Discover all the ways that Tantra Yoga can help you live a fuller, more joyful life. Explore and experience your deeper Nature as an aspect of the Divine. Discover the link between Sexuality and Spirit and use it for your own transformation. Learn more about Sacred Sexuality. Free yourself to experience greater levels of pleasure, ecstasy and joy! Awaken and free your inner passions and personal power. Break through obstacles and learn tools to more consciously direct your life. Elevate your cur …

KNOW THYSELF - seminars, courses on active wisdom, myths, heroes, harmonizing oneself through tai chi Philosophy is more than just thinking about any specific theory or construct. It is also about the tremendous potential of the human being. Anyone can do philosophy! Any time is a great time to do philosophy!

We're here to host friendly, interesting discussions on the topics of the day in a thoughtful, "grown-up" manner.  Think of it as an antidote to all the confrontational bombast of the cable channels these days. We'll meet in a comfortable setting with a pre-arranged topic and hear everyone's views ... or if you want to just listen in, that's fine too.  Exercise your neurons, stimulate your conversational skills, and prepare to have an interesting time!  Drop in and out of the group as your sched …

Cuddle Party is a fun, playful workshop on connection and communication that includes an abundance of nurturing and affectionate touch. It is a safe and structured, non-sexual and drug and alcohol-free event. Called a "Party" because it is so much fun! People may attend a Cuddle Party for a variety of reasons. Many come out of curiosity. Some like to have fun and enjoy a wonderful evening of connecting with like-minded people. Some see a Cuddle Party as a great networking opportunity to look for …

The Ethical Society of Asheville is a humanist, non-theistic alternative to traditional religion and a member organization of the American Ethical Union. The American Ethical Union is affiliated with the American Humanist Association, the International Humanist and Ethical Union, and the Secular Coalition of America. Our meeting topics are educational, philosophical and of current interest. We are inspired by the ideal that the supreme aim of human life is working to create a more humane society …

Welcome to the "Books & Brunch" Meetup Group! This is a private group that meets on the 2nd Saturday of odd months (January, March, May, July, September, and November) at 11:00 a.m. for potluck brunch and a discussion of that month's selection. Books are chosen from various subgenres of nonfiction, such as biography, memoir, history, science, philosophy, criticism, commentary, essays, and humor, to name a few. Selections include classics as well as contemporary titles. Everything is better with …

This group is inclusive of anyone who shares the beliefs of Humanism or Freethought.  Freethought is a philosophical viewpoint that holds that opinions should be formed on the basis of science, logic, and reason, and should not be influenced by authority, tradition, or any dogma.  Humanism believes in the prmacy of human, rather than divine or supernatual matters. We hold a variety of meetups including coffee-shop social chats, book studies, lectures, movie viewing, invited speakers, bar hopping …

“Why do some of us seek for higher truths? Why is it that certain individuals are driven blindly, madly, and passionately to transcend their own limitations? Why do we, at times, feel compelled to improve ourselves, not only for our own sake but for the sake of a cause that we can sense yet barely see?...”  -Andrew Cohen, Founder of EnlightenNext Imagine:  A profound awakening to your own potential as an evolving human being and discovering how to consciously create a new culture with fellow Ev …

This group will explore Aleister Crowley, his works and influences, including current and ancient world religious traditions, such as Tantric Buddhism, Hinduism, Gnosticism, Classical Greek, Pharaonic Egyptian, neo-Platonic philosophy, Rabbinic Qabalah, Jungian psychology, yoga, astrology, Tarot, medieval ceremonial magic, and Victorian English occult societies. **Disclaimer - This is a discussion group.  Personal views & opinions expressed by inidiviual members of this community are not the off …

Hello World! Have you spawned? Do you hail from the land of Dragon*Con? Do ANY of the following phrases have meaning or resonate in your heart?: Han shot first; Captain, we are being hailed; Cylons and Daleks and goram reavers; In brightest day, in blackest night; Kneel before Zod!; all your base are belong to us; Android, Apple, ubuntu (or any *nix); nes; binary; Why so serious? Excelsior True Believers! Then you're one of us! Join your comrades in this Guild of Calamitous Intent to soci …

Yes, this club is for non-readers who wish they could read more, but enjoy books nonetheless. Life is busy but if the topics are of interest to you, join us for discussion. I select a book each from one of 5 or so topics each moth, and discuss intersections in thought, and how these books can help us make our lives better in real ways. This book club is also for the veracious reader, only satisfied when engaged in the pursuit of knowledge. A mind can be enlightened with the synthesis of diverse …

COURAGE  ADVENTURE  HONOR INTEGRITY SPONTANEITY These qualities, not money or materiel things, are what make a legendary life. The life of a true EPIC HERO. Too many people in this society have gone down the dead end road of materialism seeking a life of meaning thru false values. They bought into the philosophy of "Fake it till you make it" and all they ended up with is a fake life. The Break Your Fear Adventure Club is dedicated to helping people dig deep down inside and find the lost hero, …

OPEN YOUR MIND, BREAK OUT OF THE BOX AND REACH YOUR POTENTIAL Man has been taught to think, perform and produce in a box, a box based on color and race, sometimes even based on politics, education and religion. A box that limits potential, hides your true identity and prohibits you from unleashing the greatness within you. These boxes of color set our expectations of ourselves as well as others. These very boxes also then control and influence behavior, set our standards, control our income, sha …

This is a group for those who are committed to re-discovering their true self and getting in touch with the pure essence of unconditional Love that they are. Together we will support each other in deeper understanding of the Course's message and practice applying what we are learning from A Course in Miracles into our daily lives. We will meet regularly in Decatur area.

Study group to read all of Nietzsche works and the impact of those works.

Philosophic Discussion - The Philosophy Cafe is an informal, impromptu and friendly group that gets together to practice the nearly lost arts of thinking and conversation. Since 1998 the Café has been meeting to toss around the big picture questions of Life, the Universe and Everything. We invite you to give us a try, for a really unique experience.

WNC Humanists is a community of individuals who believe that Humanism offers both a realistic and responsible guide to a happy life without having the supernatural as part of their philosophy. The purpose of this organization is its concern for the advancement of human existence on earth through a philosophy that assumes the responsibility of all human beings for their own actions and for conditions in their culture. In applying Humanistic values to daily living we can advance healthy and natura …

This group is interested in discussing esoteric subjects and creating projects that help uplift and transform consciousness. Members of this group are actively involved in mastering their own lives and want to be of service to humanity. If you enjoy meeting others of like mind and want to make a difference, you will enjoy this group.

This group will promote the understanding of Ayn Rand's philosophy of Objectivism. It is open to those who know nothing about Rand but are curious and to those who are already living the Objectivist lifestyle. Ayn Rand is most famous for her best selling novels The Fountainhead and Atlas Shrugged but she also wrote very inspiring non-fiction. Her philosophy has been detailed by Dr. Leonard Peikoff in his book, Objectivism, the Philosophy of Ayn Rand. Mission statement of the Ayn Rand Fan Club of …

Oneness, a spiritual organization founded by Sri Amma Bhagavan, seeks to alleviate human suffering at its roots by awakening humanity into oneness, wherein every individual feels connected to all that is. The central understanding of Oneness is that inner transformation and awakening into higher states of consciousness is not an outcome of a mere intellectual understanding but a neurobiological process in the brain, whereby one’s experience of life is redefined at its core. This is achieved by O …

This is a group for everyone interested in discussing big ideas in a forum open to a wide range of perspectives, attitudes, opinions, and beliefs. We'll choose topics in philosophy, politics, religion, and other categories typically considered taboo outside homogeneous gatherings. Meetups will start with a short video presenting a premise (< 20 min., e.g. TED.com), followed by a lively round table discussion. Arguing is strongly encouraged, but civility is always required. In other words, we'd l …

For individuals who want to learn more about Objectivism, meet other like-minded people in our area and promote Ayn Rand's philosophy.

We are parents, gaurdians, and supporters of ethical, freethinking children and youth. We meet for social activities, educational programs, seasonal celebrations, and nature outings that encourage children and youth to ask questions and to deepen trust in their own internal "compass". We affirm the values of  the American Ethical Union and our sponsor, the Ethical Society of Asheville and YouthQuest of Asheville.  We also affirm the values of the American Humanist Association and our local par …

This is a group for people who often find themselves asking, "Why?" or "I wonder what other people think," or "What's that all about?" You know, the curious among us. We'll discuss, and probably respectfully debate, such topics as: human behavior, relationships, alternative medicine, the meaning of life, organic food, emotions, the impact of the internet on society, crime in the US vs other countries, etc. Everyone is welcome to be an event host. Just let me know what topic you want to discuss a …

Our group provides support to those who have or are in the process of letting go of supernatural beliefs by providing a community of people in various stages of religious recovery. Our goal is to present thought provoking topics and questions to encourage participation in open discussion. This is not a venue for confrontation or judgement of others. We invite you to join our community and express your thoughts and ideas without worry of being judged. Whatever stage of recovery you are in, we wel …

We are a trans-denominational, consciousness expanding spiritual community that reveals the loving energy, and essence of God , Universal Presence, Source, Divine Perfection of Life within all. We are committed to creating a loving and peaceful world centered in the perfection of Divine Consciousness that provides all individuals the spiritual foundation for revealing their unique gifts to life in joyful and positive expressions. We embody the spiritual principle that all are one with God, and a …

Conversations about life with an existential viewpoint. A life with satisfaction and joy without a belief in "something more" flourishes best in a supportive community. This meet-up group seeks to build such a community.

This group is intended to act as a community calendar for practitioners in the various Internal Martial Arts such Tai Chi, Ba Gua, Xing Yi, Qi Gong, and additional internal arts philosophy and techniques. Please join this group to be notified of new classes or events. If you offer classes in Dawson, Forsyth, Lumpkin, or Hall Counties and would like to post to our calendar, please send a request by email. Our intent is to promote community awareness of the Internal Martial Arts and connect member …