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Discussion philosophie & politique đ
Salut les amis,
Nous vous invitons pour notre prochaine discussion **le mercredi Ă 19h00**, **au Dussmann KulturCafĂŠ**, au 2e ĂŠtage de Dussmann das KulturKaufhaus Berlin, FriedrichstraĂe 90, 10117 Berlin. Nous espĂŠrons voir de nombreux nouveaux visages et avoir une discussion animĂŠe et inspirante !
⨠**Au programme ?** Des ĂŠchanges captivants sur des sujets de **philosophie** et de **sociĂŠtĂŠ** qui nous intriguent et nous passionnent. Une belle occasion de partager nos idĂŠes, dĂŠcouvrir dâautres points de vue et apprendre ensemble dans une ambiance conviviale.
**Niveau de français** : IdÊalement, il vous permet de participer à une discussion intellectuelle sans trop de difficultÊs !
**Lieu** : FriedrichstraĂe 90, 10117 Berlin
Ă bientĂ´t! đ
Sonne & Tiefe
Tolle Berlinerinnen und Berliner,
als ich schreibe, sitze ich im Wald zwischen Buchen und Eichen auf meinem Campingstuhl und genieĂe die Ruhe des Sonnenlichts.
Suchst du nach Freiheit von dem Lärm der Szene, Lärm der Stadt? MÜchtest du Brßcken mit interkulturellen, diversen Leuten aufbauen?
Dieses Jahr mĂśchte ich unbedingt neue Leute, die Tiefe und Empathie haben kennenlernen. Diesen Leuten meine Zeit geben, und gegenseitige Freundschaften hoffentlich aufbauen.
Selbst glaube ich, dass Mädels und Jungs einander nicht verstehen kÜnnen, wenn der Sinn von einer Person 100% einer Geschlecht ist und die Person keines der Geschlecht gegenßber kennt. Idealerweise sollte der Sinn 50/50 weiblich/männlich sein, dass wir uns ideal verstehen kÜnnen.
Selbst bin ich KĂźnstler, der sich fĂźr Farbphysik (Colour Phenomena) interessiert. Zum Beispiel ein roses Kirschbaum in der blauen morgen Stunde. Oder blaue Bäume im Licht eines bedeckten Sommer Tag, auch wenn jeder glaubt, dass man sachlich weiĂ, âBäumen sind grĂźn!â
Colour sind, glaube ich, hauptsächlich weibliche Phänomene. Und als Kßnstler empfand ich seit langem eine Affinität fßr Colour.
Das Bild oben ist ein Kunstwerk von mir.
Ich mĂśchte die ruhigen Leuten erreichen, also der Treff ist entweder Online, per Signal Messenger (Link zur Gruppe im Kommentar) um neue Verbindungen leicht zu machen, oder auch sogar besser persĂśnlich, wenn du dich spontan unterwegs sein will und persĂśnlich treffen will.
Wenn du mich persĂśnlich triffst setzen wir uns auf eine Wiese, eventuell in der Wuhlheide, oder auf dem Tempelhofer Feld. Schick mir eine Nachricht per Signal Gruppe und wir kĂśnnen uns vereinbaren.
Ich freue mich neue Leute kennenzulernen!
Talk to a Psychotherapist: Free 1:1 Consultation
đ¤ **Psychosocial Consultation with Dr. Zhana Karadenizova,**
who is a licensed psychological psychotherapist with certification in cognitive behavioural therapy for people who need short-term support or an initial orientation during challenging life situations.
**About:** this is not a regular meet-up, this is a free one-to-one consultation with a therapist.
The consultation hours are an **accessible consultation service** for an initial, orientation-focused conversation. During those hours, you can expect a professional assessment of the current situation, help with clarifying existing burdens, and support with the development of possible next steps.
**Possible topics:**
⢠Initial orientation and clarification of current challenges
⢠Support in difficult life situations
⢠Development of possible next steps
⢠Referral to suitable further support services
*Please note that this is not a long-term therapy but just a one-time consultation.* *It can help you clarify your situation, receive a professional perspective, and explore possible next steps or support options.*
**Session Format**
⢠Individual **1:1 consultation** with the therapist
⢠Approx. **45 minutes per person**
⢠Confidential conversation in a safe and respectful setting
⢠Focus on orientation and support rather than ongoing therapy
**This consultation may be helpful if you:**
⢠feel overwhelmed or stuck in a life situation
⢠are going through a difficult transition (breakup, stress, uncertainty, etc.)
⢠want professional guidance before deciding on therapy or other support
⢠need a first safe space to talk about what is going on
**Available Appointments (evening time):**
There are 5 appointments available on Wednesday evenings (March 25, April 22, April 29, May 6, May 20)
**Languages:** English and German
**Location:** đPangea Haus e.V. (SiD)
This event is made by SiD Systemik im Dialog Berlin gUG.
**Responsibility:**
Since we are very limited with the slots here, we kindly ask you to reserve a spot only if you 100% intend to attend.
As well, please cancel at least 3 days in advance if you cannot make it.
**Registration:** To reserve a slot, please email info@systemik-im-dialog.de
**More info:** https://www.systemik-im-dialog.de/services/de
Bring-a-Friend & Find-a-Friend" Night
**Berlin can be a tough nut to crack.**
Sometimes you have your "one person" and youâre stuck in a bubble; other times, youâre the new kid on the block looking for your crew.
This night is designed to break those bubbles and bridge the gap.
"Bringing a friend? **Amazing.** Coming solo? **Also great.** \> Whether youâre rolling with your crew or flying solo\, youâre in the right place\.
Our mission is to help you meet like-minded people and turn 'strangers' into 'Berlin besties.'
**Friendly reminder**. Change ur attendance status if you cannot attend!
Letâs share our storys! Letâs heal and grow together <3
Hi guys! I want to meetup more often and start a monthly thing. Would you guys be interested in something like that?
Next meetup Wednesday, May 20th 2026
at Goldberg in NeukĂślln <3
Sprachcafe Friedrichshain
Looking to practice German, improve your speaking skills, or simply meet friendly people in Berlin? Join our free Language CafĂŠ in Friedrichshain!
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Location "Wir im Kiez" Koppenstrasse 62, Friedrichshain 10243 Berlin (UBahn Strausberger Platz)
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When Every Wednesday, 19:30-21:00
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Who can join? Anyone. Beginners, advanced learners, expats, locals â all welcome.
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What we do Small conversation groups (level-friendly) speak and learn German focus, but multi-language exchange possible Relaxed, social atmosphere
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Goal Learn, talk, connect german. No classes, no pressure â real conversations.
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Bring positive vibes
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No registration needed â just show up. See you there!
Nur fĂźr Frauen: Neue Freundinnen in Berlin - Freundschafts-Workshop fĂźr Frauen
**đś Eintritt: 13-20 Euro (nach eigenen MĂśglichkeiten)**
**Sichere Dir Deinen garantierten Platz mit [einem Ticket (Eventbrite).](https://www.eventbrite.de/e/nur-fur-frauen-neue-freundinnen-in-berlin-workshop-tickets-1983044451336)**
Falls Du doch nicht kommen kannst, sage bitte hier auf Meetup ab und gib Deinen Platz frei.
Wir fangen 19:00 Uhr an. Sei deshalb bitte pĂźnktlich 18:45 Uhr da. Ein späterer Einlass ist nicht mĂśglich, weil wir mitten im Flow sind. **Vielen Dank Dir** đđ˝
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**Menschen mit guten Freunden leben länger, glĂźcklicher und gesĂźnder. AuĂerdem machen gute Freundinnen einfach SpaĂ.**
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Deshalb biete ich Freundschaftsworkshop an.
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Manche sagen: "Es ist schwierig, in Berlin gute Freundinnen zu finden." Berlin, die Stadt der 1000 MĂśglichkeiten ... ich kenne das auch.
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**đ¸ Dann machen wir einen Workshop!**
1. Maximal 40 Frauen.
2. Eine leichte Moderation fĂźhrt durch den Abend
3. Ihr lernt Euch kennen und habt SpaĂ.
4. Wer mag, trifft sich wieder.
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Du wirst Ăźberrascht sein, wie vertraut Du mit vielen nach 3 Stunden sein wirst - so, als ob Ihr Euch schon lange kennt.
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**đą 4 Jahre Arbeit - 1 Workshop**
Vier Jahre habe ich geforscht und ausprobiert, wie Menschen Freunde werden & was die Magie der Freundschaft ausmacht. Das Ergebnis ist dieser Abend.
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Praxisnahe, schnell umsetzbare Tipps, die Du schnell in den Alltag umsetzen kannst. Kleine Happen zur Theorie. - Und vor allem: Kennenlernen & SpaĂ haben. Wir probieren einfach miteinander aus.
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Eine Teilnehmerin sagte mal zu mir:
* "Georg, das ist so eine angenehme Atmosphäre. Danke, dass Du das machst."
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Was soll ich sagen? Stimmt. Das ist mein Anliegen đ¤.
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**đ Diese Methoden kannst Du in Deinen Alltag mitnehmen.**
Ab sofort kannst Du Menschen besser und persĂśnlicher kennenlernen â und damit tiefe Verbindungen und bessere Freundschaften aufbauen.
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**â° Die TĂźren sind offen ab 18:45 Uhr.**
* Deinen Mantel aufhängen, WC, eine Runde schwatzen und los geht's...
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**â Darf ich wiederkommen?**
Es gibt nur wenige Veranstaltungen, bei denen man wirklich miteinander ins Gespräch kommt. Hier schon, mit Tiefgang.
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Einige kommen immer wieder, um die Details des gut gestrickten Programms zu ergrĂźnden - und immer wieder neue Menschen kennenzulernen oder auf bekannte Gesichter zu treffen.
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Bis es endlich Klick macht und die richtigen Freundinnen gefunden sind.
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**đ Was bringst Du mit?**
* Etwas zu trinken (z.B. deine Wasserflasche, keinen Alkohol!)
* Du solltest satt sein und vorher gegessen haben
* Bargeld fĂźr den Eintritt oder Ticket von Eventbrite
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**đ Der Veranstaltungsraum**
* Wir haben einen wunderschĂśnen Raum im Prenzlberg - im Life Artist Hub
* Gut mit Ăffis zu erreichen: SchĂśnhauser Allee (Ringbahn, U2, M1), Eberswalder StraĂe (U2, M10, M12)
* Vor Ort ist alles ausgeschildert.
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**Vorsichtshalber hier die Wegbeschreibung:**
* Du gehst in den Hof bis nach hinten durch. Dort ist eine TĂźr.
* Du klingest bei "Life Artist Hub". Die TĂźr sollte sofort summen. Ăffne die TĂźr.
* Du gehst in den 3. Stock. Da sind wir. đ¤
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**đąđ˝ââď¸ Warum moderierst Du als Mann diesen Workshop?**
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Hi, ich bin Georg. Ich weiĂ, ich bin ein Mann. Warum moderiere ich dann diesen Workshop?
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Abenteuer Freundschaft ist mein Beruf. Am Anfang war ich auf Männer-Freundschaften spezialisiert. Ăberraschenderweise waren 60 Prozent der Newsletter-Empfängerinnen Frauen. Frauen scheinen die Wichtigkeit guter Freundschaften viel mehr zu spĂźren.
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Deshalb habe ich letztes Jahr angefangen, Workshops fßr Frauen anzubieten. Soziale Träger, das Rathaus SchÜneberg und das Frauenzentrum Begine haben mich bereits fßr Freundinnen-Workshops gebucht. Im Frauenzentrum moderiert eine Bekannte die Workshops.... denn da darf ich noch nicht mal rein :).
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Unseren Workshop werde ich zurĂźckhaltend moderieren. Ich weiĂ mit der Situation umzugehen. Das ist Euer Raum.
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FĂźr die Männer gibt es alle zwei Wochen am Dienstag einen Männer-Workshop, der regelmäĂig gut besucht ist.
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**Mehr Ăźber Abenteuer Freundschaft & mich:**
đ [www.abenteuer-freundschaft.de](http://%5Bhttps://www.abenteuer-freundschaft.de/%5D(https://www.abenteuer-freundschaft.de/) "\[https://www.abenteuer-freundschaft.de\](https://www.abenteuer-freundschaft.de)")
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**đđ˝ Get in touch & stay in touch:**
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**â Telegram-Kanal: [t.me/abenteuer_freundschaft](http://t.me/abenteuer_freundschaft)**
fĂźr Events, Workshops & Neuste Erkenntnisse aus der Freundschaftsforschung (Ăberschriften)
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**â Freundschafts-Newsletter:** [https://abenteuer-freundschaft.de/newsletter](https://abenteuer-freundschaft.de/newsletter)
Alle 4 Wochen das Neuste aus der Freundschaftsforschung; oft seltener, denn ich schreibe nur dann, wenn es wirklich etwas zu berichten gibt.
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**đĽ 6 Zutaten groĂartiger Freundschaften**
Seit 2020 forsche ich, was groĂartige Freundschaften wirklich ausmacht. Das Ergebnis ist das 30seitige eBook: "Die 6 Zutaten groĂartiger Freundschaften". Du erhältst das eBook zurzeit kostenlos, wenn Du Dich fĂźr den Newsletter anmeldest: [https://abenteuer-freundschaft.de/newsletter](https://abenteuer-freundschaft.de/newsletter)
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**đ Meet-Up-Gruppe:** [https://www.meetup.com/g/abenteuer-freundschaft/](https://www.meetup.com/g/abenteuer-freundschaft/)
Hier bist Du schon: Workshops, Spaziergänge, Wanderungen, Treffen, Eislaufen, Eisbaden, Männer-Abende, Freundinnen-Workshops, Sonntagsausflßge
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**đ˛ Ehemalige Teilnehmende der Meetups:**
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"Ich hatte Schwierigkeiten in Berlin anzukommen. Frßher war es immer easy. Bei deiner Veranstaltung haben wir uns kennengelernt. Jetzt sind wir Freunde. Ich hätte das nicht mehr geglaubt."
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"Ich bin ein bunter Hund und habe viele Bekannte. Aber eine Bekanntschaft zur Freundschaft machen - das hast Du mir gezeigt."
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"Ich war nervĂśs, ob ich wirklich kommen soll. Was sind da fĂźr Leute? Mit wem verstehe ich mich? Nach einer Stunde war mir klar: Gute Freundinnen sind gleich. Ich muss mich nicht mit jedem verstehen. Und allein fĂźr die Methoden hat es sich gelohnt. DankeschĂśn!"
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"So schnell im Deep Talk. Interessant!"
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**đŤ Einige Highlights von der Webseite:**
* [Wo kann man neue Leute kennenlernen?](https://abenteuer-freundschaft.de/neue-leute-kennenlernen)
* [Wie schnell entsteht wahre Freundschaft?](https://abenteuer-freundschaft.de/wie-schnell-entsteht-freundschaft)
* [Der ultimative Freundschaftstipp: Zum Essen einladen - bei Dir zu Hause](https://abenteuer-freundschaft.de/zum-essen-einladen)
* [Das erste Freundschafts-Treffen: So lernt ihr Euch wirklich kennen](https://abenteuer-freundschaft.de/freundschaftstreffen)
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Grief & Loss Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
Mental Health Discussion Circle
Life gets heavy sometimes â 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 â without fear of judgment. Whether youâre facing anxiety, burnout, grief, or just feeling lost, this is a time for real talk, real people, and real healing.
âŠWeâre not therapists or professionals â weâre humans navigating life, just like you. What we offer is empathy and understanding.
âŠWhat to expect:â¨â˘ Respectful conversationsâ¨â˘ Listening without pressure to fixâ¨â˘ Optional prompts to get things flowingâ¨â˘ A calm, welcoming environment
âŠCome as you are. You donât need to have it all figured out.
âŠThe 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
Singing in the dark. Voice meditation workshop
### This voice meditation workshop is an invitation to enter darkness together. Not to escape, but to listen, feel, and stay with what is usually avoided.
We will work with voice and singing as tools for exploring grief in its different forms: grief after losing someone to death, after the end of a relationship, or after the loss of hope, future, or meaning. Not as a therapeutic intervention, but as a shared artistic and somatic experience.
The workshop will be based on Eastern European folk songs about loss, mourning, and death that carry collective memory and emotional structure that allow us to access grief without explanation or narrative.
In the second part, we will move into a guided voice meditation circle in complete darkness. Through sustained tones, breath, and gentle vocalization, we will create a shared sound environment that supports relaxation, stimulates the vagus nerve, and helps regulate the nervous system. The darkness allows attention to shift inward and reduces the pressure of being seen or performing.
The Workshop will be led in English by singer and singing teacher [Weronika Regosz](https://www.betweenvoices.org/).
Bring comfortable clothes, water, and a notebook.
We are looking forward to this special workshop exploring the darkness together. Send an email to infobetweenvoices@gmail.com to save your spot!
\*The workshop will be held at Ahorn Space, Hermannplatz 8, Berlin.
\*The event is donation-based.
Soul Care Circle đ Picnic, Deep Questions & Sharing
**Need a moment to slow down, breathe, and talk about what really matters?**
Youâre warmly invited to our **Soul Care Circle Picnic** â a relaxed gathering in the park where we create space for honest conversations, connection, and gentle inspiration.
**đżWhat to expect:**
* A mindful sharing circle in small groups (max. 5â6 people)
* Clear guidance and gentle moderation
* Space for personal stories, thoughts, and emotions
* A relaxed picnic afterwards â stay as long as you like
**This circle is for you if you want to...**
đ Reflect on lifeâs deeper questions
đą Connect with others in a meaningful way
đ Feel inspired or supported during a challenging time
đ Share from the heart and be truly heard
đ Explore holistic or spiritual ideas
đââď¸ Take care of your emotional well-being
No experience needed â just come as you are.
đ **Schedule**
* Arrival: 2:00 â 2:30 pm **(please do not come after 2.30 pm, as this disturbs the dynamics within the groups).**
* Circle: 2:30 â 5:00 pm
* Picnic & hangout: open end
đ **Location:**
[Click here for the exact spot on Google Maps](https://goo.gl/maps/hnLhUL4fNunPuRru7)
đ **Please bring:**
* A blanket to sit on
* Snacks & drinks to share
* **A small contribution (4âŻâŹ, 6âŻâŹ, or 10âŻâŹ â whatever feels right for you) for the organization & guidance**
đŹ **Language:** English
đ˛ **Telegram group for updates & connection:**\*\* [Join here](https://t.me/+2SJdbZ4jcSVlZTVi)
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**About your host:**
Hi, Iâm Isabel â holistic life & mindfulness coach, and shamanic practitioner. Iâve been guiding healing circles and workshops for many years, and Iâm passionate about creating spaces where people can slow down, connect, and come back to themselves.
Looking forward to sharing this special time with you. đż
Warmly,
*Isabel*
Philosophy talk - Treptower Park
Philosophy Discussion Meetup â Exploring Lifeâs Big Questions Through Books
Join us for an open and friendly philosophy meetup where we explore lifeâs deepest questions through thoughtful conversation, shared reading, and discussion.
This time we will be discussing Crito, one of Plato's Dialogues about the last days of Socrates' life. Since this text is more than 2000 years old, you can find it easily online.
đ What to Expect
Each meeting follows a relaxed and engaging format
Welcome & Introductions (10 minutes
Brief introductions and sharing what everyone is reading
Book & Topic Sharing (20 minutes
Participants present a short passage, idea, or question from their book
Group Discussion (45â60 minutes
Open discussion based on the shared material, often inspired by Sophie's World and related philosophical themes
Wrap-Up & Social Time (15 minutes
Final reflections and informal conversation
No prior philosophy background is requiredâcuriosity and openness are enough
đ What to Bring
Please bring
A book you are currently reading (optional but encouraged
One or two questions or ideas from your boo
A notebook and pen (optional
If you donât have a book, you are still very welcome to join and participate
đ How to Find Us
We meet at
Treptower Park S-Bahn Station. I will be holding a book, screaming "Socrates is dead!"
Group Value
Respectful and open discussio
No judging or âwinningâ argument
Everyone gets a chance to spea
Different viewpoints are welcom
Curiosity over certaint
Whether you are new to philosophy or a long-time reader, this group offers a supportive space to think together and learn from one another
We look forward to reading, questioning, and reflecting with you
Soundness Check Circle | Mental Health Support
Hi, I am Zoe, a software engineer by profession. I have been running this support group since a shortly after covid đ
The location is confusing if you route from google maps. Please note that itâs at Choriner Str. 12, 10119 Berlin. Do note the street and house number to reach âď¸ the bar next to it is always closed so please donât get confused by it.
What to expect in the circle:
\- The first 45 minutes we can spend to get coffee and settle down
\- On a volunteer basis\, each of the attendee will then get some time to share things that they are dealing with\, perhaps for 2\-5 minutes
\- You can skip sharing even if you are in a circle\, there's no force \(and there will never be\) on you to share\, staying silent and listening is completely ok
\- Attendees can recommend books or reading material if they like
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Code of conduct: đ
Please arrive on time.
There are no requirements or expectations of any kind. Speaking is encouraged but not compulsory.
All issues are legitimate and deserve attention. Everyone is entitled to share their experience, including yourself.
Speak honestly and respectfully. Try not to downplay or invalid other people's feelings, or your own. Pay attention to physical and emotional boundaries.
Avoid raising your voice, interrupting or talking over anyone else. Be aware of how much youâre participating so everyone gets a chance to speak.
Refrain from giving unsolicited advice; what works for you may not for others.
Respect privacy during this dialogue and beyond. What is said during the Meetup is not meant to be repeated outside.
Notify the facilitator if you feel distressed or upset, or if you find someone's behavior inappropriate. Feel free to step out if you need to.
Last but not least, have respect for everyoneâs religious / cultural / nationality / race / gender / sexual / diverse backgrounds. âď¸
Real Long Term Friendship
Nice! You are looking for real long time friendship! You might have already lived in Berlin or other big cities and experienced the "Anonymous" culture for a while. Meeting random people over and over and never see the same person again! In order to find "Real Long Term Friendship" in Berlin, do as follows:
* You should not care how many people are joining this meetup.
You RVSP. Even if only one person is joining. Because if everyone are waiting for everyone else to RVSP, nobody joins and nobody finds a new friend.
* You do not care how many people of the opposite sex are joining.
You are looking for friends. Finding the best romantic partner in the world, while avoiding not very attractive others, can be your other goal, for another time. Here we are looking for Friends. Real ones.
* You are going to risk a very precious property of yours: Your time!
Yes, there are thousands of opportunities in Berlin, there might be a rock concert for free, a birthday party you might miss, an important person might call you and invite you spontaneously, but you never find new friends until you decide to risk your time and meet people anyway. "I will check my calendar and get back to you" also does not work. Commit your time and spend it. Trust me, you won't go bankrupt ;-)
* You are ready to use your phone as a real phone!
You might have been using your phone as a tablet to visit Instagram and Facebook and watch movies. But if you want to find friends, you must know that people might take your phone number and give you theirs. That means they will Call you! And you have to pick up the phone and answer it. If you want to find new friends, you must be ready to do something really hard for the first time after years: Call people first, and if they called you: Answer your phone!
* You are going to meet some people twice!
That's the point of friendship. We already can experience random encounters with random people in random places one at a time. But that is not called friendship. If you want friends, you must be ready to meet the same person more than once.
If you agree with above, RVSP and COME! You will meet other people who think the same way.
P.S: Now that you've read all the way down to here, I suggest you [watch this animation](https://player.vimeo.com/video/547249272?h=22f3dd0f6f).
Sunday Silent Reading @ 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 CafĂŠ (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 - 12:30 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.
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Vision Loss Support Group: Discussion of Ohio Theatre Tour
You can also join the meeting by Conference Call at (518) 263-8851.
Drunken Philosophy: Whatâs up with all the AI hate?
**Welcome to Drunken Philosophy** a casual, curious social discussion
**Optional topic for this meetup: What's up with all the AI hate?**
A recent survey found that 74% of Americans have a negative view of AI, and I want to know why. Come out and debate whether AI is good or bad.
My hot take: a labor-saving tool that could potentially help cure cancer gets called dangerous because it might raise unemployment or cause a speculative investment bubble, that tells you a lot more about capitalism and the economic system we live under than it does about the tool itself. As a computer programmer, I think AI is a wonderful tool that has increased my productivity by at least an order of magnitude. I'd go so far as to say Claude Code is the best tool I have ever used. Debate me and name a better one.
Is AI potentially dangerous? Yes, but so are a lot of tools. Chainsaws. Steam engines (early ones would occasionally explode and kill everyone in the room). Do you think cavemen sat around debating whether fire could be used as a weapon or for self-harm, and decided not to discover it?
I have two friends who hate AI for opposite reasons: one thinks it's a fad and not useful, and the other thinks it's going to take over everything and cause human extinction.
Come out tonight, have a friendly debate, and make some friends.
No lectures. Friendly crowd. Drop in for one drink and stay if it's fun.
Free in Person Meeting - Get Over Losses and Betrayls
Do you want more motivation and confidence to build Lasting Relationships?
This is a free, in-person meeting on the subject of betrayals, losses and how to get over them so you can build lasting relationships.
Are you burdened by a stressful relationship? Unhealthy relationships can trigger feelings of anger, despair or self-doubt. They can create dwindling spirals of fights and seeking to make-up, or trying to âpin the blameâ on someone or something. If you donât find the RIGHT reasons, or select the correct sources of the problem, the problem can just get worse and worse.
Whether in love or personal ties, with friends or at work, our life really IS affected by the quality of our relationships. Good ones can promote pleasure and survival, while less optimum ones can lead to annoyance, anger, self-doubt, stress, or even affect our health and ability to survive well.
Whether you are suffering from a divorce, or a painful break-up, donât know who to trust (or who to CHOOSE) as a partner, friend, boss or employee - the anxiety of relationship troubles can really make a mess of things. Maybe youâve suffered a betrayal, or are dealing with hostility or criticalness or invalidation. Dwindling relationships can involve destructive behavior, where we hurt those we love, or start succumbing to self-destructive thoughts, attitudes or behaviors that spiral out of control and affect much more than our immediate relationship.
Past losses in love or life can affect how we act or react to new people and situations and hold us back from even starting to create new, possibly great relationships! How can one get back onto a saner course of action?
Come to our Meetup, where we can introduce you to some of the knowledge, tools and techniques of the breakthroughs in the field of the mind that we can apply to this ever important area of life: human relationships!
Break free from self imposed limitations
Here we will discuss:
⢠How to âeraseâ the trauma of past hurts and betrayals so that one isnât always repeating past mistakes.
⢠Why and how do the negative emotions of others affect you?
⢠Why is my partner withdrawing and what can I do about it?
⢠Why do we sometimes feel compelled to hurt the ones we love?
⢠Fights & arguments - what's really behind them?
⢠What underlies âcorrosive criticismâ or the need to invalidate self or others?
⢠How one can stably change oneâs outlook on life so they can affect positive change?
⢠Where do compulsive destructive behaviors come from and what can be done about them?
⢠How to form closer bonds & keep growing the relationships with the people you care about?
⢠How to enhance oneâs own ability to survive and create positive healthy relationships whether in love, family & friendships or in work, business or oneâs career?
Relationships can be hard and life itself IS challenging. Why not arm yourself with the knowledge and breakthroughs that have been made about the mind, mental reactions & interpersonal relationships, so that one has better awareness and control over themselves and life in general.
Learn where painful experiences are âstoredâ and how they can unknowingly affect us. You will also find out how one can âeraseâ those past painful experiences so that one is free to move forward without being tripped up by the past. Learn too, about what can lead some people to become âtoxicâ personalities and how to identify those traits in others so you wonât be tripped up trusting the wrong person.
Our free Meet-ups occur in a safe environment where one can learn, without fear of judgment or criticism, and without the recommendation of harmful mental techniques or therapies, just how YOU can get yourself onto a happier & more successful path: in love & in life.
Be sure to click on the red "Attend" button below to come to this local event. We look forward to seeing you there.
This class is held at the Dianetics and Scientology Life Improvement Center.
Feel Good Friday: POWER BALLAD at the Gateway Film Center + SHAKE NO. 8!
Join us as we get together to see Paul Rudd in the latest comedy-drama-musical from John Carney, POWER BALLAD! The film follows a washed-up wedding singer, a fading boy band singer and a stolen hit song. Hereâs a description, trailer and plan for this event:
DESCRIPTION: Rick, a washed-up wedding singer, and Danny, a fading boy band star, bond over music and a late-night jam session. When Danny turns Rick's song into a hit, Rick sets out to reclaim the recognition he believes he deserves. Power Ballad is written/directed by John Carney, the master of the modern musical and creative mind behind Once, Begin Again and Sing Street! It stars Paul Rudd, Nick Jonas, Peter McDonald, Marcella Plunkett, Havana Rose Liu and Jack Reynor.
BUZZ & ACCLAIM: The film premiered to rave reviews at this yearâs Dublin International Film Festival where critics call it âa sure-fired crowd-pleaserâ that âjust might be the feel-good hit of the year!â Others say, âPaul Rudd delivers a career-best performance in this charmerâ thatâs both âhilarious and deeply moving!â
SUMMER OF ICE CREAM, VOL 2: SHAKE NO. 8! Ranked the #1 Ice Cream Shop in Columbus in 2024, this is the perfect place to kick off our Summer of Ice Cream and grab a sweet treat after the show! Their menu features an array of traditional, specialty and vegan shakes, hot cocoa, and more! You can check out their full menu here: [https://www.shakeno8.com/menu.php](https://www.shakeno8.com/menu.php)
PLAN: Weâll plan for a 7pm-ish showing and will meet in the lobby area about 20 minutes before the show. Once showtime is announced, advance ticket purchase is advised! Once you have yours, please list your seat number in the Comments section of this event. We'll head to nearby Shake No. 8 immediately following the show!
Should be a fun one, Dan
Free In-Person Events: How to Let Go of the Past and Move Forward
The emotional pain from past bad experiences easily lingers in the present, making it hard to enjoy life and create your future. Even when you think you've moved on, the negative emotions can be triggered, sending you back into the pain of that experience.
And we are talking about pain; emotions such as grief, depression, anxiety, fear (or terror), boiling anger, simmering resentment, feelings of shame, blaming and regret can leave you incapacitated to a greater or lesser degree.
In this local event we will be discussing the reasons why these past bad experiences have the power to affect you long after they occurred. We'll go over why the emotional pain can be so strong. We'll also discuss some simple solutions to overcome your emotional pain and be free to fully enjoy your life again.
Examples of painful experiences include:
* A broken relationship or divorce.
* Death or loss of a loved one.
* Death of a pet.
* A sudden shock or bad news.
* A betrayal.
* Being part of an abusive relationship.
* A bad injustice.
* Loss of a job, position or business.
* A grave illness or injury.
The negative emotions from these experiences don't just go away on their own. But the good news is there is a way to clear them out of your way.
Be sure to click on the red "Attend" button below to come to this local event. We look forward to seeing you there.
This group is sponsored the Dianetics & Scientology Self-Improvement Center.























