Hi! This meetup is an ecumenical and nondenominational Christian discussion group in which difficult, challenging, and even controversial matters that aren't normally discussed within church settings can be discussed candidly and without reserve. Issues and categories of thought that would likely be addressed include: theology, philosophy, science, church history, Christian doctrine, ancient near-eastern history, biblical source material, etc. The Christian faith, as we're typically taught it a …

Welcome to the I Liq Chuan Orange County study/practice group (for people LA and Orange County). The training is intented for students of all levels interested in learning the art. I Liq Chuan, martial art of awareness, is an art of cultivating consciousness based on Tai Chi and Zen principles, in other words the practice of moving meditation. "The philosophy underlying I Liq Chuan involves the very simple concept of making an active choice to be fully aware of the present moment, by being aware …

This is a new Atheist group and the first to meet on a public beach, where we can have FUN and have a blend of social mixing and athletic activities, DO NOT FORGET to bring your beach chairs, umbrellas, ground cover and any thing else you would want on the beach. You will have a brief look at who we are, our political philosophy, what we mean by "SEPARATION OF CHURCH AND STATE," you will get some answers to basic questions about separation, and why we think this is important.we will discuss reli …

Beach Cities Aikido  Chief Instructor: Sensei Steven Wasserman Est.: 2011 Affiliation: Aikido Association of America Classes focus on the art and philosophy of “Aikido” self defense.   In this Japanese martial art, students will learn the basic principles of falling, rolling and defense techniques against punches, strikes, kicks, knife attacks, control and blending with your opponent, mat safety and self-defense awareness. Instruction is focused towards both the basic principles of Aikido and th …

… This, practically, is what it means to manifest Buddhahood, or an enlightened life condition.SGI (Sokka Gakkai International)is the modern day organization that carries out this profound philosophy to happiness today. Members are encouraged to employ their Buddhist practice to squarely confront and overcome the specific challenges of their daily lives. Through this process, one is able to appreciate and manifest the profound potential of one's life. Based on the teachings and philosophy of Nichi …

Welcome to the I Liq Chuan Long Beach practice group (for people LA and Orange County). The training is intented for students of all levels interested in learning the art. I Liq Chuan, martial art of awareness, is an art of cultivating consciousness based on Tai Chi and Zen principles, in other words the practice of moving meditation. "The philosophy underlying I Liq Chuan involves the very simple concept of making an active choice to be fully aware of the present moment, by being aware of the s …

Our vision for this club is simple - a group of folks with a passion for cooking light and creative dishes to create a cohesive meal to enjoy with some cocktails, wines and liquors/liqueurs. And we stay true to that vision.  If you are a cooking snob over 30 who has a passion for creative/gourmet cooking and also enjoys cocktails and wine (NO BEER), then this is the group for you. Cooking Light is a magazine with the philosophy that food can be lower in fat and calories and still be tasty. You d …

More than just mud runs, it's a state of mind, a philosophy of not taking life so seriously, all while getting outdoors, putting on some crazy ass costumes, exercising, socializing with guys and gals just like you. The group attends mud runs in Southern California (and maybe other states), schedules fun training runs/walks at beaches, mountains, pub to pub runs, etc. Meets up for beers/wine to watch videos captured at runs. It's a blast! Whether you are in shape or not, join this group, everyone …

Possibility Thinking as a model provides not only a toolset for daily use but also a philosophy for living peace in an intentional, mindful, and peace-giving life. When we are better able to neutrally observe our relationship transactions both intrapersonally and interpersonally prior to reacting or assuming/judging, we can implement our intention for our relationships. As we develop our mindful living and practice intentional relationships, we are more creative and productive in our contributio …

The idea of this group is to establish a community of writers that can learn from eachother on many different levels.  Whether this is through critique groups, free writing, reading, talking, etc. I hope that this group has something for everyone.  This group welcomes writers of all levels.  This is based on the philosophy that we never really stop learning.  No matter your walk of life, we all have some knowledge to barter. Or pilfer, as book bandits do (no stealing or plagerism is insinuated w …

This group is centered on the philosophy that good health is dependent on proper movement of the body and the mind. In this group, members will learn and discuss the tools necessary for good movement in the mind and body. This includes learning self-care strategies such as consuming certain power foods, performing breathing exercises to calm the mind, learning yoga based exercises to do at the office or at home, and others. Each meet-up will address common issues people have from time to time in …

Overview: This is the Orange County Young Entrepreneur Society Mastermind Forum that empowers young people (of heart & mind) in Orange County area to take ownership in their financial futures and turn their passions and hobbies into self-perpetuating businesses. Our philosophy is based on the award-winning YES movie (theYESmovie.com) by Louis Lautman who interviewed 50+ top Entrepreneurs of our time and discovered their secrets on how they became successful. We hold meetings once a month in OC t …

… My philosophy on animal rights is this: Animal rights and compassion for animals is an integral part of creating a kinder world for all. We believe that everything is connected. Cruelty and callousness we perpetrate against other beings only comes back to harm us. Although we focus on animal liberation, our ultimate goal is liberation for all beings from any chains seen and unseen that may bind them.  When the power of love is set free in the world, there is no limit to its revolutionizing poten …

The Great Books Foundation promotes reading, thinking, and the sharing of ideas for people of all ages. Since 1947, the Foundation has helped millions of people make the reading and discussion of literature a lifelong source of enjoyment, personal growth, and social engagement.

Do you want to become a better public speaker? Do you want to gain confidence and the courage to lead? You have come to the right place! The Contrarians Toastmasters club offers a fun and supportive environment to develop your speaking and leadership skills. However, we are no ordinary Toastmasters club. The Contrarians motto is "No Topic is Taboo" and we encourage everyone to speak about sex, politics, religion or whatever else is on your mind. As you can see from our meeting themes, we do not …

… We have a distinct coaching philosophy that mould around our members unique strengths and weaknesses.   This combination has proven results and lays the foundation for continued improvement