The group will create a safe space to explore touch through lecture, exercises, and discussions. We will explore how to reconnect with ourselves with the end goal of reducing stress, and experiencing healing and more pleasure in life. We will include new and old modalities (massage, Tantra, eye gazing, Reiki) to go beyond physical touch to explore energy, communication and intimacy in its different forms. As humans, we crave touch. Not only is it important for our emotional and mental health, bu …

"Waking up" is associated with getting enlightened or free by rising out of imprisonment in your karma, body-mind, and relationships. "Waking down" differs from waking up out of life. Saniel Bonder is the founder of the Waking Down in Mutuality work. He and his wife, Linda, are founding members of Ken Wilber's Integral Institute and charter members of the Integral Spiritual Center. This Meetup is for other locals to discuss and practice mutuality. Our work is to practice radical acceptance in th …

The only reason to join my meetup is if you're someone who wants to know as much as possible about bipolar disorder, especially in regards to how best to thrive with our disorder. I come armed with numerous thorough, expensive and informative Psychiatric textbooks, a few Clinical Psychology Textbooks, as well as numerous excellent books on Bipolar Disorder, which you will have full access to once you join the group. The books alone are worth thousands of dollars. Then I also add to the mix profe …

How do we awaken here and now as everyday people? Awakening is not just about Waking Up –- to realize the Mystery of our Infinite Nature. It’s also about Waking DOWN -- into life, our bodies, and relating to others in Mutuality with honor and authenticity. These are the insights of Saniel Bonder, founder of the Waking Down in Mutuality teaching. Waking Down in Mutuality is really is a sacred integration of consciousness and body and a transforming engagement with others in mutually conscious rel …

Welcome to New York Salsa Fiesta Parties & Latin Dance Meetup Group! This group started in 2007, with the goal to teach non-dancers and beginners how to dance Salsa & Latin rhythms in a non-threathening, attentive environment and meet up at music & dance events for social dancing and dance practices. Through the years, we have hosted many dance meet up outings, taught many beginner & intermediate classes and social danced with numerous students. Our goal is always to have fun get togethers with …

Are you interested/excited/worried about the 'Singularity' as authors like Ray Kurzweil coined the time of ever increasing speed of technological innovation? Join this group if you would like to find others interested in this subject to exchange thoughts, ideas, book tips, laughter and generally good company.

Do you want to expand your creativity?  Do you enjoy writing?   Do you want to reconnect with your inner artist more deeply or maybe break through any creative 'blocks'?  We will be utilizing Julia Cameron's experiential book: 'The Vein of Gold-A Journey to your Creative Heart' as a guide to do just that.  We will read, work through the text, and complete the exercises, tools and tasks from the book on a bi-weekly basis. About the book:  "Julia Cameron again draws from her extensive artistic and …

Meet with other New Yorkers who love art, visiting galleries and museums, photography - taking and discussing images, having a walk and a stimulating conversation. The group is an extension of Wired New York community into the Meetup.com universe.

Escapades is a not-for-profit Club for "Active & Attractive Single Professionals. It is run entirely by volunteers. Singles join in on the fun from all over the tri-state area. Ages range from 40's to 60's. Besides our members, we have an extensive mailing list and a number of our events are held jointly with other singles groups to afford our members and guests the opportunity to meet new people. We sponsor about 36 events per year. We have held events at the Greenwich, Fairfield & Wee Bu …

All levels are welcome, from beginner to advanced. Join us for A Taste of Tantra community gathering for a monthly educational meet up of like-minded people willing to learn more about life, love and sex. We will use the foundations of yoga and tantra to explore the energy centers to heal past hurts, increase expressivity, deepen desire, strengthen our connections, increase intimacy and clarify our values and our intentions. By joining the Taste of Tantra group, you will: •deepen the appreciatio …

Join us in resolving shadows using Thomas Huebl's Transparent Communication. For each meetup a facilitator will lead a meditation and the TC exercises. Subscribe to our newsletter Transparent Communication Transparent Communication opens new doors for us to access a more extensive level of information in our lives. When we let go of our individual focus, we are able to experience the dynamics of life to a much greater extent. This allows us to move beyond the interpretation (understanding) of …

"Waking up" is associated with getting enlightened or free by rising out of imprisonment in your karma, body-mind, and relationships. "Waking Down" differs from waking up out of life. Waking Down includes waking up to your true nature as described in traditional spiritual practices, but with the added dimension of grounding the experience in your life, body and being in relationship and community, with others living a life grounded in authentic being and expression of who we are. Saniel Bonder i …

For more information about service and this group visit my page /log -http://www.askthecognitivebehaviortherapist.wordpress.com/ -http://www.askthecbt.com This group is about educating health professionals & non health pros on Cognitive Behavior Therapy & Biofeedback: how it can directly impact one's life by providing symptom resolution (anxiety, depression, procrastination, pain, insomnia, phobias, body image concerns, relationship problems, etc), as well as how you can use CBT daily to …

The Actors Theatre Workshop is an award-winning non-profit theater, community center and educational institution that teaches innovative educational techniques and theatre principles to adults and children from all walks of life; produces classical and contemporary plays and documentary films that maintain the highest artistic standards; and develops new dramatic works that examine the social issues of the day. Since 1990, ATW has flourished as an artistic leader in the field, producing award-w …

We welcome those who support pits, even if you aren't NYC residents or pit bull owners! ** NYC meetups for Pit bulls / Pit mixes (staffs, rescues, etc) every Saturday or Sunday throughout whole year. ** We meet at various parks and dog runs, dog-friendly restaurants, take walks along rivers and bridges, and through New York City neighborhoods. A great opportunity to socialize your dogs in a welcoming and helpful environment. Options abound for people with dog-aggressive pits who still want to …

Dr Oz says about Qigong If you want to be healthy and live to 100, do Qigong. It will improve your golf swing and love life. It will help to lower blood pressure, relieve anxiety and to lower weight. Qigong (Chi Gung) is a holistic system of self–healing exercise and meditation. Its movements are designed to reduce stress and increase energy.  Qigong is more relaxed than Pilates, less complex than Tai Chi, and a lot more fun than yoga. It’s appropriate for all ages and virtually all athleti …

NYC Based American Tribal Style® Belly Dance Troupe Manhattan Tribal, directed by Mimi Fontana, the first all ATS® Dance Company in NYC. Here you will find class listings, events we are hosting, gatherings we're attending and an online community of dancers celebrating this new to New York dance format. We'll also be featuring events hosted or recommended by our Sister Troupe, Tribe Hamsa in Staten Island NY and other fun dance and drum related events! What is American Tribal Style Belly Dance? A …

As a wine lover and, more importantly, a wine educator, you will always hear me talk about or see me write about “wine appreciation.” Sure, you can make a joke like: “I appreciate wine, I drink it every day” or “I appreciate wine; especially when my glass is full.” That’s all good and fine. But I’m talking about something deeper, more meaningful and more beneficial. Therefore, as an extension of my blog - "Charles Springfield: Maneuvering Wine with Style" - and the various events I produce as th …

SWW Photo Workshops (established in RI in 2009) provides an educational and practical, low cost venue for aspiring photographers, young or old, to learn basic techniques of approach and application of ideas in a variety of locations and learning situations. It is perfect for photographers that have experience, and knowledge of their Digital SLRs, who want to broaden their base of knowledge with a variety of workshops that include An Introduction to Photography, Alternative Lighting, The Intimate …

How do we awaken here and now as everyday people? Awakening is not just about Waking Up –- to realize the Mystery of our Infinite Nature. It’s also about Waking DOWN -- into life, our bodies, and relating to others in Mutuality with honor and authenticity. These are the insights of Saniel Bonder, founder of the Waking Down in Mutuality teaching. Waking Down in Mutuality is really is a sacred marriage of consciousness and body and a transforming engagement with others in mutually conscious relat …