Pro-Life

"We will meet online, using Zoom. Please RSVP. Then Zoom link will become visible to you. Although probably most of us don't want to admit it, despite our almost infinite language capability and our amazingly powerful science and technology based upon rationality (consistency with the rules of logic and the rules of evidence), ethically we are still mostly chimp-like, using mostly the authoritarian ethics that comes with our basic animal (hominid) nature, ethics that is based upon obedience to the most powerful (parent, leader, culture, deity). Consequently, we are talking, hi-tech "chimps," doing what chimps do but in our highly-sophisticated ways such that it is no longer so evident what is going on. (The best example, perhaps, is our tendency to fight, at all levels of relationship, from interpersonal to international, and with all levels of sophistication from murder and genocide to innuendo and cyberwarfare.) The problem is that this way of living brings about much pain, suffering, disability, and early death (PSDED). Indeed, we are our most feared predator, and even what we do to ourselves (lifestyle) is pretty awful. And our whole species is at severe risk because of our widespread lack of, and denial of, the knowledge that our science and technology are making available to us. Yet, because of our enormous language and hi-tech (rational) capabilities, we are indeed beginning to manifest a new kind of ethics, not authoritarian ethics, but instead rational ethics that is also consistent with an (not yet generally verbalized) ultimate ethical principle--something like: "We should do that which will promote, not only the survival of our species, but also as much joy, contentment, and appreciation as possible and as little pain, suffering, disability, and early death (PSDED) as possible, for everyone, now and in the future." This specific ultimate ethical principle, arbitrarily chosen by some of us for whatever reasons, now has the label "Humanian Ultimate Ethical Principle (HUEP)," and is what a Humanian, by definition, wants his or her ethical beliefs to be in sync with on a rational basis. How far along are we in the development of this new kind of ethics? The news media and our own knowledge based upon our own personal experience can easily lead us to recognize that we are still just a toddler, with a long, long way to go. But those of us that are striving to go in that direction can have a much more satisfying life, as we increasingly train ourselves to behave consistently with the HUEP, and advocate for doing so. In a Humanian organization, like Charlotte Humanianity, we work together on the never-ending task of becoming more ethical in our decision-making. We do this by challenging each other with regard to our ethical beliefs (about what we should and should not do) and by reviewing ethical presentations (in the media) that challenge our thinking. The challenging is necessary to help us grow, instead of remaining in denial while making life worse for ourselves and each other. A major set of tools for studying is at humanianity.com (https://humanianity.com/humanianity/humhome.php). BTW, Bill Van Fleet did not consider himself the "founder" of Humanianity. Humanianity is a phenomenon that has been emerging in many ways for quite some time; it is simply given it a label so that we can talk about it more specifically and help its emergence to occur a little more rapidly. This is an organization in which, as one way of studying, we include challenging each other's opinions in our pursuit of ever-increasing ethical wisdom, in order to have a more satisfying life and to do our parts to make the world a better place for everyone." - WVF

Join us **every Tuesday at 6 PM CST** Central time for an hour of fun, friendly learning and development on public speaking and leadership development. You can join our hybrid club from anywhere using online meetings or locally with in-person meeting options. **Guest VS Member:** * Join as a guest a few times. That is free * Become our club member for $102/hr ($90 for Toastmasters and $12 for club fee) to get all the member benefits, access to programs, resources, Pathways learning and more. **You will get to learn different skills, including:** * How to manage meeting * How to lead the discussions * Public Speaking * Impromptu speaking * Coordination and Collaboration with the team * Providing feedback (one that is encouraging and the one that helps to improve) to others * Speaking with eloquence and within the time allocated * Educate yourself by choosing the Toastmasters Pathways program * Connect and network with other professional * Prepare for interviews, meetings and community events with confidence * Learn to lead from the front and make a difference at work and in life * Learn the trade of speaking, listening, reading and writing when you go through the Toastmasters Pathways projects. * There is so much more to a Toastmasters club. As a member, you get a lot more benefits and resources. You can visit our club meetings as a Guest a couple of times to get an idea of how we do our program. Reach out to the club if you are interested in becoming a member of the club **contact-9218@toastmastersclubs.org** Visit our website [https://afterhours.toastmastersclubs.org/](https://afterhours.toastmastersclubs.org/) Review our Guest Information Packets PDFs and short videos about what the Toastmasters program is about. [https://afterhours.toastmastersclubs.org/Guest_Information_Packet.html](https://afterhours.toastmastersclubs.org/Guest_Information_Packet.html) **Online Option**: Zoom meeting (link will be shared after you signup. It's free) **In-Person Option**: Come to the UNFI office 10-15 mins before 6 pm on Tuesday. Ensure you have your ID card for security to issue you a badge. Address: Unfi, 11840 Valley View Road, Eden Prairie, MN

Lectio simply means “read” or “text”. It is a prayerful reading of a text multiple times (Scripture), interspersed with silence. The “Lectio at Lunch” practice is provided to offer you an additional avenue of spiritual practice during a time of physical distance. It will be offered weekly on Tuesdays from 12:15-12:45 via Zoom. **If you would like to participate, please send a message via Meet-Up with your email address; we will then send you the Zoom link.**

Do you remember the excitement in childhood? Do you feel introverted when you are in a group setting? Are you shy? Do other people have more fun than you do? There are simple life hacks you can use to improve your communication skills and your social life. Communication is not just yakking. Communication is the whole experience of connecting with people and forming relationships. It includes the joy, understanding, and love formed among people. In our meetings, you will learn: A simple life hack to increase your liking and tolerance of other people, or even of yourself! * How to become more interested and enjoy conversations with people. * How to be comfortable in social settings * How to become more extroverted and, * How to make connections with people. Feeling lonely, isolated, or bored? This meeting is exactly what you need! Come join us! This group is brought to you by the Dianetics & Scientology life improvement center of Atlanta, GA.

Please come and join us. Together we will get through the Bible and get the keys of success to enjoy our lives at the fullest.

Let us explore together the inner workings of our Empowered Self through the inner energy workings of Sahaja Yoga Meditation. During this time of Covid-19 and beyond, let us be empowered by tapping into our own resources of inner strength and well-being. Let us claim our FULL potentiality together!

6:15 - 7 pm. [--> ONLINE INTERACTIVE ONLY. Just click https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5124418988?pwd=VlhFUTZDeExZemZ5NEhwRUVlODRyZz09 <--] Hundreds of approaches to relaxation/centering/meditation have been developed over the centuries, and each has its own charm, benefits and wisdom. We explore one new approach each meeting. This lets you work some relaxation into your life while building a repertoire of stress-management techniques for improving your physical, mental, emotional and spiritual health. Ages 12 and up. Free.

Service time: 11 AM Pacific Time, Every Sunday (12 PM-MST, 1 PM-CST, 2 PM-EST, 7 PM-U.K.) https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82964676573?pwd=ZzE4Q21yZlZPdUpTSXJKTmNHdDJodz09 Meeting ID: 829 6467 6573 Passcode: 411576 Please come and join us this Sunday! Thank you :) Welcome to CelebrateLIFE! "Spiritualism is a religion and philosophy of life focused on joy, harmony, and a fear-free understanding of the continuity of life. - Spiritualists believe that God or Infinite Intelligence is ALL That Is, expressing through all creation by love, light, and law. Humanity, the most complex of life on earth, reaches this Divine Source through prayer, meditation, listening to the inner awareness, and service. Why service? Because every living thing is a part of God, so as we serve life we also serve the Higher Energies. Life is consciousness - without consciousness, there is no existence. Consciousness is the totality of one's thoughts, feelings, emotions, and impressions on the mind. The state of thinking is how we create our consciousness. Spiritualism teaches that through the Law of Action/Reaction or Cause/Effect we take control of our lives as we control our thoughts. Positive thinking leads to happiness and assists the individual to grow" from NSAC.

PEACE SUNDAY. 1 - 2 pm. [--> HYBRID EVENT. Fully vaccinated folks can attend in person, or click https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5124418988?pwd=VlhFUTZDeExZemZ5NEhwRUVlODRyZz09](https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5124418988?pwd=VlhFUTZDeExZemZ5NEhwRUVlODRyZz09)"> here \ <--] In an effort to improve the peaceful conditions in the world, we host a monthly quiet meditation, where all beliefs and religious traditions are honored. Following the meditation, participants are welcome to join in a potluck brunch and share camaraderie and croissants. Ages 14 and up. Free.

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85318874531?pwd=OGlFd3NzZGVtOGp0NStoRmx3TWE0Zz09 This is a group for respectfully and passionately discussing all of the big issues of the day. We can talk about local, national, and global issues. Religion, politics, race, culture, sexuality, and all those subjects that you're not supposed to talk about are free game here. I would like to see a nice mixture of people that call themselves liberals, conservatives, and everything in between. You don't need a Ph.D. in political science just an opinion and a good attitude. I live in the West Valley. Zoom Meeting ID: 853 1887 4531 Passcode: talk

One common complaint about our society is: \-\-\- People don't talk honestly\, openly or vulnerably about money \-\-\- Do you wish to share about your experiences, frustrations and successes with money in a like-minded group of others? Growth-focused and insightful peers who you can trust and grow alongside? Would you rather sit down over a meal than join another chat room online over zoom? Do you have questions about finance which just simply remain unanswered? Our Life & Money events are run monthly in Sydney, in both the Northern Beaches (Manly) and the Eastern Suburbs (Bondi). THE AGENDA At each gathering we'll discuss various personal finance topics, including creating a plan for your life, negotiating a raise, budgeting and savings, investing options, buying a home, investment property, understanding the economy, how to spend smart, money in relationships, and the list goes on... The evening will start with a theme introduced by Harry or Tristan followed by robust conversation. THE OUTCOME * You'll feel part of a community with social & purposeful elements * You'll have the chance to share your views and experiences on the topics at hand, and hear those of others (without feeling judged or misunderstood) * You'll walk away with insightful ideas, practical tips and relatable stories to grow from * You'll take part in growth-focused & fun conversations throughout a memorable evening ABOUT THE HOSTS Harry Goldberg & Tristan Scifo are licensed Financial Advisers & Life Coaches with Purpose Advisory. They and their team are passionate about helping Australians understand their true identity, live to the best of their potential and experience more fulfilment in their lives. HARRY has worked with clients in the finance industry for more than 7 years. He's married to an exceptional wife, an incredibly proud father of his adorable little girl and is a proud empowerer of all who he engages with to grow and become greater versions of themselves. TRISTAN has worked as a coach and trainer for 10 years, and a financial adviser for the last 7. He's husband to a dynamic and creative woman and proud father of a gorgeous little girl. EVENT DETAILS: Location: Zoom! The link will be available to you once you register 🚀 When: 12:00pm - 1:00pm Investment: There's no cost for this service we're providing (other than your time)! Join us: https://forms.purposeadvisory.com.au/PurposeAdvisory/form/LifeMoneyRegistration/formperma/Ama8RHcKAyB___hFyUvEMszcXcSg9GYOPcTzEN-xgjY?fbclid=IwAR3KBwuoCJhi0FBmWWyjBT9QIQ3vVOsTjrZC9j6NVf2m6NwQerxRpYA54Bk

**What is Meditation on Twin Hearts?** Meditation on Twin Hearts is a short-guided meditation blessing the earth with loving-kindness, peace and goodwill. In return, we reap the amazing benefits of inner harmony. **Benefits:** • Reduces stress • Increases peace, love, and compassion • Increases physical health • Increases mental clarity • Enhances spirituality • Improves relationships **Online via Zoom:** [https://us05web.zoom.us/j/85226786681?pwd=eXd2ZUQ3NkNnaUFYSk00U2o4aWxIZz09](https://us05web.zoom.us/j/85226786681?pwd=eXd2ZUQ3NkNnaUFYSk00U2o4aWxIZz09) Meditation on Twin Hearts is practiced worldwide by people of different nationalities and religious backgrounds. This powerful instrument is an advanced meditation technique introduced by Grand Master Choa Kok Sui, the modern founder of Pranic Healing® and Arhatic Yoga®. This guided meditation works on the heart chakra (the physical heart) and the crown chakra (the spiritual heart), thereby enabling you to draw down a great amount of high-quality divine energy into the crown chakra increasing inner illumination. The base of the meditation is the Prayer of Saint Francis, " Make me an Instrument of thy peace." Meditation on Twin Hearts can be done by a group as a form of world service. The effectiveness of the blessings is magnified many times more as a group meditating rather than as an individual. *CAUTION* People who should not practice this Meditation: People with severe hypertension, people with severe heart ailments, people with glaucoma, pregnant women, people who smoke heavily, people under 16 years of age.

**This will be an online meeting using Zoom. You can join with a computer, tablet, smartphone, or by phone (audio only). Information will be provided to those who RSVP** Every Wednesday evening, the Secular Community Network of CFIC Ottawa will host lightly moderated informal discussions on topics of interest to freethinkers, humanists, and to others who are secular. Feel free to bring suggestions for topics - the group will vote on which topics will be discussed. Some topics we have discussed in the past (and may return to): Religion/Philosophy/Atheism/Humanism * How do you define Humanism? Do you consider yourself to be a Humanist? * How do you define "secular"? Given your definition, what percentage of the Canadian population do you estimate as "secular"? * How does one become a Freethinker? Through genetics, physiology, experience? What distinguishes Freethinkers from conformists or indoctrinees? Science: Physical & Social * How much science is behind what is sold in health food stores? * What are the most important social impacts of the “anti-vaccination” movement? Current Events: * the state of governments in Canada, the US, and the rest of the world * Climate change * migration Non-Religious Lifestyles * If you have no religion, from where do you get moral guidance, social values, and a sense of belonging to a community that would help you in problems of living? Chat West participants should feel free to suggest their own discussion topics from these categories. If you wish to attend, please RSVP in advance. Note that we have changed the access method to remove the waiting room, so a password is now required to join the meeting. If you RSVP, the Zoom link (including password) will be provided to you. For the transition period, I will also make it available here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/606150474?pwd=OUxSL2pWUVlBYzVHcCtRN09Ha0VJQT09

The Humanist Monthly Program is our longest running event and still a community favorite. In the old days it used to be called "Going to HCCO" and we still like to think of it as our flagship event. We will be hearing from Becca Powell, Director of Advocacy and Outreach at Unchained At Last, an organization whose mission is dedication to ending forced and child marriage in the United States through direct services and systems change. Unchained At Last's mission clearly meshes and addresses several of our Humanist Ten Commitments. Becca will educate us about an issue many of us may not be familiar with--but should be. Food and drinks will be provided at the event. Feel free to show up a little bit early to hang out and talk. Going forward our meetings will be hybrid. You can meet us in-person or attend online Join Zoom Meeting [https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87836564953?pwd=4Mi57ElZkDIFlb1fnlNwOJ0NiOK4tP.1](https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87836564953?pwd=4Mi57ElZkDIFlb1fnlNwOJ0NiOK4tP.1) Meeting ID: 878 3656 4953 Passcode: 760812 One tap mobile +19292056099,,87836564953#,,,,\*760812# US (New York) +13017158592,,87836564953#,,,,\*760812# US (Washington DC) The formal presentation will start at noon

Come attend a free in-person seminar where you will find out why you: -Feel isolated -Can't express yourself openly -Get nervous or anxious in front of people -Run out of things to say or feel tongue-tied -Feel introverted -Don't feel comfortable in any social setting -Can't make more friends -Are shy and miss opportunities to connect in a meaningful way And we cover what you can do about any one, some or all of the above. This seminar is the weapon against loneliness, isolation and boredom, come join us! COME TO THIS SEMINAR AND LEARN THE SECRETS TODAY This seminar is brought to you by the Dianetics & Scientology Life Improvement Center. 1266 Dublin Road, Columbus, Ohio 43215

Do you sometimes feel like you do well in life then something happens and you slide back, never quite getting ahead. At this Meetup you'll find out how to identify what actually causes the lows, the highs and everything in between. More importantly you’ll get the secret of how to gain control over your life so the highs are higher and the lows go away. Wouldn’t it be nice to stop the wild roller coaster ride for good? Or at least make it a fun roller coaster ride, with more ups and downs. There is a hidden factor that will be going over and you’re going to be quite surprised what it is and how much it affects your life. Be sure to click on the red "Attend" button below to come to the event. We look forward to seeing you there. This group is hosted at the Dianetics and Scientology Life Improvement Center.

Sleep in on Sundays. When you've had your fill of pajama-time, roll out and have some tasty brunch with your fellow Humanists!

Join us for a free in-person seminar where you will get knowledge and tools to build your confidence. Do you ever: -Feel isolated -Can't express yourself openly -Get nervous or anxious in front of people -Run out of things to say or feel tongue-tied -Feel introverted -Don't feel comfortable in any social setting -Can't make more friends -Are shy and miss opportunities to connect in a meaningful way At this workshop we will cover what you can do about any one, some or all of the above. This seminar is the weapon against loneliness, isolation and boredom, come join us! COME TO THIS SEMINAR AND LEARN THE SECRETS TODAY This seminar is brought to you by the Dianetics & Scientology Life Improvement Center. 1266 Dublin Road, Columbus, Ohio 43215

Soccer + vegan deli eats = the perfect Saturday ⚽🌱🔥 We’re kicking things off with soccer (all levels welcome!) and then heading to Vida’s Plant-Based Butcher for some seriously good food—Vida’s Reubens, Philly cheesesteaks, Chipotle Cheddar Melt and classic deli sides. Whether you’re playing, socializing, or just here for the food, this is a great way to meet like-minded people and enjoy the day! Game → Food → Good vibes 📍 Soccer - Park of Roses 3923 N High St Columbus, OH 43214 📍 Vida’s Plant Based Butcher 1724 Northwest Blvd Unit C Columbus OH, 43212