Clayton Mindful Connections

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About us

Hi, and welcome to Clayton Mindful Connections!

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My name is Andrea, and I moved to the Clayton area about 3 yrs ago. I started this group with the intention of creating a safe, grounded, secure place where locals can meet to exchange and see the light within AND as each other! A Place to share ideas, give support, uplift, focus on the POSITIVE - spread laughter, wisdom and promote the beauty within each and every one of us!

So, join me as we gather together with the intention of spreading positive energy, laughter, love & light ✨️ 💛🧡!!

As a Group, we will meet twice or more a month to explore local shops, restaurants, bookstores and other fun and interesting venues to discuss life events, Philosophy & Free-thinking ideas!

A Course in Miracles says:

"Alone we can do nothing.
But together our minds fuse into something
Whose power is far beyond
The power of its separate parts.
The kingdom cannot be found alone,
And you who are the kingdom
Cannot find yourself alone".

So join me as we find, appreciate, and reflect the inner light of each other...

Hope to see you soon! :)

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**** No Show/ NO Cancel RSVP Policy ***

Why have a no-show policy?

Respect for Organizer's Time:
Organizers invest time and effort into planning meetups. No-shows disrupt those plans and discourage organizers.
Fairness to Others:
When someone takes a spot and doesn't show, it can prevent others from attending, especially if there are capacity limits.
Accountability:
A policy encourages attendees to be more mindful of their commitments and to communicate if they can't make it.
Consequences:
- Removal: After multiple no-shows (3 or more), the member will be removed from the group.
- Organizer will reach out to member to discuss by email in which final decision will be made on removal.
Exceptions:
I am understanding of genuine emergencies but please COMMUNICATE - these to me and exceptions can be made, communication is key!
Event Type:
If it's a free social meetup, exceptions to this policy will be enforced. IF event requires a RSVP for restaurant or event space- policy will be upheld.
Please be CONSIDERATE of everyone's time and CHANGE your RSVP if an emergency comes up- or communicate changes in messages of group!

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Featured event

Mindful Trail Walk: An Evening of Presence & Connection

Sun, Sep 6 · 6:30 PM EDT

Parking Area for Neuse River Greenway Trail from Covered Bridge Road, 2671 Covered Bridge Road, Clayton, NC, US

Sunday Evening | Slow down. Breathe. Listen. Notice. Connect.

What if, for one evening, we stopped trying to get somewhere and simply experienced where we are?

Join Clayton Mindful Connections for a different kind of trail walk—one designed to help us slow down and become fully immersed in the natural world around us.

As we walk, we'll practice bringing our attention to the simple things we often overlook:

👣 Our steps — noticing the rhythm and feeling of our feet connecting with the earth.
🌬️ Our breath — allowing our breathing to become slower and more intentional.
🍃 The sounds around us — birds, wind through the trees, leaves beneath our feet, and the quiet spaces in between.
🌿 Our surroundings — noticing colors, textures, movement, light, and the small details we might normally pass right by.
🧘 The present moment — letting go of the mental to-do list and simply being where our feet are.

We'll begin with a brief mindfulness practice before heading onto the trail, and throughout the walk I'll offer a few simple prompts to help us shift our attention inward and outward toward the natural world.

This isn't a race, a workout, or a traditional hike.

It's an invitation to slow down......

We'll walk at a comfortable, intentional pace with opportunities for quiet observation, reflection, and conversation.

### What to bring

👟 Comfortable walking shoes
💧 Water
🦟 Bug spray if needed
🌤️ Weather-appropriate clothing
🧘 An open mind and willingness to slow down

No meditation experience is necessary. No special knowledge of mindfulness is required.

Just bring yourself and your curiosity. 🌿
I can't wait to experience the trail a little differently with you....

Let's walk slowly. Breathe deeply. Listen closely.

And notice what we've been missing. 💚

Hope to see you there!

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