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Daily Mindful Recitation of Chinese Classics | Mon-Fri Online Session
Hosted by **Dasein Institute**, Join our daily online mindful practice program for timeless Chinese classical wisdom.
## Schedule (China Time)
**Monday – Thursday: 20:00 – 20:30**
Collective bilingual recitation of Confucian & Daoist classics, including *The Analects*, *Tao Te Ching* and other ancient Chinese scriptures.
**Friday: 20:00 – 20:30**
Guided reflection, group discussion and sharing on how to integrate ancient wisdom into daily life, achieve inner transformation, and consciously reshape your life path.
## Program Overview
This is a structured daily practice circle from Monday to Friday, designed for global learners. Through consistent recitation, stillness practice, and weekly reflection, we anchor our mind in the present moment, absorb the essence of Eastern philosophy, and turn ancient teachings into tangible real-life changes.
We explore both Confucian wisdom and Daoist philosophy, practice mindful presence, and build inner stability through short, daily half-hour sessions. No prior knowledge is required. All sessions are held fully online.
## Program Investment
**Monthly Plan: $80 USD per month**; **Annual Plan: $800 USD per year** (Save $160 with yearly enrollment)
The monthly fee grants you full access to all weekday daily recitations and Friday discussion sessions, as well as entry to our exclusive global community.
## What You Will Gain
* Daily 30-minute mindful bilingual recitation (Mon-Thu)
* Weekly guided group discussion & life application sharing (Friday)
* Inner calm, focused awareness and mental stillness
* Practical methods to apply classical wisdom into everyday life
* Tangible inner transformation and conscious life reformation
* Access to the private global like-minded community of Dasein Club
All sessions run online, with no geographical limits. Seekers from all time zones are welcome to join.
Adult Skateboard Lesson
Don't be afraid to try skateboarding for the first time, second time, or the 100th time!
Come out to the Iconx Indoor Skatepark for a fun time and enjoy having fun on a skateboard. Don't have a skateboard, helmet, or pads? Don't worry we have 187 Killer Pads which can protect you as you practice tricks and have fun.
Bring a group of people to make it an activity never to forget.
【Inbound Private Trip】Beijing 3-Day Cultural Immersion Tour
pick your own date and let's go!
\*starts with 2 people
tailor-made inbound tour
📍Destination: Beijing China
📅 2026 Private Tour\| Year\-round departures
💵 From $499 incl. 4-star hotels
**Trip at a Glace**
D1 Beijing arrival at Beijing South railway station, met and then visit **The Tian’an Men Square and The Forbidden City** in the afternoonDrive to hotel, check in and free at leisure
🏨 4 star hotel in Beijing
D2 Breakfast served in the Hotel. Drive to Huairou district and trek at **Mutianyu Great Wall,** Lunch at a local restaurant at foot of Mutianyu Great Wall (Self-paid). Return to downtown Beijing and stroll along **Shichahai lake and Yandaixiejie Hutong.** Return to hotel
🏨 4 star hotel in Beijing
🧆 breakfast;
D3 Breakfast served in the hotel and check out Visit **Summer Palace and Temple of Heaven**, departure from Beijing and end your journey here
🧆 breakfast;
Bailian Zhonghuan Shopping Mall
dear all, We will move to Bailian Zhongshan BEFORE jing’an opens. Welcome to join us
Please confirm with me first before you signed up
My WeChat is ellenliu12345
60rmb for 2 hours , 6 people share a court
小伙伴们, 所以我们在静安开放之前将会在百联中环打,欢迎加入我们
Shanghai 3 hour bike tour with coffee break
Embark on an enriching bike tour through the dynamic city of Shanghai, blending adventure, culture, and relaxation. This tour offers an immersive experience, showcasing the city's vibrant neighborhoods, historical sites, and hidden gems.
Tour Highlights:
Exclusive small tour group with up to 6 person
Historical Landmarks and Modern Marvels:
Begin in central Shanghai, cycling through a mix of colonial-era buildings and modern skyscrapers. Visit the Bund and admire the contrasting architectural styles.
Bustling Markets and Serene Parks:
Navigate lively markets and tranquil parks, experiencing both the city's vibrant street life and peaceful green spaces.
Cultural Insights and Local Flavors:
Explore the Former French Concession, with its tree-lined avenues and historic mansions. Learn about local customs and Shanghai’s art scene.
Charming Coffee Break:
Take a break at a quaint local café, savoring freshly brewed coffee and pastries. Enjoy a moment of relaxation and engage with fellow travelers.
Hidden Gems and Scenic Routes:
Discover lesser-known neighborhoods and scenic routes, including hidden temples and vibrant street art, revealing Shanghai’s authentic spirit.
Tour Details:
Price: 300RMB/Person
Duration: Approximately 3 hours
Difficulty Level: Easy (suitable for everybody)
Inclusions: Professional guide, bike rental
Flexibility: You can either choose to end the tour at the bund or back to meeting point
What to Bring: Comfortable clothing, sunscreen, water bottle, camera
Meeting Point: Central location in Shanghai (details provided upon booking)
Contact: You can add me on wechat 13052007784 or call me directly with the same number to book your tour.
Why Choose This Tour:
Ideal for travelers seeking a unique, active way to explore Shanghai, this tour balances sightseeing, cultural immersion, and relaxation. Suitable for solo travelers, couples, and groups, it promises unforgettable memories and a deeper appreciation of Shanghai’s heritage and contemporary charm.
Experience the magic of Shanghai on this captivating bike tour with a coffee break, discovering the city one pedal at a time.
Jingan gymnasium Friday social badminton event
what is the best way to spend your weekend ? come to join us for badminton to have fun! please prepare racket by yourself , shuttlecock will be provided , add my WeChat : ellenliu12345 to sign up by our WeChat group . 60 RMB for 2 hours , we play double for fun game , 6 people share one court
Zoe Mandarin Class
This is a group for anyone interested in learning Chinese, including oral Chinese ,business Chinese ,HSK. And on every Friday night we do Chinese Corner,greetings,learning part, language exchange, free talk,games etc. Btw, coffee,drinks are on the side. all skill levels are Welcome!! It’s a great chance to make international friends ,and learn about other cultures . Looking forward to seeing you:-)
WeChat : ZoeMandarinClass
喜欢外语的朋友欢迎加入我们!既能练习第二语言,又能结交一些新朋友,感受不同国家的文化和习惯!欢迎大家!
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Book club 5月23下午 世纪公园草坪英文读书会- Principles by Ray Dalio
✨ 每一本好书都值得反复阅读,每一次阅读都可能遇见新的自己。
欢迎参加2026年5月23日城市部落英文读书会,社交英语角 weekly Language exchange & bookclub meetup
全球青年草坪英文读书会上海站X国际英语角 Principles by Ray Dalio: Life and Work
#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER \* 5 MILLION COPIES SOLD Ray Dalio has provided me with invaluable guidance and insights that are now available to you in #oc#TES , --BILL GATES
参加请扫码报名:
Venue: People Square in Shanghai 上海世纪公园
Cost: RMB 18/person,空降票50元/人,.
Date & time: May 23nd 下午 14:00-17:00
风靡全球的顶级好书,心有原则,行有方圆 \|《原则》在信息爆炸、变化加速的时代,我们比任何时候都更需要一套稳定的思维框架来应对不确定性。 瑞·达利欧的《原则》正是这样一部“方法论宝典”,它将金融巨擘40余年的决策智慧转化为普适的行动指南。 达利欧认为,生活和工作都可以被视为“可优化的机器”,通过系统化的原则实现持续进化。 “Significant\.\.\.The book is both instructive and surprisingly moving\.” —The New York Tim 瑞·达利欧(Ray Dalio),全球最大对冲基金桥水基金创始人,投资界“宏观交易大师”,曾精准预测2008年金融危机
⏰ 时间:5月23日14:00-17:00
📍 地点:上海世纪公园(具体私信)
👥 人数:10-15人 + 国际友人
💰 费用:小红书转发,公益免费
🎲 活动环节抢先看:
🎭 欢乐猜词|用身体和脑洞热个身
🧩 MBTI自我介绍|你是I人还是E人?
💫 Truth or Dare 真心话大冒险|英文版,敢玩吗?
🃏 Never have I ever|听听大家都有什么秘密
🤝 英文私董会|互为彼此的mentor
🎤 小型英式辩论|抽签即兴发言,刺激!
🗣️ 自由社交|聊到尽兴再散场
“Significant...The book is both instructive and surprisingly moving.” —The New York Times
瑞·达利欧(Ray Dalio),全球最大对冲基金桥水基金创始人,投资界“宏观交易大师”,曾精准预测2008年金融危机
Ray Dalio, one of the world’s most successful investors and entrepreneurs, shares the unconventional principles that he’s developed, refined, and used over the past forty years to create unique results in both life and business—and which any person or organization can adopt to help achieve their goals.
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✨ 关于我们:
一群热爱跨文化交流的年轻人
通过英文链接志趣相投的灵魂
在轻松有趣的氛围里
练口语,交朋友,打破舒适圈
无论你英文水平如何
只要你想开口、想交流、想认识新朋友
这里都欢迎你
Event schedule
**活动环节安排:**
本活动参与人群定位为上海工作和生活的喜欢英语、热爱交流分享的青年白领,及高校师生。
Other Schedule 其它环节:
Heads up words guessing欢乐猜词,
MBTI自我介绍 What is your personality,
Never have I ever我有你没有,
Truth or Dare, 真心话大冒险 英文版
英文私董会 Mentor for each other.
British Parliamentary Mini Debate, 小型英式辩论会
话题抽签,即兴发言 想想签英文版 Question Shaker
Free talk for networking自由社交英语时间
In Principles, Dalio shares what he’s learned over the course of his remarkable career. He argues that life, management, economics, and investing can all be systemized into rules and understood like machines. The book’s hundreds of practical lessons, which are built around his cornerstones of “radical truth” and “radical transparency,” include Dalio laying out the most effective ways for individuals and organizations to make decisions, approach challenges, and build strong teams. He also describes the innovative tools the firm uses to bring an idea meritocracy to life, such as creating “baseball cards” for all employees that distill their strengths and weaknesses, and employing computerized decision-making systems to make believability-weighted decisions. While the book brims with novel ideas for organizations and institutions, Principles also offers a clear, straightforward approach to decision-making that Dalio believes anyone can apply, no matter what they’re seeking to achieve.
Here, from a man who has been called both “the Steve Jobs of investing” and “the philosopher king of the financial universe” (CIO magazine), is a rare opportunity to gain proven advice unlike anything you’ll find in the conventional business press.
Ray Dalio is the founder and mentor of Bridgewater Associates, which, over the last forty years, has become the largest and best performing hedge fund in the world. He is the author of [#1]() New York Times Bestseller and [#1]() Amazon Business Book of the Year, Principles. Dalio has appeared on the Time 100 list of the most influential people in the world as well as the Bloomberg Markets list of the 50 most influential people. He lives with his family in Connecticut.
《原则》是全球顶级投资家、桥水基金创始人瑞·达利欧倾注毕生经验写就的经典之作,被誉为“人生与管理的终极指南”。这本书不仅是一位投资大师的经验总结,更是一套应对生活与工作的系统化方法论。瑞·达利欧的《原则》是他一生经验和思考的精华,凝结了其在投资、工作和生活中遵循的基本法则。这些原则帮助他应对挑战、做出明智决策并取得了非凡的成就。
以下是《原则》一书中的100个顶级认知,它们提供了一个独特的视角和实用的框架,助你更好地理解现实、持续成长并追求有意义的人生和事业。
▲ 瑞·达利欧,桥水基金创始人,被誉为"投资界的乔布斯"
如果你还不知道瑞·达利欧,你只需要记住这三件事:
桥水基金:他创立的对冲基金,管理资产峰值超过1600亿美元,是全世界最大的对冲基金;
两次"史诗级"预测:1987年精准预测美股崩盘,2008年金融危机前提前布局,为客户赚得盆满钵满;
极度透明文化:他在桥水推行一种近乎"残酷"的透明文化——任何人都可以当面批评任何人,包括他自己。
但达利欧最了不起的,不是他赚了多少钱。
而是他把"如何做出正确决策"这件事,变成了一套可以复制的原则体系
你当下的所有人生结果,
全是自己一次次选择的总和…
瑞·达利欧(Ray Dalio),全球最大对冲基金桥水基金创始人,投资界“宏观交易大师”,曾精准预测2008年金融危机 。《原则》(2017)是其40年人生与商业经验的沉淀,豆瓣8.3分,全球销量超300万册,核心是一套可复制、可迭代、可量化的人生与工作决策方法论,被誉为“改变世界的思维指南
很多时候你觉得人生不顺,
可能根本不是运气差、遇人不淑,
而是你从没学会为自己的每一个选择兜底。
今天给大家推荐《原则》这本书,
有一条关键性的“原则”,
那就是:“为自己负责”。
作者瑞・达利欧
是全球顶级投资机构桥水基金的创始人,
靠着一套自己总结的行事原则,
把桥水做成了全世界最赚钱的对冲基金之一,
甚至在 2008 年金融危机、
2020 年美股熔断的极端行情里都能稳赚不赔。
这本书就是他把自己 40 多年投资以及生活经验,
全部提炼成了普通人也能直接用的处事准则,
全书分为生活原则和工作原则两大板块,
每一条都是非常受用的干货。
你当下的所有人生结果,
全是自己一次次选择的总和…
这是我最受触动的贯穿全书的核心态度。
境遇不好、遭遇失败的时候,
永远先向内看,别忙着向外找借口。
而很多人是习惯性推卸责任:
工作搞砸了先怪同事不配合、领导要求太苛刻,感情出问题先怪对方不够体贴、不懂迁就,
甚至连没攒下钱都要怪物价太高、工资太低,
却忘了当初敷衍工作的是你、
吵架时不肯好好沟通的是你、
忍不住乱花钱的也是你。
瑞·达利欧的《原则》是他一生经验和思考的精华,凝结了其在投资、工作和生活中遵循的基本法则。这些原则帮助他应对挑战、做出明智决策并取得了非凡的成就。以下是《原则》一书中的100个顶级认知,它们提供了一个独特的视角和实用的框架,助你更好地理解现实、持续成长并追求有意义的人生和事业。
生活原则
作者提出“极度真实、极度透明”的核心原则,认为拥抱现实、应对现实是成功的基础。他强调了从错误中学习的价值,将痛苦视为进步的信号,并提出了“五步流程法”实现目标:设定目标、发现问题、诊断根源、规划方案、坚定执行。
工作原则
将桥水基金独特的“创意择优”文化系统化,强调通过“可信度加权决策”做最佳选择。达利欧认为,组织应像机器一样运行,通过严格的文化和优秀的人来实现目标,而正确的决策需要建立在公开透明、理性表达和合理分歧之上。
瑞·达利欧(Ray Dalio),1949年生于纽约,桥水基金创始人。他从12岁开始投资,后获哈佛商学院MBA学位。1975年,他在纽约的公寓内创立桥水,将其发展为全球最大对冲基金,巅峰管理规模超1600亿美元,在2008年金融危机中逆势盈利。
其成功核心是构建了一套基于“极端真实与透明”的原则化决策系统,并将公司管理理念总结为《原则》一书,风靡全球
Welcome to our weekly booking reading sharing + British Parliamentary Debate, language & cultural exchange meetup event which focus on informal and fun way to meet new people and cultural discussion. All learning levels are welcome to join. We organize weekly events such as book reading sharing, language & cultural exchange, topic presentation, speech and debate. Embrace the opportunity to mingle with like-minded individuals who share a passion for English language learning, cross culture communication and meeting new friend.
我们是一群热爱中外跨文化交流的年轻人,致力于连接拥有相同志趣的朋友,通过组织基于英语交流的多元化的趣味活动,认识一群热爱学习,挑战自己舒适圈的小伙伴,一起探索语言的无限可能!
Are you a bookworm looking for a fun group to discuss your favorite reads with?If you’re interested in meaningful discussions with fellow readers. Look no further and join us! Our book reading meetup is the perfect place for book lovers to come together, share their thoughts, and enjoy an engaging discussion with fellow readers. Our book club sharing session is a great way to engage in lively and friendly discussions, share insights, and meet fellow book lovers. Besides presentation and group discussion about the book of the week, our meetup also includes time to guess words, language games, free talking, mingling and socializing. As always, there's no pressure to have finished the book, we're just here for vibes. Our gathering is not about analyzing the book like a seminar, but more about connecting, sharing ideas, and enjoying a relaxed, social afternoon with fellow book lovers. Also, our discussion topics may go beyond the book, touching on a variety of themes and interests.
放下手机,拒绝宅家。读有趣的书,见有趣的人,欢迎参加本周六城市部落英文读书会,英式辩论赛,用知识链接彼此,让思想碰撞出火花,遇见与你同频共振的朋友。新的一年,给自己的心灵来一场洗礼。遇见城市部落英文读书会欢迎所有喜欢思考,热爱阅读和分享,希望寻求生命里积极的改变的朋友到来。通过阅读分享来进行一场跨越语言与时空的相逢,让我们在繁忙的生活中寻得一片宁静又充满趣味的阅读天地。读书会有团队讨论和自由分享环节,请自由分享自己的观点和看法,也许你就能遇见灵魂的知音。期待与你相遇在知识的殿堂,共同开启一段美好的旅程。
Frequently asked questions:
**Do I have to finish the book to attend**?
Not at all. If you plan to read or have read it, that’s great; if you haven’t touched it, you’re still more than welcome to join. Come and meet like-minded people and connect over the topic as well as the book.
**How can I contribute to the discussion if I haven’t read the book?**
The book is simply a conversation starter - our discussions often branch out into related themes, personal experiences and broader topics of interest. Our gathering is more about socialising and engaging in decent conversations with book lovers, rather than a formal seminar.
**Can I also discuss my own fav book or the book I recently read?**
Absolutely! Our gatherings are all about open conversations, and we’d love to hear your thoughts on any book that’s been captivating to you.
**Is this group open to everyone?**
Yes - this is a friendly and inclusive group, welcoming everyone regardless of gender, sexuality, or background. The event is designed to make it easy to meet and connect with fellow book lovers in our community.
**What if I'm shy about speaking in front of the group?**
No pressure! You're welcome to participate in the way that feels most comfortable for you. Whether you share your views or just listen, your presence is valued. A lot of people come alone - so don't be shy!!
This event will be photographed for promotional purposes. By purchasing a ticket you are consenting to the team using these pictures for our social media channels but you are able to withdraw your consent at any time during the event
A Cup of Tea and Practical Business Insights on China
***Scan the WhatsApp QR code above to connect with us.*** (Hint: Save the image to your phone, then open it. Press and hold on the image, and your WhatsApp app will open and prompt you to add the contact.)
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The picture above was taken in the compound of **Baoshan Temple** (寶山寺), it is a Buddhist temple located on the banks of the Lianqi River in the town of Baoshan District, Shanghai.
Hi, my name is Nigel.
I graduated from Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics and began my career designing rocket components for China’s aerospace program. So unlike the so-called “rocket scientists” on Wall Street, I am the real deal.
For the past 20 years, I have helped foreign businesses achieve a smooth landing in China, navigating everything from market strategy and regulatory compliance to local partnerships and execution. I speak the languages of engineering, mathematics, and cross-border business.
Let us have a cup of tea at a peaceful Buddhist temple and talk business. We can brainstorm practical, real-world approaches to doing business in China.
My associate and I also host business networking events and organize trips around China for professionals and entrepreneurs.
Please add the WhatsApp contact above to connect and confirm details.
Stroll back into the city’s past at Sinan Road Citywalk
This meetup tour will feature
walking through the best of Shanghai’s picturesque Former French Concession which include Sinan Road, Fuxing Park,Sinan Mansion. It's a roughly 3 hours walking tour
Cost: RMB 18
Meeting time: 9:30 AM
Meeting point: Exit
1 of Huai hai Zhong lu Metro Station of line 13.
With tree-lined avenues, historic architecture and a quaint collection of shops and restaurants, Shanghai’s Former French Concession is the ideal place to step into the city’s past. Handsome villas perch along the promenade, while high-society ladies sip tea in the shade of linen-white gazebos. The charming scenery and slower pace make it an ideal destination to explore on foot.
Wander through beautiful Fuxing Park. Fuxing Park on Yandang Road,Designed by Papot, a French horticulturalist in 1909, the park maintains the French classic style, which is characterized by plaids and patterns. The construction of Fuxing Park combines French and Chinese layout styles. The north and central parts of the park focus on the French style and includes a carpet flower bed, central fountain pool and China rose flower bed. The southwest part of the park presents the Chinese style and includes a rockery, lotus pond, stream, winding path and lawn.
Sinan Road
Sinan Road is one of the best old streets in Shanghai to escape from the bustling city, with western style villas, small delicate shops and restaurants, in the shade of tall plane trees.
A Great Deal of Former Residences of Celebrities.
Those garden houses used to be residences for celebrities. Former Chinese premier Zhou Enlai has lived at No. 73 Sinan Road, which is a Spanish-style garden house. Moreover, Chinese Peking opera artist Mei Langfang and Chinese modern democratic revolutionaries Sun Yat-sen and his wife Soong Ching-ling also have lived in Sinan Road. These residences are still well preserved and can be visited.
Collegiate Church of St Nicholas, located in no. 16 in Gaolan Road,
has Been Adapted Into A Poetry Book Store. St. Nicholas Russian Orthodox Church at No. 16 Gaolan Road was built in 1932 in the typical Russian orthodox style with onion dome spires. Chinese practice Wutopia Lab has renovated the interiors of a former Russian orthodox church.
Set on a thoroughfare in Shanghai, China known for its well-preserved, European-style historical architecture, it turned the landmark building into a poetry bookshop named Sinan Books.
Sinan mansions, the only wholly preserved historical garden villa complex downtown. The mansions were initially built in 1920, featuring more than 50 historic villas in various styles. Many were former residences of celebrities such as poet Liu Yazi (1887-1958) and Peking Opera master Mei Lanfang (1894-1961). Some have been converted into hotels, cafes, restaurants and shops.
Disclaimer:
Each person who participates accepts responsibility for making their own determinations and for their own safety, conduct and well being; recognizes that
possible attend outdoor activities and agrees to participate solely at their own risk. The organizer of this city walk shall not be held liable for any inconvenience, accidents, rescues, injuries etc.
如果你工作学习在上海,却不知道去哪里度过一个有意义又与众不同的周末;如果你出生成长于上海,也喜欢走进梧桐掩映下的百年街区;如果你来上海旅游,却不知道除了外滩东方明珠陆家嘴外,能去哪里感受真正的海派风情;请来参我们的都市周末Citywalk,和中英双语领队和15位优秀的小伙伴一起,通过精心设计的路线,探索不一样的上海,走读这个城市的精神和品格.
集合时间:周日上午报名后领队通知
集合地点:新天地附近报名后领队通知
活动费用:分享活动免费参与
遇见城市部落Meetup Citywalk为带社交属性的公益活动,让大家在愉快轻松的氛围中用脚步丈量和认知这个城市。领队导游会对沿线的地标景观和历史建筑等做适度讲解,行程开始会有破冰互动和自我介绍,行程中安排小游戏,分组交谈互动,coffee break来加深了解, 帮内向的朋友放松融入团队,漫步活动结束视情况组织晚餐,增加大家的社交半径。活动参与者以8090后国内和海归名校毕业生,各行业精英为主。烦请带有不良企图和商业目的的参与者绕行!
走近复兴公园,回望百年沧桑:
复兴公园位于法国梧桐掩映的复兴中路北侧,是一座历史悠久的公园,是上海唯一一座保留法国古典式风格的园林,有上海的“卢森堡公园”之美誉,也是近代上海中西园林文化交融的杰作。复兴公园于1908年由法租界公董局筹建,由法国园艺师柏勃(Papot)按法国园林特色进行设计,整个公园以规则式园林布局为主,偏西南部递变呈自然式。复兴公园几经历史变迁,园内保留了百年悬铃木、沉床花坛、玫瑰园、马恩雕像等特色景区,植物种类达170多种。2007年,公园经过了整体改造,其独特的历史风貌和人文景观得到了提升和保护,更加焕发出法式园林的气息和神韵。
孙中山故居:
在上海繁华的淮海路以南,思南路东侧的香山路上,坐落着一幢欧洲乡村式样的小洋房,这就是我国伟大的民主革命先行者孙中山先生和夫人宋庆龄在上海的寓所。
思南书局诗歌店:
在旧教堂里打造全上海最动人的书店 - 思南书局诗歌店 / Wutopia Lab
Wutopia Lab 以“Church in church”概念在上海历史建筑圣尼古拉斯教堂旧址里用45吨钢铁打造了旧教堂里的新书店——思南书局诗歌店。这是上海最大最全面的专业诗歌书店,提供1000册不同语言的诗集。诗歌店设计延续了Wutopia Lab基于对偶形成的一贯的魔幻现实主义风格:穿孔钢板,半透明,不确定的光线,色彩以及戏剧性的诗意。
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掩映在高大法国梧桐浓荫下的思南路,是一条浪漫气息浓郁的马路。
思南路原名马斯南路(Rue Massenet),始筑于1914年。在1912年8月13日,法国一位著名音乐家Massener在巴黎去世。为纪念他,法租界公董局就将此路命名为Rue Massenet ——即马斯南路。
思南路马路两侧满是阴翳的法国梧桐和精美的洋房。思南路除了拥有当年法租界上小马路的共同特征外,还有着不同于其它马路的独特吸引力:二十几幢花园式洋房,集中了老上海近乎全部的民居样式——是城市历史的活话本。
思南公馆是上海市中心唯一一个以成片花园洋房的保留保护为宗旨的项目,坐拥51栋历史悠久的花园洋房,已成为上海城中新奢地标。上海优秀历史建筑保护项目之一。思南公馆内坐拥51栋历史悠久的花园洋房,同时汇聚了独立式花园洋房、外廊式建筑、花园里弄等多种建筑样式 。·这里曾经是上海上流社会的汇聚之所,周恩来、柳亚子、梅兰芳等名流都曾在此居住。
电影《爱神》《小时代3》,都曾在思南公馆取景,毕竟思南公馆随手一拍便是风景。
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Beyond Fear: Understanding Phobias, Panic Attacks & the Path to Lasting Calm
🔥 What if panic attacks and phobias are not signs of weakness… but learned patterns your mind can change? 🧠
🧠 Phobias and panic attacks can feel overwhelming, unpredictable, and deeply limiting—but what if there’s a way to understand how they are created and how transformation becomes possible?
💻In this powerful MOTIVATE Community session, **Chris Collingwood** explores the mechanisms behind phobias, panic responses, and anxiety-driven reactions. Discover how the phobia reduction process works, why the brain creates fear patterns, and alternative approaches that can help people shift from panic and avoidance toward calm and control.
📣This session is designed for anyone struggling with fear, overthinking, emotional overwhelm, or anxiety-related responses—and for those curious about how the mind can be retrained through awareness and practical transformation techniques.
📩Join us on **June 7, 2026**, for “**Beyond Fear: Understanding Phobias, Panic Attacks & the Path to Lasting Calm**” with **Chris Collingwood** and discover how fear patterns are formed, how the phobia reduction process works, and practical alternatives for transforming panic and anxiety responses.
**🎯 KEY POINTS / TAKEAWAYS FOR THE AUDIENCE**
✔ Understand the difference between anxiety, panic attacks, and phobias
✔ Learn how phobias are created through mental and emotional conditioning
✔ Discover how the phobia reduction process works
✔ Explore alternative approaches to dealing with phobias and fear responses
✔ Gain insight into how panic attacks develop and escalate
✔ Learn how awareness and cognition influence fear states
**🚀 ADDITIONAL KEY POINTS / BENEFITS**
✔ Build greater emotional awareness and self-understanding
✔ Learn practical ways to interrupt fear-based reactions
✔ Understand how the mind associates meaning with fear triggers
✔ Explore mindset and NLP-based approaches for transformation
✔ Increase confidence in handling uncertainty and intense emotional states
✔ Begin creating a calmer and more resourceful internal response system
**🎙ABOUT THE SPEAKER🎙**
Chris Collingwood has been involved in learning and teaching NLP since 1979. He studied with all the major early developers of NLP and, together with his partner Jules Collingwood, brought NLP co-creator Dr. John Grinder and his partner Carmen Bostic to Australia for many years.
Chris and Jules designed, developed, and accredited the first government-recognized postgraduate qualification in NLP. Their graduate certificate in NLP teaches NLP from first principles, enabling students to master NLP and apply it in their own language and style. Chris has extensive experience applying NLP to learning, coaching, and organizational consulting. His recent focus has been on the thinking, behavior, and organizational patterns of successful entrepreneurs.
**CONTACT DETAILS**
👉Facebook: www.facebook.com/chris.collingwood
👉Facebook: www.facebook.com/inspiritive/
👉Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/collingwoodchris
👉Youtube: www.youtube.com/@InspiritiveAuNLP
👉Website: www.nlp.edu.au and https://overcomeanxiety.org/anxietytransformationpahtway
⏰\*\*June 07, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 (\*\*𝗦𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆), 𝟭.𝟱 𝗛𝗼𝘂𝗿
5:00 PM GMT+8 China
7:00 PM GMT+10 Australia
5:00 AM GMT-4 New York
11:00 AM GMT+2 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
🔗 Secure your spot now!
Plant -Based & Mindful Eating on April 18
We are delighted to introduce **Dasein Saturday Lunch Gathering**, born from our deep exploration of the sacred bond between food and spiritual practice.
This is a weekly bilingual gathering for mindful connection, hosted in our private kitchen and exclusive lounge. Closed to the general public, each session is limited to just 15 seats to ensure an intimate atmosphere — and every plant-based meal is specially crafted by a **Michelin-starred chef**, blending nourishment with culinary artistry. Our guests are like-minded souls who pursue spiritual growth, inner awakening, and conscious living. Connection • Culture • Wellness • Awakening — these are our core values and shared purpose.
## Why Plant-Based?
More people are moving away from animal products and embracing sustainable living—not as a passing trend, but as an inner awakening. Drawing on holistic wisdom from Dr. John Dingyi Young, Anthony William, Dr. Greger, Dr. Xu Jia, and the profound insights of *Man’s Higher Consciousness*, we journey from physical healing to expanded awareness.
This is far more than “what we eat.” It is about honoring our bodies, respecting the planet, and cherishing the life in every bite. Our lunch gathering is a gateway: through mindful eating, we nourish the body, heal the soul, and awaken to a more conscious way of living.
## Event Details:
**Time**: Saturday\, April 25 \| 12:00–14:00
**Location**: Kingboard Plaza, 269 Tongxie Road, Changning District, Shanghai
**Language**: Bilingual (English & Chinese)
**Fee**: No registration fee; minimum one plant-based set meal (¥158) order per person.
**Capacity**: Limited to 15 guests
**Register with Wechat:cizaiyingyu**
Crafted by a Michelin-starred chef, this meal may well be the start of your new awakening.
Plant -Based & Mindful Eating in Shanghai
We are delighted to introduce **Dasein Saturday Lunch Gathering**, born from our deep exploration of the sacred bond between food and spiritual practice.
This is a weekly bilingual gathering for mindful connection, hosted in our private kitchen and exclusive lounge. Closed to the general public, each session is limited to just 15 seats to ensure an intimate atmosphere — and every plant-based meal is specially crafted by a **Michelin-starred chef**, blending nourishment with culinary artistry. Our guests are like-minded souls who pursue spiritual growth, inner awakening, and conscious living. Connection • Culture • Wellness • Awakening — these are our core values and shared purpose.
## Why Plant-Based?
More people are moving away from animal products and embracing sustainable living—not as a passing trend, but as an inner awakening. Drawing on holistic wisdom from Dr. John Dingyi Young, Anthony William, Dr. Greger, Dr. Xu Jia, and the profound insights of *Man’s Higher Consciousness*, we journey from physical healing to expanded awareness.
This is far more than “what we eat.” It is about honoring our bodies, respecting the planet, and cherishing the life in every bite. Our lunch gathering is a gateway: through mindful eating, we nourish the body, heal the soul, and awaken to a more conscious way of living.
## Event Details:
**Time**: Saturday\, April 25 \| 12:00–14:00
**Location**: Kingboard Plaza, 269 Tongxie Road, Changning District, Shanghai
**Language**: Bilingual (English & Chinese)
**Fee**: No registration fee; minimum one plant-based set meal (¥158) order per person.
**Capacity**: Limited to 15 guests
**Register with Wechat:cizaiyingyu**
Crafted by a Michelin-starred chef, this meal may well be the start of your new awakening.
Daily Mindful Recitation of Chinese Classics | Mon-Fri Online Session
Hosted by **Dasein Institute**, Join our daily online mindful practice program for timeless Chinese classical wisdom.
## Schedule (China Time)
**Monday – Thursday: 20:00 – 20:30**
Collective bilingual recitation of Confucian & Daoist classics, including *The Analects*, *Tao Te Ching* and other ancient Chinese scriptures.
**Friday: 20:00 – 20:30**
Guided reflection, group discussion and sharing on how to integrate ancient wisdom into daily life, achieve inner transformation, and consciously reshape your life path.
## Program Overview
This is a structured daily practice circle from Monday to Friday, designed for global learners. Through consistent recitation, stillness practice, and weekly reflection, we anchor our mind in the present moment, absorb the essence of Eastern philosophy, and turn ancient teachings into tangible real-life changes.
We explore both Confucian wisdom and Daoist philosophy, practice mindful presence, and build inner stability through short, daily half-hour sessions. No prior knowledge is required. All sessions are held fully online.
## Program Investment
**Monthly Plan: $80 USD per month**; **Annual Plan: $800 USD per year** (Save $160 with yearly enrollment)
The monthly fee grants you full access to all weekday daily recitations and Friday discussion sessions, as well as entry to our exclusive global community.
## What You Will Gain
* Daily 30-minute mindful bilingual recitation (Mon-Thu)
* Weekly guided group discussion & life application sharing (Friday)
* Inner calm, focused awareness and mental stillness
* Practical methods to apply classical wisdom into everyday life
* Tangible inner transformation and conscious life reformation
* Access to the private global like-minded community of Dasein Club
All sessions run online, with no geographical limits. Seekers from all time zones are welcome to join.
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Data & Analytics Wednesday - Finding Product Insights
**The Behavior Gap: Where Products Win or Lose**
Teams today have more data than ever, and yet many still struggle to understand why customers adopt, engage with, or abandon their products. Teams sprint, ship faster, and chase more signals… all while metrics stall and confidence drops. The missing piece isn’t more data. It’s often the behavioral insight between the metrics, explaining why the numbers move in the first place. Dashboards can tell you what customers did, but understanding why they did it (and how to influence what they do next) requires a deeper blend of insights. This session is about closing that gap.
Drawing from real-world experience designing and scaling products as [ZoCo Design](https://zocodesign.com/)’s CEO, [Lacey](https://www.linkedin.com/in/laceypicazo/) will share how to cut through the noise and identify the insights that actually change behavior—moving people, and moving metrics. You’ll learn:
* Why understanding customer behavior is a quant and qual challenge
* How to spot the signals that actually predict behavior change
* Where AI accelerates insight, and where it creates distraction
* How to get meaningfully closer to customers, without adding more tools
This talk reframes how to evaluate performance and identify what levers actually improve it, helping your team to make smarter bets with greater confidence. Every meaningful outcome is driven by behavior change. And when you know how to design for behavior, you stop guessing, and start building things that work.
**About Our Speaker**
[Lacey Picazo](https://www.linkedin.com/in/laceypicazo/) is the Founder and CEO of ZoCo, a healthcare product studio that turns complex, high-stakes ideas into products that drive real-world adoption. She partners with healthcare organizations to uncover critical care delivery insights, focus product strategy through behavior design, and build solutions that patients and providers actually use.
Thanks to our 2026 sponsors:
[Clarivoy](https://www.clarivoy.com), [What Box Consulting Group](https://www.whatboxconsultinggroup.com), [Conductrics](https://www.conductrics.com), and [Piwik PRO](https://piwik.pro)
More info at [cbusdaw.com](https://cbusdaw.com)
Stop Guessing: A Product Person's Guide to AI Adoption
## 🤝 Host Information
A co-hosted event by ProductTank Columbus & Women in Product Columbus
💡 About the Workshop
AI adoption is stalling across organizations — not because of a lack of motivation or tools, but because it's fundamentally a behavior design challenge.
This hands-on workshop applies proven Behavior Design models and methods to help you move from a vague organizational wish to boost AI adoption to 3-5 concrete, testable interventions you can act on starting tomorrow.
Whether you're a product manager, on a product team, or just someone trying to get AI to actually stick at work, you'll leave with a clear picture of what's worth focusing on, what to ignore, and how to drive real, sustained adoption — no guesswork required.
🛠️ What to Bring
Laptop: Fully charged and ready to go.
AI Assistant: Have your favorite AI assistant pulled up. (Dom will be using Claude, but feel free to use whichever assistant you prefer!)
🍕 Logistics & Perks
Food & Drink: Pizza and drinks provided!
Parking: Plenty of free spaces available on-site.
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American Sign Language Beginners Meetup Group
We meet to learn and practice American Sign Language and to grow our familiarity with Deaf culture. Facilitated by hearing folks (with a connection to a professional interpreter) using Deaf-created content. People of all ASL skill levels are welcome! As we learn, we hope to connect more with the Deaf community in Central Ohio. Join us as you're able!
Come regularly or just once - whatever you're looking for! Each meetup will explore different topics related to ASL/Deaf culture, and will feature time to practice conversation with one another. Just bring yourself and a willingness to learn!
Azure CBUS June
Want to be a speaker? submit your talk to our Call for Presenters!!!
https://sessionize.com/azure-cbus-2026/
Microsoft Build - Columbus Edition!
We are bringing Microsoft Build sessions to Columbus Ohio!
The Central Ohio Azure Meetup and Central Ohio .NET Developer's Group (CONDG) are coming together to bring some of the labs and breakouts from Microsoft Build to your backyard. In this free, 1 day event, you are going to Build stuff with us!
And yes, there will be free food. So please RSVP for a head count!
June 2026 AWS Columbus - Topic to be announced
Topic to be announced.
**THANK YOU** *Franklin University* for hosting our meetup! To learn more about *Franklin University*, please visit their website: https://www.franklin.edu/
**DIRECTIONS**
Franklin University
Fisher Hall
300 E. Main St, Columbus, OH 43215
Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/jxjBA2hUmS5qrvhq8
Parking is FREE! Please park in Lot C in front of Fisher Hall. See attached map.
NOTE: Map the address only. When mapping with Google Maps it may use the Fisher Hall at OSU, which is NOT correct.
**Want to sponsor the pizza and/or bar tab?**
Please contact me if you would like to sponsor this meetup's pizza and/or bar tab: angelo@mandato.com


















