We are a group of multi-level people interested in the study of Philosophy. We sit around debating or discussing at length topics from metaphysics, epistemology, ethics, and logic. We meet every week, meetings on Skype and at a restaurant (addressing the same topic) are alternating every other week. New texts are always discussed first on Skype, attending both or either of the two types of meetings is encouraged. Probably the best way to learn about us is to check out our past events in the "Pas …

Discuss ideas and issues in the philosophy of mind.

This meetup is for people in the Greater Boston area who want to explore Eastern philosophy and meet like-minded friends. No prior knowledge is expected, just curiosity and an open mind.  Members and non-members with special interests are welcome to lead discussions, give talks or propose outings and events related to Buddhism, Taoism, or Confucianism. Just email your ideas to the organizer. Please note that lectures must be based on documented sources, and religious proselytizing should be ke …

… The club offers a variety of interesting venues to achieve its mission:  Creative conversational formats Philosophical films shown in private function rooms or private homes accompanying lunch or dinner Discussions on works in literature and philosophy from classic to contemporary Topical discussions over brunch, lunch or dinner Guest speakers (lectures, authors, etc.) Adventure walks (long philosophical ruminations while walking nature trails or strolling city streets) Purely social events or …

  This site used to be Boxing Arts, but has been broadened to include other arts which men have always pursued: Boxing, Hunting, Building and so on. Philosopher Herbert Spencer (1820-1903) probably said it best in the quote above .. repeated again: "Every man is warrior, hunter, fisherman, tool-maker, builder … " -  First Principles (1862)  Every man should be, anyway. : : : "The society which scorns excellence in plumbing as a humble activity and tolerates shoddiness in philosophy becaus …

… ~ ~ ~ "Every man is warrior, hunter, fisherman, tool-maker, builder … " - First Principles by Herbert Spencer (1820-1903) "The society which scorns excellence in plumbing as a humble activity and tolerates shoddiness in philosophy because it is an exalted activity will have neither good plumbing nor good philosophy ... neither its pipes nor its theories will hold water." John W. Gardner ~ ~ ~ For Social & Educational Events, see The Cambridge Moveable Feast: http://www.meetup.com/Cambridge …

Introduction into the energy mastering and manipulation of the ancient esoteric system called Shou Tao. Shou Tao predates Taoism and carries a root set of principles, methods and philosophy that Taoism was later founded on. Unlike Taoism Shou Tao never was a religion and is based on a realistic and pragmatic views of life. The purpose of this group is to organize regular practice of chi gong using Shou Tao methods and approaches. Such inseparable parts of Shou Tao are healing, herbalism, meditat …

… Each of these words describes any one person, philosophy or doctrine that has the general belief in something beyond matter, something that survives the death of the body, somehow. Hence, Spiritism, a neologism to denominate a new spiritualist philosophy that was compiled from Spirits' teachings in 19th century-France, by Allan Kardec. If you want to learn more about the history of how Spiritism and other modern spiritualist philosophies were born, "The History of Spiritualism" by Arthur C. Doyl …

… With over 40 years of experience in both the philosophy and practice of Bhakti Yoga there is, quite simply, no other organization in all of New England with the knowledge and abilty to teach Bhakti Yoga in all its vibrancy and devotion.   The Bhakti Yoga Academy offers certification courses in the 4 aspects of  Bhakti Yoga.   1) Bhakti Philosophy/Lifestyle 2) Bhakti Cooking 3) Bhakti Music 4) Bhakti Worship   Obtaining 108 course credits is required to become a certified Bhakti Yoga Instructor. …

… In addition to secular studies he learned to read and write Sanskrit, became fluent in the local language and completed in-depth studies and courses in Hindu philosophy, culture and music.  Andre received Vaisnava initiation into Bhakti Yoga in 1990 at the age of 17 and received the name Maha Visnu. He was then ordained as a Vaisnava priest in the authorized Vaisnava lineage of the Brahma-Madhva-Gaudiya Sampradaya. Of the four Vaisnava Sampradayas (philosophical disciplines) this Sampradaya …

Socializing for Justice (SoJust) is all about building a cross-cultural, cross-issue progressive community, network and movement in Boston based on the Philosophy of Abundance. We're doing it by putting the SOCIAL back in SOCIAL JUSTICE. We host events twice a month to meet each other and make connections. No Program. No Speaker. Just Us. Newcomers always welcomed! **You must be a member to RSVP or post an event on the message board. Not a member? It's free to join - share as much or as little …

Meet other Boston-area fans of author Ayn Rand and her philosophy, Objectivism -- a philosophy of reason and rational self-interest that holds man's life as an end in itself and man's happiness as his highest moral purpose.

This is a newly formed teaching chapter of the Science of Mind Principles founded by Dr. Ernest Holmes. Mission Statement: The Center for Spiritual Living Boston Teaching Chapter  is a gathering place where heightened consciousness, expanded knowledge, and personal enlightment are revealed through guiding, inspiring, and teaching the Principles and Practices of the Science of Mind philosophy. Vision Statement: The Center for Spiritual Living Boston Teaching Chapter  is a warm, safe, diverse, …

The Goshinkan dojo brings Yoshinkan-style Aikido to Newton, Massachusetts in suburban Boston. We are the only school of this style in New England, which emphasizes traditional Aikido movement, functional martial arts techniques and modern Japanese warrior philosophies of peace and harmony through balance and flexibility. We are affiliated with Doshinkan Aikido International. The Doshinkan headquarters school is based in Philadelphia, and lead by Yukio Utada Kancho (7th dan). Utada Kancho named a …

… Opportunities in business, in medicine, in military applications; challenges in ethics, science, philosophy, and so on.

… Our philosophy is that if you want to do something, it’s worth doing at the best of your ability! Our culture consists of a diverse group of guys who bond together by one fervent passion: we love to sing and we believe that changing lives through music is worth the hard work and determination asked of us in Sounds of Concord. We work hard individually outside of rehearsal to learn the notes and words to our songs, so that rehearsal time can be spent molding our individual abilities i …