Engaged Buddhism

Nova edição do Clube do Livro. Esse mês vamos ler Oração para Desaparecer de Socorro Acioli. Traga seus comentários para trocarmos ideia sobre o livro. Faremos o encontro na Casa D´Ali (antiga Casa de Antonia), no conjunto nacional da Paulista. Nos vemos! Aqui está a versão adaptada para o inglês: *** New edition of the Fun Friend´s Book Club. This month we will be reading *Oração para Desaparecer* by Socorro Acioli. Bring your comments so we can exchange ideas about the book. The meeting will take place at Casa D´Ali (formerly Casa de Antonia), at Conjunto Nacional on Paulista Avenue. See you there. ***

Uma das maiores festa da cultura japonesa! O Tanabata Matsuri o Festival das Estrelas; apresentação de danças ; apresentação artística da cultura nipo. Você pode escrever seus desejos de Tanabata nos papéis coloridos e pendurar na árvore. A história romântica dos amantes Vega e Altair eles só podiam se encontrar uma vez por ano e apenas seco céu estivesse limpo! **Evento Gratuito!** https://www.instagram.com/p/DLV32n9v6yT/ *xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx* *É novo no grupo? Quer saber mais sobre o evento (local de encontro, quem será o anfitrião, entre outros detalhes)?* Entre no nosso grupo do WhatsApp para receber todas as informações !!!: [WHATSAPP SOCIALIZANDO](https://chat.whatsapp.com/KNU4HX38Blt8HnWKw7kzQv) *ou* [INSTAGRAM SOCIALIZANDO](https://www.instagram.com/socializandoemsp/) *xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx*

🎨⁡⁣⁡⁢⁢⁤⁣‍‌⁢⁤⁣‌⁢⁢⁢⁡⁣⁡⁣⁤⁢⁡⁢‍⁡⁢⁡‍⁢‌‍‌⁢⁢⁢‌⁡⁢⁤⁡‍⁡⁢⁢⁤⁡‌‍⁢⁤⁡‍⁡⁣‍⁡‍‌⁡⁢⁢⁡⁢⁣⁤⁢‌⁡‍⁢⁢⁡‍⁢‍⁢⁡⁣⁡‌‍‌‍⁢⁢‌⁡‌‍‍⁢⁡‍‌⁢⁡⁢‌⁡‌⁡‌‍⁢‌‍‌⁡⁢‍⁡⁢‍‌⁡‌‍⁣⁡⁢‍‍⁣⁢⁢‍⁤⁢⁢⁤‍⁢⁤‌‍⁣⁢‌⁡ Vernissage é a festinha de abertura da exposição de arte Vivid. **É um evento informal e de graça!** Teremos petiscos, refrigerante e cerveja cortesia. 🥐🍺 Não precisa saber nada de arte. É uma oportunidade de fazer algo diferente e conhecer pessoas novas. 😉 Pra quem quiser tb farei uma visita guiada e falarei um pouquinho sobre as obras. A galeria fica dentro do Echos Studio, uma produtora de áudio e vídeo. Pra quem tiver curiosidade de conhecer studios profissionais tb é uma oportunidade legal. 🔸17:30h - 22h 🔸Entrada franca 🔸Visita guiada às 19h 🔸Só chegar e tocar a campainha 🔸Petiscos e bebidas cortesia Espero vocês! 🤗 *xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx* *É novo no grupo? Quer saber mais sobre o evento (local de encontro, quem será o anfitrião, entre outros detalhes)?* *👉 Entre no nosso grupo do WhatsApp para receber todas as informações !!!:* [WHATSAPP SOCIALIZANDO](https://chat.whatsapp.com/KNU4HX38Blt8HnWKw7kzQv) *ou* [INSTAGRAM SOCIALIZANDO](https://www.instagram.com/socializandoemsp/) *xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx*

O Gairdín pensa em cada detalhe para que o brunch seja uma experiência sensorial, do jardim ao prato, da xícara ao encontro. Vamos tomar um brunch excelente e bater papo? **\*Informações importantes"** **\- A lista de confirmados e de espera será feita pelo grupo de whatsapp:** [https://chat.whatsapp.com/Fv2v6z7vIahIcHfymv3N2N?s=cl&p=a&mlu=3](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Fv2v6z7vIahIcHfymv3N2N?s=cl&p=a&mlu=3) **\- Quantidade de pessoas: **15 **\- Horário reservado: **9:30 (se programar para chegar antes) **\- Cardápio: **[https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_zn176GfXlvjZpetio5sSY8wpTJTJ2We/view?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAb21jcASmG_9leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA81NjcwNjczNDMzNTI0MjcAAadln94nvOpcPolQmSjAvk4P7xSaj8v_5W67WzQSdvNlvojDzg1tHoorzigriw_aem_gy_qWp-fkT4v2e3CfmFYaw](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_zn176GfXlvjZpetio5sSY8wpTJTJ2We/view?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAb21jcASmG_9leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA81NjcwNjczNDMzNTI0MjcAAadln94nvOpcPolQmSjAvk4P7xSaj8v_5W67WzQSdvNlvojDzg1tHoorzigriw_aem_gy_qWp-fkT4v2e3CfmFYaw) **\- Instagram:** [https://www.instagram.com/gairdinsp?igsh=dTNieTZmODcyMWFy](https://www.instagram.com/gairdinsp?igsh=dTNieTZmODcyMWFy) *xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx* *É novo no grupo? Quer saber mais sobre o evento (local de encontro, quem será o anfitrião, entre outros detalhes)?* *👉 Entre no nosso grupo do WhatsApp para receber todas as informações !!!:* [WHATSAPP SOCIALIZANDO](https://chat.whatsapp.com/KNU4HX38Blt8HnWKw7kzQv) *ou* [INSTAGRAM SOCIALIZANDO](https://www.instagram.com/socializandoemsp/) *xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx*

[WhatsApp ](https://chat.whatsapp.com/CoXVgEnz4jh41DukPPIHI4) **Follow us: @talk.talk_speakingclub** **Talk Talk hosts language exchange meetups every Friday & Saturday 🗣️🌍** **Practice real conversations and grab a flag to show the languages you speak or want to learn 🚩✨** **📍 Friday: Curtiça — Inácio Pereira da Rocha, 87** **📍 Saturday: Tarot — Inácio Pereira da Rocha, 109** **Plus extra events like book club 📚, sports ⚽, cycling 🚴, photo walks 📸 & theatre 🎭 — keeping the community active and connected 💫**

Milton Bituca Nascimento é o documentário que parte da turnê de despedida de Milton Nascimento, um dos maiores artistas brasileiros de todos os tempos, para entender a complexidade simples de sua obra e da alma brasileira. O filme integra o projeto CineSesc **Ingressos gratuitos no link:** https://www.sescsp.org.br/programacao/milton-bituca-nascimento-12/ HOST: Carol *xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx* *É novo no grupo? Quer saber mais sobre o evento (local de encontro, quem será o anfitrião, entre outros detalhes)?* *👉 Entre no nosso grupo do WhatsApp para receber todas as informações !!!:* [WHATSAPP SOCIALIZANDO](https://chat.whatsapp.com/KNU4HX38Blt8HnWKw7kzQv) *ou* [INSTAGRAM SOCIALIZANDO](https://www.instagram.com/socializandoemsp/) *xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx*

**[WhatsApp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/B8N6FIokkUGIQYLcHVkIUm) :: [Telegram](http://t.me/+RI2XluAZMBF34Qwh) :: [Discord](http://discord.com/invite/9B7TBAS)** [English Below] ::::TODOS OS IDIOMAS::::::::ALL LANGUAGES:::: ENGLISH::RUNA SIMI::FRANÇAIS::TUPI::ESPAÑOL::AVAÑE'Ẽ::PORTUGUÊS::LIBRAS::DEUTSCH::KISWAHILI:: हिन्दी::CATALÀ::한국어::LINGUA LATINA::日本語::ITALIANO::ESPERANTO::NEDERLANDS::SVENSKA::POLSKI::РУССКИЙ::中文::العربية::etc... ::::Todos os níveis:::::All Levels:::: GRATUITO Centro Cultural São Paulo Rua Vergueiro, 1000 - Paraíso, São Paulo - SP, 01504-000 (na entrada principal na rua Vergueiro, próximo aos canteiros e à biblioteca) 16h - 20h Uso obrigatório de máscara cobrindo a boca e o nariz * COMO FUNCIONA: O Clube Poliglota realiza encontro onde as pessoas conversam em vários idiomas. O bate-papo flui de forma bastante espontânea e descontraída, mesmo quando os participantes não se conhecem. Também é ótimo para levar os seus amigos estrangeiros! Ao chegar, procure um dos hosts para te direcionar ao grupo do idioma o qual deseja praticar! Conheça pessoas novas, compartilhe experiências e o mais importante, divirta-se! Nos vemos lá! *** FREE! All participants are required to wear a mask, covering both nose and mouth Centro Cultural São Paulo Rua Vergueiro, 1000 - Paraíso, São Paulo - SP, 01504-000 (At the main entrance at Vergueiro Street, next to the library and the flower beds) 16h - 20h * HOW IT WORKS A Clube Poliglota event is a meeting in which people speak different languages. It flows quite spontaneously, even when the participants are not acquainted. The group is always open to newcomers so if you want to join us, all you have to do is showing up! :-) We'll welcome and introduce you to your peers who will be chatting in a language you wish to speak. Meet new people, share life experiences and the most important, have fun! We hope to see you there!!! Este Meet Up privilegia todos os Clubes do Estado de SP! ►[Telegram estadual de SP](https://t.me/+RI2XluAZMBF34Qwh) ►WhatsApp logo abaixo nas redes **Participem das nossas mídias, SUBSCRIBE!!:** ●● [E-mail](http://clubepoliglotasp@gmail.com) ◂ ▸ Facebook :: [Grupo](https://www.facebook.com/groups/clubepoliglotasp/) :: [Página](https://www.facebook.com/poliglotasaopaulo/) :: ◂ ▸[ ](https://clubepoliglotabrasil.com.br/lista-de-grupos-de-idiomas-no-telegram-whatsapp-discord-club-house/)**[Grupos de WhatsAPP/Telegram/Discord/Club House](https://clubepoliglotabrasil.com.br/lista-de-grupos-de-idiomas-no-telegram-whatsapp-discord-club-house/)** ◂ ▸ [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/clubepoliglotasampa/) ◂ ▸ [Youtube](https://www.youtube.com/@ClubePoliglotaBrasilCPB) ◂ ▸ [CouchSurfing Group Brasil](https://www.couchsurfing.com/groups/polyglot-club-brazil-clube-poliglota-brasil) ◂ ▸ Facebook Nacional :: [Página](https://www.facebook.com/clubepoliglotabrasil/) :: [Grupo](https://web.facebook.com/groups/ClubePoliglotaBrasil) ◂ ▸ [Insta Nacional](https://www.instagram.com/clubepoliglotabrasil/) ◂ ▸ LinkedIn :: [Page](https://www.linkedin.com/company/67537568/) :: [Grupo](https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12027974/) :: ◂ ▸ [Twitter](https://twitter.com/clube_poliglota) ●● Dúvidas sobre os encontros, envie com NOME e código "Samp" para 1\. Rafael Resende: \+5511975429712 \(grupo local\)\, infos sobre o encontro: Luiz Holanda \+55 11 98462\-1179 ►[Inscreva-se](http://polyglotclub.com/brazil/sao-paulo/sao-paulo/event/) .̶.̶.̶..̶.̶.̶..̶.̶.̶..̶.̶.̶..̶.̶.̶..̶.̶.̶..̶.̶.̶..̶.̶.̶..̶.̶.̶..̶.̶.̶..̶.̶.̶..̶.̶.̶..̶.̶.̶..̶.̶.̶..̶.̶.̶..̶.̶.̶..̶.̶.̶..̶.̶.̶..̶.̶ ● [OUTROS ENCONTROS PRESENCIAIS OU VIRTUAIS PELO BRASIl](https://clubepoliglotabrasil.com.br/encontros-poliglotas-em-clubes-locais/) ● [OUTROS CPs DO BRASIL NO MEEET UP](https://clubepoliglotabrasil.com.br/praticar-idiomas-gratis-meet-up/) .̶.̶.̶. .̶.̶.̶..̶.̶.̶. .̶.̶.̶. Caso seu interesse seja encontros de artes ou ciências: ►[Tech Science Club](https://www.facebook.com/groups/tescic/) ►[Poly Arte World](https://www.facebook.com/PolyArteClub) ►[Crudinic popvegan](https://www.facebook.com/CrudiNic/) ►[Aventureiros Brasil](https://www.facebook.com/AventBra/)

➡️ Ingresso grátis: https://bit.ly/4oY9kEH ✨ Viva a Magia da Idade Média... ENTRADA GRATUITA Jogos, Arquearia, Combates, Danças, Oficinas, Mercadores, Hidromel, Gastronomia, Cerveja Artesanal e muito mais! Mais informações: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DaS18CHPlOb/?igsh=MTRrNHJuNnVndndjNg== HOST: Paulinho *xxxxxxxxxxxx* *É novo no grupo? Quer saber mais sobre o evento (local de encontro, quem será o anfitrião, entre outros detalhes)?* *👉 Entre no nosso grupo do WhatsApp para receber todas as informações !!!:* [WHATSAPP SOCIALIZANDO](https://chat.whatsapp.com/KNU4HX38Blt8HnWKw7kzQv) *ou* [INSTAGRAM SOCIALIZANDO](https://www.instagram.com/socializandoemsp/) *xxxxxxxxxxx*

Vamos torcer pelo Brasil no Blue Note com roda de samba. Transmissão do jogo Brasil X Noruega em telão com ótima infra-estrutura e ambiente climatizado. Divulgação da Fan Fest: https://www.instagram.com/p/DaQrUTqpugR/ PROGRAMAÇÃO 15h - Encontro Socializando no Conjunto Nacional - entrada gratuita por ordem de chegada, NÃO HÁ RESERVA 16h - Fan Fest - Transmissão do jogo do brasil em de alta qualidade audiovisual * Roda de Samba Ao Vivo + Brindes Coca-Cola Couvert Artístico Opcional (Roda de Samba) - R$15 📍Blue Note São Paulo Conjunto Nacional – 2º andar Av. Paulista, 2073 *xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx* *É novo no grupo? Quer saber mais sobre o evento (local de encontro, quem será o anfitrião, entre outros detalhes)?* *👉 Entre no nosso grupo do WhatsApp para receber todas as informações !!!:* [WHATSAPP SOCIALIZANDO](https://chat.whatsapp.com/KNU4HX38Blt8HnWKw7kzQv) *ou* [INSTAGRAM SOCIALIZANDO](https://www.instagram.com/socializandoemsp/) *xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx*

ERRANDO na MOSCA É um espetáculo totalmente improvisado feito por Evandro Rodrigues e Marco Gonçalves. O show conta com a participação da plateia, compartilhando seus erros, dos menores aos maiores, deixando muito claro que todo mundo erra toda hora. Abertura da casa: 21h \| Show: 22h Duração: 70 minutos **Ingresso R$ 50-60 + taxas** **Site para compra do ingresso:** https://bileto.sympla.com.br/event/104001/d/390385/s/2578513?_gl=1\*1a4xhr9\*_gcl_au\*OTU0ODU4NDMyLjE3ODEyMDYxMzk.\*_ga\*MTk4MTY3MzczNi4xNzgxMjA2MTM5\*_ga_KXH10SQTZF HOST: Andrea *xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx* *É novo no grupo? Quer saber mais sobre o evento (local de encontro, quem será o anfitrião, entre outros detalhes)?* *👉 Entre no nosso grupo do WhatsApp para receber todas as informações !!!:* [WHATSAPP SOCIALIZANDO](https://chat.whatsapp.com/KNU4HX38Blt8HnWKw7kzQv) *ou* [INSTAGRAM SOCIALIZANDO](https://www.instagram.com/socializandoemsp/) *xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx*

Host: Bruna Ligiane ⚠️⚠️⚠️⚠️⚠️⚠️⚠️⚠️⚠️⚠️⚠️⚠️⚠️⚠️⚠️ Controle feito TOTALMENTE pelo grupo de WhatsApp para garantir vaga entre no link https://chat.whatsapp.com/ICJMOfxTezW0mdswoJi8Nn?mode=gi_t (15 vagas) ⚠️⚠️⚠️⚠️⚠️⚠️⚠️⚠️⚠️⚠️⚠️⚠️⚠️⚠️⚠️ ☕✨ Se você curte cafés especiais, brunchs caprichados e ambientes aconchegantes, o encontro será no Partícula Café (antigo Quanti), em Santana. O espaço mistura cafeteria, restaurante, ambiente cultural com apresentações e até uma pequena biblioteca, criando uma atmosfera perfeita para conversar, conhecer pessoas novas e aproveitar uma manhã ou tarde tranquila Durante o evento, a ideia é reunir o grupo em um lugar acolhedor, cercado por plantas, boa música e opções deliciosas de cafés, doces, brunchs e pratos vegetarianos e veganos. É uma ótima oportunidade para fazer novas amizades no grupo, trocar experiências e curtir um momento descontraído em uma das cafeterias mais queridas da região. 🌿☕💬 🔖 Cardápio: https://drive.google.com/file/d/15avi5h394yVaJzKMsEDHXXaoj4pqwpWH/view?usp=drivesdk 📍Reserva no meu nome; 🚇 7 minutos andando do Metrô Santana (Linha Azul) - sujeito a estacionar na rua, o local não há estacionamento próprio; 💳atendimento por comanda individual! Nos vemos por lá 🖤🦇 *xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx* *É novo no grupo? Quer saber mais sobre o evento (local de encontro, quem será o anfitrião, entre outros detalhes)?* *👉 Entre no nosso grupo do WhatsApp para receber todas as informações !!!:* [WHATSAPP SOCIALIZANDO](https://chat.whatsapp.com/KNU4HX38Blt8HnWKw7kzQv) *ou* [INSTAGRAM SOCIALIZANDO](https://www.instagram.com/socializandoemsp/) *xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx*

O Anime Friends é o maior evento de cultura pop asiática da América Latina, realizado anualmente em São Paulo (no Distrito Anhembi) desde 2003, com foco em animes, mangás, tokusatsu, k-pop e games. E no dia 5 de julho eles receberam a banda ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION, que atua desde 1996, e virá ao Brasil como parte da turnê comemorando os 30 anos do grupo. A banda já conta com 11 álbuns de estúdio lançados até hoje. A última vez que a banda veio ao Brasil foi em 2017, quando fez shows no Anime Friends e no SANA. 🚨 ATENÇÃO 🚨 **Aconselho a comprar ingresso o quanto antes** Eu paguei no ingresso - primeiro lote - em torno de 100 reais. O ingresso pode ser comprado no Ticket360 [https://animefriends.com.br/](https://animefriends.com.br/) Próximo a data do evento, se for necessário, eu criarei um grupo no ZAP para combinarmos um local para nos encontrar e outras informações. Host: Fabricia Acesse este link para entrar no meu grupo do WhatsApp para esse evento https://chat.whatsapp.com/CLTCfxSCjuF4Pzaw5gdbaX *xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx* *É novo no grupo? Quer saber mais sobre o evento (local de encontro, quem será o anfitrião, entre outros detalhes)?* *👉 Entre no nosso grupo do WhatsApp para receber todas as informações !!!:* [WHATSAPP SOCIALIZANDO](https://chat.whatsapp.com/KNU4HX38Blt8HnWKw7kzQv) *ou* [INSTAGRAM SOCIALIZANDO](https://www.instagram.com/socializandoemsp/) *xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx*

Pratique Yoga com Nathalia Morgana em uma aula dinâmica, revigorante e focada em movimentos que fortalecem, alongam e tonificam o corpo. Se você quer praticar Yoga em contato com a natureza, aumentar sua flexibilidade, resistência e energia, esta aula é para você! Aula adaptada para todos os níveis... de iniciantes à avançados. Traga seu tapete de yoga, toalha ou canga para forrar o chão. **Domingo às 10h** **Valor: R$48** **Contato**: (11)95400-1715 **Onde nos encontrar:** Ao passar pelo portão 6, que fica na Av. IV Centenário, pegue a trilha de cooper à DIREITA (em frente ao aluguel das bicicletas). Ande alguns metros e me encontre no gramado. Entre em contato se tiver alguma dificuldade em nos encontrar (11)95400-1715 **Reserve já sua vaga e comece seu dia com energia!**

🇧🇷⚽ A SORTE CONTINUA NA REGIÃO DAS ESTAÇÕES VERDE E AMARELA! 💚💛 A classificação veio, a energia foi incrível e resolvemos manter a tradição: voltamos para a região das estações Verde e Amarela!!! Desta vez, vamos nos encontrar no Bella Sauípe para torcer por Brasil x Noruega em mais uma decisão da Copa. 5min da estação Consolação (linha Verde) 5min da estação Paulista (linha Amarela) https://www.instagram.com/bellasauipe?igsh=Y3N6NGJ2NmI3eXVu Vista a amarelinha, chame os amigos, venha fazer parte dessa torcida, viver mais uma tarde de muita emoção, boas risadas e, claro, muita comemoração! 💚💛 A nossa energia ajuda o Brasil a dar mais um passo rumo ao hexa 🇧🇷 HOST: Camila *xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx* *É novo no grupo? Quer saber mais sobre o evento (local de encontro, quem será o anfitrião, entre outros detalhes)?* *👉 Entre no nosso grupo do WhatsApp para receber todas as informações !!!:* [WHATSAPP SOCIALIZANDO](https://chat.whatsapp.com/KNU4HX38Blt8HnWKw7kzQv) *ou* [INSTAGRAM SOCIALIZANDO](https://www.instagram.com/socializandoemsp/) *xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx*

Main Library, Meeting Room 2B Join us for a welcoming evening of reflection, gentle music, and meaningful conversation. We’ll begin with a short grounding moment, followed by a brief reading from spiritual or philosophical traditions, and an open reflection circle where participants can share (or simply listen). Libera Animae is an interfaith community focused on inner growth, creativity, and authentic connection. All backgrounds are welcome.

Most people use LLMs by feel: ask a question, read the answer, decide whether it “seems good,” and move on. That works for casual use. It does not work when you are building software, automating workflows, writing important documents, or relying on AI for anything that needs to be repeatable. In this talk, we’ll look at how to improve and evaluate the inputs and outputs of LLMs using practical measurement techniques. We’ll cover how prompt changes affect results, how to compare outputs, how to build simple evaluation sets, and how math-based methods like similarity scoring can help you move beyond guesswork. This will be beginner-friendly, so even if you don't know anything about AI, you should get something out of it. However, this will be a little more technical than our intro talks. You do not need to be an AI researcher, but programmers and technically curious attendees will get a lot out of it. We’ll cover: * Why “it looks good” is not enough * How to improve prompts by changing the input, context, and constraints * How to compare LLM outputs more systematically * Basic evaluation techniques for accuracy, consistency, and usefulness * How embeddings, cosine similarity, and scoring can help evaluate results * Where automated evaluation works — and where humans still need to stay in the loop By the end, you’ll have a practical mental model for treating LLMs less like magic and more like systems you can test, measure, and improve. LOGISTICS AND PARKING: The talk starts at 7:00 PM. The first half hour is reserved for everyone to get set up and mingle. Free pizza and drinks! The cheapest parking option is to find street parking, which will only cost you a few bucks. Otherwise, park in the nearby veteran's museum lot for $8. It's highly recommended you avoid the nearby $15 garage parking.

Sleep in on Sundays. When you've had your fill of pajama-time, roll out and have some tasty brunch with your fellow Humanists!

Let's grab some coffee/food and share a morning chat! The East Market has an ample parking lot and outdoor and indoor seating. Grab a cup of coffee from Winston's Coffee & Waffles or on your way to East Market and meet us on the second floor - table behind or east of the elevator. Per what this group is about: "Everyone is welcome! International transplants to Columbus who want to improve language skills, Columbus residents who enjoy talking to people from other countries, and those who would like to discuss international travel and culture, and who enjoy getting together for good conversations."

We are recruiting new group leaders for virtual men's groups! Our primary groups are outdoor movement groups, but we are launching virtual groups for the state of Ohio and beyond and the groups will move outside in the spring, creating room for men's groups, women's groups and coed groups all over the country. Read below to learn about our groups and click the links at the bottom to apply. ### **What is an Outdoor Empowerment Group?** Our Outdoor Movement & Community Empowerment Groups are simple, guided experiences designed to help people reconnect with nature, themselves, and others. We combine some form of movement (hike, walk, run, bike, yoga, workout) and meaningful conversation within a simple community circle to create a space where individuals can support each other while prioritizing mental and physical well-being. Whether you’re seeking stress relief, personal growth, or community, our groups offer everyone a unique and welcoming environment. ## **Why Join?** * **Improve Mental & Physical Well-Being** – Movement, nature, and supportive conversations reduce stress and promote balance. * **Feel Less Alone** – Build genuine connections with like-minded people in a safe, welcoming space. * **Gain Clarity & Perspective** – Step outside daily routines and into a space designed for personal growth and reflection. ## **The Ideal Group Leader** The ideal group leader * Has a born-in passion for mental health, movement, connecting with nature and building community. * Has 5 extra hours per week to dedicate to a meaningful cause for at least one year. Yes, you can leave any organization at any time and we can also ask you to leave, but we are building with legacy in mind and we need people who can commit and be ALL IN on this mission to build with us. * Is independently financially stable with the ability to volunteer with no expectation of pay. This is a deeply beautiful journey of service that all participants commit to at Speak Your Mind. * An ability to manage groups with high emotional intelligence and desire for human connection. * An ability to self-motivate and market/promote their group on Facebook and other social platforms. * Nature informed therapy or clinical therapists/psychologists a plus. ## **Our Impact**  Since launching, we have helped thousands find support, connection, and healing through our Outdoor Movement Groups. 100% of participants surveyed have reported: * A noticeable improvement in mental clarity and emotional well-being. * An increase in social connection and a sense of belonging. * Said they would return again. We believe mental health should be accessible, community-driven, and rooted in nature. Join us and take the first step toward a more connected, grounded, and supported version of yourself. ### **Why Our Groups are Donation-Based** Our Outdoor Movement Groups are made possible through a donation-based model. This approach allows us to keep our events accessible to everyone, regardless of financial circumstances, while also ensuring that we can continue expanding our reach. It’s a great way to pay it forward and support the growth of this beautiful mission! Every contribution helps us: * **Cover Essential Costs** – Donations allow us to pay essential legal, marketing, insurance, and admin costs as well as nourish the important people who run the organization. * **Grow Our Mission** – With your support, we can bring these healing experiences to thousands more people in the future and execute our long term plan to expand across the USA, affecting up to 500,000 people per year. By choosing to contribute, you’re not just leading an event—you’re helping build a mental health movement that supports long-term well-being and connection for all during a severe mental health epidemic. ## **Come Join Us!** We’d love to have you be part of this growing community of people prioritizing their mental health, movement, and connection. 🔹 **Visit Our Website to Learn More:** https://speakyourmind.men/joinusoutside 🔹 **Apply Here to Lead Your Own Group!** – https://form.jotform.com/taketimespeakyourmind/sym-group-leader-application 🔹 **Support the mission**: If you resonate with the mission and want to support, feel free to join a group before applying or donate to help us reach our goals to help more people! You can donate here: https://secure.givelively.org/donate/angels-for-angels/speak-your-mind Please text Mario with any questions: (808) 855-8831

Join us on Monday nights at 7pm for two 25 minute quiet meditations, with one short walking meditation in between. There will be a brief and informal conversation afterward. Stay for as long as you like and feel free to bring or share whatever is on your mind. All Zen Center events are also available via Zoom at bit.ly/IndyZen.

[The Board Walks](http://www.theboardwalks.com/) are for curious people who love deep conversations. If that sounds like you, **bring a thoughtful topic** and join us for a 5-mile walk (10,000+ steps!). **HOW IT WORKS** **Step 1: Bring a topic** Before you arrive, think of **one** topic you want to explore. A question. A thought that's been on your mind. An obsession you want to geek out on. This is your ticket to the event. **Step 2: Circle up & share** We gather in a circle. Your friendly walk host gives a speech to set the tone. Everyone shares: your name, what you're grateful for, and your topic. That's it. 60 seconds. **Step 3: Walk, talk & float** We walk 5 miles. You naturally drift into conversation with 2-3 people at a time, pulled by topics that spark your curiosity. When you're ready to move on, just say: "I'm going to float!" **Step 4: Feel more alive** Two hours flies by. You're back where you started — but you feel different. More alive. More energized. More connected to yourself and others. That's why regulars join 20+ times. *For more details, read our [Orientation Guide.](https://www.theboardwalks.com/orientation)* **HOW TO BRING A GREAT TOPIC** A great topic = something you're genuinely curious about. Recent topics include: * "What are you passionate about right now?" * "What makes a good friend?" * "What's a belief you used to hold that you've completely changed?" * "How do you want to be remembered?" * "What would you do if money wasn't a factor?" Think of your topic like the dish you're bringing to our conversational potluck. If everyone brings an A+ dish (i.e. energizing, uplifting, expansive), we'll all walk away feeling lighter and brighter. **WHAT TO EXPECT** This isn't a fitness event with casual chitchat. It's a walking think tank where we explore life's big questions together, beyond small talk. *If you're looking for light banter or a standard networking event, this probably isn't the right fit.* But if you crave depth, genuine connection, and conversations that make you feel alive? You'll love it here. **FAQ** * Wear casual athletic attire and sneakers. It's a long walk! * We have multiple first-timers at each event. We work hard to create a welcoming, inclusive, clique-free space. * We welcome people of **all** ages, backgrounds, and industries who align with the [intention](https://www.theboardwalks.com/ground-rules) of this space. * Rain or shine, we've been out here nearly every week since July 2022. If the event is cancelled, we'll let you know. * Dogs, babies in strollers, parents, and friends are welcome — please text/email them the event link so they can RSVP and prepare a topic! **LOGISTICS** * If you'll arrive over 10 minutes late, we suggest skipping the event. It's hard to find us once we start walking, and your host can't answer messages during the event. * This walk is designed for everyone to *move together at the same steady pace* (about 20 min/mile). This format works best when the whole group moves in unison. If you have mobility limitations, we kindly encourage you to find an event better suited to your needs. * Read our [Orientation Guide](https://www.theboardwalks.com/orientation) for full details. * If you enjoy the event, send **[this](http://www.theboardwalks.com/)** to a friend or sign up for our **[newsletter](https://theboardwalks.beehiiv.com/)**. We're in multiple cities with more on the way. 🤠👋 **IF YOU WANT TO GO DEEPER...** [The Board](https://stan.store/ellebeecher/p/the-board) is the next step: a high-trust collective for renaissance people devoted to creating, connecting, and building lives that light us up. * This is a global HQ for people who crave big talk, deep connection, and dream collaborations with people across industries. If the walks feel like a spark... The Board is the fire. Apply [here](https://stan.store/ellebeecher/p/the-board).