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Venez vous relaxer et méditer
Venez vous relaxer et méditer
Bienvenue à tous ! La méditation du cœur est une technique simple et pratique. En quelques minutes, vous apprendrez à vous détendre véritablement et à ressentir la légèreté et la joie. Vous n'avez pas besoin de savoir comment méditer ni croire en un système ou une philosophie particulière. Venez et faîtes l'expérience. C'est tout ! A dimanche prochain !
Deep Talk / In English
Deep Talk / In English
🍩🍰 Let's have a weekly deep talk in an intimate Parisian café, share a drink and have a good time with like-minded, lovely and chill people. 🥂☕ We're here to sip life in a childish, simple and non-serious way. 🙃 When was the last time you had a meaningful conversation? Or deepened your relationship with someone in your life? It's not easy to have a deep conversation. While small talk, which is typically casual and light-hearted, can help break the ice, it may not necessarily help you form a deep, emotional connection with someone. Whether it's with your friends, family, colleagues or romantic partners, having meaningful conversations is important for creating strong bonds. "Meaningful conversations help us understand ourselves and those around us better. They involve sharing important aspects of ourselves and actively listening, validating and connecting with others." We believe that a happy and healthy life is built on beautiful relationships and that loneliness kills us. That's it. It's not the number of friends that counts, it's the quality of the relationship. ✅ This group is adressed to : ● People who want to build deep, genuine and caring relationships in a small group that looks the same, where they feel comfortable and emotionally safe to talk emotionally and get intimate about anything in their lives. ● Simple, loving, kind, hyper/sensitive and lovely people who spend a lot of time in their bubble thinking about the meaning of life, passionate about personal development, philosophy, meaningful conversations, debates .... ⛔ Please don't subscribe if : ● You don't see yourself in the group's aims and beliefs. ● You're travelling for a short period of time and don't live or intend to live in Paris. ● You are not sure if you will be able to come, please update your status to allow others on the waiting list to join. An absence without notice will result in an irrevocable ban. Progress : ● ❗ For reservations, I'll send you a private Meetup message at least 5 hours before the meeting to confirm your reservation. If I don't receive a reply 2 hours before the meeting, I will send you a second message to let you know that you will be replaced by someone on the waitlist. ● 💚 We keep the session small, cosy and relaxed in a quiet place, prioritising regularity to encourage intimacy, connection, listening and speaking. (\~ 5/6 people) ● 🔖 On arrival, if you feel comfortable, you will be suggested to choose and associate several drawn Feelings and Needs cards to express how you really feel at the moment, to talk about ourselves and communicate effectively. ● 📝 The best way to make progress is to make the conversation easy and natural, with everyone making an effort to suggest and write down what you want to talk about. You can write down your favourite topics/questions before the meeting. The meeting is participative and invite everyone if you feel comfortable being a leader and a power of suggestion. Anyway, to keep the meeting running smoothly, I'll animate the meeting to make sure the conversation doesn't get wild or boring and I wouldn't hesitate to reframe people. In case of lack of inspiration we have a lot of deep conversation question card game which can help to find interesting questions. ● 🍕 (Not compulsory) After the meeting we can finish in a nearby restaurant for those who wish to relax or continue our conversation. Advice for a good moment : ● Leave your ego and mask at home, we are not here to impress anyone but to be ourselves with our strength, weakness, pride and shame. Come with an open/deep/emotional/complex thought and vulnerability. ● Ask open-ended questions and invite the other person to describe what a situation was like for them or how they felt. ● Don't hesitate to be vulnerable and share information about yourself if needed. Consider sharing personal information first to gain the other person's trust. ● Adopt an attitude of curiosity and genuine interest in what the other person is saying. Be thoughtful and try to put yourself in the other person's shoes so that you can see things from their perspective. Be truthful, caring and honest. ● Listen actively and ask follow-up questions. ● Be empathetic and offer emotional validation so that they feel seen and heard. It is forbidden to judge, but try to understand. ● ⏱ Be aware of your speaking time for Equally Speak. ● 🤫 Be aware never to provoke political or religious ideologies, but to accept differences of belief. Advice on non-violent communication can be given in the meeting to learn not to unintentionally hurt anyone when requested or needed. ● 🚨 Remember to maintain a safe, and benevolent environment. People who are considered to be disruptive, problematic or simply not in tune with the energy of the group will not be allowed to return. Finally, we're hug-friendly !!! 🤗
Vinyasa Yoga @ Satya Yoga (Paris11)
Vinyasa Yoga @ Satya Yoga (Paris11)
***Réservations sur [www.momoyoga.com/shut-up-and-breathe-yoga](www.momoyoga.com/shut-up-and-breathe-yoga), pensez à me laisser votre numéro de tél pour recevoir les infos d'accès!*** \- Adresse: 17 rue de La Fontaine Au Roi 75011 Paris \(entrée directement par la rue à droite du n°17\) \- Ouverture des portes 11h40 \(merci de ne pas entrer avant il y a un cours\) \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- On se retrouve tous les dimanches à 11h45 pour un cours de yoga vinyasa (dynamique) tous niveaux @ Satya Yoga, assez tard pour faire la grasse mat' et assez tôt pour profiter de sa journée ! Une heure quinze pour bouger, respirer, se recentrer et relâcher les tensions :) Amenez une tenue confortable & souple (legging, bas de survet, débardeur...) . Au programme: échauffement, exercices de respiration (Pranayama), postures (Asanas), focus sur une posture avancée, méditation et relaxation (Savasana). A dispo sur place: tapis, blocs, sangles, bolsters, couvertures See you there, Claire ♥ ★ Le yoga Vinyasa c'est quoi? Vinyasa est un terme Sanskrit qui signifie synchronisation du mouvement sur la respiration. Il est composé de deux racines : « nyasa » qui signifie « placer » et « vi » qui signifie « d'une manière spécifique ». On définit donc le yoga Vinyasa comme un enchaînement de mouvements dynamiques, initié et harmonisé par la respiration. Le yoga vinyasa est issu du yoga Ashtanga, qui lui consiste à exécuter une série de postures dans un ordre bien précis. À la différence de l'Ashtanga, le yoga Vinyasa est plus libre et créatif : il n'impose aucune série de mesures. Les enchaînements sont le fruit de l'expérience acquise par l'enseignant et sont adaptables aux besoins de chacun. **\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-** **INFOS PRATIQUES** **\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-** ★ ADRESSE : 17 rue de La Fontaine Au Roi 75011 Paris // Métro République (5 minutes), Parmentier (5 min) ou Goncourt (5 minutes) ★ Ouverture des portes 11h40 ***(! ne pas entrer avant il y a un cours)*** \- Début du cours 11h45 \- Merci d'arriver à l'heure\. ★ Tarifs: Cours d’essai: 17,50 euros // Cours à l’unité: 20 euros // Carte 4 cours : 74 euros (valable 2 mois) // Carte 10 cours : 175 euros (valable 4 mois) // Carte 20 cours : 330 euros (valable 6 mois) ★ Réservations et annulations: Pour faciliter l'organisation et pour laisser la place aux élèves en liste d'attente, l'annulation d'un cours doit se faire au plus tôt et au moins 24h00 à l'avance, dans le cas contraire, le cours sera considéré comme dû et non remboursable. Merci! ★ Contacts: Claire Collet // shutupandbreathe.yoga@gmail.com // www.shutupandbreatheyoga.com // www.instagram.com/claire_shutupandbreatheyoga // www.facebook.com/ShutUpAndBreatheYoga
Yoga, Méditation & Création du Fresque vivant en Direct
Yoga, Méditation & Création du Fresque vivant en Direct
✨ ART · SILENCE · MOUVEMENT ✨ Une journée hors du temps au cœur du 5e Deux artistes. Deux professeurs de yoga classique. Un mur blanc. Des symboles qui émergent en direct. Nous vous invitons à vivre une expérience rare : une journée de création vivante où la pratique intérieure et l’art se rencontrent dans le même espace, le même souffle. 🕐 Programme du dimanche 🎨 Avec les artistes Nuta — @nuta_symbol Maxime Verwaerde — @maxim_aum 🧘 Cours de yoga & méditation → 11h – 12h → 12h – 13h 🎨 Création en direct — Fresque vivante → 12h – 18h Deux artistes créent sous vos yeux une fresque murale habitée par des symboles. Venez observer, ressentir, laisser l’œuvre vous traverser. 🗣️ Rencontre avec les artistes & partage créatif → 13h – 17h30 Échanges libres autour de la création, du symbole, de la pratique contemplative et du geste artistique. 🧘 Cours de yoga & méditation → 17h30 – 18h30 → 18h45 – 19h45 🌀 Contribution libre sur donation 📍 50 rue de la Clef, 75005 Paris (Pré-ouverture du nouveau centre de yoga classique en France — Studio Être) 📋 Inscription sur place ou par message (0760967741) Merci d’arriver 15 minutes avant le cours ⚠️ Venez l’estomac vide (minimum 4h avant la pratique) Une invitation à être là, pleinement, le temps d’une journée. Partagez autour de vous 🙏
Yoga and Pranayama (Breathwork) in Paris 75015
Yoga and Pranayama (Breathwork) in Paris 75015
In this class, we’ll combine classical yoga movement with mindful breathwork to help you ground, relax, and reconnect with your body. Let your breath guide you, and enjoy the practice. All in new **Wellness Studio Sequoiia** in **Paris 15** — a space that immediately felt warm, gentle and safe… the kind of place where you can exhale the moment you walk in. **Here is the weekly schedule at the same studio** -Monday — 7:00 pm -Tuesday — 9:15 am -Thursday — 9:15 am -Friday — 9:15 am -Sunday — 10:00 am If you’ve been thinking about coming back to your mat… this is your sign. If you’ve been waiting for a gentle space to land… it’s here. And if you’re new — you’re already welcome. [https://www.yogaclubparis.fr/booking](https://www.yogaclubparis.fr/booking) [https://sequoiia.com/](https://sequoiia.com/) 🌻 Message Anu if you have any trouble finding class : +33 6 18 28 55 47 [Events in Paris, FR](https://www.meetup.com/find/fr--paris/)
Indoor Yin Yoga with Laura 75003
Indoor Yin Yoga with Laura 75003
**Sign up : yogaclubparis.fr/booking** Yin yoga is the perfect balance to the Yang of our changing lives. It works with the body in adeep and slow way through the practice of passive long held postures, breath, mental focus and awareness. It helps to gently release the stress and tension that accumulates from day to day. A gentle but challenging yoga practice including aspects of mindfulness.
Indoor Yoga & Breathwork with Anuradha 75015
Indoor Yoga & Breathwork with Anuradha 75015
**SIGN UP : [yogaclubparis.fr/booking](http://yogaclubparis.fr/booking)** Aiming to tap your own Prana/Vital force/ life energy to heal yourself and enhance the immunity, this is the class for you!! This class will introduce you to different Pranayama (breathing exercise) and Meditation Techniques and will involve a practice of all these techniques coupled with gentle asana/posture practice. Prana is the vital energy needed by physical and subtle layers on our body. It is the Prana or life force in us that nourishes the mind and keeps the body alive. Pranayama means working in the dimension of Prana and is an integral part of a developing yoga practice. In addition to supporting and deepening your Yoga asana practice, learning ways to calm or invigorate the body through breathing will greatly benefit all aspects of your life. Prior practice of Yoga asana/posture is recommended. Meet us at Dally Daoud Speedwell - Dance School in 24 Rue Juge, 75015 Paris. Contact Anu with any questions : +33618285547

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【Power circle】Coffee Walk: Power Of Connection Between Women
【Power circle】Coffee Walk: Power Of Connection Between Women
Are you interested in personal growth and self-development? Welcome to **Helene's Power Circle**, a Certified Somatic & Mindset Coach with over 15 years of corporate experience, supporting people in achieving fulfillment. The event is **open for women** to connect in our safe space and is designed to help us reconnect with ourselves and others in an authentic, grounded way. Through a mix of **somatic practices**, **guided reflection**, and **conscious conversation**, you’ll be invited to slow down, release tension, and realign with what truly matters to you. Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or simply seeking deeper connection, this space supports your **personal growth**, **emotional balance**, and **aligned action**. What we’ll do during the Meetup: * Somatic/body awareness exercises * Breathwork/Nervous system reset * Sharing circle You'll gain a deeper connection with your body and supportive, like-minded connections in the group. **Meetup Info:** Starting at LACTEM Palais Royal to meet and get to know each other, and we will follow up with a Mindful practice at Square Louvois, and lastly an enjoyable walk towards Pont des Arts. * Time: 11 AM to 13 PM * Meeting point: [LACTEM Palais Royal](https://maps.app.goo.gl/jz5gjmGaHGUKH1ig8) (38 Rue Croix des Petits Champs, 75001 Paris) * Duration: 2hr Don't hesitate to **RSVP** to this event, which gives you access to our WhatsApp community! The live location will be shared in the chat on the day of the event. **Follow us** to see more events that will change your life!
Balade Rouennaise
Balade Rouennaise
Tour historique de la ville de Rouen qui nous permettra de découvrir toutes les richesses de ce cœur de Normandie , de cette ville qui conserve toutes les traces de son histoire deux fois millenaires ou toutes les époques et tous les styles sont représentées: Gauloise , Romaine , Viking , Anglo-Normande ,enfin Française Cet itinéraire nous permettra de découvrir un ensemble unique de monuments civils et religieux s’échelonnant du Moyen-Âge à nos jours :cathédrale de Rouen(une des plus belles réalisations de l'art gothique en France) , de trés nombreuses maisons à colombages, le Palais de justice ,la Grande Horloge( une horloge astronomique avec un mécanisme du 14ème siècle et un cadran du 16ème siècle), beffroi gothique , St Maclou , St Ouen , ,Place du Marché ou fut suppliciée Jeanne d'Arc et pour finir un passage à la colline Ste Catherine , lieu emblématique de la métropole rouennoise offrant un panorama exceptionnel sur la ville aux 100 clochers , la Seine et ses 2 rives , ses ponts , etc Pique Nique sur colline St Catherine, niveau du belvédère si le temps le permet Possibilité d effectuer les courses le matin [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3_KD7GXWACk](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3_KD7GXWACk) [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qVTWU4XtK2Y](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qVTWU4XtK2Y) Départ PARIS ST LAZARE - ROUEN :08h40 - 10H02 - soit 1h20 Retour ROUEN - Paris St LAZARE: 18h10 -19h20 Cout : 14 Euros base tarif groupe soit de l'ordre de 25 % du tarif public
Vinyasa Yoga at Park 03.05
Vinyasa Yoga at Park 03.05
Embrace a dynamic practice that helps tone your body and find inner peace through a Vinyasa Yoga outdoor session at Jardins des Tuileries. This form is derived from Ashtanga, where the sequences are free-flowing. Organized by ETIKK Fragrances, this journey is an invitation to explore the sensory experience of enveloping scents that will accompany the workshop. Guided by Vérane Pina, a Yoga teacher for over 15 years, the practice offers a moment of connection and gentleness for yourself in the heart of springtime. Vérane also gives Yoga classes (private and semi-private) at the Ritz Club, Four Seasons George V and Plaza Athénée in Paris. **Les Amis** is a women-only community of friendly souls. We provide access to hundreds of experiences that explore your passions and connect you with other event participants. **Check our website to learn more, and apply to join our community and events**: [lesamis.cc/apply](https://www.lesamis.cc/apply)
Théâtre d’impro 🚀 - by Kpten Impro
Théâtre d’impro 🚀 - by Kpten Impro
Atelier d’impro Découvre les joies de l'impro, optimise ta créativité et libère ton potentiel ! L'improvisation théâtrale est un excellent outil de développement personnel et une formidable aventure collective ! Si tu as envie de [re]découvrir l'impro dans un cadre ludique et bienveillant cet atelier est fait pour toi ! Ces séances sont ouvertes à tous, débutants, intermédiaires, confirmés. L'atelier se déroule en 2 heures, au programme : Des échauffements dynamiques pour être à l’aise rapidement avec le groupe. La gestion du stress et le lâcher prise, Des jeux ludiques pour construire avec ses partenaires des histoires éphémères, Du rire, du [Fun] et des rencontres … Infos pratiques : - Nombre de participants limité - Prévoir une tenue confortable -Une participation de 10 euros sera à régler - Les modalités seront envoyées par message privé Venez vous essayer, vous dépasser, jouer des personnages… vous permettant de passer des moments d’exception. Nous déclinons toute responsabilité en cas d’incident, lors des ateliers. Hocine et Solène
Drawing meetup au Musée Bourdelle
Drawing meetup au Musée Bourdelle
Ce dimanche nous irons dessiner au musée Bourdelle! Nous nous retrouverons à 14:30 devant le restaurant Flam's, place Bienvenüe, 32 Av. du Maine, 75015, métro Montparnasse. Pourquoi pas devant le musée? Car ils voient d'un mauvais œil les grands groupes^^ nous y entrerons donc au compte-goutte. Le musée est gratuit, et ce n'est pas la peine de réserver! Apportez votre matériel de dessin et votre carnet de croquis, un tabouret pliable si vous en avez un. Nous nous retrouverons ensuite à 17:00 près de l'entrée du musée pour aller prendre un café ensemble dans un café à proximité et partager nos dessins. Tous niveaux bienvenus :) . This Sunday we will draw together at the Bourdelle museum! We'll meet at 2:30 pm in front of the nearby Flam's restaurant, Place Bienvenüe, 32 Av. du Maine, 75015, métro Montparnasse. Why not directly in front of the museum? Because they frown on large groups^^, so we'll go in little by little. The museum is free, and there's no need to make a reservation with them! Bring your drawing materials and sketchbook, a folding stool if you have one. We will then meet at 17:00 outside the museums front gate to go have a coffee together (not at Flams but close by) and share our drawings. All levels welcome :) .
Sortie sur tapis Pilates
Sortie sur tapis Pilates
**Roomfit Pilates 🧘‍♂️🧘‍♀️💃🏊 tous les week-ends (samedi ou dimanche selon la météo 🙂).** **Le but est de vous aider à mieux bouger votre corps avec plaisir et à être plus performant dans vos activités de tous les jours.** **Tarif : ( participation libre )sortie au chapeau**
Sunday Badminton -  11am Open Session
Sunday Badminton - 11am Open Session
Hi Badminton Fans! Come and join us every Sunday for a fun session of badminton. There are usually 2 sessions to choose from, **This 11 am - Open Session is open to players of all levels.** **If you are a complete beginner -** Talk to us first before signing up, and we can try to make accommodations and maybe have beginners-only court to begin with, with one of the organisers ready to explain all of the basics, such as serving, scoring, rules etc, as well as some pointers to help you progress. **Which Session To Choose** If you're unsure of your level, sign up for the 11am session to start, or ask us! We will try our utmost to ensure that you play with people of similar levels. **What Do You Need** Don't worry about equipment; racquets and shuttlecocks are provided, and there's no need for a badminton license or insurance. Just bring your indoor sports shoes, and a willingness to meet new friends and have lots of fun. There are changing rooms and showers. **Get There Early** Try and get there early to change and get warmed up so that we can start right on time. The courts are normally not being used before we play, so we can get a little extra time playing. **Registration & Payments** Registration is 14€ per person, and you can sign up via PayPal through this event page. For alternative payments, check for available slots on the event page first. Then, submit your payment via https://revolut.me/jonathwu3q with a description of which event you are signing up for, and send the screenshot to one of us so that we can add you. *Please Note: If your name is **not** in the attendees list and you do not have confirmation from us, you will be turned away.* **Annual Membership Option** For regular players, there is the option to take out an annual membership. This costs 80€ for the first year and is renewable each year for 40€. This reduces the weekly registration fee to only 10€ per session. **No Refunds** In the case of a cancellation or no-show, there are no refunds. See you all on the court on Sunday. Happy badminton-ing! Kelvin (0603250357) and Vijay (0767341832), **FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS** 1. I don’t speak French, can I join? * Yes! We are an international group and everyone speaks English! 2. Are there still available slots? I can’t sign up! Help! * Check the bottom of the event page for availabilities. Once full, RSVPs will be closed. Sign up as early as possible because the events fill up very quickly. 3. I signed up, but I can’t make it! Can I get a refund? * No refunds for cancellations or no-shows. If you inform us early enough, we can try to find a substitute and refund you, but no guarantees. 4. Why can’t I get a refund? * We need a fixed number of participants to maximize court usage, court fees, team arrangements, and team rotations. Cancelations throw all of this off. 5. Do I need to bring anything? Water? Racquets? Birdies? * If you have your own racquet, that will be best! Otherwise, we have spare ones and we provide the shuttlecocks. Bring enough water to hydrate yourself.

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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.
Slate Run Metro Park and Living Historical Farm
Slate Run Metro Park and Living Historical Farm
**Hike Slate Run Metro Park and visit the Living Historical Farm. We will aim for 3.5 to 4 miles of hiking and then do a quick pass through the Living Historical Farm. From there those who are interested can join for lunch at Brewdog, 96 Gender Way, Canal Winchester, just 11 minutes away.** **If you’d like to spend more time at the Farm plan on arriving early (they open at 9).** **Living Historical Farm: Time has been turned back to the 1880s at Slate Run Living Historical Farm. Experience first-hand what life was like on a 19th-century Ohio farm. As you stroll through the gardens, barns and farmhouse, you will see the farm’s costumed staff and volunteers going about their daily chores. Pigs, geese, turkeys, Percheron horses and other heirloom animals can be seen.** **The gothic revival farmhouse was built in 1856 and restored by Metro Parks for authenticity. Visitors can tour the living room, parlor and kitchen and watch the farm ladies prepare meals on a woodburning stove and tend the house. The multi-bay barn was built by Samuel Oman, the fourth owner of Slate Run Farm, and restored by Amish carpenters.** **Allow at least three hours and maybe more if you're joining for lunch.** **Pace is 17-18 minute miles with no one left behind. Faster walkers are free to lead - I'll have the route well defined - and we can meet up at the farm.** **This is the fourth of the metro parks.**
Duty vs. Results: What Makes an Action Moral?
Duty vs. Results: What Makes an Action Moral?
When judging morality, should we prioritize **intentions/duty** or **outcomes/results**? It introduces two influential philosophers as representatives of these approaches. * **Immanuel Kant (deontology):** An action is moral when it is done from **duty** and follows rational, universal principles (the **categorical imperative**). Certain acts—like lying—are wrong regardless of the consequences; you can’t do a wrong thing for a right reason. * **John Stuart Mill (utilitarian consequentialism):** The morality of an action is determined by its **effects**, specifically how much **happiness/well-being** it produces. Mill argues that some pleasures are “higher” than others, and that good intentions don’t redeem harmful outcomes. ## Discussion Questions 1. **The lying dilemma:** A murderer comes to your door and asks if your friend is hiding inside. Kant would say you must not lie. 2. **Can good intentions rescue a bad outcome?** 3. **The organ harvest problem:** A surgeon has five patients dying of organ failure and one healthy patient in for a checkup. Killing the one to harvest organs would save five lives, and the math works out for the utilitarian. Why does this feel so deeply wrong? Is that feeling a point in Kant's favor, or just a bias we should overcome? 4. **Do rules need exceptions?** Kant insists moral rules must be universal, with no exceptions. But most of us can imagine extreme scenarios where any rule seems like it should bend. Does the need for exceptions fatally undermine deontology, or is the strength of the system precisely that it refuses to bend? 5. **Who gets to calculate the consequences?** Utilitarianism asks us to maximize good outcomes, but we're notoriously bad at predicting consequences. If we can't reliably know the results of our actions, is it practical to base our entire moral system on outcomes? Does this uncertainty push us back toward rules and principles? 6. **Everyday morality:** Think about a real moral decision you've made recently, even a small one. Did you reason more like a Kantian (what's the right thing to do in principle?) or more like a utilitarian (what will produce the best result?)? Do most people naturally lean one way? 7. **Justice vs. the greater good:** A town can prevent a deadly plague by sacrificing one innocent person. The greater good is clearly served. But is it just? Can an action be morally right and deeply unjust at the same time? 8. **The big synthesis question:** Are these two systems actually opposed, or do they often arrive at the same answers by different paths? Is it possible that we need both: rules to guide us in the moment and consequences to evaluate systems and policies over time?
Monday Night Meditation Practice
Monday Night Meditation Practice
Join us on Monday nights at 7pm for two 25 minute quiet meditations, with one short walking meditation in between. There will be a brief and informal conversation afterward. Stay for as long as you like and feel free to bring or share whatever is on your mind. All Zen Center events are also available via Zoom at bit.ly/IndyZen.
Sunday Brunch
Sunday Brunch
Sleep in on Sundays. When you've had your fill of pajama-time, roll out and have some tasty brunch with your fellow Humanists!
Wednesday Night Meditation Practice
Wednesday Night Meditation Practice
Join us on Wednesday nights at 7pm for two 25 minute quiet meditations, with one short walking meditation in between. There will be a brief and informal conversation afterward. Stay for as long as you like and feel free to bring or share whatever is on your mind. All Zen Center events are also available via Zoom at bit.ly/IndyZen.
COLUMBUS SPIRITUALITY MEETUP
COLUMBUS SPIRITUALITY MEETUP
We are excited to host Guided Meditations on Sundays at 6 pm in our Ashram/Gallery/Home! !! !! Everyone wants to know what kind of God we worship and what kind of meditation we do. We worship the GOD that LOVES US! We understand that god is an energy and it lives in us as us. Our meditations guide others to actually experience that energy! xoxo We don't just talk about peace, love and affection, we experience it :) Also we are a home not a business, so we enjoy building community one friend at a time. We always build in time for people to mingle & develop friendships! xoxo Much Love, Frank Tennyson Namaste, Frank Tennyson http://photos3.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/a/f/9/9/600_447824953.jpeg