Schaumburg Spiritual Psychology Meetup Group

The Sacred Intersection: Exploring Spirituality, Esoterica & Vedanta

About Us

Welcome to a community dedicated to the deep exploration of the "mysteries of consciousness and existence". This group is for seekers who want to dive into the profound depths of Hindu Ramanuja Vishishtadvaita philosophy, esoteric traditions, and the universal threads that connect established spiritual practices.
Whether you are a lifelong practitioner or just beginning to ask the big questions, we gather to investigate "the deep truths of what it is to be human". Our goal is to move beyond "ideological warfare" and instead practice "excellent listening" and "mutually respectful attempts to understand one another".
What We’ll Explore

• The Wisdom of Ramanuja: We will delve into Vishishtadvaita—the "non-duality of the qualified"—which sees the individual soul and the world as the "body of God". We’ll discuss how this "oneness of everything" contrasts and harmonizes with other Vedantic schools like Advaita.
• Esoteric Philosophy: A look at the "Mystical Dimension" of various traditions, from ancient texts like the Upanishads and Bhagavad Gita to Western esoteric concepts.
• Universal Similarities: Finding "unity in diversity" by identifying the common pillars of spiritual life: prayer, meditation, selfless service, and the "power of forgiveness".

Typical Meeting Flow

We follow a structure inspired by the "Estuary Protocol" to ensure every voice is heard:

1. Welcome & Share: A brief round where each person shares a spiritual insight or question on their mind (2 minutes each).
2. Topic Selection: The group "upvotes" a specific theme—such as "Surrender vs. Effort" or "The Nature of the Soul"—to focus our dialogue.
3. Open Dialogue: A respectful, facilitated discussion centered on our chosen topic and its relationship to established philosophies.
4. Closing Reflection: A short moment of silence or shared meditation to "harmonize with the vibrations of the Cosmic mind".

Who Should Join?

If you are interested in "bridging ancient philosophy with modern life," "connecting with like-minded individuals," and seeking "authentic spiritual growth," this home is for you.