The Greater Philadelphia Thinking Society is a Meetup group that brings together a variety of people for stimulating and civically minded conversations. Meetups include a reoccurring Sunday morning discussion where members join in a relaxing setting to meet thoughtful people who are willing to discuss a variety of topics suggested by our members including: current events, science, technology, nature, design, philosophy, politics, religion, business, culture, literature and art. We also host soci …

Welcome all! This meetup group is for people of all ages and backgrounds to connect with other like-minded and kind-hearted people. Are you spiritually open or awakening? No matter what your path, lineage, tradition or religion may be or become -- you've found your meetup home! This group is not about leading anyone toward any one particular "truth," we just provide opportunities for members to connect, explore, and create community.  We only ask you to be respectful of the culture and beliefs …

To bring together all those who think freely.  This group is inclusive and welcomes all walks of life, so long as those who participate have an open and tolerant mind.  Atheist, agnostic, possibilian, or theist; come have an engaging conversation with people from all walks of life over a cup of coffee or tea. We meet on the first Tuesday of every month at 7PM EST. See our 'About' section! (Note: ABE stands for Allentown, Bethlehem, and Easton; the Lehigh Valley)

This is a casual group that has begun around the question, "What is postmodernism?" We welcome anyone with curious mind and a desire to contribute. We delve into introductory topics in 20th and 21st century philosophy as a springboard to addressing the larger questions of philosophy and culture.

We offer Tai Chi, meditation, and Yoga classes in Princeton, NJ and surrounding areas. A core part of our practice is the Taoist philosophy of Wuwei – usually translated as “not-doing” or “not-doing doing”. We interpret Wuwei to mean that by not interfering with our own action, the most optimal action can be achieved. So although we are externally practicing some form of Tai Chi, meditation, Yoga, etc., the real practice is letting go of our own blockages and interferences. We strongly emphasize …

Just a few people who like to informally read philosophy and talk about philosophy and drink beer. Those up for a short philsophical readings and a good-natured bi-weekly happy hour discussion should join us!

Spiritual Philadelphia organized by DJ Verbena Spiritual Philadelphia is a recreation club and social network for spiritual adults that embrace the conscious path of living life to the fullest. This dynamic group comes with a wide and diverse set of spiritual backgrounds, such as metaphysics, new age, old age, meditation, philosophy, law of attraction, course in miracles, yoga, and many others. The purpose of this group is to come together to connect and have fun. This could include games, sport …

This is a group for anyone interested in improving or maintaining health, nutritarian lifestyle, juicing, Dr. Joel Fuhrman, Eat to Live, Joe Cross, Fat, Sick and Nearly Dead, learning how to make delicious nutritarian & juice recipes, weight loss, etc. I started this group because Joe Cross and Dr. Fuhrman inspired me to regain my health and in the past year my husband and I have each lost over 100 lbs! So now I'd like to pay it forward and help others looking to get and stay healthy! I also hop …

Welcome to South Jersey Drinking Skeptically. The concept and purpose of this group is pretty basic. Drinking Skeptically is an informal social event designed to promote fellowship and networking among skeptics, critical-thinkers, and like-minded individuals. Drinking Skeptically provides an opportunity for skeptics to talk, share ideas, meet new people and make new friends, (and yes, drink) in a casual, relaxed atmosphere. We discuss the issues of the day and whatever else is on our minds. But …

This is a group for studying Jane Loevinger's ego development theory. We'll get our hands on the material below, we'll work through it a little bit at a time, wrestle with it, and maybe we'll do something interesting with it. And we'll collect people as we go along, get to know each other, and talk about lots of random, interesting stuff along the way. Lots of you will find this through Ken Wilber's writing, Spiral Dynamics, etc., and lots of you will have some sort of spiritual practice. But, n …

Important note: We are fragrance free for health reasons.  * This group is formed to help create an I Liq Chuan (pronounced ee leek chan) community in Princeton, NJ.  I Liq Chuan is a complete system of health, fitness, martial art, meditation and energy cultivation.  I Liq Chuan, translated as Mind Power Fist also know as The Martial Art of Awareness is a descendent of a system taught only to the insiders of a Hakka nomadic clan.  The art is based on Dao and Zen philosophies and in its applicat …

Hi, I'm David a 3rd-year grad student at Princeton Seminary. I wanted to start a group for people interested in exploring both Christianity and non-theism (Atheism & Agnosticism). In light of that, this group is not about proselytizing or arguing – but about exploring truth options together. Although this group is primarily for non-theists, open-minded Christians are welcome. UPDATE: I've been talking with Keith, the organizer of Atheist vs. Theist debates, and we decided that it would be benefi …

Thanks for joining! :) I'm trying to build a community of like-minded freethinking individuals to meet and discuss all sorts of topics related to separation of church and state, atheists/agnostics. Also, if you're recovering from religion and would like to join in order to expand your social circle, feel free to join. Discussing and learning more about various scientific topics would be a great addition as well. Please feel free to share your ideas PS: I also organize a debate group as well so i …

We are Epicurean. We are a free and cheerful society of friends. We do not fear gods and we do not fear death. With nature as our guide we proclaim that what is good is easy to obtain and what is bad is easy to endure. As we consider the brevity of life we choose to embrace each day through the prudent pursuit of happiness and liberty. Our chosen path is: to value a contemplative lifestyle seeing that wisdom and contentment are inseparable; to cultivate deep and meaningful friendships; and to wo …

Welcome to Harry's Happy Hikers!! Name sound familiar? We are members of the Ridley Creek Hikers Meetup and will have the same philosophy as the group did prior to the most recent leadership change. We are a diverse group of hikers who enjoy being outside, hiking with others and getting some exercise in at the same time. Many of our hikes are in Ridley Creek State Park, Valley Forge National Park, John Heinz Wildlife Refuge, other parts of Delaware, Chester and Montgomery counties and in Delawar …

We are a grassroots group of local individuals who share a common bond. We strive to root ourselves in the principles of truth, freedom, and prosperity. The diversity among our members ranges from age, ethnic background, beliefs/religions, as well as political views (or lack thereof). The expression of sovereignty and self-ownership that radiates from our members is what makes our group unique. Our group comprises many creative and productive members of society, including philosophers, engineers …

A Tradition Rinzai Temple Blue Mountain Zendo, and its order, have evolved over the past 13 years into a unique expression of the commitment, struggle, insight, and compassion of its members. Blue Mountain Zendo believes in modeling the structure of the practice on the needs of its Sangha, not the needs of the teacher or some contrived orthodoxical manifestation. This revealed path is the bone and marrow of the Zen Patriarchs and the inspiration of what is the Blue Mountain Zendo Sangha. www.bl …

Whether you strive for an sustainable life-style, home school or unschool, practice Waldorf philosophies, covet organic food or just feel a tad bit more crunchy than the usual parents out there, than join this group. I hope to meet like-minded Moms & Dads for play dates, city adventuring, nature stuff and whatever else tickles our fancy.

The Wholistic Living Social Network is a subset of http://www.wholisticlivingguide.com.  This Meetup was created as a fun, social venue to promote connections between anyone seeking a holistic lifestyle.  Together our intention is to build a caring, supportive, holistic community. Meetups include: social events, networking meetings for local holistic providers, and Wholistic Living Guide sponsored events. To learn more about our holistic provider directory and see a complete listing of all even …

"Integral theory is a school of philosophy that seeks to integrate all of human wisdom into a new, emergent worldview that is able to accommodate the gifts of all previous worldviews, including those which have been historically at odds: science and religion, eastern and western, and pre-modern, modern and post-modern." - Jeff Salzman Our Purpose: Individual and collective development in and through an integral context. This group is for seekers who wish to apply the Integral Theory lens to help …

Change Your Thinking! Change Your Life! If you are looking for the keys to a richer way of living, then meet with us. Allow us to share with you what we have found. We are a metaphysical church teaching the Science of Mind philosophy. This philosophy is the culmination of all revelations and integrates Eastern and Western spiritual teachings in a practical way.

Please read to the end to go on a ride or be a member! Purpose; The purpose of this group is for the love of riding scooters, meeting wonderful like minded people and the beauty of the nature we ride in. All bikes welcome! Please always watch the postings before leaving in case the ride is canceled for bad weather, etc. Rides; We usually meet a little early, have a coffee or tea and then ride. We try to stay off highways and am big on beautiful scenery. We generally stop every hour for a bit and …

I hope to develop a community of meditators in Ocean County NJ. The goal is to have regular meditation sessions together regardless of what tradition of Buddhism you follow. We will come together to practice dhamma and share dhamma.

LATEST: Meetups to be scheduled soon (next couple of weeks), probably every 2-4 weeks, probably late afternoon on Saturdays (~2pm), probably a center city coffee shop, possibly university city/west philly ~34th-45th, possibly south philly ~8th and Christian-ish. Please message me through the meetup interface with suggestions and preferences. This group is for deeply analytical people who are simultaneously, actively engaged in some sort of contemplative path (e.g. Vipassana, Zazen, etc.) and som …

Explore and develop the core essentials of life: physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, and social. Meditation, emotional intelligence, stress management, movement. A unique approach to integration in a fun, social environment. Non-denominational meditations every other Wednesday evening from 7 to 8:30. Open discussion classes varying from quantum physics to integrative body work, quality of life, and healing arts on other Wednesdays. Deepen awareness of yourself in relationship to your family, …

This is a Meetup specifically so people may know where to find local Oneness Meditation Events. The Oneness Meditation is a unique and profound process of spiritual awakening, a divine benediction that everyone in the presence of the Oneness Meditator effortlessly receives. This divine energy liberates the receiver from the conflicted mind, allowing experience of each moment fully, just as it is. A receiver may experience inner silence, spontaneous laughter, tears, anything. The Oneness Medita …

Learn Taoist Qi Gong (Chi Kung), meditation techniques and other Taoist Arts with others who are interested in healing themselves, integrating body and mind, removing obstacles to the expression of unique self, and cultivating their capacity for love, harmony, patience, balance, and integrity. I will be offering Qi Gong courses and group meditations around these themes and integrating teachings from the Tao Te Ching as well as Chinese Medicine theory as we go along.  I strongly encourage others …