Survivors of Loss & Divorce

☕ **Girl Who Boss Coffee Catchup!** ☕ Join us for a relaxed and casual coffee catchup, where like-minded women come together to connect, chat, and share ideas! Whether you're a career professional, entrepreneur, or creative, this is the perfect chance to meet other inspiring women in a welcoming and friendly atmosphere. *** **Here’s the agenda:** 🕚 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM: Welcome & Mingle 💬 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM: Casual Conversations & Coffee 🤝 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM: Networking & Wrap-Up No formalities, no pressure—just a space to enjoy great company, share experiences, and make new connections over coffee. ☕💖 These meetups are a great way to ease into networking while building friendships in a laid-back setting. Looking forward to catching up with everyone! 🌟 Feel free to message me if you have any questions. See you there! 😊 Wondering why our events are sometimes ticketed, or have questions about our pricing? We've written about it [here](https://open.substack.com/pub/girlswhoboss/p/accessibility-sustainability-and?utm_source=share&utm_medium=android&r=4apm4h).

**[RSVP on the Nature Walks Page](https://www.meetup.com/nature-walks-mornigton-peninsula/events/312292400/)** Join Rowan & Kate and Members of the Nature Walks Group on this Historic Nature Wonderland that is known as Braeside Park. An easy **6km** walk, that will take on a varying landscape that includes an old training ground for Phar Lap. Don't forget your Hat, Sunglasses, Camera(Phone) good walking shoes, and most importantly a ***water bottle***. After the walk we will be having a BYO Picnic Lunch. **[RSVP on the Nature Walks Page](https://www.meetup.com/nature-walks-mornigton-peninsula/events/312292400/)**

Meditation practicing

A new branch of the classic Self-help book club, this monthly meeting will have a changing monthly topic for a small group discussion. This month's topic is Adult Friendships. Come bring your personal development reading to share/gain insights as we discuss & relate the topic to our lives for personal growth & well-being. Bring your coffee cup/tea/milk/non-alcoholic beverage (&/or snack if you wish) as we boil the kettle and share a friendly Sunday afternoon chat facilitated by an academic.

Please join us this Sunday as we discuss how do we and how should we make moral decisions. We will meet at the Captain Melville, 34 Franklin Street in Melbourne CBD, at 2pm for a 2:15pm start sharp. There is no pre-requisite preparation necessary, nor a philosophical background, all that is required is a curious mind. These discussions are both a Socrates Cafe style discussion and lively metaphysical dojo, in the spirit of learning and friendly debate, so please feel free to challenge assumptions and be prepared to have your own assumptions challenged. Glen will be leading the discussion this week. We have started to split into two tables to discuss as we have had increased numbers lately, and are looking for regular attendees who would be comfortable leading the discussion on the second table to put their hand up. Find below some questions to consider, however these are free-ranging events and the below serve as a springboard for the discussion. Some points and questions to consider * How do we actually make moral decisions? * Why and when do consequences and outcomes matter? * Why and when do rules, duties and principles matter? * Why and when do character and judgement matter? * When do reasons cause moral decisions, and when do they justify them after the fact? * When is moral disagreement a failure of logic, and when a clash of moral sensibilities? * Discuss cases where any option would violate a moral value. * How can we make better moral decisions?

✨ **Do you want to...** * 🫶🏽 Connect with like-minded people in your local community? * 🏋🏽‍♂️ Meet others who are passionate about growing, uplifting themselves, and supporting others? * 🌈 Share insights from your personal journey (or simply listen and learn)? * 🧘🏼‍♂️ Experience a simple yet powerful meditation practice to find calm and clarity? Or maybe you just want to... ☮️💟☯️ **Spend your Sunday evening in a peaceful, zen space and meet some amazing new people?** *** ### **Join us on Sundays!** Let’s come together, share positive energy, and build a warm, supportive local community. **Bring a friend (or two!) and let’s connect.** *** ### **What’s on the evening’s flow?** * **Open meet & greet** – connect and settle in * **Sharing circle** (totally optional!) – share your thoughts or simply listen * **20-30 min guided meditation** – for relaxation and deeper connection *** ### **Everyone is welcome!** All ages (with guardians for under 18), backgrounds, genders, and experiences – no meditation experience needed. The event runs for about **2.5 hours**, but you’re free to come and go as you need. *** ### **What to bring?** * **Donation:** A contribution of **$10 or more is recommended**. Your donations directly help us cover venue costs, provide resources, and keep this meditation community alive and growing. * **Warm jumper/jacket** (just in case!) * **Water** * **Any books/resources/inspiration you’d love to share** *** ### **Where?** 📍 **250 George St, Fitzroy VIC 3065** Enter through the church gates. You’ll see a small garden on the left and stairs on the right leading up to the **Dance of Life Yoga Studio (first door on your right upstairs).** *** ### **Important Notes:** * Spaces are **limited**, so if you can’t make it, please update your RSVP to “Not going” or send us a quick message. * **No-show policy:** To keep it fair for everyone, repeat no-shows without notice may not be able to RSVP in the future. * Attendees under 18 must have a guardian present.

**HAPPY NEW YEAR!** 2025 was wonderful and we've already got more good stuff lined up for 2026. The perfect way to kick things off again for 2026 - a leisurely picnic in the gardens. Good food, good friends, good times! **Date and Time:** 12.30-2.30pm or whenever, Sunday 1st of February **Location:** Fitzroy Gardens, near the Dolphin Fountain. It's a 10min walk from both Parliament Station and Jolimont Station. And it should be easy enough to find parking in the area on the day. **What to Bring:** Snacks and drinks, bubbles, something to share, veg options are always appreciated, salads, cut fruit, dips, crackers, club sandwiches, etc. Be creative! Also think about cups, plates, forks, fold-out chairs, and picnic blankets. Whatever is practical. And most important, bring your good self and good vibes. Feel free to reach out with any questions or suggestions.

**A new one-on-one, personality-based connection experience** Created specifically for women who want to build **genuine friendships**, not just exchange small talk. ***Check out [Our Website](https://we-belong.com.au/ "https://we-belong.com.au/")*** As adults, making new friends isn’t easy. You might meet people, but it rarely goes deeper. Conversations stay surface-level, and meaningful connections feel hard to come by. This experience is designed to change that, by matching you with women you’re **genuinely** **compatible** with, based on personality and communication style. **What to Expect** This is **not** speed networking. And it’s not a big, overwhelming group mixer. It’s a curated, one-on-one experience where you’ll meet a small number of women who’ve been thoughtfully matched to you based on personality and vibe. You can expect: * A cosy, comfortable venue * A gently hosted structure so you’re never left feeling awkward or unsure * A series of guided one-on-one conversations * A relaxed, welcoming atmosphere where you can be yourself It’s about friendship, connection, and finding women you naturally click with. Each conversation is designed to feel easy and natural, because the matching is done with compatibility in mind. (We cross-post on multiple platforms, so events are usually full.) **Before the Event** You’ll receive a **short personality test (you only need to take the test once)**. It takes only a few minutes but helps us understand your communication style, energy, and compatibility factors. This is how we curate meaningful one-on-one pairings for the event. ### **Event Agenda** **2:50 PM** Arrive early for quick check-in **3:00 – 3:15pm** Get drinks & mingle **3:15 – 4:15pm** Round 1 & Round 2 conversations **4:15 – 4:30pm** Break + refresh your drinks **4:30 – 5:00pm** Round 3 **5:00pm** Event wraps up **Come Join Us** If you’re craving deeper conversations, meaningful friendships, and meeting women who truly *get* you — this experience is for you. A warm, intentional space created for connection, ease, and real conversation — whether it leads to a new best friend, a deeper social circle, or simply a genuinely lovely afternoon. ***Check out [Our Website](https://we-belong.com.au/ "https://we-belong.com.au/")*** **RSVP now — spots are kept limited to ensure quality one-on-one time.**

Hi everyone, come and watch the Australian Open Men's Tennis Final here in Melbourne at Fed Square. It will on the big screen. We will have a large space organised with picnic blankets etc. Bring a comfortable seat or blanket, snacks, drinks etc. The game starts at 7:30pm. Please message me directly if you are unable to locate me as the leader or the Meetup group.

**How to take control of your subconscious and harness its power!** Join us for an eye-opening lecture where the speaker will break down complex ideas in a clear and practical way. You’ll gain insights into: ✅ The true definition of the subconscious ✅ How it generates unwanted emotions ✅ Its real purpose and function ✅ What determines the pressure it exerts on you And the most important topic: **How do you take control of your subconscious!** But this isn’t just another lecture where you sit and listen passively. It’s interactive and engaging—you can ask questions at any time. 📅 Reserve your spot now! Seats are limited, so don’t wait too long to sign up. Location: 1266 Dublin Rd, Columbus, OH 43215 Hosted by the Hubbard Dianetics Foundation

Do you want more motivation and confidence to build Lasting Relationships? This is a free, in-person meeting on the subject of betrayals, losses and how to get over them so you can build lasting relationships. Are you burdened by a stressful relationship? Unhealthy relationships can trigger feelings of anger, despair or self-doubt. They can create dwindling spirals of fights and seeking to make-up, or trying to “pin the blame” on someone or something. If you don’t find the RIGHT reasons, or select the correct sources of the problem, the problem can just get worse and worse. Whether in love or personal ties, with friends or at work, our life really IS affected by the quality of our relationships. Good ones can promote pleasure and survival, while less optimum ones can lead to annoyance, anger, self-doubt, stress, or even affect our health and ability to survive well. Whether you are suffering from a divorce, or a painful break-up, don’t know who to trust (or who to CHOOSE) as a partner, friend, boss or employee - the anxiety of relationship troubles can really make a mess of things. Maybe you’ve suffered a betrayal, or are dealing with hostility or criticalness or invalidation. Dwindling relationships can involve destructive behavior, where we hurt those we love, or start succumbing to self-destructive thoughts, attitudes or behaviors that spiral out of control and affect much more than our immediate relationship. Past losses in love or life can affect how we act or react to new people and situations and hold us back from even starting to create new, possibly great relationships! How can one get back onto a saner course of action? Come to our Meetup, where we can introduce you to some of the knowledge, tools and techniques of the breakthroughs in the field of the mind that we can apply to this ever important area of life: human relationships! Break free from self imposed limitations Here we will discuss: • How to “erase” the trauma of past hurts and betrayals so that one isn’t always repeating past mistakes. • Why and how do the negative emotions of others affect you? • Why is my partner withdrawing and what can I do about it? • Why do we sometimes feel compelled to hurt the ones we love? • Fights & arguments - what's really behind them? • What underlies “corrosive criticism” or the need to invalidate self or others? • How one can stably change one’s outlook on life so they can affect positive change? • Where do compulsive destructive behaviors come from and what can be done about them? • How to form closer bonds & keep growing the relationships with the people you care about? • How to enhance one’s own ability to survive and create positive healthy relationships whether in love, family & friendships or in work, business or one’s career? Relationships can be hard and life itself IS challenging. Why not arm yourself with the knowledge and breakthroughs that have been made about the mind, mental reactions & interpersonal relationships, so that one has better awareness and control over themselves and life in general. Learn where painful experiences are “stored” and how they can unknowingly affect us. You will also find out how one can “erase” those past painful experiences so that one is free to move forward without being tripped up by the past. Learn too, about what can lead some people to become “toxic” personalities and how to identify those traits in others so you won’t be tripped up trusting the wrong person. Our free Meet-ups occur in a safe environment where one can learn, without fear of judgment or criticism, and without the recommendation of harmful mental techniques or therapies, just how YOU can get yourself onto a happier & more successful path: in love & in life. Be sure to click on the red "Attend" button below to come to this local event. We look forward to seeing you there. This class is held at the Dianetics and Scientology Life Improvement Center.

Joanie Shell and Lindsay Thomas of Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities, will be representing the Independent Living Older Blind (ILOB) program, and will explain what this program can offer to persons ages 55 and older. As taken from their website, the ILOB program can help Ohio’s aging population face the many challenges of vision loss and maintain their independence. Target audience for this group is persons who are visually impaired, especially those who have experienced recent loss, however, all are welcome, including family members and supports. Light refreshments will be served. You can also join the meeting by Conference Call at (518) 263-8851.

In this local meeting, you will discover knowledge that you can use to get over the past. The key to improving your personal motivation, self-confidence, and happiness is to get over your painful memories. When you become free of your past, you will be free from stress, anger, anxiety and depression. Studies show that negative emotions can affect your health. By being free of negative emotions, believe it or not, you will most likely even look younger, feel more energetic, and become healthier! Be sure to click on the red "Attend" button below to come to this local event. We look forward to seeing you there. This group is brought to you by the Dianetics and Scientology life improvement center.

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