The pressing demands of earning a living and other commitments can make it seem as if there’s no space for anything or anyone else. Practical Philosophy shows that, despite appearances, space and freedom are always available, and can be found. Then the view enlarges, both of ourselves and of the world in which we live. By experiencing this bigger picture, things change. Life becomes more fulfilling and happier. Its challenges remain, but they are seen and dealt with in a clearer, more effectiv …

This group will act as a think tank on the practical issues in the development of the strategy, formation, and mission of an EcoCitizens “presentfuture” model of addressing the exponential increase and fair proliferation of technology. Please read the following Preliminary Mission Statement: EcoCitizens’ mission is to guide the global citizenry through the exponential advancement of technology across multiple sectors as it is employed to save, enhance, and re-define human life and the environmen …

The great philosopher Socrates took Philosophy out of the realms of the elite-few and into the streets where, by promoting a method of inquiry among individuals, he challenged them to examine their own beliefs. Thus ensued an unraveling process for the individual, away from the world of appearances, towards Truth. Inspired by Socrates and in celebration of World Philosophy Day, a bunch of us Lovers of Wisdom created Philo-café. We aspire to conduct a similar Socratic dialogue, to bring together …

Idealists & Rationals of Boston Would you rather talk about concepts and ideas than the latest movies, trends, and small talk? Do you desire either a strong intellectual or emotional connection - or both - with the friends that you meet? This group was created for you! Please Note: If @ any time you have a question or would like more information contact Madeleine Kando @ 781-454-9286 . You can also text her your number and she will text you updates on the group - anytime there is a new meeting …

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, …

We are respectful Traditional minded Catholics who love and attend the Tridentine Mass, and recognize the current Pope to be the Vicar of Christ. We are and want to continue being serious about the Catholic Faith. We don't want to fall prey to liberalism, subjectivism, modernism or secularism. Fighting the battle alone is bad business; so this group is here to help us strengthen one another in every activity we perform. Let's be fellow pilgrims and friends, first bound on the highest level - the …

“The Path of Purification” (Visuddhimagga) is regarded as the most detailed manual for meditators. It systematically summarizes and interprets the teaching of the Buddha and the meditation methods contained in the Pali Tipitaka. The manual comprises the Buddhist essential Threefold Training in discipline, meditation and wisdom. The teacher and meditation instructor of this study, Venerable Dhammadipa (Fa Yao), presently the abbot of Chuang Yen Monastery, has been ordained as a Buddhist monk sinc …

Life Explorers introduces a different self-discovery, spiritual, or relaxation practice each meeting. The goal is to introduce explorers, seekers, curious minds & hearts to the wide variety of life enhancing practices and exercises out there. Whether you come to expand your spirit, the joy and ease in your life, your knowledge of cultures, your inspiration and creativity, your self-understanding or your level of relaxation, you are welcome. Come and learn something new with us! For starters, top …

We're group for Worcester-Area Atheists to meet and socialize with like-minded people. We can talk politics, religion, and philosophy if you like.

Social Philosophizers is a social club for those who desire intellectual stimulation as a social enhancer.  It is a club for both singles and non singles, and for anyone who finds intellectual mingling to be one of the best forms of social mingling. 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 philosop …

-Mission statement: It is my sincere hope this club will be a haven for those who have tried to find worthwhile people in all the usual places (clubs, bars, parties, conventions) and only came up empty. I want myself and the club members to truly take life back and live a sensible, humane, warm, compassionate, artful, and full life again in this country. I am forming this club largely as a reaction (and hopefully solution) to the declining quality of human interaction in the US. I have my the …

The Valley Boys is a social group for gay men in the Merrimack Valley, and Southern New Hampshire area.  The philosophy of the group is to create a judgment-free atmosphere, where people respect one another and where everyday guys can share good times. Our events are wide-ranging, from bowling to house parties, movie nights to day trips. Our members range in age from mid-20s to late-60's. We typically have on average 30-50 active members at any given time. The group is structured so that it's re …

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 …

The Allan Kardec Spiritist Society of Massachusetts is a non-profit organization that has been dedicated to the dissemination and practice of Spiritism in Somerville, MA since 1990. Study Groups. A Spiritism study group meets every Tuesday at 7:30pm, followed by spiritual passes therapy. These meetings are open to the general public. MeetUps. Periodically we will select a topic of general interest to develop under the light of Spiritism. The goal is to meet like minded people, study Spiritism …

The Greater Boston Zen Center, located in Cambridge, offers an extensive schedule of Zen Buddhist meditation practice and periodic Zen meditation retreats. The Center also offers meditation classes. The Greater Boston Zen Center is an affiliate of Boundless Way Zen. We offer one-day meditation retreats at our location in Cambridge, and multi-day meditation retreats at the Boundless Way Zen temple in Worcester, MA. Classes in various topics in Zen and Buddhism are also offered. We also have a sis …

Welcome to Maha's Meetups! My name is Maha. I have quite a few interests and several passions which I enjoy sharing with others. Rather than creating a Meetup group for each one I figured I'd simply put them all in one place! (It's also cheaper!) The meetups here reflect my personal interests and so a suggestion to have a Boston Red Sox party is simply not going to happen! :) Current Maha Meetups: Maha Kirtan Gita Yoga Pickup Soccer Movie Night Detailed Descriptions: 1) Maha Kirtan Maha Kirt …

I have practiced Raja Yoga for many years, and it has brought tremendous benefits in my life; such as true Peace and Happiness. Raja Yoga combines both, the practice of meditation and a body of spiritual knowledge.  All together bring the real benefits of Peace and Happiness. Raja Yoga Meditation is not based on physical exercises, rather mental exercises.  It is based on the awareness of the spiritual and positive nature of the self.  It provides with the understanding of our powerful faculties …

The Boston network of EnlightenNext is a committed group of individuals who are dedicated to changing the cultural conversation about the purpose and significance of spiritual enlightenment in our time. At the heart of EnlightenNext Boston is the teaching of Evolutionary Enlightenment. Developed by Andrew Cohen, an internationally respected spiritual teacher and cultural visionary, it is a spiritual philosophy that brings the timeless depth of enlightened wisdom into the twenty-first century and …