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Bonjour Ă tousđ±!
Je propose de tester ensemble ce resto' végane !
Pour checker le Menu : âĄïž https://bodhivegan.fr/order/?type=pickup
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Et bien sĂ»r, **mieux vaut prĂ©venir que guĂ©rir** : on reste prudent, on se socialise avec bon sens đ·. Si vous avez des symptĂŽmes type Grippe ou Covid, il vaut mieux rester chez soi bien au chaud.
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I'd like to suggest this spot for a fully plant-based lunch.
Click here to explore the menu: **âĄïž** https://bodhivegan.fr/order/?type=pickup
Please be considerate. **Only book if you're positive you can come**... so to make booking manageable.
If you need to cancel your attendance, please do so by updating your "RSVP" status online soon enough, no later than 2 days before.
Last, **Better safe than sorry**, let's socialise safelyđ· and have common sense if one feels like having the flu or covid.
đLooking forward to seeing you!đ
Shinrin-yoku: Silent Forest Walk (Fontainebleau)
**Update đż**
Due to the rainy weather forecast for Sunday in Fontainebleau, Iâve decided to move the walk to **Saturday, May 2nd.**
As well as
due to train maintenance during the long holiday, weâll need to slightly adjust our route.
Weâll meet at Saint-MichelâNotre-Dame, then take a train to Juvisy, transfer to another train to Fontainebleau, and finally take a bus to the forest.
It might take a bit longer than expected â sorry, I just found out about this.
Iâve already reached out to everyone who signed up and Iâm currently waiting for your response. Merci !
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**About**
A guided quiet walk in the Fontainebleau forest, inspired by Shinrin-yoku (forest bathing).
A space to slow down, disconnect from the city, and reconnect with nature and yourself.
### **Format**
â Small group
â A gentle, mindful **hike** in the forest
â We walk mostly in silence, to fully experience the surroundings
â Occasional pauses to breathe and take it in
â Time to connect and share during a picnic
### **Schedule**
â Meet at Gare de Lyon
â \~45 min train to Fontainebleau
â Bus ride to grab something for a picnic
â Begin a gentle, mindful hike in the forest (\~1 hour)
â Pause for a picnic, relax, and connect
â A slow walk back through the forest
â Return to Paris by train
**Purpose**
To create a calm, grounding experience away from the fast pace of daily life.
To bring more presence, clarity, and simple human connection.
**Who itâs for**
â Anyone who feels the need to slow down
â Nature lovers
â Curious minds open to a different kind of experience
**No special preparation needed - just come as you are đż**
Open Air Yoga - Jardin des Tuileries
**Join us for an open air yoga class in Jardin des Tuileries!**
âš **What to expect** âš
âïž A carefully guided Vinyasa flow
âïž A chance to meet other internationals
âïž A peaceful escape from the cityâs stress
Please bring a yoga mat with you OR a big beach towel to practice. If you do not have any of these, feel free to contact me and I will find a solution. It's best to arrive already dressed in a comfy sports outfit.
**Participation fee : this class is free.**
Join our Whats App Group and find more info here: https://linktr.ee/yogagroveparis
Looking forward to practicing with you!
Instagram : @yogagroveparis
Hatha Yoga in Kolo Community Space - Build Strength & Awareness (Paris 20)
### Reconnect gently with your body and breath.
This session is an invitation to slow down and come back to your body in a simple and accessible way.
Many of us feel disconnected or unsure where to start - especially if yoga feels difficult or intimidating. This class is designed to be the opposite of that.
We move slowly, with guidance and awareness, allowing you to explore movement, breath, and sensation at your own pace.
No pressure, no performance, just a space to reconnect.
## âš What weâll explore together
* A guided Hatha yoga practice open to all levels
* Different variations offered so you can adapt the practice
* Building strength and improving mobility
* Working with breath to support movement
* Finishing with a moment to reset and integrate
## đż This class is for you if
* you want a balanced practice combining movement and breath
* youâre new to yoga or returning after a break
* youâre looking for a class that is guided but adaptable
* you want to feel more connected to how your body moves
* you need a break from the pace of daily life
## đż About me
My yoga journey started in 2017, when I began exploring yoga beyond just physical training.
In 2023, I completed my **200-hour Hatha Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh, India**, and continued studying anatomy and biomechanics to better understand how the body moves.
I guide classes with a focus on clear structure, attention to breath, and offering variations so each person can adapt the practice to their own level.
## đ Practical info
* Location: Kolo Community Space, 75020 Paris
* Duration: 1h15
* Please bring your own yoga mat
* Comfortable clothing recommended
* Open to all levels
If you have any questions, donât hesitate to contact me - Iâll be happy to answer.
Yoga â Paris 16
đż **SĂ©ance de Hatha Yoga â Bien-ĂȘtre & Ăquilibre** đż
Je vous propose une séance de yoga pour vous détendre et vous recentrer.
dans un espace intérieur privé, calme et dédié à la pratique du yoga et du ballet, situé à Paris 16.
đ§ Le Hatha Yoga permet de travailler le corps, la respiration et le mental,
dans une pratique douce, équilibrée et accessible à tous.
⚠PremiÚre séance offerte
đ¶ Ensuite : 15⏠par personne
**Ă propos de moi**
Je suis professeur de Hatha Yoga certifiĂ© par lâUniversitĂ© Tapovan (Paris).
Originaire dâInde, je pratique le yoga depuis plus de 15 ans.
Je propose des séances simples, efficaces et adaptées à chacun.
**Ma façon dâenseigner**
â AdaptĂ© Ă tous les niveaux
â Travail sur la respiration et les postures
â Moment de calme, sans compĂ©tition
Au plaisir de pratiquer ensemble đ
Vinyasa Yoga @ Studio Baretto (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'accÚs!***
STUDIO BARETTO - 18 Rue du Moulin Joly 75011 Paris (entrée directement par la rue à gauche du n°18)
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On se retrouve tous les samedis Ă 11h10 pour un cours de yoga vinyasa (dynamique) tous niveaux @ Studio Baretto, une heure pour bouger, respirer, se recentrer et relĂącher les tensions :)
Amenez une tenue confortable & souple (legging, bas de survet, débardeur...) .
Au programme: échauffement, exercices de respiration (Pranayama), postures (Asanas), méditation et relaxation (Savasana).
A dispo sur place: tapis, blocs
See you there, Claire â„
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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 maniÚre spécifique ». On définit donc le yoga Vinyasa comme un enchaßnement 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 enchaßnements sont le fruit de l'expérience acquise par l'enseignant et sont adaptables aux besoins de chacun.
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**INFOS PRATIQUES**
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Début du cours 11h10. Ouverture des portes 11h00. Merci d'arriver minimum 5 minutes avant le début du cours
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Tarifs: Cours dâessai: 17,50 euros // Cours Ă lâunitĂ©: 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)
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Réservations & annulations: Pour faciliter l'organisation & pour laisser la place aux élÚves en liste d'attente, l'annulation d'un cours doit se faire au plus tÎt et au moins 24h00 à l'avance, dans le cas contraire, le cours sera considéré comme dû et non remboursable. Merci!
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Contacts: Claire Collet // shutupandbreathe.yoga@gmail.com // www.shutupandbreatheyoga.com // www.instagram.com/claire_shutupandbreatheyoga // www.facebook.com/ShutUpAndBreatheYoga
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Venez vous relaxer et méditer
Bienvenue Ă tous !
La mĂ©ditation du cĆur est une technique simple et pratique.
En quelques minutes, vous apprendrez à vous détendre véritablement et à ressentir la légÚreté et la joie.
Vous n'avez pas besoin de savoir comment méditer ni croire en un systÚme ou une philosophie particuliÚre.
Venez et faßtes l'expérience. C'est tout ! A dimanche prochain !
Deep Talk / In English
đ©đ° Let's have a weekly deep talk in an intimate Parisian cafĂ©, share a drink and have a good time with like-minded, lovely and chill people. đ„â
We're here to sip life in a childish, simple and non-serious way. đ
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.
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This group is adressed to :
â 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.
â 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 ....
â Please don't subscribe if :
â You don't see yourself in the group's aims and beliefs.
â You're travelling for a short period of time and don't live or intend to live in Paris.
â 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 :
â â 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.
â đ We keep the session small, cosy and relaxed in a quiet place, prioritising regularity to encourage intimacy, connection, listening and speaking. (\~ 5/6 people)
â đ 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.
â đ 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.
â đ (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 :
â 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.
â Ask open-ended questions and invite the other person to describe what a situation was like for them or how they felt.
â 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.
â 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.
â Listen actively and ask follow-up questions.
â Be empathetic and offer emotional validation so that they feel seen and heard.
It is forbidden to judge, but try to understand.
â â± Be aware of your speaking time for Equally Speak.
â đ€« 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.
â đš 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 !!! đ€
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'accÚs!***
\- Adresse: 17 rue de La Fontaine Au Roi 75011 Paris \(entrée directement par la rue à droite du n°17\)
\- Ouverture des portes 11h40 \(merci de ne pas entrer avant il y a un cours\)
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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 tÎt pour profiter de sa journée !
Une heure quinze pour bouger, respirer, se recentrer et relĂącher 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 â„
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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 maniÚre spécifique ». On définit donc le yoga Vinyasa comme un enchaßnement 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 enchaßnements sont le fruit de l'expérience acquise par l'enseignant et sont adaptables aux besoins de chacun.
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**INFOS PRATIQUES**
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ADRESSE : 17 rue de La Fontaine Au Roi 75011 Paris // Métro République (5 minutes), Parmentier (5 min) ou Goncourt (5 minutes)
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Ouverture des portes 11h40 ***(! ne pas entrer avant il y a un cours)*** \- Début du cours 11h45 \- Merci d'arriver à l'heure\.
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Tarifs: Cours dâessai: 17,50 euros // Cours Ă lâunitĂ©: 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)
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Réservations et annulations: Pour faciliter l'organisation et pour laisser la place aux élÚves en liste d'attente, l'annulation d'un cours doit se faire au plus tÎt et au moins 24h00 à l'avance, dans le cas contraire, le cours sera considéré comme dû et non remboursable. Merci!
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Contacts: Claire Collet // shutupandbreathe.yoga@gmail.com // www.shutupandbreatheyoga.com // www.instagram.com/claire_shutupandbreatheyoga // www.facebook.com/ShutUpAndBreatheYoga
Hatha Yoga du matin â Paris 16
đż **Hatha Yoga du matin â Bien-ĂȘtre & Ăquilibre** đż
Je vous propose une séance de yoga pour bien commencer la journée, dans le calme et la présence.
Dans un espace intérieur privé, calme et dédié à la pratique du yoga et du ballet, situé à Paris 16.
đ§ Le Hatha Yoga permet de rĂ©veiller le corps, dâactiver la respiration et dâapaiser le mental,
dans une pratique douce, équilibrée et accessible à tous.
⚠PremiÚre séance offerte
đ¶ Ensuite : 15⏠par personne
**Ă propos de moi**
Je suis professeur de Hatha Yoga certifiĂ© par lâUniversitĂ© Tapovan (Paris).
Originaire dâInde, je pratique le yoga depuis plus de 15 ans.
Je propose des séances simples, efficaces et adaptées à chacun.
**Ma façon dâenseigner**
â AdaptĂ© Ă tous les niveaux
â Travail sur la respiration et les postures
â Moment de calme, sans compĂ©tition
Au plaisir de pratiquer ensemble đ
Formation Reiki 1er degrĂ© â Paris | 2 & 3 mai 2025
Découvrez le Reiki lors d'un weekend d'initiation en petit groupe, guidé par Amandine, Maßtre Reiki Usui certifiée niveau 4.
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**Samedi 2 et dimanche 3 mai** â 9h30 Ă 17h30 đ Espace Bien-Ătre â 14 rue Louis Morard, 75014 Paris đ¶ **220 ⏠pour les deux jours** (livret inclus)
Au programme : histoire et principes du Reiki, auto-traitement, positions de mains, sensibilisation aux chakras et initiations transmises par le MaĂźtre Reiki.
Accessible Ă tous, sans prĂ©requis. Vous repartez avec votre livret de formation et la capacitĂ© de pratiquer immĂ©diatement sur vous-mĂȘme et vos proches.
đ Inscription validĂ©e Ă rĂ©ception d'un acompte de 50 ⏠đ 07 68 76 46 77 \| [amandinejacob0@gmail.com](mailto:amandinejacob0@gmail.com)
Expérience Eye-Contact
L'événement **Eye-contact** vise principalement à améliorer les compétences en communication non verbale des participants. Voici les objectifs principaux de cet événement :
* **Renforcer la communication** : Apprendre à établir un contact visuel efficace pour capter l'attention et renforcer le message transmis lors des échanges.
* **Susciter l'empathie** : Utiliser le regard pour établir un lien émotionnel avec les interlocuteurs, favorisant ainsi une meilleure compréhension mutuelle.
* **Gagner la confiance** : Développer la capacité à maintenir le contact visuel, ce qui inspire confiance et crédibilité auprÚs de l'auditoire.
* **Surmonter la timidité** : Aider les participants à dépasser leur peur du jugement en pratiquant le contact visuel dans des environnements rassurants.
* **Améliorer la mémorisation** : Favoriser une meilleure rétention des informations échangées grùce à un contact visuel soutenu.
Cet événement est donc conçu pour offrir aux participants des outils pratiques et des exercices qui leur permettront de maßtriser cette technique de communication essentielle.
**L'experience *:***
*L'un en face de l'autre, aucun des deux ne conversant ni ne s'efforçant de se rendre intéressant.*
S'asseoir et se regarder, sans qu'on ne dise ni ne fasse quoi que ce soit.
Ni parler, ni s'agiter, ni rire nerveusement ni ĂȘtre embarrassĂ©.
On s'apercevra que l'on a tendance Ă confronter avec une partie du corps plutĂŽt qu'Ă confronter seulement, ou Ă utiliser un systĂšme de confrontation plutĂŽt qu'Ă **ĂȘtre simplement lĂ **. Le nom de cet exercice serait incorrect si confronter signifiait faire quelque chose. **Toute l'action consiste Ă habituer Ă ĂȘtre lĂ **, Ă un mĂštre en face d'un autre, sans s'excuser ni bouger, ni sursauter ni se dĂ©fendre. Le fait de confronter avec une partie du corps peut provoquer des somatiques dans la partie du corps dont on se sert pour confronter. **La solution est simplement de confronter et d'ĂȘtre lĂ .** Simplement ĂȘtre lĂ et confronter, et on atteint un gain majeur stable.
Informations auprÚs de Sébastien : 06.11.85.49.57.
Yoga and Pranayama (Breathwork) in Paris 75015
In this class, weâll 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** â 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 â 7:00 pm
-Tuesday â 9:15 am
-Thursday â 9:15 am
-Friday â 9:15 am
-Sunday â 10:00 am
If youâve been thinking about coming back to your mat⊠this is your sign.
If youâve been waiting for a gentle space to land⊠itâs here.
And if youâre new â youâre already welcome.
[https://www.yogaclubparis.fr/booking](https://www.yogaclubparis.fr/booking)
[https://sequoiia.com/](https://sequoiia.com/)
đ» Message Anu if you have any trouble finding class : +33 6 18 28 55 47
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Libera Animae - Freeing the Soul
Main Library, Meeting Room 2B
Join us for a welcoming evening of reflection, gentle music, and meaningful conversation. Weâll 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.
Neurospicy Columbus - Join us for Stauff's Coffee and Book Loft
Join Neurospicy Columbus at the Stauff's for coffee and then a stroll through the Book Loft nearby!
This will be a friendly chat for like minded individuals with Autism and/or ADHD (or somewhere on the Neurodiverse Spectra).
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 actsâlike lyingâare wrong regardless of the consequences; you canât 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 âhigherâ than others, and that good intentions donât 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?
Coffee and Book Chat: Disability Visibility
Let's catch up and have a relaxed chat, including chat about the book Disability Visibility.
This collection of essays is available at the library. You'll be invited to share the essay that you related to the most, and the essay that did the most to grow your awareness of something new. It's OK if you don't read the whole book!
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!
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 youâd 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 farmâs 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.**
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
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