality. No one knows for certain what Dec 21, 2012 will bring, if anything. For those of you who are concerned that it is the end of the world...take heart...In a book called "The Secret History of the End of the World," it seems that …

This group, formed to read and discuss the works of Ibn Arabi, formed organically following a guided tour to Andalusia Spain by Stephen Hirtenstein of the Muhyiddin Ibn Arabi Society (http://www.ibnarabisociety.org/). We are primarily reading and discussing the Fusus al Hikam of Ibn Arabi, but add other works from time to time. From the Muhyiddin Ibn Arabi Society website: "Mystic, philosopher, poet, sage, Muhammad Ibn 'Arabi is one of the world's great spiritual teachers. Ibn 'Arabi was born i …

The Meaning of word Painting Pain->T>truth->ing>Action, Result -> How to tell your story when words are not enough? Art Healing group provides an opportunity to integrate guided imagery, relaxation, breathing, yoga therapy, self-awareness, mindfulness meditation, and expressive painting to facilitate the self healing journey. Through guided meditation, you will be led to the truth of the emotions that lie at the core of our authentic being .Mindful meditation allows us embrace our truth with wis …

What do Ghandi, John Lennon, Jesus Christ, and Bob Marley have in common? They all emphasize love as being the foundation of life. Are they talking intimate love or did romance somehow hijack the true nature of love? Everybody sings about it, talks about it, and writes about it - but what does love really mean and how can it help you live a better life and create a better world? This meetup is a philosophical exploration of the practical side of love - what does it mean to cultivate true love fo …

How does one live a good life? This simple question can be surprisingly difficult to answer. Yet not taking an honest try at answering it (or even worse: ignoring the question entirely) can lead to the risk of misliving one's life. One of the main goals of ancient philosophy in the West was to help guide people in answering this question rigorously and well, and then helping people to live in accordance with their life's philosophy (literally "the love of wisdom"). One of the most successful and …

If you are alive, you have experienced some form of pain, or something that happened to you or around you caused an echo inside of you that you can not quiet or change. Maybe something happened that altered your entire life, including your ability to love, experience life meaningfully, or be able to be connected to the things and people that once mattered to you. Within you - a wall was built or a separation. Or fears tell you how to live and what to do now. Or something you believed to be true …

Kinding Sindaw (www.kindingsindaw.org) is a cultural performance troupe that has been in existence for over 20 years and is currently a resident artist group at La Mama E.T.C. Our mission is to educate and enlighten communities about the complex history and cultures of the indigenous peoples of the Philippines. Through the use of an artistic medium, which preserves the cultural heritage of the indigenous peoples from these regions, we seek to explore universal issues of the value of oral history …

This is a discussion group for individuals or couples interested in exploring the many facets of both attracting and keeping great love relationships with less effort and more connection. Learn the skills necessary to realize powerful, satisfying partnerships.  You will learn practical information and tools in the areas of love, intimacy,dating, communication and sexuality. All denominations, orientations and lifestyles are welcome.

The IYYUN Center is dedicated to the study, dissemination and experience of Authentic Kabbalah & Spiritual Torah Wisdom. Through the publication of books, offerings of classes, lectures, services and holiday events the Center creates opportunities for people of all backgrounds to examine and understand themselves in the light of Kabbalah & the Wisdom of the Torah. The Center is headed by the world-renowned Author, Kabbalist, and beloved Spiritual Teacher Rav DovBer Pinson Rav Pinson is widely …

The Lila Group is an ongoing womens' circle using expressive arts, ritual and games to explore ones relationship to Self, others, higher self, God, soul and life path. Lila in sanskrit means "play" or "divine play." Thus "Lila" describes the existence of everything as the result of the creative play of the divine absolute. What is Expressive Arts? Expressive Arts weaves multiple modalities planned and spontaneous: drawing, painting, clay, mask making, drama games, role play, music, journaling, c …