Coaching the Mind

**A breakup can feel destabilizing and painful, but it can also become a powerful moment for reflection, learning, and personal growth.** This women coaching circle offers a supportive and trauma-aware space to explore how you can use your breakup as a turning point rather than something that defines or limits you. **❣ Please read all details! ❣** This is a guided coaching space with a clear focus on self-reflection, insight, and forward movement. Participation is always voluntary. You choose how much you share, and listening is a valid form of participation at all times. Through mindful reflection, structured group coaching, and practical tools, you will be supported to: 🌿 gain perspective on your breakup and its impact 💛 recognize patterns, needs, and inner resources 🌅 identify concrete ways to grow, rebuild confidence, and move forward with more self-trust There is no pressure to revisit painful details or to share personal stories unless it feels supportive for you. The intention is not emotional release, but conscious understanding and empowerment. **This women’s circle is about clarity, self-responsibility, and learning how to turn a challenging life transition into an opportunity for growth.** 🌞 **About the Spaceholder** This circle is guided by Isabel, a holistic mindfulness and life coach with many years of experience supporting individuals and groups through life transitions. Her approach is grounded, trauma-aware, and practical. Isabel combines mindfulness, emotional awareness, and coaching tools to help her clients gain clarity, strengthen self-trust, and move forward with intention and presence. 📅 **Date & Time:** March 10th\, 2026 \| 7:00 – 9:00 pm \(Doors open at 6:45 pm\) 📍 **Location:** Samariterkiez, Berlin (address will be shared after registration) 💰 **Contribution:** 10 – 15 € 💌 **Registration: Only via Email or Whatsapp** Email: wildandsilent.berlin@gmail.com WhatsApp: +49 (0) 1573 72 48 15 7 **RSVP on Meetup does not secure your seat.**

Join us for a powerful outdoor Wim Hof–inspired experience at Schlachtensee. INSTAGRAM **(@holostar33)** We combine conscious breathing, cold-water immersion and guided rewarming to help you boost your energy, mental resilience and inner strength. This session is guided by **Javi de Lacour (@javidelacour)** — the main facilitator of the event, with **over 200 ice baths completed** and **more than 80 guided immersions**. Together with **Paula García**, we create a safe, motivating and transformative experience. *** ## **Session Structure** ### **1\. Wim Hof Breathwork \(10 min\)** Before entering the cold water, we prepare the body and mind through guided breathing: * Immediate mental control through deep, conscious cycles * Strong oxygenation and energy activation * Emotional grounding and focused awareness * Calm confidence to face the cold **Your benefit:** calmer mind, stronger lungs, better stress response and mental focus. *** ### **2\. Guided Cold Water Immersion \(5 min\)** A supervised immersion in the lake’s cold water: * Intense circulation boost * Reduced inflammation and muscle tension * Activation of your resilience and inner strength * Support and guidance throughout the entire immersion **Your benefit:** increased vitality, mental toughness and rapid physical recovery. *** ### **3\. Rewarming & Inner Heat Activation \(15 min\)** After leaving the water, we guide you through specific exercises to: * Restore your body temperature safely * Activate your muscles * Integrate the emotional and physical benefits **Your benefit:** full-body renewal, clarity, and long-lasting energy. *** ## **What to Bring** * Warm clothes * Towel * Swimwear * Dry socks * Water bottle * Optional: gloves, hat, warm tea *** ## **Contraindications** Not suitable for: * Severe cardiovascular disease * Uncontrolled hypertension * Pregnancy * Epilepsy If unsure, send us a message. *** ## **Who We Are (@holostar33)** **Javi de Lacour (@javidelacour)** – Main facilitator ✔ 200+ ice baths completed ✔ 80+ guided immersions ✔ Breathwork & cold exposure specialist **Paula García** ✔ Breathwork facilitator ✔ Holostar33 co-founder ✔ Community & somatic support We guide safe, grounded and empowering outdoor experiences in Berlin.

Widersprüchlichkeit hat einen schlechten Ruf, nach außen hin sollen oder wollen wir kohärent erscheinen. Und trotzdem sind wir meistens doch irgendwie widersprüchlich, zumindest wenn wir ehrlich mit uns sind. Wir sind mutig und ängstlich, klar und verwirrt, großzügig und kleinlich. Wir wollen Nähe und gleichzeitig Rückzug, Veränderung und Sicherheit. Am Dienstag wollen wir diese widersprüchlichen Impulse wahrnehmen, ihnen Raum geben und sie nicht bewerten. Wenn wir unseren Widersprüchen freier begegnen, können wir flexibler reagieren und zugleich mitfühlender mit uns selbst und mit anderen werden. Wer möchte dabei sein? Ich freue mich auf Euch! Die Gruppe gibt es schon seit einigen Jahren, im Schnitt sind wir zu sechst bis acht. Fühle dich jederzeit herzlich willkommen, auch nur mal zum Schnuppern!

### ***This is a closed course that can only be booked and attended as a whole.*** ***So it’s best to join one of the other sMove! trainings beforehand – either on Thursdays in the park or online on Saturdays: [www.baerbelsinger.de/smove ](www.baerbelsinger.de/smove)*** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ### Sensing and Expanding 🌿 sMove! invites you to expand your sensations and ways of expression through the body. The movements are simple and playful – yet they go deep: by moving with awareness, you discover qualities within yourself that are often covered by habit or tension. ### The Body as a Container 🌀 The body is more than muscles and bones – it is a container of memories, energy, and possibilities. In sMove! training, we explore this potential through rhythm, new movements, and focused attention. Each movement becomes an opportunity to sense more clearly, to shift old patterns, and to unfold new qualities – vitality, calm, presence, joy. ### Clarity through Intention 🎯 What makes sMove! special is not performance or perfection, but the direct experience of your body paired with intention, precision, and letting go. When you allow your body to guide you, space opens: your mind becomes quieter, energy can flow, aliveness grows. sMove! strengthens you inside and out – with more flexibility, strength, and ease. ### Experiencing Community 🤝 In the group, connection arises. Everyone moves in their own way – and yet we resonate with the shared rhythm. This collective presence builds trust in your own strength, encourages curiosity, and makes it easier to try something new. ### Who is sMove! for? 🌍 sMove! is open to everyone – previous experience is recommended (feel free to ask). 15 sessions * **November 2025**: 11., 18. * **Dezember 2025**: 9., 16. * **Januar 2026**: 20., 27. * **Februar 2026**: 3., 10., 17., 24. * **März 2026**: 24., 31. * **April 2026**: 7., 14., 28. 💶 Fee Early Bird: 280€ Full package: **320 €**

*** Class is mostly in German language, but if need I offer translations *** Everyone is welcome! • My Vinyasa Yoga Class is a mix of powerful movements combined with meditation elements. Warm up, mobilise, stretch & release your muscles. And your brain. Be chilled, be focused, be mindful. I support the members individually, so this class is suitable for all levels: You will find new ways to refine your personal practice. • My class is 75 Min. and takes place every tuesday 6:15PM. Mats, blankets, showers & tea is ready for you! • The balance recommended: Donation-Drop-In 15€ USC Members Welcome: USC M (4x), L (8x), XL (8x) Studiocard Price: https://www.yogaatlobeblock.de/preise • LOCATION Böttgerstraße 16, 13357 Berlin 1st floor, RIGHT ELEVATOR • HOW TO GET THERE 5 Min. walk from Gesundbrunnencenter near Magic Mountain Kletterhalle U8 Gesundbrunnen S42/41 & S1 BUS N7, 247, RE5 GOOGLE MAPS: https://tinyurl.com/yal3wf2x • CONTACT Christina Metzler yoga@makesmehappy.de https://www.facebook.com/YOGAmmh

Do you have a life situation you would like to speak to someone one-on-one about? Each month, there's an opportunity for exactly that - in a confidential setting, with professsional support. The sessions are free, and you're welcome to make a donation if you like. ***On timing:*** *There are four, 45-minute slots on the event date. When you sign up, one of those will be reserved for you until they are full.* **ABOUT YOUR COUNSELLING SESSION** Because 'counselling' can mean different things to different people, it's perhaps useful to say that the counselling on offer here is not the same as, nor a substitute for therapy. Your counselling session is open for any topic you want to bring, and our time will be spent helping you identify your situation, explore your options, identify any resources that you already have that can help you, and brainstorm what your next steps might be. The work we will do focusses on your experience; you can bring along any topic that's important to you... * I'm not sure how to get the healthcare I need... * I'm not doing so well after a breakup... * My work is really stressing me out lately... * I'd like to somehow support my partner more... * I'm worried I might slip into a winter depression... * I'd like to feel more at home in my masculinity... Literally anything can be(come) our starting point. **ABOUT ME** My name is Hans. I've been co-facilitating the Berlin Men's Group since 2021. I'm also a member of the Berlin Men's Group partner project Zigmal - zigmal.org. That organisation was set up to support men's individual needs, and these sessions are part of that. I'm a certified systemic trauma counsellor specialised in men's work, and am a licensed 'Heilpraktiker für Psychotherapie' under German law. If you would be interested in a session with me, you can sign up to this event or send a message to request@zigmal.org, and I will contact you with the next steps. Looking forward to hearing from you!

**We are starting into a new round of having some human magic happen :)** **What to expect at an Authentic Games Berlin event?** Authentic Relating is embodied communication practice. We search for authenticity – staying true to your needs, feelings and boundaries – while relating to other human beings with their needs, feelings and boundaries. **Theme of the evening: Asking for help** Asking for help is one of the simplest human gestures - and yet, it carries a surprising amount of complexity for many of us. We hesitate, we overthink, we hope to be understood without having to ask. Or we ask quickly and often, but still feel the tremble underneath. There are various internal patterns at play around needing support: pride that keeps us independent, fear that keeps us quiet, longing that keeps us hoping. In this session, we invite you to explore your personal relationship with asking for help. What happens in you when you reach out? What parts of you reject support, and which parts quietly crave it? Are you clear about what you truly need or do you hold back, waiting for the “right moment” or the “right person”? Through guided Authentic Relating games, we will bring these dynamics into awareness. You will practice naming what you need, feeling the internal reactions that arise, and staying present whether you are met with a yes, a no, or a request for clarity. You will explore the difference between asking and receiving, between vulnerability and agency, between the instinct to shrink and the courage to stay open. This evening is an invitation to experiment with the art of asking for help as a pathway to connection, clarity, and shared humanity. As always: Come curious and leave connected. Join us on Tuesday, **10th March** 2026 at **Café Maggie**, [Frankfurter Allee 205, 10365 Berlin](http://maps.google.com/maps?q=Frankfurter%20Allee%20205%2C%2010365%20Berlin), **7–9 pm** (please come to land up to 15 minutes earlier, as we start at the full hour, doors close at 7pm) **Price** The event is donation based. Cash or PayPal only, no registration needed. Suggested donation: 8-20 €. No one will be turned away due to the lack of funds. **What to bring?** Nothing but you. You have everything you need to take part in this experience of human connection. **Everyone is welcome to join. Even if you are on the waitlist here on Meet-Up, please come and join us - we will have a spot for you.** **No previous experience with Authentic Relating Practices needed.** **Spread the word. Bring a friend - all are welcome. We look forward to seeing you there.** **Accessibility and diversity note** We aim to make our Authentic Games events accessible and diverse. We would like to explicitly welcome everybody, regardless of age, social background, identity, body shape, (dis)abilities etc. We put effort into dismantling biases and systems of oppressions we participate in as well as meeting various access needs. Feel free to contact us at [[authenticgamesberlin@gmail.com](http://authenticgamesberlin@gmail.com)]([mailto:authenticgamesberlin@gmail.com](http://mailto:authenticgamesberlin@gmail.com)) if you have any concerns or questions in this regard. Authentic Games events are based on talking and listening to other people in pairs, trios or bigger groups. Depending on the number of participants, this may generate a considerable level of noise in the space. The event is held in English with possible translation to German or Polish. While playing the game you can talk in a language you choose with your partner(s). Sometimes the games may also involve movement (for example walking). Consensual touch with other participants is allowed but never necessary. The upcoming event is happening in Café Maggie at Frankfurter Allee 205 – next to U-Bahn Magdalenenstraße. The space is on the ground floor, but there is one small doorstep at the entrance. There is a barrier free toilet inside. Despite the name, you cannot buy drinks in Café Maggie, but we provide water and tea for participants.

Infoabend zum Dreijahres-Training - Kostenfrei (live über Zoom) Start: Mi. 11. Mär. 26, 19:00 Uhr Ende: 21:00 Uhr Kostenfreier Online-Infoabend zum Dreijahres-Training mit Christian Meyer per Zoom: Einblick in Ausrichtung, Arbeitsweise, Methoden und Raum für Fragen. Viele Menschen spüren: Ich möchte meine Persönlichkeit entfalten und das leben, was mir wirklich entspricht. Ich möchte lebendig und kreativ sein – nicht mit faulen Kompromissen – und dabei wirkliche Nähe und echte Begegnung erleben. Das Dreijahres-Training ist ein Praxisweg für ganzheitliche Persönlichkeitsentwicklung und spirituelle Praxis. Es geht darum, inneres Wachstum in die Hand zu nehmen – nicht allein, sondern gemeinsam, in einem klaren, getragenen Rahmen. Und es geht darum, die Verbindung zwischen Körper, Gefühlen und Geist wirklich herzustellen: nicht als Idee, sondern als Erfahrung, die sich im Alltag zeigt. Dabei ist es Christian wichtig zu betonen: Psychologie und Psychotherapie reichen für menschliches Wachstum nicht aus, wenn das Geistige und das spirituelle Ziel der Erleuchtung außen vor bleiben. Persönlichkeitsentwicklung und Erleuchtung gehören zusammen – als ein Ganzes. Genau diese Ausrichtung prägt die Arbeit im Dreijahres-Training. Am kostenfreien Online-Infoabend gibt Christian Meyer – Leiter des Trainings – einen Einblick in die Ausrichtung und Arbeitsweise des Dreijahres-Trainings. Du lernst kennen, wie im Training mit Körper, Gefühlen und Geist gearbeitet wird, und bekommst eine erste konkrete Vorstellung davon, wie im Trainingskonzept gearbeitet wird: durch kurze Demonstrationen, erste gemeinsame Schritte und einen Einblick in die Übungs- und Praxisform. So wird sichtbar, wie diese Arbeit praktisch aussieht – nicht nur als Idee, sondern als Erfahrung. Es wird Raum geben für deine Fragen, die dich jetzt gerade bewegen – und auch das Team ist mit dabei, falls du organisatorische Fragen oder etwas Praktisches auf dem Herzen hast. 2026 beginnt der letzte Zyklus des Dreijahres-Trainings, den Christian selbst in vollem Umfang leiten wird. Viele, die schon länger dabei sind, erleben Christians Arbeit aktuell als besonders präzise, klar und intensiv. Für viele ist das eine besondere Gelegenheit, diesen Weg mit ihm noch einmal in dieser Form zu gehen. Christian leitet den gesamten Abend, die Übertragung findet per Zoom statt. Ein Einstieg in Modul I ist noch in München und Wien möglich. Starttermine Modul I München: 17.–22.03.2026 Wien: 24.–28.04.2026 Weitere Module folgen jeweils im Frühjahr und Herbst. Bitte meldet euch online auf der Webseite an

Jeden Monat gibt es mal zur Frühstückszeit und mal am Abend ein Netzwerkevent, bei dem sich Clubmitglieder und interessierte Unternehmerinnen aus Berlin-Reinickendorf und Umgebung treffen zum Austauschen und Kooperieren. Jeden Monat gibt es ein Expertinnen-Interview oder einen Impulsvortrag. *Business Ladies Breakfast- Inspirationen am Morgen - Mit Impulsvortrag*\*\* Ein perfekter Start in den Tag für alle Businessfrauen! Stell Dir vor, Du startest deinen Morgen in einer warmen, gemütlichen Atmosphäre, in der das herrliche Aroma von frisch gebrühtem Kaffee-Spezialitäten und duftenden Brötchen den Raum erfüllt. Termin: 12. März 9:00 - 11:00 Uhr im Café Wetterstein Alt-Tegel 18, 13507 Berlin **Impulsvortrag:** Dein sicheres Fundament: Absicherung & Altersvorsorge für selbstständige Frauen **Referentin:** [Maggan Groß](https://maggan-gross.de) Maggan Groß ist unabhängige Versicherungsmaklerin und Honorar-Finanzanlageberaterin mit Spezialisierung auf selbstständige Frauen. Seit 8 Jahren begleitet sie Gründerinnen und Unternehmerinnen dabei, klare Strategien für Sicherheit, Vorsorge und Vermögensaufbau zu entwickeln. Am 12. März 2026 um 9:00 wird sie unser Netzwerkfrühstück mit einem Beitrag zu diesen Themen bereichern. Nutzt diese Chance und seid dabei. Bei unserem **Networking-Breakfast** geht es um das Teilen von Erfahrungen und das gegenseitige Unterstützen. Hier findest du Gleichgesinnte, die dich verstehen und motivieren, deine beruflichen und persönlichen Ziele zu erreichen. Mit jedem Gespräch wächst das Gefühl, **Teil eines unterstützenden Netzwerks** zu sein – einer Gemeinschaft von Business Ladies, die sich gegenseitig inspirieren und stärken. Ein Morgen, der nicht nur den Gaumen, sondern auch den Geist nährt. 💡☕✨ Es erwartet Dich eine vielseitige Frühstückskarte und natürlich Austausch und Networking Das Treffen moderiert: [Daniele Schütz-Diener, Club-Inhaberin](http://%5Bhttps://businessladies-only.de/ueber-uns/%5D(https://businessladies-only.de/ueber-uns/) "\[https://businessladies-only.de/ueber-uns/\](https://businessladies-only.de/ueber-uns/)") Die Teilnahme ist für Mitglieder des BusinessLadies only Clubs kostenlos. Die Teilnahme kostet 10 € (netto) für Nichtmitglieder. ***Verzehr auf eigene Kosten.*** Anmeldung zusätzlich und Bezahlung bitte über diesen Link: [https://businessladies-only.eventbrite.com](https://businessladies-only.eventbrite.com)

Chitta Walks is for people whose days move fast, while the mind never fully lands. Thoughts keep looping even when nothing is urgent. The body moves, but attention is elsewhere. Over time, this disconnect drains clarity and ease. This walk is a simple reset. We meet in Berlin’s Tiergarten and walk at a gentle pace. Parts of the walk are in silence, with light guidance and a few short prompts. The walk itself is the practice, bringing body and mind back into the same moment. No apps. No performance. Just a clear space to slow down and notice what is happening. If you want to slow down without withdrawing from life, join a Chitta Walk. ✨ **What to expect (approx. 90 minutes):** * A short arrival and orientation * A guided silent walk (phones off, no conversation) * One concise science-based impulse on attention or stress * Optional reflection in pairs or small groups * A simple takeaway or experiment for daily life 🚶**Who this is for:** * Professionals, creatives, and people in transition. * People who feel mentally busy and want more clarity and balance. * Those curious about mindfulness, but grounded and practical. * Anyone comfortable with silence and gentle self observation. 🔔 **Practical notes:** * Duration: 60-90 minutes * Wear comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate clothing * No prior experience needed * Group size is limited to keep the space quiet and focused 🧭 **Facilitator:** My name is Partha Sarathi, you can call me PS. I have lived in Berlin for over 12 years. With a background in physics and materials science, my interest in mindfulness grew through personal experience with stress and health challenges. I facilitate the space and structure of the walk, inviting shared exploration rather than instruction. 🤔 **Why Chitta Walks?** Chitta is a Sanskrit word referring to the mind or field of awareness, used here in a practical, non-religious sense. Chitta Walks is about noticing how the mind works by slowing down and walking together. Mindful walking makes thought patterns visible in real time, while moving and sensing in the world. The name points to a simple capacity: noticing what is happening in the mind without immediately trying to fix, judge, or optimize it. 🌿 **Possible effects:** A calmer nervous system. Clearer attention. A felt sense of being more present in your body. Subtle insights into how your mind reacts under everyday conditions. A quieter, more grounded way of moving through the city. **Come as you are. Walk. Notice. Leave with a little more space inside.**

There’s a peace and relaxation possible for everyone, that can occur with total ease, with a simple body process, called Access Bars ® Access Bar is like hitting the delete button on your computer’s hard drive. Negative thought patterns and mental chatter can be released and a space for peace, ease and new possibilities opens up. Best, everyone can learn this body process in a one day class. You can give the Bars® to your family and friends and to your clients. And of course you can let the Bars run also on yourself. Access Bars ® and Bodyprocess classes in English take place once a month, classes in German twice a month. Just ask for your desired date. Would this class be a contribution to your body, to your life, your business? Then I would like to have you in a one-day Access Bars. Consider this your invitation to a totally different paradigm for healing, change and transformation in all aspects of your life. The Access Bars class fee is 380 Euro, Practitioner License, Manual, Charts, food and drinks included. PLEASE NOTE THAT REGISTRATION IS ONLY POSSIBLE BY PHONE. For more information please visit my website: https://www.i-feel-so-good.de/home-en.html What happens in the brain during a Bars Session: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DgGbFRjqQPk If you have any question or you want to book a session, do not hesitate to contact me. Once a week we have an Access Bars ® evening that gives you the opportunity to exchange the Bars® and to meet other practitioners. ®

GÖNN DIR EINE AUSZEIT VOM ALLTAG Der Achtsamkeitstag ist eine großartige Gelegenheit, um aufzutanken. Als offener Meditationstag ist er für alle Menschen geeignet, die sich für Achtsamkeit und Meditation interessieren. Wir werden gemeinsam, überwiegend in der Stille, meditieren und unsere Aufmerksamkeit auf den Augenblick richten . So ermöglichen wir dem Geist, eine Auszeit vom Alltag zu nehmen. Wir erkunden die vielen Möglichkeiten des achtsamen Meditierens im Sitzen, Liegen, in der Bewegung (leichte Yogaübungen), im Gehen und beim Essen. Teilnehmerbeitrag 55,- Euro Ich freue mich auf Euch! Der Achtsamkeitstag erfordert keine Vorkenntnisse und ermöglicht einen ersten Einblick in die MBSR-Achtsamkeitspraxis. Melde dich an unter: info@mindfulwork.de Es ist keine Erfahrung mit Achtsamkeit oder Meditation erforderlich. Mehr Infos unter www.mindfulwork.de

A small NEXUS gathering built around movement rather than discussion alone. This is for high-bandwidth Mavericks who spend most of their time in conceptual thought and need some physical counterweight. Why bouldering? Because it’s deliberate: short problems, full focus, and immediate feedback. You’re on the wall, solving something tangible. The mental noise drops instantly! Conversations happen naturally in between climbs. No pressure, you move at your own pace. Some exchanges stay light. Others go deep. Both are fine. This is not about athletic achievement. It’s about presence, recalibration, and being around people who don’t require you to shrink or translate yourself. Come as you are. Try some bouldering problems. Rest when needed, and engage where it makes sense. **Bring comfortable clothes and climbing shoes if you have them (rentals are available at the gym).** *Registration equals commitment. If you sign up, you show up. Read the group description first and decide consciously. For context about NEXUS, visit our* ***[website](https://thenexusformula.com)*** *and* ***[newsletter](https://news.thenexusformula.com)****.*

**Heart\-to\-Heart Conversations \| Safe Space for Healing** Going through a breakup? You’re not alone. Join us for a gentle gathering with others who are navigating the same emotional terrain. *Break It Up* is a safe space for real talk — people coming together to share stories, swap insights, and remind each other that healing happens one honest conversation at a time. Whether your heart is freshly broken or still quietly aching, this meetup offers calm company, shared wisdom, and a small moment of peace in nature. **What to Expect** 🌱 Soft landing — find your spot, settle in 💬 Open circle — introductions & your story (if you'd like to share) 🛠️ Breakup lifehacks — tips, resources, small rituals that helped 💗 Connection time — chat in pairs or smaller groups if you’d like 🌅 Wrap-up — closing check-in, grounding moment before we go **What to Bring** * Your own drink (water, tea, etc.) * Paper & pen (optional, for any reflections or notes) * Optional snacks to share — if you're in the mood to bring something comforting * An open heart, even if it's in pieces 💰 *This event is tip-based — contribute what feels right for you.* **🕒 Agenda** *(Please note that the agenda is more of a guideline, not a strict rule. As each circle is different, the flow differs as well.)* **18:30 – 18:40** **Arrive, Settle In & Ground** Find the group, get comfortable, and ease into the evening. **18:40 – 19:40** **Introductions, Story Sharing & Breakup Lifehacks** A gentle round of introductions for those who feel like sharing. We’ll open up space for personal stories, supportive reflections, and small tips or practices that have helped us cope, heal, or grow. **19:40 – 20:00+** **Outtakes & Optional Socialising** We’ll close with an open conversation and sharing outtakes and visions. Something you heard, felt, or understood that you want to share. This is a safe space to ask for advice or reflect on the stories we have shared. You are welcome to stay for a further chat and connection. **Location** **📍Location:** * We meet at the Iska Cafe at Kalckreuthstraße 7, 10777 Berlin. There is no pin at the google maps yet, so please just come directly to the location and find us at the right door at Erdgeschoss. * 🚇 **U1\, U2 Wittenbergplatz \|\| U1\, U2\, U3\, U4 Nollendorfplatz** * 🚌 **106\, 187\, M19\, M29 An Der Urania \|\| M46 Motzstraße** Just text me, and I will come meet you.

Ready for an overnight retreat? Our weekend retreats are a great place to start if you’ve established a mindfulness practice or taken a mindfulness class and you’re ready to take it to the “next level.” A weekend retreat is also a wonderful way to renew and refresh a long-standing practice. Our lives as mindfulness practitioners deepen when we’re ready to enter into the sustained practice of retreat. This residential retreat will be held mostly in silence at the beautiful [Samish Island Campground and Retreat Center](https://www.campsamish.org/) and will include a series of gently guided mindfulness practices including sitting meditation, walking meditation, gentle yoga, and the body scan. Informative talks on the process of being on retreat, mindfulness, stress reactivity, and other topics will be presented by the instructor. Small and large group discussion at the beginning and end of the weekend will center around our experience together walking, sitting, and breathing in the quiet of the beautiful retreat site. ### SCHEDULE DETAILS * Starts Friday with 4pm – 5pm check in followed by dinner and an orientation, after which we will begin our silence. * Saturday is a full day of silent practice (6:30am to 8:30pm with breaks after the meals). * Sunday is a short morning practice period, followed by breakfast and closing activities. * The retreat concludes at about noon on Sunday after cabin clean up, with a sack lunch provided for the road. **LEARN MORE & REGISTER HERE:** [https://mindfulnessnorthwest.com/events/spring-weekend-retreat-samish-mar-27-26-tim/](https://mindfulnessnorthwest.com/events/spring-weekend-retreat-samish-mar-27-26-tim/) ### LOCATION [Samish Island Campground and Retreat Center](https://mindfulnessnorthwest.com/venues/samish-island-campground-and-retreat-center/) ### COST **$355 - $635** (or $89 - $159/month) * **[Sliding scale](https://mindfulnessnorthwest.com/about/program-policies/#sliding-scale-fees):** Choose what’s right for you. * **Payment plan option:** 4-months, no-interest. * **Limited scholarships available:** No need to apply; just choose a scholarship tuition during registration. * **Lodging:** Rustic cabin is included in reservation. Optional upgrade to E-cabin at registration.

Whether you're new to Insight meditation or an advanced practitioner looking for like-minded people to sit with, you're welcome to join us at our Sunday morning drop-in group, sponsored by the Insight Meditation Community of Washington. Insight meditation cultivates our natural wisdom and compassion. Meditation practice develops concentration, which allows us to calm and steady the mind. This class includes a 30-minute lightly-guided meditation, followed by a short talk and time for questions and discussion. The size of the group usually runs somewhere between 25-40 people in-person and between 12-25 online. Chairs are provided, or you may bring a sitting cushion or bench. You may also use the blankets and bolsters offered by the yoga studio. **We offer both in-person and online attendance.** To learn more about our topics and teachers, view our videos or **get the Zoom link**, visit our [class page](https://imcw.org/event/?eventId=735&utm_source=MeetUp&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=vienna-drop-in).

## **1 Million Cups Loudoun – March 11th Business Presentation** **Featuring Q Studio** **Wednesday \| 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM** **Venture X Loudoun** Join us for an engaging and forward-thinking presentation as we welcome **Q Studio** to the 1 Million Cups Loudoun stage. *** ## **About the Business** Q Studio operates on the belief that **peak mental performance** is a state of optimal functioning — where individuals intentionally control their thoughts, understand their emotions, and respond with clarity and wisdom to opportunities and challenges. Through science-backed **Mind Skills**, Q Studio helps individuals strengthen focus, resilience, emotional regulation, and performance. Their digital platform, the **MyQStudio app**, provides unlimited access to micro-learning courses, personalized assessments, practical techniques, habit-building tools, progress tracking, and a supportive member community — all designed to build sustainable mental excellence. Beyond individual development, Q Studio partners with organizations to help teams integrate Mind Skills into everyday work. With customizable tools, reporting, and expert guidance, companies gain insight into how developing Mind Skills as a core competency drives engagement and performance at every level. *** ## **Target Markets** Q Studio serves: * Organizations seeking workforce upskilling * HR and talent development leaders * Corporate teams focused on engagement and performance * Businesses looking to strengthen leadership and team resilience *** ## **Current Business Focus & Barrier** As Q Studio continues to expand, they are seeking feedback around: * Hiring strategic personnel * Expanding market reach * Scaling sustainably * Strengthening positioning in B2B markets Insight from leaders who have scaled teams, grown SaaS or app-based platforms, or expanded into new markets would be especially valuable. *** ## **Why Attend?** * Learn how mental performance directly impacts workforce success * Offer insight to a growing, innovation-driven company * Connect with business leaders focused on growth and development * Be part of a collaborative, solutions-oriented conversation **About 1 Million Cups** 1 Million Cups is a national program that brings entrepreneurs and communities together to learn, connect, and grow through presentations and discussion. Loudoun’s chapter meets on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays each month. Join us for coffee, connection, and a powerful conversation about unlocking peak performance in individuals and organizations. We look forward to seeing you there.

Attendance at this class is free, and the classes are taught in person at Gaithersburg Library (18330 Montgomery Village Ave., Gaithersburg, MD 20879; https://mcpl.libnet.info/event/15977904). Drop-ins are welcome. This is an 8-week class in the Unified Mindfulness (UM) system that offers meditation techniques to reduce stress, improve clarity and concentration, and increase well-being. Each class introduces a UM technique, with guided meditations and Q&As. The class is well suited for both beginners and experienced meditators. Drop-ins are welcome. The instructor, Martin Spiering, PhD, is a UM-certified Level 2 Coach. He has practiced meditation for more than 10 years and worked as a researcher and educator for more than 15 years, including leading classes and seminars on meditation. UM is a secular mindfulness system developed by meditation teacher and research scientist Shinzen Young and is taught at many institutions. Learn more at [https://unifiedmindfulness.com.](https://unifiedmindfulness.com/) The class is usually taught while sitting in chairs, but you are welcome to bring your own cushion and mat. UM is a secular mindfulness system developed by meditation teacher and research scientist Shinzen Young and is taught at many institutions and corporations. Learn more at https://unifiedmindfulness.com.

This is introductory meditation for people who wants to learn basics of meditation. It's a free event held every week and everyone is welcome to join.

# ✨ Real Founder Lessons for Builders & Career Pivoters (Ashburn) **Saturday, March 14 • 2–4 PM • Ashburn, VA** What if growing your work didn’t have to come with constant exhaustion? This entrepreneur-focused session is a behind-the-scenes conversation about how to build, pivot, and scale **without burning yourself out** — and without chasing work that drains your energy. Whether you’re launching something new, navigating a career pivot, or rebuilding after a layoff, the principles are the same: 👉 protect your energy 👉 make smarter pivots 👉 build momentum that lasts 👉 apply AI practically to support smarter decisions and workflows Over 12 years, I’ve launched **7 startups and side hustles** — alongside **21 years in corporate tech leadership**. The biggest lesson wasn’t scaling tactics… It was learning when to pivot, how to sustain momentum, and how to align what energizes you with what serves your customers — an approach that generated **revenue** in my first full-time year without burnout. A key part of that evolution has been learning how to integrate AI in grounded, practical ways — helping accelerate testing, decision-making, and workflow clarity without adding complexity. During this session, I’ll share real founder insights — including a live screen walkthrough — showing how smart pivots happen and what separates intentional growth from reactive hustle. *** ## What We’ll Explore 1. **How to recognize when to pivot — and when to stay the course** 2. **Building energy-first systems instead of burnout cycles** 3. **Founder decision-making under pressure** 4. **Designing work that supports long-term momentum** 5. **Why sustainable growth outperforms hustle culture** 6. **Using AI strategically to support pivots, experimentation, and smarter workflows** This is not a lecture or pitch — it’s a grounded founder conversation for people who want to grow smarter and build work that lasts. Expect practical thinking, humor, and takeaways you can use immediately. *** ## Event Details 💵 $20 RSVP — includes coffee + snacks 📍 Ashburn, VA (exact address shared after RSVP) 🕑 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM 👥 Max 15 attendees — intentionally small for meaningful conversation Most attendees are professionals, founders, and growth-minded builders navigating reinvention, pivots, or startup ideas. *** ## About the Space — Startup Garage Style Hosted in my early-founder style startup garage — a **bright, spacious, comfortable Ashburn living room** designed for focused conversation and practical learning. These sessions are intentionally intimate — closer to a founder roundtable than a seminar. *** ## Background — Corporate to Founder Journey After **21 years in corporate tech leadership**, including senior director role, I transitioned into full-time entrepreneurship, building on years of startup and side-hustle experience. If you’re exploring a career pivot or next chapter, you’ll find this conversation highly practical. *** ## 🔗 Builder Ecosystem & Resources 🌐 Website: [https://midlifereinvention.co](https://midlifereinvention.co) ▶ YouTube (300K+ views): [https://www.youtube.com/@midlife_mindfulness](https://www.youtube.com/@midlife_mindfulness) 💼 LinkedIn (4K+ followers): [https://www.linkedin.com/in/anju-debnath-0061524/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/anju-debnath-0061524/) 🤝 Meetup Community: [https://www.meetup.com/ashburn-transition-meetup-group/](https://www.meetup.com/ashburn-transition-meetup-group/) 📚 Amazon Author Page (2 Books published, more on the way): [https://www.amazon.com/stores/Anju-Debnath/author/B0FFNBVZLQ](https://www.amazon.com/stores/Anju-Debnath/author/B0FFNBVZLQ) Everything shared comes from lived founder experience — not theory. *** **Space is intentionally limited to ensure focused discussion, interactive learning, and practical takeaways you can use immediately.**

Join Australian **Paul J. Pettit,** as we embark on a holistic exploration of inner health and well-being, where the body, mind and soul are reunited. With over 10,000 hours of coaching, training, and workshop programs, Paul has helped hundreds of individuals transform stress, anxiety and overwhelm into calm. In this **free** session, you'll discover how to: -Move beyond “surviving” and begin truly living, by integrating emotional and spiritual health into your everyday. -Draw on evidence-inspired practices, from mindfulness, meditation, reiki and reflexology to life-coaching frameworks, to restore balance and resilience. -Cultivate tools you can use immediately: mindful cures, body-break rituals, and inner-stillness anchors that support your wellbeing no matter how busy life gets. -Experience a deeper connection with yourself, so that you're ready to navigate change, uncertainty and growth with clear intent and inner strength. Whether you're facing workplace pressures, personal disruption, or simply seeking a richer sense of fulfillment, this presentation offers more than inspiration. It gives you practical, accessible pathways to inner health and long-term well-being. Why choose this talk? Because it's grounded in real life facilitation. Since 2016 Paul has delivered workshops, meditation sessions and retreats with authenticity, warmth and connection. 🌱Let's do the inner work together!✨