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Evening of Meditation - Greater health for a joyful life
We are inviting you to our next Evening of Meditation on **Sunday, the 12th of April**. These gatherings are not just about meditating on your own, but a step inward that we take together regarding a particular topic. This time we discover **Greater health for a joyful life.**
One of the most important things in our lives is health, isn’t it? When our body and mind are healthy, we are full of energy to do things in life, able to enjoy, create and love. Let’s discover how we can maintain and nurture **Greater health for a joyful life**.
📍Where: [Yoga Sky](https://maps.app.goo.gl/kBxUvZrqo5yzRNe88?g_st=ipc), Am Tempelhofer Berg 7d, 10965 Berlin
Follow the Yoga Sky signs in the yard, and take the elevator to the top floor.
🗓 When: Sunday, 12th of April, 19:00 - 20:30
Please arrive 5-10 min earlier to settle down.
🎟️ Entry: €5, just to pay for the space (in cash or PayPal)
For more info go to: [https://onenessberlin.com/](https://onenessberlin.com/)
You’re welcome, no matter your background or experience. This is what has worked for us over many years and we love to share it with you.
Looking forward to see you,
Oneness Berlin
Florian, Jazgul & Carla
0.1% Accurate- English Comedy Night
**Step right up for a fortune-telling experience that's barely accurate, but definitely unforgettable.**
Magdalena, the "fortune teller", combines a crystal ball, questionable predictions and a healthy dose of dark humour in a show that's as absurd as it is entertaining.
Described by the 'Scotsman' (top newspaper in the UK) as 'unexpected, clever, ridiculous but great stuff, crystal ball and all', this interactive comedy has left audiences worldwide laughing and wondering what just happened.
Some say it's life-changing, others call it pure nonsense-but no one escapes without a few laughs, some spirit summoning and answers you probably didn't want.
**Sold out run in Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2025**
Reserve your seat for just €2, and at the end of the show, you decide what it was worth (suggested contribution: €10-15). Reservations are held until 10 minutes before the show starts. This is a paid show—you just get to choose how much to pay.
**Make sure to reserve your ticket [HERE](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/01-accurate-english-comedy-night-tickets-1975608368813?aff=meetup)**
Empathy Game - April
Über uns
Hello, Berlin!
We're Mindful Mingle, a cozy corner in our bustling city dedicated to heartfelt conversations. A place where you're not just another face in the crowd, but a valued member of a caring community. Mindful Mingle welcomes openness and emotional honesty.
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\#\# 🌿 Mindful Mingle Community Guidelines
Creating a space for real conversations, mindful connection, and mutual respect
These guidelines are here to help us keep our gatherings safe, supportive, and enriching for everyone. Please read them before attending an event.
\#\# 💛 1\. Come as You Are
This is a space for real people, not perfect ones. Whether you’re having a great week or a rough day, you’re welcome here. Just be yourself, no masks needed.
\#\# 🗣️ 2\. Listen with Empathy
When someone shares, listen with your full attention and an open heart. Avoid interrupting or offering unsolicited advice. Sometimes, the most powerful support is simply being present and listening.
\#\#\# 🤝 3\. Respect Confidentiality
What’s shared in the circle stays in the circle.
Trust is the foundation of this group, please don’t repeat or post about anyone’s personal experiences outside of the meetup.
\#\#\# 🧘 4\. No Judgment\, No Fixing
Everyone’s experience is valid. This isn’t a space for therapy or debate, but for compassionate sharing. Let’s honor each person’s truth without trying to “fix” or analyze it.
\#\#\# 🌍 5\. Diversity Is Our Strength
We celebrate people of all backgrounds, beliefs, and identities. Discrimination, harassment, or exclusion of any kind will not be tolerated.
Bring curiosity and kindness, we learn so much from each other’s perspectives.
\#\#\# 🕊️ 6\. Honor the Flow
Please arrive on time if you can, and stay as long as feels right. Our events are flexible, but being punctual helps maintain the shared rhythm and presence in the group.
\#\#\# 📍 7\. Be Mindful of Space and Time
Keep introductions and sharing brief so everyone has a chance to speak.
If you’re speaking, take a breath, and make room for others. If you’re quiet, know that your presence still matters deeply.
\#\#\# ☕ 8\. Kind Curiosity Over Critique
It’s okay to disagree, that’s part of rich conversation. But let’s do so mindfully, with respect and empathy. Ask questions to understand, not to challenge.
\#\#\# 🌸 9\. This Is a Shared Space\, Not Therapy
Mindful Mingle is about community and connection, not a substitute for therapy or crisis support. If you’re struggling, please know you’re not alone and professional help is always encouraged. We’re here to listen and care, not to diagnose or treat.
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A Final Note
Mindful Mingle is a living community, these guidelines grow with us.
By showing up with kindness, honesty, and openness, you help create the safe, heartfelt atmosphere that makes this group special.
Thank you for being part of it. 🌿
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Hello, dear friends,
My name is Alicja and I'll be taking over as the host of Mindful Mingle.
I’m really glad to step into this role and continue what Behnam has built over the years − a community of empaths of all walks of life and ages coming together to connect and share their experiences. It feels both exciting and a little challenging but on the other side of fear is freedom and I'm willing to take that leap.
In the past, I held space for women's circles for two years before I moved to Berlin so it’s meaningful for me to return to something I care deeply about − this time in a mixed group, which I’ve been wanting to explore for a while.
I intend to uphold the values and guidelines of the Mingle, so if you would like to be part of the journey, join us at an upcoming meeting!
ADHD : Absolutely Dysfunctional Horribly Direct English comedy show
[please register here for the seats as it helps us alot ](http://adhdcomedyberlin.eventbrite.com)
Step into the whimsical world of "**ADHD: Absurdly Dysfunctional Horribly Direct**"–a sensational English language standup comedy show that will tickle your funny bone and leave you in stitches.
**Every 2nd Sunday of the month at Valentin Stüberl,** the perfect setting for this uproarious event, with its intimate atmosphere and cozy ambiance.
⏰ 7 pm to 9 pm . Doors open at 6:30. Show starts at 7
Prepare to be entertained by a **handpicked lineup of the finest comedians from Berlin**. These comedic maestros will take the stage one by one, delivering their side-splitting material with impeccable timing and a dash of audacity.
Some comics may have an official **ADHD** diagnosis, some may believe they are on the spectrum, but all of them are crazy,dysfunctional and outrightly funny.
At the heart of this laughter-filled extravaganza is **Ayush Kulshrestha**, the host of the evening. Having been **diagnosed with ADHD as a child**, Ayush has turned his personal struggles, anger, and misfortunes into a source of inspiration for his comedic genius.
With his unique perspective, Ayush not only delivers a set that is sure to have you rolling in the aisles but also fosters a sense of camaraderie and inclusion.
Through his stories and humor, Ayush creates a common bond ,comradrie and a safe environment where people, especially those who are **neurodivergent** like himself, can connect, share experiences, and feel understood.
We believe laughter should be accessible to all, which is why we run the show as a donation-based pay what you can show. it not a free show
You can reserve your seats now and afte 2 hours of rib tickling comedy and comradery we **suggest a contribution of €10-15€ per person .**
Your contribution helps in paying the therapy bills and the ADHD tax .
Since we always sell out and the seats are limited you can also pre-**book tickets and reserve your seats [here](https://app.tickettailor.com/events/desidemocracy/919363) at discounted rates.**
So gather your friends, loosen up your funny bones, and join us for a Sunday evening filled with laughter and merriment. Get ready to experience a comedy show like no other, where wit, absurdity, and directness collide to promises laughter, camaraderie, and a celebration of turning life's challenges into comedic triumphs.
Access Bars Class - English
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. ®
🌍 JUST GUTSY — Solo Travelers Meetup (Berlin 4PM local time)
No agenda. No awkward intros. Just good people.
Just Gutsy is a weekly meetup for solo travelers, nomads and locals who love meeting them, a simple way to find your people in a new city.
Who comes:
Solo travelers in transit · digital nomads · curious locals who love meeting travelers
What to expect:
casual and self-led · small group energy · show up, talk to someone, see where it goes
Not sure how to talk to strangers? I put together a set of questions that actually make it easy — find them here: [justgutsy.com/icebreakers](http://justgutsy.com/icebreakers)
The only things you need to do:
→ Comment below so others know you're coming
→ If plans change, update your RSVP
→ When you arrive: comment "Here, [what you're wearing]" so people find you
When & where:
• Every Sunday · 4PM local time
Meetup.com sometimes shows a different timezone — ignore it, it's always 4PM where you are
• Location: in front of the Indischer Brunnen
Join Just Gutsy → [justgutsy.com](http://justgutsy.com/) · Early members get lifetime premium access to the app
Erlebe grundlose Freude mit Lachen
Erinnerst Du Dich noch an das unbeschwerte Glück
Deiner Kindheitstage?
Diese **grundlose Freude,** dieser Spaß am unbekümmerten Leben. Das trägst Du noch in Dir: **Dein inneres Kind.**
**„Ananda mit Lachen“** ist eine Einladung, wieder in Kontakt mit dieser Quelle von Freude, Lebendigkeit und Staunen zu kommen.
**„Ananda“** bedeutet grundlose Freude – ein Zustand, den kleine Kinder ganz natürlich kennen. Und auch in uns Erwachsenen kann diese Freude wieder erfahrbar werden.
**Viele Menschen erleben „Ananda mit Lachen“ als:**
* eine Einladung zu mehr Freude und Lebendigkeit
* eine neue Leichtigkeit im Umgang mit dem Alltag
* eine tiefere Verbindung zu sich selbst, anderen und dem Leben
* einen liebevollen Impuls für persönliches Wachstum
**Was Du mitbringen darfst:**
* Offenheit, das Lachen wiederzuentdecken
* Eine ungeöffnete Flasche stilles Wasser
Wir möchten wirklich jedem die Möglichkeit geben, den Zustand grundloser Freude zu erfahren… ob jung oder alt, reich oder arm..
Deshalb arbeiten wir bei unseren Aktivitäten mit einem freiwilligen Beitrag.
**Wann?**
9\. Mai 2026
Beginn 14:00 – bitte pünktlich sein
Einlass ab 13:30
Dauer: etwa 2 Stunden
***Anmeldung ausschließlich über die Website: https://golden-age-europe.org/onenessgamatchde/sri-param-jyothi-amma-bhagavan-ananda-deeksha/ .***
Engaged Buddhism Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
📚 15 Pages Book Club — Short Story Morning
📚 **Short Story Sunday**
📍 **Location:** Iska Café
📅 **Timing:** Every second Sunday
🕰 **Time:** 11:00 – 13:00
**Selected story: To Build a Fire by Jack London (\~15 pages)**
1st Link: https://americanliterature.com/author/jack-london/short-story/to-build-a-fire
2nd Link (Backup PDF): https://tea4avcastro.tea.state.tx.us/thl/ENG3.W6.L5.to-build-a-fire.pdf
3rd Link (Backup PDF): https://shortstoryamerica.com/pdf_classics/londonj_to_build_a_fire.pdf
**A Slow Sunday Morning with Stories**
The **Sunday 15 Pages Short Story Book Club** is a gentle way to begin the day — a cozy literary gathering for people who enjoy slowing down, listening to stories, and sharing thoughtful conversation.
Instead of reading alone at home, we experience literature together. Each meeting invites us to step out of the Berlin’s rush into a calm space of imagination, reflection, and human connection through short fiction.
**How the Morning Flows (Approx. 2 Hours)**
**11:00 – 11:30 \| Arrival & Settling In**
Gather at the café, order something you enjoy, and ease into the morning.
**11:30 – 12:15 \| Collective Reading**
We read a carefully selected short story together.
**12:15 – 13:00 \| Discussion & Reflection**
An open and informal conversation about impressions, emotions, interpretations, and ideas
✨Feel free to join only for the discussion part if you feel like reading on your own ✨
**What to Expect**
Short stories are selected by the hosts and announced online before each meeting.
No preparation is required — simply arrive and immerse yourself in literature and conversation.
**What to Bring With You**
• Your own copy of a story
• Curiosity and openness
• A willingness to listen and share perspectives
• Optional: a notebook if you enjoy jotting down thoughts
• Your appetite for coffee, cake, and good stories
**📍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**
Mental Health Discussion Circle
Life gets heavy sometimes — and we believe no one should carry that weight alone.
This discussion circle is a supportive space where we gather to speak openly about our struggles, mental health journeys, and personal challenges — without fear of judgment. Whether you’re facing anxiety, burnout, grief, or just feeling lost, this is a time for real talk, real people, and real healing.
We’re not therapists or professionals — we’re humans navigating life, just like you. What we offer is empathy and understanding.
What to expect:
• Respectful conversations
• Listening without pressure to fix
• Optional prompts to get things flowing
• A calm, welcoming environment
Come as you are. You don’t need to have it all figured out.
The event takes place every 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month and is donation based.
If possible, please consider helping us cover the location and Meetup expenses with a small contribution. :)
Paypal (Friends&Family): mhps.berlin@gmail.com
Shamanic Breathwork 2 h Conscious Connected Breathwork (Psychedelic)
**Shamanic Conscious Connected Breathwork by** [STUDIO B](https://www.studio-bewusstseinserfahrungen.de/)
This group is dedicated to **Conscious Connected Breathwork**, a powerful somatic practice for deep emotional release (nervous system release). Intense states of awareness are possible.
Through **conscious, connected breathing**, rhythmic music, and guided facilitation, participants are invited to access deeper layers of awareness, release stored stress and emotions, and reconnect with their inner resources.
There are **no substances involved**. The work is grounded, body-based, and trauma-aware.
Price is only for the room.
### This group is for you if you want to:
* release stress, tension, and emotional blockages
* explore non-ordinary states of consciousness through breath
* experience clarity, emotional relief, and deep relaxation
### Each session typically includes:
* introduction and intention setting
* guided conscious connected breathwork
* music-supported journey
* integration and grounding
### Contraindications
This practice is **not suitable** for people with any of the following conditions:
* pregnancy
* epilepsy or history of seizures
* severe cardiovascular disease or high blood pressure not medically controlled
* recent surgery or acute physical injury
* glaucoma or detached retina
* severe asthma
* antidrepressiva
* diagnosed psychosis, bipolar disorder, or severe psychiatric conditions
If you are unsure whether this practice is appropriate for you, please **consult your healthcare provider** or contact the facilitator in advance.
**No prior experience is required.**
Beginners are welcome. Sessions are guided with care, structure, and clear boundaries.
This is a **safe, respectful space** for self-exploration, presence, and embodied awareness.
Sessions are held in English & German. German participants are very welcome.[ABOUT US STUDIO B](https://www.studio-bewusstseinserfahrungen.de/)
Qigong Training
Spring is in the air! Join us for an uplifting and rejuvenating session of Qigong!
We'll be practicing some of the classic Qigong forms such as:
\- Ba Duan Jin \(八段锦\) \- The Eight Brocades
\- Wu Xing Gong \(五行功\) \- The Five Elements
\- Chan Si Gong \(缠丝功\) \- Silk Reeling
Guided by me, George, we will tap into the flow of our Qi to promote physical health and mental well-being, Through gentle exercises and conscious movement, Whether you are a seasoned practitioner or beginner, this event is open to all levels.
Instruction in German and/or English.
**Location:**
We'll meet at the Skulpturenpark (Skulpturen gegen Krieg und Gewalt) in the Tiergarten. It's beside the Kanzleramt where's there is currently a massive crane - so it's pretty easy to find. Facing East is the Reichstag; facing west is the TIPI marquee and the Haus der Kulturen der Welt. Here is the link on Google Maps:
https://maps.app.goo.gl/TzovRvhSDaXVRmbMA?g_st=ipc
Should it rain, Plan B will be to go up to the terrace at the Haus der Kulturen der Welt. There is a covered space at the top of the steps:
https://maps.app.goo.gl/nU243SuqVwLd4R7ZA
**Clothing/Footwear:**
Come in loose, comfortable clothes which are warm just in case it gets a bit chilly after all. Some form of sports shoe is fine!...
**Donation:**
There is no fee. All I request is a donation to 'People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals' (PETA): https://www.peta.de/ or a charity/good cause of your choice...
**Contact:**
If you have any problems finding the event, you can reach me on Mobile/Whatsapp +49 174 983 2023
***Harness the power of Qigong to revitalize your body, mind, and spirit!***
Sunday Service 10:45am
You are welcome to join Sunday services at our church location.
Feel free to contact us if you have any questions.
Acro Yoga Kurs/Jam
AKRO YOGA
Jeden 2. Sonntag: Kurs
Jeden 1., 3., und 4. Sonntag: Open Jam
15 bis 18Uhr
\*KURS\*
Partner-Akrobatik im Offenen Wohnzimmer - Open Level Class
Der Kurs richtet sich an alle, die noch nie Partnerakrobatik ausprobiert haben, aber motiviert und interessiert sind. Aber auch für Menschen, die schon Erfahrungen mitbringen, wird etwas dabei sein. Wir praktizieren L-Basing (bei der eine Person auf der Erde liegt und eine andere Person auf den Füßen oder Armen balanciert).
Wir werden uns jede Woche mit einem neuen Flow beschäftigen, wobei unser Fokus vor allem auf sauberer Technik und Sicherheit liegt.
Du kannst gerne alleine kommen, wir werden im Kurs Partner\*innen zum Ausprobieren der Flows finden.
Du brauchst: Bequeme, eng anliegende Kleidung, etwas zu trinken. Matten sind vor Ort.
\*OPEN JAM\*
Partner-Akrobatik im Offenen Wohnzimmer - Offene Jam
Du möchtest deine neu gelernten Flows und Figuren aus der Partnerakrobatik mit anderen Menschen ausprobieren? Dann bist du hier genau richtig. Wir wollen gemeinsam einen Raum schaffen, in dem wir gemeinsam an unseren Flows arbeiten und kreativ experimentieren können.
Nach einem gemeinsamen Warm Up wird frei ausprobiert, um am Ende bei einem gemeinsamen Cool Down wieder zusammen zu kommen.
Du kannst gerne alleine kommen, es wird genug potentielle Partner\*innen vor Ort geben.
Du brauchst: Bequeme, eng anliegende Kleidung, etwas zu trinken. Matten sind vor Ort.
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Anmeldung erforderlich : melde dich bitte an unter [akro@filua.de](mailto:akro@filua.de)
Sunday Silent Reading at the Bode Museum
Silent Book Club is a group of book lovers who enjoy reading together in public. All books and all readers are welcome.
(Kindly RSVP 'yes' only if you can make it, so we can save a seat for you and our fellow readers on the waitlist!)
This page-turning party will unfold in the Café (1st floor) at the Bode Museum.
There's no entrance fee, but please order at least one item from the cafe and don't bring any outside drinks :)
No quizzes, no pressure, no assigned books - just a group of book-loving souls basking in the beauty of silent reading.
**Our thrilling agenda:**
10:30 am - 11:00 am - Arrivals, ordering drinks/food (social time)
11:00 am - 12:00 pm - The Great Quiet Reading Hour (where silence is the star)
12:00 pm - 13:00 pm - Optional socializing, share your reading adventures or just keep exploring the pages
Stay for lunch, and who knows? You might just find your next favorite book over a pizza.
NB: If you plan to go for lunch, please consider bringing cash, as some restaurants only accept card payments after a certain amount.
Engaged Buddhism Events Near You
Connect with your local Engaged Buddhism community
Drunken
This month's prompt concerns the idea of the “warrior philosopher” (seemed appropriate in these times)--that is someone whose understanding of violence, power, and justice is forged through direct experience of war. We are looking at Major General Smedley D. Butler, a highly decorated U.S. Marine raised in a Quaker (pacifist) tradition who later became a prominent critic of American militarism (there is a wonderful biography of Gen. Butler called "Gangsters of Capitalism")
Butler's argument in *War Is a Racket* (1935): that many U.S. interventions were driven less by national defense than by corporate and financial interests, with Butler portraying himself as an enforcer for business and Wall Street. We can consider the moral ambiguity of his insider critique—whether complicity strengthens or undermines credibility and also consider some of the concrete reforms he proposed (e.g., “conscript” capital before soldiers, restrict the military to coastal defense, and have only those who fight decide on war).
Butler’s life arc clearly changed from pacifist upbringing to warrior to antiwar crusader—and asks whether true understanding of peace requires firsthand knowledge of war, and what that implies about the cost of suffering. So do we need to suffer to understand suffering? Do we have to experience war to appreciate peace? As one more question: in the movie "A Few Good Men" Jack Nicholson's character says that "you have the luxury of not knowing what I know" so do most of us go through life oblivious to real violence and suffering? See you at Drunken Philosophy!
Libera Animae - Freeing the Soul
Main Library, Meeting Room 3B
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.
Neurospicy Columbus - Join us for Stauff's Coffee and Book Loft
Join Neurospicy Columbus at the Stauff's for coffee and then a stroll through the Book Loft nearby!
This will be a friendly chat for like minded individuals with Autism and/or ADHD (or somewhere on the Neurodiverse Spectra).
Sunday Brunch
Sleep in on Sundays. When you've had your fill of pajama-time, roll out and have some tasty brunch with your fellow Humanists!
Coffee and Book Chat: Disability Visibility
Let's catch up and have a relaxed chat, including chat about the book Disability Visibility.
This collection of essays is available at the library. You'll be invited to share the essay that you related to the most, and the essay that did the most to grow your awareness of something new. It's OK if you don't read the whole book!
Recruiting Virtual Mental Health Group Leaders!
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




















