About Mindfulness Exercises: The practice of self regulation of the autonomic nervous system. We teach integrated mind-body mental exercises to trigger a natural parasympathetic response in the autonomic nervous system. This response releases powerful neurochemicals (biochemicals) that regulate the immune system. Regulation of the immune system transforms the human body at the cellular level. This natural transformation affects our view, how we feel, and ultimately our perception of reality, it …
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Want to be part of a group of like-minded folks who practice mindfulness meditation? We believe this discipline, that originated in the Buddhist tradition, is compatible with most all religions and can be adapted for secular use as well. We welcome all who are interested in practicing mindfulness meditation. For each session, our format will include Opening words; 20-minute meditation; relevant reading by contemporary leaders in mindfulness meditation such as Thich Nhat Hanh, Pema Chodron, Jack …
… Karl Blomseth initially created Fertile Minds Foto Workshops and this Art Salon is an extension beyond the narrow focus on photography. We have regular, monthly Art Salon gatherings where both new and confirmed artists meet, together with willing amateurs. NOTE: It is our intention to build bridges, not to tear bridges down. We are not here to judge, jury or critique any artists' work. If artists want critique of work, it is up to them to seek out a mentor in their own field. The audience and …
… Tea and Meditation, Tea and Mindfulness, Tea and Mindfullness Stress
Reduction-Learn how and why tea is helpful in meditation and mindfulness.
Tea Rituals and Preparations Around the World- Minnesota has a host of wonderful international residents who began their life somewhere else so why don't we take some time to learn how they like their tea? Their countries of origin tea culture and preferences-
Tibet (Po Cha-Butter Tea)
Russia (Samovartea-server/Lomolosav
-tea set in cobalt blue and 24kara …
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… · Community-building with like-minded parents. Visit tolifeyoga.com for more information about yoga classes Milissa Link, creator of Tot-Mama Yoga, is an inspired and dedicated teacher who loves helping children and their moms connect through mindfulness and yoga. Milissa is the founder and director of Tree of Life Yoga. She is a certified yoga teacher and yoga therapist, as well as a certified Montessori Assistant. Ms. Milissa has taught yoga and …
Welcome everyone. In this weekly group, you'll learn ways to both treat and prevent depression. The group will be led by Betsy Sansby, MS, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, who has been trained to teach the 8-week Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy program for the prevention of relapse in people who suffer from recurrent depression. It will be an experiential group where members will get to sample a variety of tools for working with difficult thoughts and feelings--both emotional and physi …
… What emerged was a deep knowledge that all psychological reality is created within us through Three Principles: Mind, Consciousness, and Thought. Since that time many thousands of people from all over the world have been touched and inspired by the transformative power that comes naturally with an on-going, ever-deepening appreciation, recognition, and understanding of these Three Principles. Often people experience relationship conflict, hopelessness, frustration and/or anxiety, in their fa …
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At any moment, see what your mind is doing. It is going into the past or the future. It is angry about the past or anxious about the future, isn't it? When this oscillation of the mind stops, THAT is when you get in touch with the source of energy, which is YOU. All the human values that we treasure and cherish - Happiness, Joy, Love, Compassion, Caring, Friendliness, Enthusiasm, Creativity, Relationships - can only be lived and experienced in the present. But, when we are caught up in the chat …
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… Each category of food has a different effect on the body and the mind.EFE teaches us the basics of Ayurveda and how to apply them to cooking. The participants learn to use vegetables, fruits, spices and herbs for healthy digestion and elimination of toxins. They also see the relationship between the food we consume and the effects on our state of mind and body.The participants learn some delicious and healthy vegetarian recipes and valuable knowledge about eating to keep mind and body hea …
… Do you possess an intellectual understanding of The Law of Attraction and are now seeking fellowship with like-minded individuals to support your growth as you transform your awareness into intentional thoughts, feelings, and actions in order to more perfectly manifest all of your dreams and desires? Are you a seasoned Law of Attraction practitioner who is looking to serve something bigger than yourself by sharing your understanding, talents and energy with like-minded individuals who are on a …
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… Messages from Love with Lisa Venable: Helps redirect the mind towards thoughts that nurture and empower. Explores self-talk that embodies love and creates peace & joy. Provides sound techniques to move out of SHOULDS, and the immobilizing fear of not being good enough or worthy. Teaches meditations that help you be more aware of what you tell yourself. Lisa Venable, M.A. is an author, inspirational speaker and spiritual psychotherapist. Through individual healing sessions, workshops and em …
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… Please join this group only if you are an easygoing and open-minded feminist woman, serious about forming lasting friendships with like-minded people, and committed to making this fledgling group the very best that it can be! NOTE: The plan is for our events to be child-free, primarily on weekends, and held in Minneapolis or St. Paul. Also, we may need to limit the number of attendees for events held in restaurants and/or similar small spaces, so watch your e-mail and RSVP early!
… A first hope is that people can use the meetup group to become more aware of human rights and social justice events and to connect with like-minded people to attend events that are open to the public. A second hope is that members will suggest related events so that more events can be put on the group calendar for all to see. A third hope is that some members will volunteer to be event organizers and host some additional types of events. For example, if someone has access to a suitable meeting …
… Just be mindful of other's comfort levels in regard to level of touch or saying something that may be offensive, disrespectful, or rude to other members. This is a positive-minded group and there are ways to communicate opinions without being unkind to members. 3) Make donations in the jar when you see it, so we can continue to keep posting fabulous events. As your Organizer, and with my past experiences as a Co-Organizer and Assistant Organizer of a couple of other Meetup Groups, I can attes …
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We are a group committed to living our lives holistically through focus, balance, and nurture. Together we will learn, share our challenges, and support one another is the pursuit of holistic living. This group is for anyone looking for deeper meaning, a focused purpose, and restoring balance to their lives.
Loving-Kindness Meditation Group is dedicated to the practice of Samatha Vipassana, also called Tranquil Wisdom meditation. Concentration yoked with Insight. Using the Brahma-Viharas or the breath as the object of meditation, we cultivate the Jhanas and Insight simultaneously as described in the Pali canon. Interestingly, if these instructions are followed closely, results described in the texts are attainable. The instructions and practice are simple and easy to apply to everyday life. The goa …
Health Realization and the Three Principles advocate that each human being has an internal wisdom that, if accessed, can guide the individual to a balanced life. Some might call it learning to follow our "Gut Instinct", others might perceive it as listening to the wisdom of a "Higher Power", and others may see it as accessing the vast capacity of the the "Unconscious Mind", to problem solve. How ever you describe this internal wisdom, HR/3p teaches that the only thing hindering us from accessing …
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… We are a group of positive minded, motivated entrepreneurs that have a desire to create residual income streams and are looking for those that might want to work out several times a week and network with one another to grow our businesses. I am also enjoy doing other recreational sports as an alternative to straight cardio; like cross country skiing, racquet ball, dodge ball, tennis or volley ball. If you have an idea for the group to do please post it with a date and location for people to mee …
MSP Visionaries runs meet-ups which expand the mind, support your business and life goals and increase your ability to create the life and lifestyle you want. Join us as we take a journey into your limiting beliefs and obliterate them, gain support in nurturing your dreams, complete that business plan or finish the book you always say you'll write "someday." Make someday - now!
… I'd like to do this with a group of similar minded people who crave diversity, wit & who expect the unexpected. If you join, be willing to commit to one book a month & be open to hosting in rotation...I'm thinking low key restaurants/bars at first for some drinking & food then possibly moving it to members homes sometimes if we ever feel that comfortable...WHICH I HOPE WE WILL! So if you're open to the possibility of learning & at least thinking, come with me and definitively shout to the masses …
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