The Open Way Gathering Spiritual Heart & Inquiry with Cory Bright We will do a short meditation.  Then sit, share and dialogue on the true nature of who we are as Open Awareness.  A nondual oriented sharing that you can find similarities in Buddhism, Zen, A Course in Miracles, Advaita, Eckhart Tolle,  Adyashanti, Bryon Katie, Deepak, Wayne Dyer, Candice O'Denver Marriane Williamson, Landmark Education, Mooji, Tony Parsons, Rupert Spira .... J. Krishnamurti, Ramana Maharshi, Nissargadatta etc. …

Maum Meditation uses a logical and unique method to subtract the human mind which is an accumulation of pictures from the past. The human mind is always changing and is always trying to add more desirable experiences and conditions. There is no end to this addition, so it is a stressful and busy mind. The way to find peace and clarity is to know the original mind, the universe mind, by consciously taking the time to subtract the past that has been recorded and stored within the body and mind. N …

The Open Way Gathering Spiritual Heart & Inquiry with Cory Bright We will do a short meditation.  Then sit, share and dialogue on the true nature of who we are as Open Awareness.  A nondual oriented sharing that you can find similarities in Buddhism, Zen, A Course in Miracles, Advaita, Eckhart Tolle,  Adyashanti, Bryon Katie, Deepak, Wayne Dyer, Candice O'Denver Marriane Williamson, Landmark Education, Mooji, Tony Parsons, Rupert Spira .... J. Krishnamurti, Ramana Maharshi, Nissargadatta etc. …

You thought I was going to say "Because the bible says so"... NOPE!!! What is science? Good science includes evidence that is testable, demonstrable, observable, measurable, repeatable, etc. So why do we insist on holding onto hypothesis like evolution when all we ever observe or demonstrate prove evolution is impossible. You won't find anybody saying "because the bible says so" in this discussion unless it comes from an evolutionist! lol No, here Young Earth Creationists pose hard facts already …

Welcome my name is Senita and I have started this meet up group to help others like me who are in need of a challenge workout. Its a 1 hour motivating group circuit traning class.It will have your blood pumping and your heart going and your able to do it at your own pace and still get a good workout. In the class we would be doing cardio training, isometrics, plyometrics, strength & flexibility training,and much more all levels are welcomed.The classes are indoor and outdoor, we are trained by P …

Sick of setting goals but not meeting them? .. of having aspirations and desires but not the balls or perseverance to reach them without giving up or getting distracted? .. of desiring closeness but sabotaging it or pushing away? "Self Sabotage is when we say we want something and then go about making sure it doesn't happen." GET OUT OF YOUR OWN WAY You will open to more ease and aliveness through: - learning to recognize self sabotaging forces/ voices/ behaviors - gaining tools to manage th …

What is App School? App School is a local based meetup community dedicated to helping people learn to develop apps. We meet in Downtown San Francisco for a free Getting Started with iOS class. During this class we help beginners get the Xcode environment installed on their machine and show them how an app is made in real time. We also offer free Office Hours with some of the best developers in the bay area. So come in learn something new, get a bug fixed, or just come to meet others. We love to …

Are you a busy working single parent? Do you feel like balancing life between your hectic work schedule and raising your children makes it difficult to find time to breathe?  On top of it all, would you still like to get out and have fun with the kids? Well, here is your chance to fulfill that desire and meet other Single Parents in your area who can relate to you and your lifestyle! This is YOUR time to get out and meet other single parents and their kids, make new friends, share your experienc …

I'm starting this group for SF-based riders who want to share rides to various trails (e.g. Tamarancho, China Camp, Annadel, Skeggs, Wilder Ranch, Henry Coe, etc.), mostly for weekend rides, but I would also like to do some group after-work weekday evening or night rides in the area. There are already several Bay Area mountain biking meetup groups (and I belong to most of them) but I thought it would be good idea to have a resource for SF-based riders to use to organize rides starting form SF or …

Does the thought of a low carb diet put you in a panic? Do you always think about where your next big bowl of noodles will come from? Is your idea of the perfect breakfast a big platter of pan-fried dumplings? You are a noodle whore. Join me and other noodle whores on our quest to find the perfect bowl of ramen, pho, soup noodles, laksa, dongchimi guksu, mac n cheese, and the currently uber-trendy spaghetti and meatballs. Please feel free to recommend your favorite noodle joint. GROUP MEMB …

I find it extremely difficult to find group of people that has the same passion for the written word as I do. If you do not want to drive half an hour, over three bridges, and sit in traffic for who knows how long, this may be the group for you. The patrons of this group should be open-minded to all forms of writing, yes even sci-fi, as well as, being open to honest but respectful feedback from the group. Publishers and editors are welcome, or if your just new in town and want to hear local writ …

Are you looking to improve your leadership skills? Does the idea of speaking in public give you the chills? Gain new skills and conquer your fears with the fun and friendly Sierra Speakers Toastmasters. Visit us on any Thursday night and see how we train and mentor our members in a friendly atmosphere to become successful meeting organizers, leaders and public speakers. We're part of a worldwide organization (Toastmasters International) -- that helps members practice with valuable, thoughtful, a …

Join us in an Inquiry Circle to do The Work of Byron Katie in a small, supportive setting. When: 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month from 7:30 pm to 8:45 Where: 1300 Grand Street, Alameda 94501 Gently and lovingly inquire into troubling thoughts -- thoughts like "I made a mistake" -- "I need him to love me" -- "She should respect me more" -- "I need to figure out what to do." Leave feeling lighter and freer and more in touch with your compassion for yourself and others. Simple yet profoun …

This is the Bay Area alliance of cupcakes take the cake originally started by Cheryl of http://cupcakeblog.com.  As a newly stepped up organizer, I would like to expand this group to share thoughts desserts (not just cupcakes) tasting, baking and decorating technique. Bake-and-Taste Meetups The first meetup was great. A bunch of us met in a park with our homemade cupcakes and tasted away. We caused quite a scene! The plan is to have one of these meet-ups every season or 4 times a year - two in S …

What is supportive of a healthy body, mind, heart, spirit, relationship, family, community and society. Here you will find support for and learn what is life-giving in every aspect of our lives, culture and society. Not just nutritionally for example, but emotionally, spiritually, in our relationships, at work, in our physical activity, in our thoughts, in how we relate to one another, etc No dogmas, just learning what supports our bodies, our life and our world. Gatherings, classes, workshops a …

DO YOU LIVE WITHIN THE CROCKER HIGHLANDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL BOUNDARY IN OAKLAND? DO YOU HAVE A CHILD BETWEEN 0 - 5 YEARS OLD? Hi Neighbors! We are new to Crocker Highlands, and thought this group would be a good way to meet neighbors and give our children the chance to become friends before they become classmates. We realize that for some of your children, elementary school may be several (if not many) years away. We are hopeful that this group will serve as an opportunity for babies, toddlers an …

Free Your Mind - The Open Way - The Open Way Gathering Open Heart Oneness Nondual Inquiry with Cory Bright We embrace all paths that elude to... in whatever way... the truth that we are not separate beings and what we are is beyond our apparently self imposed images, perceptions, stories, concepts. It is called Nonduality-Oneness and is the core of all spirituality including Zen, Buddhism, meditation and what is true in all "religion"and Spirituality!! Look See NOW! It is what we already are. …

Are you ready to shed the excess weight for good? Have you tried everything to lose weight, but are still not successful no matter what you do? Then this group is for you! During our sessions you will learn the exact method that has helped many people                                                 lose weight and keep it off permanently. BEST YET..... you DO NOT need to "attend" a meeting,  we can do our sessions over the phone or via Skype (which is best). I have many clients who have tried …

Its now 2013 and after a hiatus we're getting the group back on track so hope to see you all there on Tuesdays! Best, Jessa What is Coworking? Coworking is redefining the way we do work. The idea is simple: that independent professionals, freelancers, and those with workplace flexibility work better together than they do alone.¹ Coworking answers the question that so many face when working from home: “Why isn’t this as fun as I thought it would be?” Beyond just creating better places to work, co …

About Mindfulness Exercises: The practice of self regulation, of the autonomic nervous system We teach integrated mind-body mental exercises to trigger a natural parasympathetic response in the autonomic nervous system. This response releases powerful neurochemicals (biochemicals) that regulate the immune system. Regulation of the immune system transforms the human body at the cellular level. This natural transformation affects our view, how we feel, and ultimately our perception of reality, …

This group was started because my book club never read the books. We decided to go to the theatre and have a discussion after the show. Town Hall thought it was a great idea and it's now an official theatre event that includes a talk back with the cast a free glass of wine. Go to www.townhalltheatre.com for more information. You can usually show a few minutes before the show and buy your tickets at the box office.

Simple yet profound, Byron Katie’s Inquiry is a powerful approach that allows us to challenge self-defeating thoughts and transform anger, depression, and judgment into empowering change in our lives—freeing us to live more fully and with more joy. Join us in an Inquiry Circle to do The Work of Byron Katie in a small, supportive setting on 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month. These groups are an opportunity to shift the way we experience our life and relationships with The Work’s four questi …

The Bay Area Open Sangha exists to allow people to practice and study the Buddhadharma, the teachings of the Buddha, without concern for sectarianism or the historical lines between traditions of Buddhism. This is not to say that these lines are ignored and traditions are mixed without reflection or regard to their conflicts. The Buddha taught many ways to practice the Dharma and his teachings have come down over two and half thousand years to this day. Many of the differences in doctrine and pr …

Our purpose is to create a public forum where believers in Jesus Christ and those seeking to learn more about The Father, The Son and The Holy Ghost can meet up to help spread awareness about Global Tyranny. There are evils we see physically and there are evils we battle spiritually. This group will show how they're connected. All evil being done ultimately comes from the evil one, the devil. The only way to defeat this evil within yourself is through the teachings of Jesus Christ, which ultimat …

This is a group for people living in Nob hill area and surroundings like 'tendernob', Russian hill and North beach etc to meet other people in the neighborhood and do things locally. Actually the real reason is, I moved to the Nob hill area recently and looking to meet people in the neighborhood ;) So thought I should do something to get people living closeby to meet each other to do things with. I'll try to do some happy hours, but feel free to suggest/post anything that is fun. Feel free to …

This group is all about practicing meditations which brings immediate results. We discover what enlightenment (or awakening) means to us and how we can achieve it as quickly as we can. Fusing traditional spiritual techniques and modern philosophical understanding, Lokesh will show you the way how each one of us is born to live in an enlightened state of being all the time. With understanding comes awakening. And this is an opportunity to experience the unknown and live an awakened life. As spiri …