Coaching the Mind

*"You are under no obligation to be the same person you were five minutes ago." — Alan Watts* **What is one phase, hobby, or label you used to fit into, but have happily outgrown?** During a busy daily routine, it is easy to feel swept up in the current. The world around us naturally uses labels to help organize everyday life, and it can be genuinely comforting to find our "group" or define exactly who we are. But human beings are wonderfully complex, contradictory, and constantly evolving. This Curious Souls Cafe gathering is an invitation to explore the beauty of fluidity. We are turning our focus inward to discover a quiet sense of spaciousness within ourselves. We will discuss the quiet art of wearing a label to function in our daily lives, without letting it define our core identity. Let's share how we navigate changing our minds, outgrowing old versions of ourselves, and allowing ourselves to be a gentle "work in progress." Bring your thoughts and an open mind. Let's discover the joy of living without boxes, together. **Inviting all who are...** 🌊 Reflecting on how everyday life naturally uses categories, and seeking a quiet space to just "be" 🧠 Eager to cultivate a cozy internal space for evolving, growing, and changing their minds ⚖️ Navigating how to stay engaged in our communities while holding our personal identities lightly 📵 Interested in stepping back from digital echo chambers to savor authentic, unstructured human connection 🤝 Believing that we grow best in community, sharing insights and inspiration ​📅 Agenda / What You'll Experience ​💬 Prompted Conversations We will use virtual question cards designed to help people playfully explore their personal habits and internal operating systems. Here are some sample questions: * Have you ever naturally outgrown a phase, hobby, or label that used to feel like a perfect fit, and what did that shift feel like? * What is an everyday interest, taste, or opinion you used to have that has gently shifted over time? * How can we use labels as helpful tools to navigate our daily routines, without secretly letting them trap or define us? * If you didn't have to define your identity to anyone, what beautifully messy, contradictory mix of hobbies or traits would you embrace? From there, we’ll embark on a respectful, engaging, and meaningful conversation, celebrating the diversity of perspectives and ideas within the group. Note: This session may involve virtual question cards accessed via a link or QR code. If you do not have a device (phone/tablet) to access these, please ask a facilitator for assistance; we have spare units available. The exact format of the event may change depending on turnout according to [https://curioussouls.cafe/#how-to](https://curioussouls.cafe/#how-to) and other factors. 💬 Final Thoughts and Feedback Where time allows, in the final 10 minutes of the event, we’ll take a moment to reflect on the key insights, memorable moments, and takeaways from our discussions. This is a chance to distill the shared wisdom and leave with a deeper understanding of the topics we’ve explored together. After the event officially concludes, the group may choose to extend the session, depending on the group’s interest. Of course, you’re welcome to leave at any time that feels right for you. An anonymized summary will be shared for sessions where key insights are identified. After the meeting, our facilitators and participants may reflect on the discussion and contribute to a summary or collaborative workbook based on their notes and observations. Additionally, questions may be revisited in future sessions in an anonymized manner. To explore what our events are like, check out our official website at [https://curioussouls.cafe](https://curioussouls.cafe) 📍 Location City: Hong Kong Address: Empire Centre, 68 Mody Road, Tsim Sha Tsui East Inside the shopping mall of Empire Centre, there is a large open area dedicated to a café. We will sit at a round table or sofa inside (near a Hang Seng ATM or 7-Eleven store). Please look for the big words "Curious Souls Café" on our table. If you take the MTR, the nearest station and exit will be East Tsim Sha Tsui Station (Exit P1). From there, you can walk to Empire Centre, which is just a few minutes away. Google Maps link: [maps.app.goo.gl/51Jr8qxY4q5YLQ6q7](https://maps.app.goo.gl/51Jr8qxY4q5YLQ6q7) 🈚 Free of Charge While there is no charge to attend, we kindly encourage you to support the venue by purchasing a drink and/or any items from their menu. Note: This event is not affiliated with the restaurant, or any third-party names mentioned. ✨ What is Curious Souls Café? Welcome to [Curious Souls Café](https://curioussouls.cafe/about/)! 👋 Designed to nurture healthy curiosity and foster connections, this is a warm and friendly space for meaningful conversations. 😊 We invite you to join us for an experience filled with thought-provoking dialogue, meaningful connections, and personal growth. We look forward to meeting you at one of our events in the future!

Sports Chanbara Regular Class (Thursday) Sports chanbara is a free-style Japanese combat sport, which originated from Kodachi Goshindo (Self-defense with a short sword). We would like to introduce this new sport to Hong Kong. Please join us and be a Samurai. Dress code: Sport Attire The session will include the following: Warm-up exercise Basic Japanese Dojo manners Sports Chanbara Basic movement (Kihon Dosa) Attaching Techniques Blocking Techniques Basic Movements of Dodging Sparring Date: Each Thursday Time: 2000-2200pm Location: Room 503, 5/F, BLK B Hoi Luen Industrial Centre, 55 Hoi Yuen Road, Kwun Tong, Kowloon Fee: $600 per 4 classes Others: Attendee no need to bring/buy any helmet or gear and coach will borrow the gears for attendee use during class. For reservation, please message/call Stephen Sensei at 61762261 https://wa.me/85261762261 To find out more, please visit our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/HongKongSportsChanbara Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/sports_chanbara_hong_kong/

Come and join our 100th meeting! Featured workshop "Finding Your Voice" delivered by Grace Moran. Hybrid for Toastmasters Members who may contact us for the Zoom link to join virtually Team Founders [https://linktr.ee/founderstoastmasters](https://linktr.ee/founderstoastmasters)

First timer, please leave contact. Please put your name on the waiting list which will be updated later. My WhatsApp / Signal: 9528-5003 \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Date: 23 Apr 2026 (Thur) Time: 10 to 12 noon (2+2) Courts: #A, #B Level: Intermediate \# of Players: about 13 Shuttlecock: Moxiang fe 7 PRO Format: Doubles Cost: $50 (PayMe / FPS #: 9528-5003) Venue: Queen Elizabeth Stadium, 18 Oi Kwan Road, Wanchai 灣仔愛群道18號 伊利沙伯體育館 \-\-\-\-\-\> Gymnasium Tel: 2591\-1331\, 2879\-5602 \-\-\-\-\-\> Causeway Bay Station Time Square Exit A\, or Wan Chai Station Exit A3 \(銅鑼灣站 時代廣場 A 出口 或 灣仔站 A3 出口\)

**生活中的壓力有時令你喘不過氣？** **身體感覺疲乏，有時覺得連睡眠都解決不了？** **身體有由來已久的痛症，一直無解？** **內心有心結未解，創傷未癒？** * 研究證實，頌缽的共鳴共振，可直達人體細胞深處，促進血液循環，提升自律神經功能，激發人體自癒力 * 運用頌缽音頻和振動調節失衡或淤塞的脈輪，令身心運作回復和諧狀態 * 頌缽的和諧音聲和振動，能直達人體細胞深處，促進血液循環，提升自律神經功能，活化內在能量流動，對身體和心靈進行淨化，從而得到療癒 * 療癒不是消除病症，而是從身、心、靈層面，協助個案找回自己的內在力量，提升其自我修復能力，令其整體狀態變得更好 *療癒開始前，會進行約10-15分鐘的簡短的諮詢，了解客人的具體問題，例如身體哪部份不適，情緒上的困擾等，然後制定個人化的療癒程序。* 首次體驗價：HKD450 (標準價：HKD780) 由於是1對1活動，具體舉行日期和時間以預約為準。 預約請聯絡90356039 (whatsapp)，或RSVP後留下聯絡電話。不設walk-in。

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Our weekend Yoga sessions have been running since 2010. This practice group is for anyone interested in a Hatha Yoga practice! Our purpose is to release the stresses from the week gone by and prepare you for the week ahead. 🧘‍♂️ **Our practice includes:** * Hatha Yoga postures * Pranayama Breathing * Guided affirmations * Dynamic stretching flow * Combined into mindful sequences **What to bring?** Yoga mat, Water bottle & wear comfortable clothing. **Fee: By Donation** Please donate to help us cover the costs (minimum contribution $120). You will receive the following benefits: 1. Air-conditioned studio to practice 2. Purified environment to breathe 3. Event arrangement every Sat 4. Includes meetup organizer fee 5. 2 hours of learning/ practice 6. Mental, Health & Emotional wellness **Request for Cancellations** A humble request for you to cancel minimum 2 days in advance, your kindness will enable waitlisted friends to benefit. Please remember, consideration for others creates good KARMA. 🙏

A year of mindful exploration through Hong Kong’s wild landscapes. ​Discover the hidden beauty of Hong Kong's country sides through monthly guided forest bathing walks led by **Jerome Bautista**, ANFT Certified Forest Therapy Guide. ​Each month takes you to a new landscape — from pine forests to serene streams — offering quiet presence and connection through the Japanese practice of *Shinrin-yoku*. ​ Help us celebrate Earth Day and Arbor Day by communing with trees! ​This month’s gathering: 📍 Tai Tam Reservoir 🗓 25 April 2026 👥 Small group (12 max) 💲 350 HKD (Early bird and Group Discount also available) 🍵 Guided walk + tea ceremony

❓What if the smallest shift in how you think could unlock massive change in how you live, work, and lead? 💡In this powerful session, discover how practical psychology can transform your everyday decisions and results. Led by Adrian Cahill, this webinar explores how identity, values, beliefs, behaviour, and environment shape your life experience. 🔥You’ll gain insights from leading psychology and coaching frameworks, while learning how subtle mental shifts can create meaningful breakthroughs. This is not about theory—it’s about application. Learn how to move from understanding psychology to using it in real-world situations to improve focus, motivation, and performance. 👉If you’re ready to break through limiting patterns and create lasting change in your personal and professional life, this session will give you the clarity and tools to start immediately. 📅Join us this Sunday, **April 26, 2026**, for “**Practical Psychology: Small Shifts That Create Big Changes**” with **Adrian Cahill**, and discover how simple mindset shifts can transform your results. **🎯Key Points / Takeaways for the Audience** ✔Understand how identity, values, and beliefs drive your daily decisions ✔Discover hidden patterns that may be limiting your growth ✔Learn how behaviour and environment shape your outcomes ✔Bridge the gap between knowing psychology and applying it ✔Explore practical ways to improve focus, motivation, and clarity **🎯Additional Key Points / Benefits** ✔Gain deeper self-awareness around purpose and direction ✔Learn simple psychological tweaks for better performance ✔Discover how to redesign your environment for success ✔Walk away with actionable tools you can apply immediately ✔Improve decision-making in work, relationships, and life **🎤 ABOUT THE MOTIVATE COMMUNITY** Our community is a not for profit, social enterprise. We share passion for personal and community growth and evolution. Started by Adrian Cahill, partly Townsville local, partly expatriate and international Coach. For the last years Adrian has brought hundreds of new & experienced coaches/therapist/speakers to our live and virtual community sharing from the heart. **CONTACT DETAILS** 👉Telephone: 0432170578 👉Facebook: www.facebook.com/Adriannqld 👉Instagram: www.instagram.com/adriannqld/ 👉Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/adriancahill/ 👉Youtube: www.youtube.com/@MotivateCommunity 👉Website: www.motivatecommunity.com ⏰**April 26, 2026** (𝗦𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆), 𝟭.𝟱 𝗛𝗼𝘂𝗿 5:00 PM GMT+8 China 7:00 PM GMT+10 Brisbane 8:00 PM GMT+11 Sydney/Canberra 4:00 AM GMT-5 New York 10:00 AM GMT+1 Barcelona 📌For first-time attendees please scan the QR code on the flyer or click the following link to register and become part of our enriching live discussion, all at no cost: https://adriancahill.agilecrm.com/forms/6002900926529536 📌Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/86301571361 Log-in: 86301571361 Password: #motivate 👉Don’t miss it. Register now!

**Session Flow:** We’ll begin with a gentle arrival, including brief introductions and a moment to share what brought you here. From there, we’ll move into light stretching and simple guided movement to help you reconnect with your body and become present. You’ll then be guided through a reflective writing exercise focused on cultivating gratitude for your body and yourself, followed by a quiet creative drawing practice to deepen and express that experience. We’ll close with optional sharing in a warm, respectful space. Join our WhatsApp group for more information: https://chat.whatsapp.com/DRNaHcgvTl51Os6yS6rkwn?mode=gi_t Where: Intention Coffee, Sai Ying Pun \*This is a paid event\* 💲100 HKD per person **Kindly note that the venue requires a minimum purchase of one drink.** How to reserve your seat 1️⃣ RSVP on Meetup 2️⃣ Send payment via FPS to 92705137 (Huang, Mingjing) 3️⃣ Receive spot confirmation ✅

Join us for a fun and fitness-focused doubles badminton session at Kowloon (TST) Badminton Meetup. Whether you're a beginner looking to improve your skills or a seasoned player seeking some friendly competition, this event is perfect for everyone. Our meetups are designed to combine exercise and recreational sports in a social and engaging environment. Don't worry if you're new to the sport, as our sessions are coached to help you enhance your badminton techniques while having a great time with fellow sports enthusiasts. Meet new friends, improve your game, and stay active on Sunday mornings with us. Come down to the court, unleash your competitive spirit, and enjoy a morning of exciting badminton matches interspersed with friendly banter and sports socials. Cancellation details: The cancellation deadline is 48 hours prior to the start time of the game for weekdays and Wednesday for weekend games. No show or drop out without payment or delayed payment results in a permanent ban. WhatsApp the organizer at 57197742 to confirm your spot. Thanks https://wa.me/85257197742?text=Join%20sports We don't count RSVP for attendance; WhatsApp reservations only. Address- Queen Elizabeth Stadium - Multi-purpose Hall, 18, Oi Kwan Road, Wan Chai, HK Time - 7:00 am Event fees - 60$ per person Join our badminton WhatsApp group for future event updates. WhatsApp me at 5 7 1 9 7 7 4 2 to join https://wa.me/85257197742?text=Join%20badminton%20group

We will begin with a short check-in and intention setting, followed by a 15-minute sound meditation to help you settle and reconnect. We will then read a short passage from Sri Sakthi Amma’s teachings, touching on themes such as karma and daily life, and close with optional sharing and reflection. 30% of the proceeds from this event will be donated to charitable efforts supporting communities in the Middle East. Join our WhatsApp group for more information: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/DRNaHcgvTl51Os6yS6rkwn?mode=gi_t](https://chat.whatsapp.com/DRNaHcgvTl51Os6yS6rkwn?mode=gi_t) Where: Intention Coffee, Sai Ying Pun \*This is a paid event\* 💲100 HKD per person ) **Kindly note that the venue requires a minimum purchase of one drink.** How to reserve your seat 1️⃣ RSVP on Meetup 2️⃣ Send payment via FPS to 92705137 (Huang, Mingjing) 3️⃣ Receive spot confirmation ✅

**生活中的壓力有時令你喘不過氣？** **身體感覺疲乏，有時覺得連睡眠都解決不了？** **身體有由來已久的痛症，一直無解？** **內心有心結未解，創傷未癒？** * 研究證實，頌缽的共鳴共振，可直達人體細胞深處，促進血液循環，提升自律神經功能，激發人體自癒力 * 運用頌缽音頻和振動調節失衡或淤塞的脈輪，令身心運作回復和諧狀態 * 頌缽的和諧音聲和振動，能直達人體細胞深處，促進血液循環，提升自律神經功能，活化內在能量流動，對身體和心靈進行淨化，從而得到療癒 * 療癒不是消除病症，而是從身、心、靈層面，協助個案找回自己的內在力量，提升其自我修復能力，令其整體狀態變得更好 *療癒開始前，會進行約10-15分鐘的簡短的諮詢，了解客人的具體問題，例如身體哪部份不適，情緒上的困擾等，然後制定個人化的療癒程序。* 首次體驗價：HKD450 (標準價：HKD780) 由於是1對1活動，具體舉行日期和時間以預約為準。 預約請聯絡90356039 (whatsapp)，或RSVP後留下聯絡電話。不設walk-in。

Join the CONNECTED Westerville Mastermind Group for a dynamic afternoon of B2B networking! This event is perfect for professionals looking to expand their business connections, share insights, and foster collaboration within the community. Whether you are a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, this event offers a valuable opportunity to exchange ideas, build relationships, and grow your network in a supportive environment. Connect with like-minded individuals, explore potential partnerships, and discover new opportunities for professional growth. Don't miss out on this chance to enhance your business network and take your career to the next level with CONNECTED Westerville Mastermind Group! We meet the 4th Monday of every month from 11am-1pm. Welcome and general networking from 11am - 11:30am with core meeting 11;30 - 12:30 and a final round of networking from 12:30 - 1pm.

**How to take control of your subconscious and harness its power!** Join us for an eye-opening lecture where the speaker will break down complex ideas in a clear and practical way. You’ll gain insights into: ✅ The true definition of the subconscious ✅ How it generates unwanted emotions ✅ Its real purpose and function ✅ What determines the pressure it exerts on you And the most important topic: **How do you take control of your subconscious!** But this isn’t just another lecture where you sit and listen passively. It’s interactive and engaging—you can ask questions at any time. 📅 Reserve your spot now! Seats are limited, so don’t wait too long to sign up. Location: 1266 Dublin Rd, Columbus, OH 43215 Hosted by the Hubbard Dianetics Foundation

It’s time to take control of your mental health. How do you get rid of stress, anxiety and uncertainty? These emotions are buried deep in your reactive mind. Find out what the reactive mind is, and in the process find yourself. Here is the secret of being positive and free: Thinking positively is not enough. You also have to get rid of the negative thinking. Your mind is like a garden. You can plant many beautiful flowers in it, but if you don't get rid of the weeds when you plant your flowers, the weeds will soon take over the whole garden. A positive thought is like a flower in your mental garden, and a negative thought is like a weed. You cannot expect to have a positive mindset if you continue to have negative thoughts dwelling and growing there. So, how do you get rid of the negative thoughts? That's what this Meetup is all about. Attend this local meeting and find out! The Meetup event will be led by a consultant who had helped many people live happier in life. Be sure to click on the red "Attend" button below to come to this local event. We look forward to seeing you there. This group is created by the Dianetics & Scientology life improvement center.

Join other experienced and aspiring agile coaches and professionals to: * develop and practice your coaching skills in a peer-to-peer environment * share current successes and challenges in your work environment and get support from each other * learn from each other, build better relationships and experiment with new ideas ***NOTE:*** Pre-registration is required for this event. **Please arrive 10 minutes early** to check in at the security desk.

Why are we unhappy? Where does emotional pain come from? Studies show that people who suffer from long-term emotional pain have painful experiences in their lives that were never fully resolved in their mind. In other words, there were issues in the past that were not completely dealt with. This can include abuse in childhood, breakups, divorce, death of a loved one, to name a few. How do you know whether you have gotten over something painful? Here is an easy test: Do you still have attention on what had happened to you? For instance, do you still find yourself thinking about something painful that you went through? If you are, then you are not over it. In fact, in severe cases, people find themselves playing a "tape" in their mind over and over again. So how do you heal from your past? How do you stop the "tape" playing in your mind? In this meeting, you will learn a technique to help you with that. Come join us! Be sure to click on the red "Attend" button below to come to this local event. We look forward to seeing you there. This group is created by the Dianetics and Scientology life improvement center.

How to be a Better Communicator Communication is everything in life You are only as successful as your ability to communicate. \- What if you could confidently talk to anyone? \- What if you had the ability to calmly control every conversation? \- What if you could close that sale\, ask for that date\, make new friends\, repair problematic relationships\, get that raise\, or effortlessly express any idea with confidence? You can! The secret to success relies on your ability or inability to effectively communicate. Attend a free seminar and gain a better ability to communicate. Hosted by the Church of Scientology of Central Ohio 1266 Dublin Road, Columbus, OH 43215 For more information, contact Rhiannon, the Event Host at 614-221-5024

Mental Health, how do you understand it? How can you improve it? How do you get rid of stress, anxiety and uncertainty? These emotions are buried deep in your reactive mind. Find out what the reactive mind is, and in the process find yourself. Have you ever suffered from a traumatic experience, a deep loss or been through a painful breakup? Has your ability to communicate suffered as a result? And after that, even though you "moved on" did you find that things were never quite the same? Have you ever looked at childhood photos, or reminisced your early life and wondered where that happiness and spark went? Are your emotions out of your own control? Have you ever felt, even if you aren’t aware of it, that possibly you are getting in your own way of your happiness and success? How does this affect your self-confidence? Find out what is at the root of all stress, anxiety, depression and self-doubt. Find out how and why you hold yourself back from achieving your goals and having the life you have dreamed of. As soon as you learn what is at the root of these unwanted conditions, you’ll see it is something you can DO something about. You will not be labeled or categorized at this MeetUp. This group is hosted by the Dianetics and Scientology Life Improvement Center of Central Ohio.