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, …

Awakened Living is a 21st century movement for people who consider themselves spiritual, but not religious, and have a deep hunger for personal and global transformation. We are a diverse group of like-minded people dedicated to joyous celebration, spiritual practice, and connected community. Our mission is to encourage and inspire the awakening of human consciousness. Awakened Living does not rely on a dogma or a prescribed set of beliefs. We feel it is more valuable to ask the right questio …

Hey Everyone! Meet people who are interested in organic, raw, whole foods, and conscious fitness (pilates, yoga and dance)! Come to a Meetup to have fun, share recipes, discuss food, sweat, breathe, smile, make new friends, get inspired and motivated! Anyone interested in living a conscious organic life and meeting others who are passionate about food, health and fitness are welcome! I am deeply dedicated to the mission of helping people transform their health, while treading light on the planet …

This group is about bringing together a community of Consultants across all domains who are passionate about consulting to make new contacts, friends and network. Whether you're a past, present or future consultant this group is right for you! I expect this group to be dynamic with many exciting upcoming events Mission Statement:- Connecting global minds at a professional and personal level successfully and making every encounter in the group a memorable experience! Values:- Friendly and cult …

NOTICE: October 2012: This group has relocated from New York to San Francisco. Prior meetings were held in NY but future meetings are being held now in SF. **** The purpose of this group is to read a philosophical text and then have some great, engaging, thought-provoking discussion about it in an appropriate public or private venue. Please also check out our sister group: SF Film & Philosophy, where we watch and discuss films in light of a text: http://www.meetup.com/cinephile/ **** "To philoso …

‘’If I had to limit my advice on healthier living to just one tip, it would be simply to learn how to breathe correctly. From my own experience and from working with patients, I have come to believe that proper breathing is the master key to good health.’’ - Andrew Weil, M.D., author of Natural Health, Natural Medicine This  group is created to support breathing ( and eating) practice that helps us to breathe (and Eat) properly and deepen the nurturing and healing aspect of breath. Breath is l …

Biodanza, which means Dance of Life, is a system that integrates music, movement and authentic interactions to provide experiences of intense perception of being alive in the here-and-now. These experiences are known as "vivencias", coined from the Spanish root: vivir (to live). Vivencias are doors to access primal emotions and help movement emerge that is the most natural expression of your true self. Vivencias follow the organic movements of life—its biological rhythms, the pulse of the heart, …

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 …

Yoga Mob is a group of individuals who together believe that donation-based services offered selflessly to the community will help bring about a powerful shift from a consumer-based economy, to a generosity-based economy.  We believe a community of increased love, generosity, and selflessness naturally leads to a community of greater wealth and spiritual abundance for one and all. Yoga Mob's primary offering is donation-based yoga classes in the San Francisco Bay Area, though meditation classes, …

"Where Europeans and Europhiles can meet and make friends" The aim of this group is to bring together internationally-minded people with a European affinity. Through convivial cross-cultural social gatherings we are building a vibrant circle of cosmopolitan friends who meet, talk, exchange experiences, practice their language skills, or just relax and feel at home. Anyone born in Europe or who has lived there or has some other strong European connection is welcome. If an expatriate, you might ha …

Beyond Academics Young Homeschoolers (B.A.Y. Homeschoolers) not only provides activities for homeschooling families, but offers support, advice, encouragement, and most importantly life-long friendships all while having fun! This group is designed for younger homeschooled children ages 2-8 years old. Younger and older siblings are welcome too! It is a great way to meet other local families that are taking the responsibility for educating their children by using resources in the home and communit …

While this group is primarily intended for lesbians over fifty, it is open to all hikers regardless of age, gender, and sexual orientation. Our goal is to bring open-minded people together to appreciate the amazing outdoor environment that surrounds us in the Bay Area. We plan to schedule hikes in the 5-8 mile range, plus an occasional 10-miler. Join us and make new friends while enjoying nature. For the safety of hikers and to protect the environment, RSVP’s will be limited for each event. Par …

This group is for girls in their 20's who are looking to make long-lasting and gratifying friendships. You may think this an odd title for a group of this sort, so allow me to share a story. This quote is from one of my all-time favorite books, The Perks of Being a Wallflower, but that's not what I think of when I hear it. In my spring semester of 2011, I studied abroad in Rome and made friends with two amazing girls. These girls and I found that our common ground was a crazy thirst for life and …

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 …

The goal of the San Francisco Wingman/Woman Group is to practice meeting & attracting people and is designed to improve your dating and social skills and teach you the secrets of attraction. We meet regularly since practice makes perfect so we'll be doing some "in-field" practice by going out to public venues, whether on the street, at malls, and coffee shops during the day ("Daygame") or at night clubs, bars and lounges in the evenings ("Nightgame") to meet new people, interact and get useful, …

"Climb the mountains and get their good tidings. Nature's peace will flow into you as sunshine flows into trees. The winds will blow their own freshness into you, and the storms their energy, while cares will drop away from you like the leaves of Autumn." - John Muir This is a meetup for women who love the outdoors and seek the company of other women for day hiking and other outdoor activities. The objective is for women who are alums, supporters, or friends of Call of the Wild Adventures, Inc. …

Let's face it, we all could use more playtime, whether you're a dog or human, and our dogs can never get too much socialization and exercise.  It's in their nature to want to be social, and more active they are, healthier they will be (mentally and physically), same goes for us humans!  :) This group will meet regularly, dedicated to doing fun hikes or long walks in beautiful locations all around in and around San Francisco Bay Area. The goal is to have a regular calendar of events going so the …

This group is the largest Law of Attraction Meetup Group in Northern Calfornia and is a solid community where people can connect and participate in really fun, high vibrational, feel good activities based around the teachings of the Law of Attraction. If you have watched The Secret and/or have read books by Abraham-Hicks and want to connect with others on this path join us. The Law of Attraction and Abraham have totally changed my life and I am so happy that my intention to create this amazing c …

NextSpace is the workplace for the new economy. We provide innovative physical and virtual infrastructure that freelancers, entrepreneurs, and creative class professionals need to succeed in the 21st century knowledge economy. In an increasingly disconnected world, NextSpace creates a collaborative community that is revolutionizing the nature of work. Our business model is simple: NextSpace sells membership in that collaborative community. Our members come from a wide variety of industries: sof …

The year is 2012. You are in San Francisco. You are ready to awaken. Actually, you've been awakening. You’ve read spiritual books and maybe attended meetings and retreats. You love Awakening Conversations that deepens your Presence. You are ready to give up ego, drama, suffering, mirages, and unconscious relationships. The ego is not as ready to give up sometimes. We can together create this space to return to peace. You want to find inner peace, conscious loving and continue on your next step i …

If you've ever wondered what it is that makes a photograph great—or more important, how you can make a great photograph—here's your opportunity to learn from our experts. National Geographic's renowned photographers shed light on every phase of the art and science of picture taking. As a member of this group, you'll be the first to learn about exciting workshops, seminars, and other events in the Bay Area and beyond that will teach you how to judge and control natural light to your advantage, fi …

Tending the Fire Within: A Therapy Group for Men In This group we will embrace and explore issues that men often find themselves struggling with. Together we will share and learn to work with our anger, humiliation, grief, loneliness, and sense of power in order to create lives with more passion and connection. By supporting each other’s experience, we will dive more deeply into our own expressions of masculinity and learn how we can feel more alive by holding our issues with compassion and hear …

This is a group for anyone interested in improving their health and vision! If you believe that not everything is fixed with surgeries and drugs, The School for Self-Healing is for you! SFSH is a non-profit school that teaches and provides movement work, massage, and vision therapy in San Francisco as well as around the globe for a wide variety of disorders, diseases and injuries. We provide private Sessions, free and low-cost public Workshops, as well as Training in the Self-Healing Method. Fre …

Moving Laughing and Dancing Circle for Meditation -awakening in ``Spirit`` as ``Spirit`` This Circle was created with the aim to support our awakening and healing process and spiritual practices . This Circle is a community of loving, caring people who love truth, beauty and goodness. The Circle provides a safe, loving and empowering space for awakening to unfold in all types of people; in their body, mind and spirit through various tools of movement, dance and meditation. Our practices comes …

Em-BODY Your Greatness! Although we are not given a manual on how to effectively take care of the body, to be happy, healthy, and free of disease is possible. The more I learn, the more that I realize that the body is one of the easiest things to correct and "make healthy". The thing is: the body can affect our spirit, our mind, and our emotions. It is our vessel throughout life! I have been more consistent with my workouts, and have noticed an incredible positive difference in my mood. That com …