These mission-to-mission walks are open to all who enjoy nature, art, history. And walking. Though many of the walks are between 16-22 miles, they're set at a reasonable pace and are easy to train for.   Why'd You Start the Group? Long story short: In March 2011 I walked 330 miles of the Camino de Santiago, a 1,200 year-old pilgrimage route in Spain. I lived with very little for 3 weeks. I experienced nature, art, and history. I met people from all around the world on the same simple quest - to …

Hello Welcome to the San Francisco Meetup Group on “Buddhist Study & Meditation Discovering the Mind's Potential”. We are a group of friendly, sincere, warm-hearted Buddhist practitioners studying Mahayana & Vajrayana Buddhism, who are dedicated to providing both newcomers to Buddhism as well as established practitioners an opportunity to study, learn, & practice the Buddhist teachings. Buddhism is an insightful and inspiring journey to discover the true nature of ourselves and the nature of …

This group is created to help those of us who have attended HBCUs to 'meetup' and fellowship. Let's discover the best art galleries, lounges, bars, movies, etc. TOGETHER. The hope is that we eventually venture into finding ways for young Bay Area minds to attend HBCUs as well. This will be a FUN and EGO-FREE group of beautiful people who find ways to take what HBCU life gave to us AND share with others. I LOVED my HBCU experience and I hope you did too! Let's talk, compare, have fun, and s …

Join us in discovering the many amazing ways you can use essential oils in your life. We will learn how plant-derived, therapeutic-grade essential oils can help you achieve maximum physical and emotional vitality, health and wellness. Essential oils have been used for throughout history for thousands of years in many cultures for their therapeutic benefits with many positive results. Come experience, heal, share, become inspired and empowered by learning about essential oils!

Facilitated by: Krista Rhinehart When: Every Tuesday at 6:30-8 pm March 6- May 22. Cost: $25 per session and $50 for one day-long retreat Where: 310 3rd ave. San Francisco, CA 94118 This group will be a gathering of women who would like to journey on a path towards healing and reclaiming their true nature. Each of us contain our own individual woundings, but as women many of us inherited the deep wound to the divine feminine. Growing up in a patriarchy where much of the feminine has not been nur …

We're connecting the Bay Area community to leading social and educational events. Events are hosted at Gathering Thyme in Marin and other venues. The goal is to educate and support the health and wellness of our diverse Bay Area community. We are committed to helping you discover your natural ability to care for your health and the health of your family, friends and community. We do this through our high quality FREE weekly events as well as affordable educational programs. We host speakers from …

Real Dharma is an open group for meditation, dialogue and inquiry for the purpose of awakening to our true nature. When we discover our true nature we find the basic natural state of nondual freedom, clarity and peace. We are inspired by the great Buddhist teachings of Prajnaparamita, Dzogchen and Mahamudra, as well as the Hindu tradition of Advaita Vedanta. The group is led by Hal Blacker, a Buddhist lineage holder and ordained teacher, and a teacher of Advaita Vedanta. Nonsectarian, non-author …

… In these bi-weekly sessions, we will explore:  Learn unheard of meditation techniques that bring immediate results Learn to overcome stress, anxiety, restlessness and bad habits through simple and transformative paradigms Discover why (and how) we are born and where we are going Learn hard-to-find esoteric techniques for spiritual growth Discover innovative ways to relate to yourself and to the world Learn things about yourself that even you don't know about Understand the nature …

With Laughter Yoga, hilarity brings clarity! Like physical yoga, breath and presence is of the essence. But, in Laughter Yoga our exercises are about movement rather than postures. And, our breath and movement are fueled by laughter! My name is Tommy Westerfield, and I am a Certified Laughter Yoga Instructor. I received my training at the American School of Laughter Yoga in Los Angeles in 2009. What I love about Laughter Yoga is you don't need to be happy, or have a sense of humor, or even have …

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 reali …

"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 migh …

We explore all aspects of digital SLR photography, from working with great models using natural light, on- and off-camera flash, and studio lights to technical instructions on exposure, color management, and Photoshop. Have you ever been excited by what you see on your camera's LCD just to discover when you get home that your images are drab & lifeless? Or maybe you've mastered your camera with & without flash and you're looking to take your skills to the next level using multiple off-camera fl …

Facilitated by: Krista Rhinehart When: Every Tuesday at 6:00-7:30 pm Cost: $25 per session and $50 for one day-long retreat Where: 310 3rd ave. San Francisco, CA 94118 This group will be a gathering of women who would like to journey on a path towards healing and reclaiming their true nature. Each of us contains our own individual wounding, but as women, many of us inherited these deep wounds to our divine feminine. Living in a culture that has repressed the feminine has made it difficult for wo …

Chakra Trance Journey is an ancient shamanic and yogic form of Healing, Empowerment, and Meditative Presence. Let your body-wisdom guide you. Disconnect from the internal dialogue, and move naturally into deep movement. Feel directly the powerful energies that reside within your miraculous body. Breathe deep, move free, and BE. This dynamic meditation is completely unique and personal to each individual. We dance with eyes closed and embark upon our own inner journey of transformation. A …

BECOMING A DREAM PIONEER There is a leader within each and every one of us. We just have to naturally tune into our unique potential and follow our inner guidance.  Begin to bridge the gap between your conscious / superconscious / subconscious awareness. Become aware of your multidimensional self. By developing an intuitive dialogue with your dreamer, you will project this shift onto your waking reality because they are connected. Learn to maneuver consciously through your dreams and in your wak …

… Some of us have already been meeting and are discovering our deep desire to support each other in having a fully lived and expressed life.  We intend to live New Culture values as we will be teaching them.  Some of them include love and care for Nature and animals, Transparency in communication, respect for the sacredness of each persons free will, recognition of the sacredness of sexuality and pleasure, and Nonviolent Communication.  To read some of the most beautiful, encouraging  free artic …