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般尼克療癒課程 - 廣東話 Pranic Healing Course in Cantonese
般尼克療癒課程 - 廣東話 Pranic Healing Course in Cantonese
🌟 2天密集能量療癒體驗 🌟 📅 2026年4月18-19日 (六、日) 🕘 09:00 - 18:00 📍 太子 砵蘭街388號 康威大廈15樓 A室 (太子地鐵站 C2出口) 💬 廣東話授課 (輔以英語) 📌 立即報名 👉 https://forms.gle/tTkEvZLGqvjsryQQ6 🚀 想要健康、幸福、突破人生瓶頸? 這個週末,給自己一個全新的開始! 參加 般尼克(氣)療癒 Pranic Healing 2天密集課程, 學會用「氣」為自己和他人療癒, 打破健康、關係、財務上的障礙, 由內而外煥然一新! 💡 課程重點技能 \- ✅ 能量感知:用雙手探測氣場,真正「感受能量」 \- ✅ 氣場與脈輪淨化:提升免疫力、精神狀態更穩定 \- ✅ 般尼克呼吸法:快速補充能量、即時減壓 \- ✅ 自我療癒 & 遠距療癒:幫助自己與親友,即使相隔千里 \- ✅ 雙心靜坐冥想:平靜心靈、提升正能量 🩺 常見可改善問題 頭痛/偏頭痛|胃痛|關節炎|濕疹|哮喘|免疫失調|壓力緊張 甚至包括 心臟疾病、腸胃問題、不孕症 等多種狀況 🌍 為什麼選擇般尼克療癒? \- 全球 120\+ 國家 實踐 \- 翻譯成 48 種語言 \- 有臨床數據支持,效果真實可見 \- 體驗式教學,理論+實戰全面掌握 💰 課程費用 \- 新學員: HK$3\,288 \- 重温學員: HK$1\,600 \(首年畢業學員 HK$800\) 🔥 名額有限,額滿即止! 📌 立即報名 👉 https://forms.gle/tTkEvZLGqvjsryQQ6 📞 查詢 Lilian 📱 +852 9545 7444 🎥 課程簡介影片 👉 https://youtu.be/0Naq3bITlXQ?si=-St2Bm23KFgCcDNv 📲 追蹤般尼克療癒,香港: https://linktr.ee/mckspranichealinghk #般尼克療癒 #PranicHealingHK #香港療癒課程 #香港身心靈 #太子活動 #香港工作坊 #香港課程推薦 #能量療癒 #氣療 #能量平衡 #脈輪療癒 #氣場淨化 #靈性成長 #自我療癒 #身心健康 #減壓放鬆 #情緒管理 #正能量生活 #健康人生 #提升免疫力 #壓力釋放 #療癒之旅 #EnergyHealing #ChakraHealing #MeditationPractice #HolisticHealth #MindBodySpirit #HealingJourney #LilianPHealer
「菩薩生活之道」: 如平靜的汪洋
「菩薩生活之道」: 如平靜的汪洋
**普及禪修課程 黃雅鑫老師主講** **星期六 下午2:30 -下午3:45 (不是上午11:30 - 12:45)** **每堂課為獨立單元,不需報名,歡迎大家參加。** 每一個人都可以成為菩薩,讓生命從此不再平凡。在此課程,我們將學習到如何在生活中實踐佛陀所教授的六種完善行,成為現代菩薩,並發展究竟真理的智慧,體悟人生的真實意義。 18/4 如平靜的汪洋 9/5 超越夢幻 16/5 通往喜悅之道路 黃雅鑫現為香港噶當巴禪修中心中環分舍的老師。於 2009年,初次接觸到噶當巴傳承的寶貴佛法,啓發他把佛陀的智慧融合並實踐於日常生活中 ,從實際的經驗去分享現代佛法是如何利益周遭每一個人。 歡迎大家隨喜功德,建議捐助:每課 $50。所有捐款均用於中心的運作及發展,為大眾提供學習珍貴佛法的機會。 詳情: [https://www.meditation.hk/2021/ccgp/](https://www.meditation.hk/2021/ccgp/) #現代佛法 #禪修課程
Take Time to Recharge Yourself
Take Time to Recharge Yourself
Do you recharge yourself as much as you recharge your phone? You can’t do your best if you’re running on empty. 🌟 Take Time to Recharge Yourself Because You Deserve to Feel Your Best \- Boosts productivity and focus \- Reduces stress and burnout \- Improves mood and emotional balance \- Enhances creativity and problem\-solving 📍 Where? 7A Ho Lee Commercial Building 38-44 D’Aguilar Street, Central, Hong Kong (Few Mins Walk from Central MTR Exit D2) 🗓️ When? Saturday, 18 April 2026 ⏰ 11:30 AM – 5:00 PM (Choose any one session) 📞 Reserve Your Spot NOW – It’s COMPLIMENTARY & OPEN for ALL \- English: Kavita \(Heer\) 📱 61717124 \- Bilingual: Sonia 📱 95082858 🔗 Register Here : https://forms.gle/FbzVkwtN7KqnWFkZ8 📲 Stay Connected: Center for Pranic Healing Hong Kong https://linktr.ee/mckspranichealinghk
Anime Club #1
Anime Club #1
**This event's theme: your "big 3" favorite series** Looking for a space to chat about all things anime and manga with fellow fans? This is the event for you! All levels of interest welcome. For our first event, we invite you to share your personal “big 3” anime! The term originally refers to One Piece, Naruto, and Bleach as they were the juggernauts of the global anime scene in the 2000s. However, we want to hear your opinions! What are your top three series? **The plan** 14:00 meeting at the venue 14:15 stay and discuss for as long as you like **The venue** The venue will be announced in the event WhatsApp chat **What to do** * RSVP on this event page * Join the event WhatsApp chat (once you receive the link) * Think about what you might like to talk about! (Responding to to the theme is optional.) * Come to the event and chat with other anime and manga geeks. * Please enable DMs from other members and turn on notifications so that our team can communicate with you. Hope to see you there! Christina (she/they) & Kieran (they/them) **Please note...** 1\. Tandem is a community of volunteers; everything you see is created by our members giving up their time and labour\. None of our organisers profit from events; any charges listed are those from other parties and we never add a mark\-up\. In this context\, we need attendees to do their best to reduce the workload of our volunteer team by reading the event description and these notes carefully; and follow the instructions in order to register a place on the event\. Please be considerate and helpful with our team – we are all volunteers\. 2\. We run all our event communication through WhatsApp\. Please keep track of event related messages in the Whatsapp event group and respond to requests and instructions from organisers within 24hrs\. Please don’t put the chat on mute\. If our team don’t receive your response within 24hrs\, we will move you to “Not Going”\. 3\. If you require special accessibility accommodations for the event \(i\.e\.\, accessible venue\, accessible restrooms\, noise levels\, lighting conditions\, etc\) and are unsure whether they can be met\, please reach out to the organiser/host\. 4\. We encourage language inclusivity at all our events\. If you aren't confident in English\, please let our team know\. We will try to provide bilingual support where possible and/or will try and introduce you to other language speakers you're more comfortable with\. Please be mindful that we might not be able to accommodate all languages at all events\, but we will do our best to make everyone feel welcome and heard\. 5\. If you sign up\, but can no longer make it\, please update your RSVP as soon as possible and tell the organiser\. Updating your RSVP well ahead of the event allows us to manage the waitlist; allow other people to attend; know who to look out for at the start of the event; and manage any relevant bookings\, such as table reservations\. 6\. If you don’t have a clear face pic on your profile and/or your username doesn’t match the name you normally use\, we can’t identify your payments nor match your RSVP with who you are in real life\. If this is you\, please ensure the organiser knows who you are\. If we can’t work out who you are within 24hrs of your RSVP\, we will move you to “Not Going”\. Only group members and their guests with an RSVP may attend events; people who aren’t signed up will be refused entry to events. 7\. If you don’t follow the conditions above\, we will move you to “Not Going” for future events until you message us to confirm you will follow these conditions\.
Mindful Hatha Yoga, Hong Kong (for all Practice Levels)
Mindful Hatha Yoga, Hong Kong (for all Practice Levels)
Our weekend Yoga sessions have been running since 2010. This practice group is for anyone interested in a Hatha Yoga practice! Our purpose is to release the stresses from the week gone by and prepare you for the week ahead. 🧘‍♂️ **Our practice includes:** * Hatha Yoga postures * Pranayama Breathing * Guided affirmations * Dynamic stretching flow * Combined into mindful sequences **What to bring?** Yoga mat, Water bottle & wear comfortable clothing. **Fee: By Donation** Please donate to help us cover the costs (minimum contribution $120). You will receive the following benefits: 1. Air-conditioned studio to practice 2. Purified environment to breathe 3. Event arrangement every Sat 4. Includes meetup organizer fee 5. 2 hours of learning/ practice 6. Mental, Health & Emotional wellness **Request for Cancellations** A humble request for you to cancel minimum 2 days in advance, your kindness will enable waitlisted friends to benefit. Please remember, consideration for others creates good KARMA. 🙏
Tapas Night (deposit needed)
Tapas Night (deposit needed)
location- 1862 Bar de Tapas y Vino , Tai Kwun. Let's try Spanish food at this attractive location. I haven't been myself before , but it sounds nice. We will order dishes to share and split the food bill equally. Drinks may pay individually. Expect a friendly, sociable and exclusive event with ladies of all ages. It seems an affordable place, so bill shouldn't be much above $500 pp I need $100 deposit pp to reserve your seat and 48 hours notice to cancel with refund. The deposit will be returned to you at the venue. Notes Please have money to split the bill upon its presentation. I do not accept ppl to repay me after the event. Pls be ready to pay $100 deposit within days of rsvp. Please check your messages on Meet Up as I will message you about payment. Min numbers 5 px, max 7
 Weekend都有免費靜坐班啦! 逢星期六上午霎哈嘉瑜伽冥想初班(以廣東話教授)。快來為心靈叉叉電吧!
Weekend都有免費靜坐班啦! 逢星期六上午霎哈嘉瑜伽冥想初班(以廣東話教授)。快來為心靈叉叉電吧!
星期一至五都好忙?就襯住星期六來為心靈叉叉電吧! **霎哈嘉瑜伽**是一種特殊而獨特的冥想技巧,可以幫助您以簡單的方式實現自我覺醒,實現與神聖一致的終極目標,實現持久的和平與幸福。 據創辦人Shri Mataji 錫呂‧瑪塔吉女仕分析,這個靜坐瑜珈能令人感受到深層的和諧感,讓思緒進入寧靜,安穩,但完全覺醒的狀態。 霎哈嘉瑜伽冥想 - 通往內心平靜,歡樂和啟蒙的門戶! 透過參加【免費靜坐瑜珈班】,練習霎哈嘉瑜珈靜坐可以體驗: * 減少憂慮,壓力,情緒上的困擾 * 提高集中力,注意力,從而提高學習及工作能力 * 放棄負面,消極,甚至自毀的生活習慣,對戒菸酒人士有幫助 * 加強個人自信心,減低生活所產生的分歧和衝突 創辦人Shri Mataji從1970開始便到世界各地舉辦講座,教授靜坐瑜珈技巧,所有瑜珈班和講座均不收費。因為創辦人認為,實踐自覺是一種內在與生俱來的能力和權力,並不是、也不能用金錢或物質去購買,至今無數練習者已經分佈全球120多個國家。 2小時的初階班將會在輕鬆無拘束的氣氛中, 學習各種有關我們內在精微能量系統的知識, 各種清理平衡技巧,和享受集體靜坐引導。霎哈嘉瑜伽是以冥想靜坐為主,不是“運動”瑜伽,也不要求任何特殊靜坐姿勢,或特定的服裝, 穿什麼衣服都可以。現場我們會提供坐椅或坐墊。参加者帶一顆心即可。請帶一顆求真,求知和開放​​的心前來。 您亦會學習到如何在家中自行靜坐及保持平衡的技巧。這些技巧容易學習和實踐。每天只需開始冥想10到20分鐘即可感受到明顯差異。 初學者或已有靜坐習慣者,都歡迎前來學習這—套與其他冥想靜坐方式不同的霎哈嘉瑜伽靜坐法。中級進階班(逢星期四及星期六)則歡迎已參加過4次或以上初班並有意探索更深入入靜和深化冥想知識的人仕參加。 期待在課堂上見到大家。(公眾假期休息) 語言:粵語(Present in Cantonese) 即時 WhatsApp: 51808808 和香港霎哈嘉瑜伽聯絡一下 想了解更多霎哈嘉瑜伽信息、請訪問: [Facebook (非牟利機構)](https://www.facebook.com/SahajaYogaHongKong/) [官網](https://www.freemeditation.hk)

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🇯🇵🇭🇰🇬🇧Japanese/ Cantonese/English Language Exchange
🇯🇵🇭🇰🇬🇧Japanese/ Cantonese/English Language Exchange
Interested in learning Japanese/Cantonese? Practicing English/ Mandarin?
A casual gathering for Japanese/Cantonese/Mandarin/English speakers/learners!
Want to learn/practice Japanese/English with native speakers? Or are you foreigners who want to pick up some Cantonese or Mandarin?
Come and learn Japanese, English, Cantonese and Mandarin with us. Everyone is welcome, regardless of proficiency level. Other languages can be used to assist in communications, but we would like the participants to focus on the target languages.
日本人から日本語を学びませんか?もしくは、日本人の方でも中国語、広東語と英語を覚えてみませんか?
初心者から上級者までやる気がある方はレベルに関わらずウェルカムです。
日本人に限らず日本語話せて、イベントをサポートしてくれる方もまた参加大歓迎です。
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Please buy at least one drink or food item at the cafe.
カフェで少なくとも1つの飲み物または食べ物を買ってください
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We are seated at a table in the venue. You can drop a message to the event host if you cannot find us.
NO COMMERCIAL ACTIVITIES OR SOLICITATION.
We welcome anyone who is keen to learn a language or help others learn the language. However, this is NOT the platform for individuals who have other intentions, such as recruiting members for their business or organization, or selling products or services. We also reserve the right to blacklist any participant who has been reported to harass other members, during or outside of the events. We will not hesitate to ask such individuals to stop attending our meetups.
ビジネス目的の勧誘は禁止とします。語学を学びたい方、そのサポートをしたい人の為の場であり、商品の販売や勧誘は固くお断りします。
BYOBook: non-fiction books presentations and discussion
BYOBook: non-fiction books presentations and discussion
This is a regular Bring-Your-Own-Book session, where participants share and present to the group non-fiction books they have read. New members are welcome to attend to listen to and discuss the presentations of others. Usually a meeting takes around 2.5-3 hours. During this time we discuss 2 different books, roughly 1 hour per book. Any non-fiction material: a book, documentary, or lecture or a part of it - anything with a title and an author and that contains some coherent ideas. Each presentation includes a summary of a book (15-40 min) and discussion (accordingly). The meeting will be either in a park or in a coffee shop, on HK side. The exact place to be confirmed with the attendees **by WhatsApp only**. I will / have sent the link to the WhatsApp group, please use the link. Introvert friendly. We have people from different countries, so while books can be in any language, the language of the meeting is English. There is a fee of 20 HKD for the first timers to help funding the Meetup membership needed to run the group. Do not hit "Attend" if you are not going to attend. If you RSVPed, but there is anything preventing you from going to the meeting, remember to tell the host as soon as possible and/or update the RSVP - before the RSVP is closed, to give other people a chance to take your spot. But if you plan to attend, do hit "Attend", please :))) No-shows are all silently noted with much disapproval and will be removed from the group.
坪洲一天靜修日營 4月19日(星期日)
坪洲一天靜修日營 4月19日(星期日)
Sahaja Yoga Hong Kong \*坪洲靜修日營\* 日期:19-4-2026(星期日) 時間:上午9時15分至下午5時 費用全免,船費 及 午餐自費 名額:15位(歡迎新朋友參加) 日程表: •09:15 中環六号碼頭集合⛴️ •09:30 坐港九小輪入坪洲 •10:10 到達坪洲體育館,介紹霎哈嘉瑜伽靜坐法💁🏻‍♂️ •10:30 霎哈嘉瑜伽如何幫助我們減少生活壓力,瑜伽靜坐如何讓我們可以掌控自己的身心靈健康,如何靜坐與平衡🧘🏻‍♀️🧘🏻 •12:00 午膳時間🍝 •13:00 前往沙灘 •13:30 如何用大自然的五大元素去除影響身體健康的負能量🌤️💦🌊 •16:00 坪洲特產🫓🍤 17:00 坐船回港島或者留在坪洲看日落.⛴️🌄 📝立即WhatsApp 報名👇🏻 https://wa.me/85251808808?text=報名坪洲日營
Roll & Flow (Soft Acrobatics) with Lawrence / 柔性體操 健體運動
Roll & Flow (Soft Acrobatics) with Lawrence / 柔性體操 健體運動
Hi All, I am Lawrence, YTT500hrs Yoga Teacher, Movement , Certified Animal Flow Level III iinstructor and Certified Personal Trainer from A.C.E.
Roll & Flow Is branch of soft acrobatics, we will explore differentnt technique eg floorwork, cartwheel, roll, kick etc to train our body and create a flow togetherher
Class Fee:150 per person
Please feel Free to Message me for any questions.
你好 我係Lawrence , yoga. Movement, lv 3 Animal Flow 同埋私人教練
將各樣動作串連而成為一個好似舞蹈或者表演。
係班上,我會教大家各式既相關動作,無論你想鍛鍊或者伸展,都可以搵到適合你既野。 

費用:每堂150元
歡迎聯絡查詢。
Animal Flow with Lawrence / 動物流 户外健體運動🦍🦀🐊
Animal Flow with Lawrence / 動物流 户外健體運動🦍🦀🐊
Hi All, I am Lawrence, Certified Animal Flow Level III iinstructor and Certified Personal Trainer from A.C.E.
Animal Flow is ground based movement. This system is designed to improve strength, power, flexibility, mobility, and coordination for all levels of fitness enthusiasts.
During this class I will introduce you to different animal flow movements, through these movements, we workout, stretch and create our flow together. A good way to enjoy this beautiful weather and understand our body.
Class Fee:150 per person
Please feel Free to Message me for any questions.
你好 我係Lawrence , Level 3 Animal Flow 同埋私人教練
可能好多人對動物流依個運動系統都好陌生,其實佢融入左好多模仿動物同埋唔同類型運動既動作,通過練習依啲動作,可以改善我地既力量,耐力,柔軟度,協調,穩定性等等。而且所有動作有各式既演變,適合不同程度既參與者!同埋最有趣既地方,就係好大既自由度,可以將各樣動作串連而成為一個好似舞蹈或者表演。
係班上,我會教大家各式既相關動作,無論你想鍛鍊或者伸展,都可以搵到適合你既野。一齊黎係陽光下既户外一齊玩啦!
費用:每堂150元
歡迎聯絡查詢。
Yoga。Flower Essence。Chakra Opening & Transformation
Yoga。Flower Essence。Chakra Opening & Transformation
One of its kind workshop integrating yoga, flower essence & singing bowl Clears Body & Mind Blockages Brings Clarity Supports Personal Evolution - incorporates flower essence & singing bowl vibration - semi-private class ensure 1-1 adjustments - designed for beginners and intermediate yogis Time: 10:30am to 12:30pm on 4 consecutive Saturdays Venue: LIVO @Wanchai Fee: $1,000 (8 hours training); $150 First time trial Material: 1 bottle of flower essence ($770) for use during class & at home Sign-up: 94363665 Whatsapp Instructor - Frances Tong

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Libera Animae - Freeing the Soul
Libera Animae - Freeing the Soul
Main Library, Meeting Room 2B Join us for a welcoming evening of reflection, gentle music, and meaningful conversation. We’ll begin with a short grounding moment, followed by a brief reading from spiritual or philosophical traditions, and an open reflection circle where participants can share (or simply listen). Libera Animae is an interfaith community focused on inner growth, creativity, and authentic connection. All backgrounds are welcome.
Pranic Healing Level I - PH I--- DAY 2 of 2
Pranic Healing Level I - PH I--- DAY 2 of 2
MCKS PRANIC HEALING® Level I In PRANIC HEALING® Level 1, you learn the basics of working with your energy aura, including learning to "scan," or feel the energy, to "sweep," or clean away congested energy, and to "energize," or supplement areas in your aura that have a pranic deficiency. PRANIC HEALING® has been taught to doctors, nurses, massage therapists, acupuncturists, chiropractors, shiatsu practitioners, and many others in the healing field. It has allowed them to heal confidently and consistently in the shortest learning time possible. These professionals find PRANIC HEALING® very effective and easy to apply. Other topics covered in PRANIC HEALING® Level 1: Energetic anatomy: You will learn to work with the network of chakras, meridians and auras to accelerate the healing processes of your body. Preventive healing: You will learn to remove the negative energetic patterns of a disease to prevent it from fully manifesting as a physical ailment. Self-Pranic healing: You will learn to apply these healing techniques to accelerate your own healing. Step-by-step techniques for ailments related to your: respiratory system, e.g., asthma,; circulatory system, e.g., heart ailments; gastrointestinal system, e.g., irritable bowel syndrome; musculoskeletal system, e.g., arthritis and back pain; reproductive system, e.g., menstrual problems. You'll also learn how to address common problems as migraines and sinusitis. Additionally, you'll learn to apply distant healing to loved ones who are not present in the room with you. All PRANIC HEALING® courses are "experiential," which means that you learn by actually performing the techniques and exercises in class - on yourself and those around you. During class, all the principles will be explained thoroughly and you will practice the techniques exhaustively so you will be confident in your ability to produce positive results when you finish the course. This is Day 2 of 2 Attendance at day one is required to attend day 2. The Course text book is Choa Kok Sui, "Miracles through Pranic Healing" Please bring this with you to class. PRANIC HEALING® Level 1 is a prerequisite to all other GMCKS courses. For those interested to review the class...Review fee is only $75!! LOOK AT THIS!! Review for FREE when you bring a new student to class with you.
Walk for Children - 2026 Save Soil Walkathon in Columbus
Walk for Children - 2026 Save Soil Walkathon in Columbus
Walk for Children - 2026 Save Soil Walkathon in Columbus 🌍 Over 52% of the world soil is degraded and scientists warn we may have only a few decades of fertile soil left. As Sadhguru shares, soil is a living system—and when it degrades, our food, health, and future are at risk. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hyT-6qiubd0 🚶‍♂️🌎This Earth Day, Join the Walk for Children-2026 SaveSoil 5K Walkathon here in Columbus and help raise awareness about soil for the future of our children! Every step you take helps: ✔️ 1. Raise awareness in your communities about protecting and restoring soil. ✔️ 2. Supports sustainable food systems. ✔️ 3. Helps secure our children’s future. 📅 Date: April 26, 2026 📍 Location: Scioto Audubon Metro Park Check-in address 400 W Whittier St, Columbus, OH 43215 ⏰ Time: 8:30 a.m. check-in event starts at 9:30 a.m. 👉 Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/walk-for-children-2026-save-soil-walkathon-in-columbus-registration-1986596534713?aff=oddtdtcreator 👉🏼Free and Open to All. Share this message and bring your neighbours, friends & family along to celebrate our planet! Let’s make it happen!
Conversacion en español (en persona)
Conversacion en español (en persona)
While some are still meeting online, this is an in person event. Please note that we have attendees of all levels of speaking, including some native speakers. All are welcome! Also, as we meet at the same time and place each week, many don’t RSVP on the app, so we will likely have more attendees than noted here. Note: if you are asked to pay and upgrade the Meetup app, this is not necessary. You can ignore this and still attend our meetings. Find us on our [Facebook group](https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1EKw86WJCp/?mibextid=wwXIfr).
Drunken
Drunken
This month's prompt concerns the idea of the “warrior philosopher” (seemed appropriate in these times)--that is someone whose understanding of violence, power, and justice is forged through direct experience of war. We are looking at Major General Smedley D. Butler, a highly decorated U.S. Marine raised in a Quaker (pacifist) tradition who later became a prominent critic of American militarism (there is a wonderful biography of Gen. Butler called "Gangsters of Capitalism") Butler's argument in *War Is a Racket* (1935): that many U.S. interventions were driven less by national defense than by corporate and financial interests, with Butler portraying himself as an enforcer for business and Wall Street. We can consider the moral ambiguity of his insider critique—whether complicity strengthens or undermines credibility and also consider some of the concrete reforms he proposed (e.g., “conscript” capital before soldiers, restrict the military to coastal defense, and have only those who fight decide on war). Butler’s life arc clearly changed from pacifist upbringing to warrior to antiwar crusader—and asks whether true understanding of peace requires firsthand knowledge of war, and what that implies about the cost of suffering. So do we need to suffer to understand suffering? Do we have to experience war to appreciate peace? As one more question: in the movie "A Few Good Men" Jack Nicholson's character says that "you have the luxury of not knowing what I know" so do most of us go through life oblivious to real violence and suffering? See you at Drunken Philosophy!
ASH UU Topic: TBD
ASH UU Topic: TBD
ASH is Atheists, Skeptics and Humanists of First Unitarian Universalists of Columbus Ohio TBD Snacks are usually available, and you are welcome to bringing something to share!