ETHICS & PHILOSOPHY are the topics at this friendly, five-year old group. In a circle, we discuss the question we voted on by email. If you love a good, impassioned yet respectful and rational conversation with like-minded people, join us!

Humanism is: "An appeal to reason in contrast to revelation or religious authority as a means of finding out about the natural world and destiny of man, and also giving a grounding for morality. Humanist ethics is also distinguished by placing the end of moral action in the welfare of humanity rather than in fulfilling the will of God." - Oxford Companion to Philosophy Humanists, atheists, Brights, freethinkers - As secularists, we celebrate the virtues of rational thought, morality deriv …

… We have teachings and meditation/ study groups that provide practitioners with an opportunity to not only learn Buddhist philosophy, helping us to better understand the interplay of cause and effect (the law of karma) and help us to contemplate and look at ways to change ourselves. As well as learn Buddhist meditation practices that help us to increase & stabilize key virtues (charity, ethical discipline, patience, diligence, meditative concentration, and wisdom) within us, and give us a first-h …

Mahasukha Center serves as the home of the Asian Classics Institute of Los Angeles (ACI-LA). ACI-LA is a charitable, non-profit organization that offers the authentic yoga, meditation and philosophy teachings of the Dalai Lama’s lineage of Tibetan Buddhism for the modern lifestyle of the West. Please join our meetup to stay connected and be informed of our events.

… Our teaching embodies spiritual principles found in the philosophies of the east and the west, including Buddhism and Hinduism, Christianity, Judaism, and other theological teachings, plus science, philosophy and psychology. At the Center, you will find community, connection, spiritual education, support, and a loving, vibrant, and diverse group of people.

More and more folks in the software, systems, engineering, and business communities have gotten hooked on the two great-tasting philosophies of agile and lean. They are using these techniques to build awesome technology companies.  This group has events that will help members connect and grow their tech companies using these philosophies.

… We place the Buddha's teachings in the context of his time and against the backdrop of ancient Vedic (Hindu) philosophy. We follow the Buddha's path to his 'awakening' as related directly from the discourses, and of course we review the Buddha's most important teachings: The Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path, annica (impermanence), annata (non-self), silas (moralities), samadhi (concentration and the eight stages of meditation), panna (wisdom) and vipassana (insight), the dhamma (doctrine …

Are you interested in any of the following: Meditation, philosophy (East or West), mysticism, Kabbalah, T'ai chi, Yoga, parapsychology, Lucid Dreaming (to name just a few)? Are you Jewish as well? Do you have a degree or are working in any of the sciences (from physics to psychology, from Astronomy to botany)? **If you're not specifically a degreed scientist, but have at least a BA and read science journals for leisure... you're qualified. Can you mix laughter with some 'heavy' topics? Come …

The study of Martial Arts in the Machatz form is a fun and invigorating experience. Machatz incorporates many different Martial Art forms into one all encompassing self-defense-system. Our philosophy is that, once you have the Machatz knowledge, it is up to you to develop it and strengthen it. The Machatz concept of Knowledge, Understanding, and Widsom is a powerful tool that applies to any aspect of life. The philosophy of Machatz allows an individual to find fast and easy solutions to complica …

In my work as a clergyman, I find myself going back to the great philosophers constantly -- the Greeks -- e.g., Plato, Aristotle, the Romans -- e.g. Cicero, Marcus Aurelius. It occurs to me there may be others in the area who would like to read, study and discuss the foundations of the Western mind, and who don't want to drive in to the excellent sounding groups in Santa Monica. We meet monthly in my living room in Sherman Oaks. No formal background necessary.  While your don't have to do the re …

… What we ARE is a refreshed philosophy on approaching life and everything good that it offers. Our main goal, even though the phrase has been overused, is to combine body, mind, soul and spirit for a fulfilled, healthy and happy lifestyle!!   Here are some suggested reading if you are interested. The Vegetarian Myth by Lierre Keith Wheat Belly: Lose the Wheat, Lose the Weight, and Find Your Path Back to Health   byWilliam Davis    A scientific based healthy and nutritional lifestyle based o …

Our group is organized to foster relationships specifically with those of our similar lifestyle and philosophy. It can be invaluable for children to see others who are the same as them instead of always being the “outsiders”. Meet with other parents and let our veggie children form strong relationships with others like them. Meetings at least twice a month, and will include: Playdates Potlucks and Picnics Restaurants Special Events such as field trips to museums and amusement parks, partie …

Mission Statement: The Humanist Community of Ventura County was formed to provide a welcoming social environment for those committed to secular values and community service. Essentially, we're your friendly neighborhood non-believers who are here to show the world that we're good without god :)  More than anything we want to establish a safe and positive sense of community among local Ventura County Humanists! All are welcome and we hope to meet you soon!

We LOVE the gang over at SoulPancake.com because we LOVE people who choose to spend time wrestling with LIFE'S BIG QUESTIONS. If that's you, then come sit down with us for some meaningful conversation and connection over a comforting pile of pancakes! The Ventura Underground (http://VenturaUnderground.org) is "a community of cause and conscience" headquartered in Thousand Oaks. We're a humanitarian non-profit and a growing circle of friends on a journey of greater self-knowledge and greate …

We're a group of fun, down-to-earth mamas who are shaking things up a bit and we'd love for you to join us! Some Punkymoms have piercings and tattoos,  some have just always felt 'a little different'.  Many of us cloth diaper, make our own baby food and practice attachment parenting. We are mothers who are enjoying motherhood and are able to stay at home with our kids. We may all be different in our child rearing philosophies but we have the common desire to play, share, and communicate with our …

… In addition to Yoga Asana, Philosophy, Meditation and Pranayama, Brigitte has learned from her wise yogini teachers the immeasurable importance of bowing to her inner teacher. She encourages her students to do the same.