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OM Chanting Circle in Hub of Consciousness
WHAT IS OM CHANTING?
OM Chanting is a group practice, one of the techniques of Atma Kriya Yoga, that uses the transformational power of OM to activate the self-healing potential of the participants.
BENEFITS OF OM CHANTING:
• Activates self-healing
• Transforms negativity into positive energy
• Calms the mind
• Helps to cultivate more joy, love and peace for the world
• Purifies the environment through the OM vibration
To preserve the energetic integrity of the circle, once chanting has started, participants arriving after the start time will be asked to sit on the outside of the circle. If you are running late, please let the OM Chanting Organiser know – if it is only a few minutes, they might be able to wait for you.
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?
The event is run on a voluntary contribution basis. Recommended contribution AED 50 (cash only)
THE EVENT MAY BE CANCELLED IF THERE ARE NOT 5 PARTICIPANTS. PLEASE CHECK IN WHATSAPP GROUP.
PLEASE JOIN OUR WHATSAPP GROUP: https://chat.whatsapp.com/HPu7ZPoaANWLsDIcKCSqbv
OM Chanting Ladies Circle
WHAT IS OM CHANTING?
OM Chanting is a group practice, one of the techniques of Atma Kriya Yoga, that uses the transformational power of OM to activate the self-healing potential of the participants.
BENEFITS OF OM CHANTING:
• Activates self-healing
• Transforms negativity into positive energy
• Calms the mind
• Helps to cultivate more joy, love and peace for the world
• Purifies the environment through the OM vibration
To preserve the energetic integrity of the circle, once chanting has started, participants arriving after the start time will be asked to sit on the outside of the circle. If you are running late, please let the OM Chanting Organiser know – if it is only a few minutes, they might be able to wait for you.
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?
Recommended contribution in cash AED 50
LOCATION:
📌 https://maps.app.goo.gl/M2vSRgpxQkGGhvXEA?g_st=aw
🚘 3 hours free parking is available just outside the studio. Simply drive in past the sensors, and give reception your licence plate number on your way out.
♾These sessions are free to attend. Donations are welcome to cover set-up costs.
📋✅Formal registration is required,
at the venue or on the Zoga website 👇
https://zoga.ae/
Fit & Fabulous: Fitness Lovers Social & Afterparty
Come for Socializing. Stay for the Music 🎶
Join us for an unforgettable evening, where fitness lovers come together, make new friends and have fun.
**[Join WhatsApp group (+971 55 539 4811)](https://jo.my/whatsapp-social-meetup)**
This evening offers the perfect blend of socializing and fun, set in a sophisticated venue that embodies style and class.
**💬 Social Mixer: Meet & Connect**
Begin the evening with a social mixer, designed to connect fitness enthusiasts, trainers, wellness professionals, and industry influencers.
Whether you're looking to exchange ideas, find workout buddies, or discuss the latest industry trends, this event is your gateway.
**[REGISTRATION HERE IS MANDATORY](https://jo.my/mix-mingle-meetup)**
**🎶 Afterparty & Live DJ Performance**
As the night progresses, ease into party mode with the dynamic beats of live DJ. Let loose, dance the night away, and enjoy the afterparty.
From smooth lounge music to high-energy tracks, the DJ will create an irresistible ambiance that keeps the energy flowing and the dance floor alive.
**[Join WhatsApp group (+971 55 539 4811)](https://jo.my/whatsapp-social-meetup)**
**👔👗 Dress Code: Elegant & Party**
Embrace the occasion with your most stylish and sophisticated outfit. Gentlemen, opt for sharp smart casual wear.
Ladies, dazzle in chic dresses or elegant evening attire. Let your fashion reflect the elegance of the evening.
**Join an evening where nobody left behind, stand on side or feels lonely.**
Let new friendship flourish and celebrations abound. Socialize, make new friends and enjoy the vibrant energy of the evening in a beautiful and elegant setting.
**[=== <<< REGISTER NOW >>> ===](https://jo.my/mix-mingle-meetup)**
Dress your best for a fun evening at the best venues in Dubai and get ready to pose for an #instaphoto 📷
**How many people attend?**
We get 100 people on average in all our events and invite our members on Meetup and other platforms.
Members of other groups who RSVP are included as guests to give an idea of expected numbers.
**Registration**
✅ RSVP on Meetup.
✅ [Complete your registration HERE](https://jo.my/mix-mingle-meetup)
*Just like any event, slots are limited. RSVP and complete your registration at the earliest.*
Happy Socializing 😊
Squash Champions Intermediate 🏆🏅
50AED per person. Enjoy Play Complete !
10 Things You Should Do For a Successful Game of Squash
1. Use different speeds and direction while serving
2. Put your opponent on the defense by volleying your serve
3. Hit the ball far and wide and utilize the cross court
4. Volley the ball wherever you can
5. Hit the ball to the corners to get your opponent to run and leave the “T”
6. Try to hit the ball as soon as possible while your opponent is out of position
7. Try to upset your opponents rhythm by hitting the ball at varying times
8. Get back to the “T” as quickly as soon as you can after hitting the ball.
9. Hit the ball away from your opponent to keep them running and tire them out
10. Vary your shots to avoid predictability and keep your opponent guessing.
"Transform Your Morning: Free Sunrise Yoga"
**Kickstart your day with energy and calm!**
Join us for a rejuvenating **FREE** Sunrise Yoga session at the beautiful **Eternal Wellness Yoga Studio**. This is your chance to **transform** your early morning routine into a powerful, peaceful ritual.
Book your session now: [WhatsApp Us](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1JK_lC9NsQ9EzlUEE2vOzfEhPD0nAHSJBpcxy6cVPPSU/edit?usp=sharing)
*Note: MONDAY WEDNESDAY & FRIDAY \- ONLY FOR LADIES \| TUESDAY THURSDAY & SATURDAY \- MEN ALSO WELCOME*
**[1st Session will be FREE]**
ENCHANTED SALSA DANCE CLASSES
**[What is it dancing per se?](https://dubaidance.com/dances/salsa)**[ ](https://dubaidance.com/dances/salsa)
Why have so many people been into dancing over the decades? The answer is quite obvious, especially for the ones who have been valuable members of [Dance For You community](https://dubaidance.com/about-us/our-students) for a while now.
*Every single one of us is different*, an individual with their own outlook on life where dancing is an outstanding way of self-expression…through movements, through music, through step combinations, through a variety of DANCING!
**Dance For You team is happy to make people happy.** That’s why we are delighted to launch a brand new type of our usual group classes – [“Enchanted Salsa”. ](https://dubaidance.com/dances/salsa)
**Salsa** is an unforgettable way of communication where smooth and rhythmic movements say much more about your personality than words. **Come and learn with us**, a professional team of dancers. We have already been sharing the Standard and Latin-American skills with our dearest students. And now it’s high time for SALSA!
Even if you’ve never danced before…it’s never too late to start or…at least give it a try!
**Believe us, once you’ve tried it you WILL love it.**
* **[LA Salsa](https://dubaidance.com/dances/salsa)**
* **[BACHATA](https://dubaidance.com/dances/bachata-dance-lessons)**
* **[Cuban Salsa](https://dubaidance.com/dances/salsa)**
The whole variety of styles, the whole variety of step combinations, the whole variety of music, the whole variety of emotions… all this you will find at our fantastic **[GROUP DANCE SESSIONS:](https://dubaidance.com/dances/dance-levels)**
* every TUESDAY t 08:15 p.m. - 09:00pm
* every THURSDAY at 08:15 p.m. - 09:00pm
**We are waiting for YOU!**
Something tells us you can not help but jump into the dancing now! That’s why be the one of us having fun at the [ENCHANTED SALSA!](https://dubaidance.com/dances/salsa)
**Please note,** the first trial group dance session will cost [only 100AED](https://pay.nomodapp.com/l/ad2bc95ad25d4b98 ), which is less than your cost of lunch.
For any further queries, please do not hesitate to contact our studio on:
WhatsApp/Phone: [+97145520153](https://api.whatsapp.com/send/?phone=97145520153&text=Hey+Guys+I+wish+to+learn+dancing+with+you+at+Dance+For+You&app_absent=0)
[Instagram](https://instagram.com/danceforyouindubai/)
[Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/danceforyouindubai/)
[Youtube](https://www.youtube.com/user/danceforyouindubai)
[Quick Info](https://taplink.cc/danceforyouindubai)
Dubai Syndicate · Downtown Chapter — Free Entry
📣 **Meetup Event Downtown Chapter)**
**🏷️ Title:** *Dubai Syndicate · Downtown Chapter (Free Entry)*
RSVP https://wa.me/971557133786?text=Hello%20Sir%2FMam%2C%20I%20am%20%5BYour%20Name%5D%2C%20Owner%2FDecision%20Maker%20of%20%5BYour%20Company%5D.%20I%E2%80%99d%20like%20to%20join%20Dubai%20Syndicate%20to%20network%20with%20other%20business%20owners%2C%20share%20leads%20and%20references%2C%20and%20help%20one%20another%C2%A0grow%C2%A0together.
www.dubaisyndicate.ae
**📍 When & Where**
⏰ **Time:** **5:00 PM – 7:00 PM** *(🚪 doors open **4:30 PM** — check-in & early intros)*
🏢 **Venue:** Al Murooj Complex - opp. Dubai Mall - Trade Center Second - Downtown Dubai - Dubai
🗺️ **Google Maps:** https://maps.app.goo.gl/45G4RAxS67ASQtrr5
**👥 Who:** Entrepreneurs • Investors • Deal-makers • Service Providers
**✨ Why come ):**
✅ **Real intros, not speed networking** — you’ll leave **knowing everyone** in the room.
🤝 **Peer introductions** — returning members introduce people they already know; 🌟 **new attendees** introduce themselves.
🎯 **Warm, curated connections** — meet partners, clients, and collaborators.
**🧭 Flow**
🕟 **4:30–5:00** — Doors open, check-in, name tags
🕔 **5:00–5:30** — Peer introductions + new attendee intros *(Offer & Ask)*
🔗 **5:30–6:45** — Open networking & curated matches
📝 **6:45–7:00** — Wrap-ups & next steps
**🧾 Bring:** 🪪 Business cards • ✍️ 1 clear **Offer** • 🎯 1 clear **Ask**
**👔 Dress:** Smart casual
**💸 Fees:** **Free entry** *(☕🍵🥤🍽️ Buy your own tea/coffee/Drinks /Food if you like)*
**📝 RSVP (Required):**
🟢 On Meetup: tap **Attend**
💬 Or in WhatsApp Community: post **“ATTENDING – Name \| Company \| Offer \| Ask”**
**📲 Stay connected (always include these):**
👉 **WhatsApp Community:** https://wa.me/971557133786
📸 **Instagram:** [https://www.instagram.com/dubaisyndicate](https://www.instagram.com/dubaisyndicateoffical)
**⚖️ House rules:** 🤝 Give-first • 🚫 No hard selling • 🔒 Share contacts only with consent
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Why blockchain? Empowering Diversity in Tech
Join us for an inspiring evening dedicated to empowering everyone in the blockchain industry. Our panel of successful leaders will share their insights, experiences, and advice on navigating the world of blockchain technology. Whether you are a seasoned professional or just starting out in the field, this event is the perfect opportunity to network, learn, and be inspired by the incredible women shaping the future of blockchain.
This event is open to everyone who is passionate about promoting diversity and inclusion in the tech industry. Come connect with like-minded individuals, exchange ideas, and contribute to building a more diverse and inclusive blockchain community. Let's work together to create a more equitable future for women in blockchain and drive positive change in the industry!
Secrets of Public Speaking, Presentation & Communication
Are you looking to Transform yourself into:
• A Powerful Public Speaker?
• An Inspirational Leader?
• Becoming more Confident?
Empower yourself with the secrets of becoming a Confident and Compelling Public Speaker.
We provide a fun and friendly learn-by-doing environment which enables you to develop your skills in a comfortable, supportive environment.
We are a peer-to-peer group where members mutually develop their Public Speaking Skills through Prepared project Speeches, Constructive Evaluations and ongoing Mentoring, all within the globally recognized educational framework of Toastmasters International.
Whether the very thought of speaking in public fills you with fear, or if you love standing up to speak in front of a crowd, you will learn something new by attending our meetings.
Join us for our next meeting to experience our fun and encouraging, but professional way of learning public speaking and take a glance at how we prepare and practice public speaking technique, how we learn to control our body and voice and how we learn to deliver a powerful, confident speech.
Please join us for our next meeting and discover how the group works.
And if later you want to become a regular member of the group, there is a small annual fee,
If interested in joining us, please contact following person, we’ll send you all the details about the meeting.
For information about this meetup:
Zainab Yousuf - (President) - 050- 5577791
Complementary Coffee + Tea + Cookies + Waters.
Free Parking in Hotel Basement.
Millennium Central Downtown
Al Asayel street - Business Bay · Dubai
***More Information***\*\*
It is simply knowing what you want to say and being comfortable with your communication skills. You learn to enhance your image, convince, and be impressive thus present with high personal impact.
Objectives
TM Meetings are designed for you to be equipped with practical tools and techniques that will allow you to:
• Establish rapport with your audience
• Learn techniques to reduce nervousness and fear
• Realise your strengths as a presenter
• How to appeal, influence and persuade different types of people
• Recognise how visual aids can create impact and attention
• Develop techniques to create a professional presence Prepare, practice, and deliver presentation
• Presenting with a BANG
Topics Covered
• Personality assessment of presentation style (Speaker's Evaluation)
• Assessment of presentation delivery (Speaker's Evaluation)
• Structure your Speech: beginning, body, and ending.
• Sending Positive Messages (verbal communication, body language)
• Developing great slides
• Overcoming Nervousness
House of ThinkingBig: Ideas x Coffee. Wednesday
House of Thinking Big: Ideas × Coffee
Have you ever dreamed of being part of the early dot-com energy — when ideas were raw, ambitious, and conversations could spark entire movements?
Welcome to House of Thinking Big: Ideas × Coffee — inspired by the spirit of early founder circles, when bold ideas spoke louder than decks.
We gather a small circle of creative and tech leaders who think beyond borders, value authenticity and intelligent dialogue, and believe that growth begins with people and their ideas.
No presentations. No ads. Just caffeine-fueled thinking.
☕ When: 6:30 PM
📍 Where: Starbucks, Emirates Towers Boulevard, Dubai
🎙️ Host: Kate Adiyak — Founder of House of Thinking Big
Join the House and think bigger — together.
Thinking Big Strategy Timeline
6:30 PM — Arrival & Networking
7:00 PM — Personal Problem Statement
7:30 PM — Resource Mapping
7:50 PM — Action Planning
8:00 PM — Closing
No rush — Dubai traffic does Dubai traffic things.
Join whenever you manage to escape the roads
You will find me with a laptop and a cup of coffee
[To keep in touch join my WhatsApp group ](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Lnu5UhRArdXJTengnhqLhB?mode=hqrt3)
HCD UAE Meetup | The DDX Lightning Edition | Dubai
Building on the magic of **DDX Dubai**, the Human Centred Design UAE Meetup is bringing together a special evening of lightning talks from some of the standout voices from the conference.
DDX has quickly become one of the region’s most important gatherings for **design, product thinking, and innovation**. For those who attended, you know the energy. For those who missed it, this is your chance to experience some of that thinking and inspiration.
This edition will also be **broadcast live internationally**, allowing the global design community to join the conversation.
We are also excited to host the meetup in a **new venue for our community: Dtec at Dubai Silicon Oasis**, one of the region’s leading hubs for startups and innovation.
📍 Dtec, Dubai Silicon Oasis
🗓 9 April
⏰ 6:30 PM
🎥 In-person + Live Broadcast
* Google Meet joining info
* Video call link: https://meet.google.com/uij-fzca-ebu
* Or dial: (US) +1 408-909-8769 PIN: 588 196 874#
* More phone numbers: https://tel.meet/uij-fzca-ebu?pin=8224850544892
## What to Expect
Across a series of fast-paced lightning talks, our speakers will explore a shared theme that runs through DDX:
**How design is evolving in an era of AI, startups, complex systems, and new forms of leadership.**
From product research and venture design to philosophy, enterprise design, and UX leadership, the evening will explore how designers can:
• Shape better products and services
• Navigate uncertainty and emerging technologies
• Influence strategy and decision making
• Design responsibly for people and society
Each speaker will deliver a concise version of their DDX talk followed by networking with the community.
## Speakers
**[Ana Sofia Gonzalez](https://www.linkedin.com/in/anasofiagonzalez/)**
Principal Product Designer, Microsoft
**[Leopold Ajami](https://www.linkedin.com/in/leopoldajami/)**
Chief Influence Officer, Novel Philosophy Academy
**[Joumana Mahmoud](https://www.linkedin.com/in/joumana-mahmoud/)**
Head of Design, frog
**[Chris Downes](https://www.linkedin.com/in/crash-s-downes-009852113/)**
CoFounder, Scaleable Capital
**[Arya Dris](https://www.linkedin.com/in/arya-d-s/)**
Lead UX Designer, Mashreq
Together, they bring perspectives from **big tech, fintech, venture capital, philosophy, product research, and design leadership**.
## Why Attend
• Learn from leading designers and thinkers shaping the region
• Get a taste of the ideas presented at **DDX Dubai**
• Connect with the growing **UAE design and startup community**
• Meet designers, researchers, founders, and innovators
• Experience the HCD UAE Meetup community in a new venue
## Hosted by
**Human Centred Design UAE Meetup**
## Venue Partner
**Dtec – Dubai Technology Entrepreneur Campus**
One of the largest tech startup campuses in the region.
## Sponsor
Proudly supported by **aspexx.**
## Join Us
Whether you are a designer, researcher, product manager, founder, or simply curious about the future of design, this will be a fantastic evening of learning, conversation, and connection.
Sip. Paint. Play. Reconnect. 🎨🥂
(AED 45, all materials provided)
**💥 Sip n Paint, Reconnect 💥**
Step into a calming, creative space where art becomes more than just paint on a canvas—it becomes a form of play, release, and self-expression. This Sip n Paint session gently weaves in elements inspired by art therapy, inviting you to slow down, tune in, and express what words often can’t.
Through intuitive painting, free exploration of colors, shapes, and patterns, you’ll experience the restorative benefits of creative play—reducing stress, quieting the mind, and reconnecting with your natural sense of curiosity and joy. There’s no right or wrong outcome here; the process matters more than the result.
As you paint, you’ll also share the space with like-minded creatives—socializing, laughing, and enjoying a beverage in a warm, supportive atmosphere.
Whether you’re seeking relaxation, emotional release, or simply a fun and meaningful way to connect, this session offers a gentle reset for both mind and spirit.
Come as you are. Play freely. Leave lighter, inspired, and creatively nourished. ✨
Fee - Aed 45
Payment linked below:
https://pay.ziina.com/annuevents/N4CHAj4XN
Social & Business Networking Pods All Genders | https://eseek.app
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Hosts provide invites through mailing list. Create and host your own event to gain business exposure.
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Brew & Bond: Where coffee sparks new connections
Let's Step away from screens and step into real conversations.
Register and get more details!
**[Join WhatsApp group (Click on Mobile / 971 55 539 4811)](https://jo.my/wa-coffee)**
We’re hosting a **special coffee meetup** to meet new people, spark genuine connections, and share laughter in an **elegant café setting** 🌿🎶
**Imagine this 👇**
* A cozy evening with soft music playing in the background.
* An elegant café atmosphere with warm lighting and stylish décor.
* Coffee, tea, or your favorite drink in hand.
* A room full of open-minded, amazing people ready to connect.
It’s about **meeting new friends**, enjoying great vibes, and discovering the magic of spontaneous connection.
Register and get more details!
**[Join WhatsApp group (Click on Mobile / 971 55 539 4811)](https://jo.my/wa-coffee)**
Because sometimes, all it takes is a cup of coffee to turn strangers into friends. 💫
**✨ Expect the unexpected:**
* Fun conversation starters that keep things flowing.
* Stories from people you never imagined you’d meet.
* Surprising laughter that carries long after the night is over.
So grab your favorite drink, take a seat, and let the conversations flow.
**Registration**
✅ RSVP on Meetup.
✅ [Join WhatsApp group (+971 55 539 4811)](https://jo.my/wa-coffee)
*Just like any event, slots are limited. RSVP and complete your registration at the earliest.*
Happy Coffee 😊
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How Toxic People Affect Your Health & Happiness
Do toxic people weigh you down? Affect your happiness? How can having toxic relationships affect your Health? And moreover, how can you spot them before it’s too late?
Attend this in-person meeting to find out how to spot these people and remove their negative emotions from your life.
This event is hosted by The Dianetics and Scientology Life Improvement Center in Central Ohio.
How to be a Better Communicator - Free In-Person Event
How to Be a Better Communicator
Communication is everything in life
You are only as successful as your ability to communicate.
\- What if you could confidently talk to anyone?
\- What if you had the ability to calmly control every conversation?
\- What if you could close that sale\, ask for that date\, make new friends\, repair problematic relationships\, get that raise\, or effortlessly express any idea with confidence?
You can!
The secret to success relies on your ability or inability to effectively communicate. Attend a free seminar and gain a better ability to communicate.
Hosted by the Church of Scientology of Central Ohio
1266 Dublin Road, Columbus, OH 43215
For more information, contact Rhiannon, the Event Host at 614-221-5024
Data & Analytics Wednesday - The Data-Driven Brand
**The Data-Driven Brand: Using Analytics to Shape Perception**
Can you use analytics to improve tacos? This being CBUSDAW, we think the answer is probably “yes”, but we’re not sure how to implement or test this theory.
For our April meetup we’ve got Sara Kear, CMO of Condado Tacos, to investigate this delicious question. Sara will explore how she blends quantitative data and qualitative customer feedback to shape brand positioning and drive business decisions. We all know that marketing and analytics go way beyond attribution. Sara will show how Condado uses customer insights to inform product and pricing strategy.
She’ll also highlight how Condado leverages customer feedback at scale to influence operational priorities, positioning marketing as the voice of the customer across the organization. In the last 12 years Condado has gone from one location in Columbus to 52 locations across 10 states, so we’re guessing there’s more to that growth than really good guac (though the guac probably helps).
Ultimately, this talk focuses on the intersection of art and science—using data to inform creativity and build a brand that resonates with customers in a measurable way.
**About Our Speaker**
Sara Kear is Chief Marketing Officer at Condado Tacos, where she oversees brand, restaurant design, menu and pricing strategy, off-premise including catering, and customer data strategy. Since joining in 2021, she has helped grow the brand from 19 to 52 locations while building a data-driven marketing organization focused on loyalty and customer insights. Condado has since been named to the Inc. 5000, recognized as Breakout Retailer by Chain Store Age, and consistently ranked among FastCasual’s Top 100 Movers & Shakers.
Thanks to our 2026 sponsors:
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More info at [cbusdaw.com](https://cbusdaw.com)
Imposter Syndrome by Kathy Wang
Semi in honor of March being International Women's Month
Columbus libraries: [https://cml.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S105C3454709](https://cml.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S105C3454709)
Location: SOW Plated
Menu: [https://www.sowplated.com/menu-brunch/](https://www.sowplated.com/menu-brunch/)
Book summary:
In 2006 Julia Lerner is living in Moscow, a recent university graduate in computer science, when she's recruited by Russia's largest intelligence agency. By 2018 she's in Silicon Valley as COO of Tangerine, one of America's most famous technology companies. In between her executive management (make offers to promising startups, crush them and copy their features if they refuse); self promotion (check out her latest op-ed in the WSJ, on Work/Life Balance 2.0); and work in gender equality (transfer the most annoying females from her team), she funnels intelligence back to the motherland. But now Russia's asking for more, and Julia's getting nervous. Alice Lu is a first generation Chinese American whose parents are delighted she's working at Tangerine (such a successful company!). Too bad she's slogging away in the lower echelons, recently dumped, and now sharing her expensive two-bedroom apartment with her cousin Cheri, a perennial "founder's girlfriend". One afternoon, while performing a server check, Alice discovers some unusual activity, and now she's burdened with two powerful but distressing suspicions: Tangerine's privacy settings aren't as rigorous as the company claims they are, and the person abusing this loophole might be Julia Lerner herself. The closer Alice gets to Julia, the more Julia questions her own loyalties. Russia may have placed her in the Valley, but she's the one who built her career; isn't she entitled to protect the lifestyle she's earned?
Confidence & Connection: Using Your Authentic Truth to Find Your People
**Confidence & Connection: Using Your Authentic Truth to Find Your People**
Confidence isn’t just about believing in yourself, it’s about knowing where you belong and who you can grow alongside.
In this April Confidence Lab Happy Hour, we’ll explore how living in your authentic truth helps you find your people, build meaningful collaborations, and create spaces where vulnerability is met with respect rather than risk. Together, we’ll reflect on what it looks like to advocate for yourself with clarity and care, and how confidence deepens when it’s rooted in connection rather than comparison.
Featured speaker **Lachandra Baker**, founder of **[LBB Edutainment](https://www.lbbedutainment.com/)** and author of *Your Own Biggest Cheerleader*, will share reflections on authenticity, psychological safety, and the power of community over individual achievement. Drawing from personal stories—including the significance of turning 53—Lachandra will invite us into a conversation about showing up fully, being seen, and choosing relationships that support who you truly are.
Expect a warm, welcoming atmosphere with space for reflection, shared insight, and intentional connection—plus drinks, light bites, and the kind of conversations that remind you you’re not meant to do this alone.
Come as you are. Leave feeling clearer about your voice, your people, and the confidence that grows when both are aligned.
**What is Confidence Lab?**
Confidence Lab is a monthly community experience for bold, thoughtful leaders building confidence from the inside out. Whether you’re launching a business, leading a team, navigating change, or simply striving to show up more fully—you belong here.
Our work demands clarity, courage, and conviction—but the pace of daily life can erode our sense of self. Confidence Lab creates space to reflect, reconnect, and grow with others doing purpose-driven work.
It’s designed for entrepreneurs, nonprofit leaders, creatives, corporate professionals, activists, and anyone ready to lead with authenticity and impact.
***Please note:*** *All are welcome! If cost is a concern, please use promo code PUBLIC to access a free ticket—we want you to join us.*
Stop Negative thinking and Over-thinking and Feel More Positive
How do we recover from having had a toxic or narcissistic ex?
How do we move on from the past, especially something as traumatic as a divorce or breakup?
How do we avoid anxiety and depression?
How do we have more self esteem?
In this meeting, you will learn the mental health secrets to help you
quickly get over the past and heal your mind.
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 created by the Dianetics & Scientology life improvement center.
IxDA Chat ‘n Pancakes
Pay attention! We’re delaying a week for those of you who may be on Spring break and/or celebrating the holiday. Ok, no pancakes, but waffles-a-plenty.
Join the local UX and Digital Design community for a casual monthly breakfast.
Look for us upstairs!























