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Ostara Pagan Celebration
We turn the Wheel of the Year to mark the arrival of spring and honour the Pagan festival of Ostara with music, meditation and ritual.
**Donations**
Can be made as cash or contactless donations during the closing music. You can also donate to the Chapel[ online](https://www.justgiving.com/rosslynhillchapel). Our collections in March, with the exception of online donations, will be shared with the Good Cause of the Month. March's good cause of the month is https://www.toilettwinning.org
*Image by Alexander Grey on [Unsplash](https://unsplash.com/photos/person-holding-red-yellow-and-blue-egg-lx5oFIGYJc4)*
Chinese Calligraphy - Meditation in Ink
Chinese calligraphy is not just beautiful writing - it is one of the oldest living art forms in Chinese culture, shaped by centuries of scholarship, philosophy, and aesthetics. In this guided 1-hour class at Amitabha Garden, you will learn traditional brush technique step by step, while also understanding the cultural roots behind what you are practising.
You do not need to read or write Chinese. This class is beginner-friendly, calm, and genuinely hands-on.
## Why Chinese calligraphy matters in Chinese culture
For thousands of years, calligraphy has been a cornerstone of Chinese culture, alongside poetry and painting. Each stroke is a balance of structure and flow, where posture, breath, and intention shape the result.
This class is designed to help you feel that tradition through practice, not just hear about it.
## What you will learn (guided, step by step)
* How to hold and control the brush comfortably
* Foundational strokes and the rhythm behind them
* Ink control: pressure, speed, and line weight
* Simple composition so your writing looks balanced and intentional
* A short guided practice you can repeat at home
## What is included
* All materials provided during the session
* Complimentary Chinese tea of the season
* A calligraphy starter set to take home, so you can keep practising after the class
## Who this class is for
* You want a cultural experience in London that feels authentic and grounded
* You are curious about Chinese culture and want a hands-on entry point
* You want a calm, screen-free activity in Greenwich
* You enjoy learning a skill with depth and tradition behind it
## FAQ
Do I need to speak or read Chinese?
No. This is not a language lesson. You will be guided through technique and structure in a beginner-friendly way.
Is it more “art” or “language”?
Art and culture first. You will practise characters as forms, with context for what you are doing.
What should I wear or bring?
Nothing special. We provide everything. Sleeves that roll up easily are helpful.
Can I book for a larger group?
Yes, please enquire via the contact details on our website.
Free Meditation & Yoga Classes in Putney on Sunday @ 1:30pm
Hello there! - We'd like to welcome you to Free meetings hosted by Deera & team which take place at:
Putney Library, 5-7 Disraeli Rd, Putney, SW15 2DR
on Every 2nd Sunday 1.30pm until 3.00pm
So Sunday March 8th & 22nd 2026
and in April - April 12th & 26th 2026
No need to Book - just pop along - More info: 07391 838 268
With Sahaja Yoga Meditation we normally sit on chairs to achieve yoga, effortlessly & spontaneously. So there is no need for mats and no special clothing required.
All across the globe, many are seeking new sources of energy. Meanwhile, the most transformative energy of all is hiding in plain sight, within us. It's natural, sustainable, and infinitely renewable.
It's called inner kundalini energy. And everyone already has it — everyone!. It is often likened to an inner feminine or motherly energy which automatically knows about us and what is needed to help us restore balance and harmony within our subtle being. It works spontaneously, effortlessly, organically and cannot be paid for.
Sahaja Yoga Meditation is a simple time-honoured technique that lets you tap into that energy and harness its power to become better balanced and better connected to yourself — emotionally, physically, mentally and spiritually.
If you're having trouble juggling the challenges in your life, Sahaja Yoga Meditation might well help you manage stress, master your emotions and find solutions to your problems. You may enjoy better health, better focus, and a deeper understanding of the universe and your place in it.
Meditation is not just for mystics and monks.
Sahaja Yoga meditation is for everyone. Anyone can do it. It's that easy. But with the Sahaja Yoga experience, you'll quickly realise, it isn't your typical Meditations 'R Us type class. It's much more than just feeling peaceful and relaxed. Sahaja Yoga Meditation has many layers, varied and deep. Explore at your own pace, in your own way. Our volunteer experts are always available to help.
Ready to plug into your inner energy? A Sahaja Yoga Meditation class is a great way to start. A few minutes of your life may be all it takes to connect to your inner energy and light the path to lifelong transformation. Sahaja Yoga is more than a temporary solution or quick relief — it is a journey, rather than a destination. It's all about energy — guaranteed pure and carbon neutral. You can never have too much of it.
The best part? All classes are free. No strings, no catch.
Everyone is welcome. Bring a friend, bring your self — all are welcome.
We have a web site here in London too which you can visit for more info about weekly meetings: www.sahajayogalondon.co.uk (http://www.sahajayogalondon.co.uk/)
Join us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/London.Free.Meditation)
Charisma Talks - The Art of Playful Conversations
\*\*FREE TICKETS AVAILABLE FOR OUR FIRST EVER MEETUP EVENT\*\*\*
Ever get stuck in conversations that feel flat, predictable, or just… boring?
This event is your chance to break free from autopilot and discover how playful conversations can spark connection, playfulness, and lasting impact.
Hosted by **Your Charisma Coach**, this interactive evening is all about building spontaneity, learning the art of risk-taking, and finding the confidence to keep conversations flowing with ease.
Discover practical insights that spark better conversations, learn through fun and focused exercises, and wrap up the evening with new friends and a relaxed social to keep the connection going.
**🕔 Evenings Agenda:**
17:00 - 18:30 Talk and Games
18:30 - 19:30 Socialise and connect in the bar
🔑 **What You’ll Learn:**
* **How to turn dull chats into playful sparks** that actually go somewhere
* **The art of spontaneity** (no improv class required)
* **Staying cool when the convo stalls** so you never feel awkward or stuck
* **Simple tricks to stay flexible and quick on your feet** in any exchange
**🌍 More From Us**
This event is part of our Bi-weekly **Your Charisma Coach** series in London. Each week, we explore a different pillar of charisma — from storytelling to confidence to presence.
Join our growing community and keep building your charisma skills
* Follow us on instagram 👉🏼 [Come join our community](https://www.instagram.com/yourcharismacoach/?hl=en)
* Follow us on YouTube 👉🏼 [Learn charismatic tricks and hacks](https://www.youtube.com/@YourCharismaCoach)
**📩 Questions or Contact**
Got a question about the event or future sessions?
* Email: john.w@yourcharismacoach.com
* Website: yourcharismacoach.com
SoulFest | Mantra Meditation & Dance
**The spiritual party everyone is talking about, with loud sacred mantra music, wild dancing and a mouth-watering VEGAN/VEGGIE FEAST 🌱**
Enjoy mantra music, a vibrant social scene and the best vegan cuisine from around the globe. Connect with like-minded people and jam to groovy mantra music that stirs the heart.
The evening begins with some mantra music meditation, also known as kirtan, at 5PM, Followed by a talk on yoga **wisdom** and spirituality.
Then we move into another kirtan. As the kirtan increases in intensity, we will open the **dance floor**. From rocking beats to vegan treats! It's time to indulge in a luxurious **all you can eat** VEGAN/VEGGIE feast.
**Ticket Price** 🎟 (includes Dinner):
Door price: General £17 \| *Student £14*
Online \(Eventbrite\): General £14 \| *Student £10*
**Where** 📍: 57 Theobalds Road, Holborn, WC1X 8SP
**When** 📆: Every Sunday at 5pm (Doors open at 4.45pm)
[Book online](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/studio-108-34126014551) or pay at the door🚪
[@studio108_ldn](https://www.instagram.com/studio108_ldn/) to stay up to date and find out more.
Assertiveness, Setting Boundaries & Resolving Conflicts In Social Situation
🔵 THE FIRST 10 TICKETS ARE £4.50 ONLY
🔴 REMAINING TICKETS ONLINE ARE £9.50 ONLY
🟢 TICKETS AT THE DOOR ARE £15.0
CIick The Link Below To Buy Tickets - [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1978232676187](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1978232676187)
In this workshop Ryan explains how to reduce hostility in social situations, then how to set boundaries & defend yourself if necessary while minimising the chances of overreacting or that there is a misunderstanding. Including brain training exercises you can practice to be sharper in this area.
🔵 - How to defend yourself if trying to keep things peaceful isn’t working
🟣 - How to set boundaries in a healthy way
🟠 - Being reasonable so that you’re neither having your boundaries broken but also not overreacting potentially ending up becoming the hostile person
🟢 - How to deal with bullying
🔵 - How to manage emotions related to this area
⚫ - Brain training exercises designed to increase sharpness at this area of social skills
Ryan has been coaching people social skills full time for over 10 years. As a quiet & shy person he wanted to work on his own social skills & after making huge improvements plus understanding how social situations work & how to improve he developed a process to help others for every area of social skills. He has helped thousands of people over the years to improve & now has a huge following including over 180000 followers on TikTok. More info on Ryan & Social Shortcuts can be found on the website [www.socialshortcuts.com](https://www.socialshortcuts.com)
After workshops we spend time hanging out together, a great opportunity to practice the workshop content & make new friends. Plus Ryan is happy to answer any questions you want to ask one to one.
🟢Workshop happening after this:
**1\. How To Manage Emotions Workshop**
Sun, March 29, 2026, 5:45 PM - in **LONDON**
**[Click to get a ticket -](https://eventbrite.com/e/1978232682205)** [eventbrite.com/e/1978232682205](https://eventbrite.com/e/1978232682205)
In this workshop Ryan explains how emotions function, how to best manage your emotions to be in a more positive state without suppressing or hiding them including brain training exercises you can practice to increase sharpness in this area. Ryan also explains why managing emotions is the most important part of social skills & how it fits in.
🟡 - How emotions function
🟤 - How managing emotions is related to social skills
⚪ - How to decrease bad emotions
🔴 - How to increase good emotions
🟢 - What different emotions are there
🔴- How to change your perspective on any situation
🟣 - Brain training exercises designed to increase sharpness at this area of social skills
🟡 - A challenge at the end to bring everything from the workshop together
In person workshops are at 40 Store St. - Store Street Espresso: London.
For any questions feel free to contact Ryan or Gabriel. Please don't contact the other group organisers as they are not involved in running the event & won't be able to provide much help:
✉ Ryan: info@socialshortcuts.com
✉ Gabriel: gabrielsocialshortcuts@gmail.com
**OTHER EVENTS LINED UP**
🟡 Developing Humor And Quick Thinking In Social Situations
🟢 Persuasion Workshop
🟤 How To Manage Emotions Workshop
5 minute documentary on our workshops - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9rlbCYdeaws
We have a score of 4.9 out 5 on Trustpilot - https://uk.trustpilot.com/review/socialshortcuts.com
Our WhatsApp chat where we discuss social skill, give updates about our events & you can ask questions - https://chat.whatsapp.com/FuT9gAwf9oMKACjbWFLmxk
For one to one coaching on social skills and also our free trial session - [
http://www.socialshortcuts.com
We have over 180000 followers on TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@socialshortcuts.com
Our video courses - [https://social-shortcuts.teachable.com/p/conversation-course
DISCLAIMER
This workshop is intended for educational and or entertainment purposes only. It is not intended to diagnose, treat or cure any medical condition.
**Follow us on the sites below also**:
http://www.socialshortcuts.com
http://www.youtube.com/c/socialshortcuts
http://www.facebook.com/socialshortcutsofficial
http://www.Instagram.com/socialshortcuts
🟣 Ken Robinson
🟢 Up to a point you welcome being interrupted because it is only by interacting with others you get anything interesting done
Meditations by Marcus Aurelius - Book 4: Part 1
* **read event description before signing up**
* **register on Meetup to attend**
* **update RSVP if plans change**
* **arrive at 2.50pm**
* **read the Book before session**
* **review the Questions**
[Book 4 - Part 1 - verses 1-24](https://en.wikisource.org/wiki/The_Thoughts_of_the_Emperor_Marcus_Aurelius_Antoninus/Book_IV)
*Reading Time - 11 minutes*
*Knowledge of prior Books is not required*
[Gregory Hays translation used in session](https://www.amazon.co.uk/Meditations-Translation-Modern-Library-Classics/dp/0812968255/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1DYZJGWO42PUG&keywords=meditations+gregory+hays&qid=1656706450&s=books&sprefix=Meditations+Gregory%2Cstripbooks%2C91&sr=1-1)
Meditations is one of the greatest works of spiritual and ethical reflection ever written. With a profound understanding of human behaviour, Marcus provides insights, wisdom, and practical guidance on everything from living in the world to coping with adversity to interacting with others.
Explore this timeless collection that has been consulted and admired by leaders, readers and thinkers throughout the centuries.
**Questions we'll explore**
1\. And among the things you turn to\, these two:
i. That things have no hold on the soul. They stand there unmoving, outside it. Disturbance comes only from within—from our own perceptions.
ii. That everything you see will soon alter and cease to exist. Think of how many changes you’ve already seen.
“The world is nothing but change. Our life is only perception.” (3)
*What do you make of this?*
2\. That sort of person is bound to do that\. You might as well resent a fig tree for secreting juice\. \(Anyway\, before very long you’ll both be dead— dead and soon forgotten\.\) \(6\)
*How do you feel about this?*
3\. Two kinds of readiness are constantly needed:
(i) to do only what the logos of authority and law directs, with the good of human beings in mind;
(ii) to reconsider your position, when someone can set you straight or convert you to his. But your conversion should always rest on a conviction that it’s right, or benefits others—nothing else. Not because it’s more appealing or more popular (12)
*What are the implications?*
4\. Not to be driven this way and that\, but always to behave with justice and see things as they are\. \(22\)
*How would you go about this?*
5\. If you seek tranquillity\, do less\. \(24\)
*Do you agree or disagree?*
**To fund the costs of** [room hire](https://bunhillquakers.org.uk/files/2025_bunhill_booking_info_trifold.pdf) **and** [Meetup subscription](https://www.meetup.com/blog/new-organizer-pricing-key-improvements/) **£15 is payable**
To minimise admin there are no refunds/credits unless the meeting is cancelled. Refunds exclude Meetup/PayPal fees.
**If you sign up and can no longer attend, please Edit RSVP asap to "Not going" so someone else can take your spot.**
There is no waiting list if the event is full. Please check this Meetup page on the day of the event, as a spot may become available if there is a late cancellation.
**If you sign up, and do not Edit RSVP to "Not going", and are a no show, you will be removed from the Group and can rejoin after 3 months.**
Hinduism Events This Week
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Being in Intimacy and the Unknown
Early pricing ends midnight Saturday 15th March.
**Transformational Connection and Circling Day**
When we slow down and bring our attention to the present moment and try to stay curious about what’s actually happening, so much begins to reveal itself. Things that usually go unnoticed come into awareness - whether that’s sensation, impulse, feeling, thought, image, or desire.
In a recent circle, a participant described the practice as “intimate”, and that feels true for me also. It invites moving closer to and revealing one’s inner world - first to ourselves and then to others if we choose to. Circling is a practice I know well, through many years of practising and leading groups, as well as through my one-to-one NARM work with clients which underpins my practice. I want to support people coming together to practice Circling, being with ourselves and others in what’s actually happening, meeting ourselves and each other where we already are and building capacity to be with and respond to whatever happens next, the unknown…
Continuing to be inspired by being in intimacy and the unknown I'm offering a full day, giving space for more trust and depth to unfold between us, and I’d love for you to join.
**Sunday 22nd March. (£75 till midnight on 15th March) £95. This covers venue fees, insurance, ticketing fees, supervision, training and my time. Booking through eventbrite:** https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/being-in-intimacy-and-the-unknown-tickets-1981371188562
**If you have any questions please message me here or email:**
**robyncontact365@gmail.com**
There is a beauty and power in the practice of circling and it is not for everyone. The practice may touch on some uncomfortable places, states, sensations or emotions. Circling invites a level of self responsibility and a willingness to set appropriate boundaries. Rather than a safe space think brave space, where we inquire and explore connection together.
More about Circling and Terms of Service:
Circling is a practice that involves looking at and being intimate with the structures of one’s personal reality, which includes how we make sense of experience, individually and collectively. We find these practices to consistently deliver deeply meaningful experiences, and believe a few clarifications now will likely make this more accessible to you.
Because Circling is unique, carrying over assumptions from other practices can lead to misunderstandings about who we are, what we do, and how you are invited to engage. It is our intention to make it as clear as we can what Circling is and isn’t.
Responsibility
We see you as a free agent capable of honest self-assessment and responsible choice
This is an invitation to take responsibility for:
\- yourself and your experience
\- choices you’re making about what you’re accepting as true and significant
\- how you’re participating in and helping to sustain your situation
\- the beliefs and choices you’re bringing to the situation \(wittingly or unwittingly\) that are informing your experience\.
We refer generally to the willingness to take responsibility in these terms as “owning your experience.”
Not Psychotherapy
Circling as we practice it leads to transformational growth, but we do this through surrender, self-leadership, and interconnection rather than aiming for healing outcomes directly (like many modalities do). While honouring a wide variety of wisdom and psychological discernments from many schools of thought, we do not follow a therapeutic model of diagnosis and treatment. Our method is educational. Our emphasis is connection.
We are guides in a journey of presence, connection, and aliveness. We do not prescribe choices or actions. We do not see you as being in a therapeutic relationship with me. We work in the present moment, assuming wholeness that can include greater wholeness, exploring connection, staying mindful to notice the cost of reality choices and labels that too easily lead to misunderstanding or pathologizing. We bring a fresh set of eyes to what is happening, with the aim of understanding how updating our beliefs about what is happening can update our reality.
Circling is a practice of connection and meditation
\- Focus on the present moment\.
\- Maintain a non\-goal orientation that is encapsulated in the principle of “being with the other in their world\."
Is this Right for You?
Our workshops can be intense. People encounter places, states, emotions, beliefs, and sensations in themselves and others that are sometimes unfamiliar. We explore the unknown, the volatile, the ambiguous, as well as welcome emotions many deem as “negative” or “inappropriate” such as feelings of inadequacy, anger, sexuality, and joy. We refer to the willingness to feel difficult and uncomfortable truths as the “commitment to connection,” which of course includes a willingness to set appropriate boundaries, and speak a desire for space, distance, and non-contact. By attending our events you take responsibility for choosing to leave the practice or participate in any given moment—which might include getting intimate with these kinds of experiences.
We will often explore multiple sides of seeming opposites at once, such as independence and interdependence, chaos and order, agreement and disagreement. We believe this can reveal an underlying unity of the immediacy of experience.
If the above description of our workshops sounds potentially overwhelming or destabilizing for you, if you have mental illness or significant emotional challenges that you feel may be exacerbated by this type of transformational environment, or if you are not sure that you can be self-directed in taking care of your needs during the event, then we advise you not to enrol.
By registering you acknowledge that you have read and agree to abide by these Terms of Service.
Systemic & Family Constellations IN-PERSON Full-Day Workshop with Illi Adato
**You are invited to join a deep healing group process that extends beyond us as individuals into the wider 'field' of historical/ancestral influences, where our family's past traumas are seen, acknowledged, and attended to, so that they do not limit our well-being today.**
In these **short videos, our facilitator Illi Adato** explains the key aspects of the Systemic and Family Constellation approach to therapy and healing:
[https://www.facebook.com/LondonFamilyConstellations/videos](https://www.facebook.com/LondonFamilyConstellations/videos)
We shall meet at The Kailash Centre in St. Johns Wood, London NW8 for this month's group session, **open to all**.
Issue Holder and Representative spaces are available:
**For Representative (Participant) Booking £45:**
**[https://calendly.com/illiadato/in-person-constellations-representative](https://calendly.com/illiadato/in-person-constellations-representative)**[ ](https://calendly.com/illiadato/in-person-constellations-representative)
**For Issue Holder (Client) Booking £175:**
If you wish to attend as an Issue Holder at this workshop and have your own Constellation done please email your request to: [ih@londonconstellations.uk](ih@londonconstellations.uk)
**Please Note:** There are limited issue holder spaces available, please book early to avoid disappointment and wait for a confirmation email of your booking.
This workshop provides a perfect opportunity to experience the deep and insightful Systemic Constellations process. A unique and powerful therapeutic method for self-exploration, understanding core behaviors, removing blocks, and reintroducing movement and growth. It is used as a major resource in working through trauma and it can assist in depression treatment.
To read comments from participants in previous workshops click this link [https://bit.ly/33Asprs](https://bit.ly/33Asprs)
**WHAT ARE SYSTEMIC CONSTELLATIONS?**
The Systemic Constellations method is a unique therapeutic process of exploration of the forces that move us in life. Such forces often appear as difficulties or a sense of being 'stuck' in life, affecting our behavior, relationships, career, health/wellbeing, or even financial circumstances. This method provides a three-dimensional ‘map’ of one’s life as it is at present. It is a simple yet powerful way to explore entanglements and blockages in our personal life and in our family history. The method brings awareness and clarity into personal challenges by focusing the client on the root cause of such difficulties. Constellations provide an opening for a positive life shift and present ways for deep healing processes to occur.
**WHAT HAPPENS IN A CONSTELLATION SESSION?**
In Constellations work the ‘client’ is referred to as the ‘Issue Holder’.
The method uses workshop participants as ‘Representatives’ to stand in for key people in the client’s life such as family members, colleagues, partners, ex-partners etc., sometimes ‘abstract’ concepts such as an emotion, country of origin, religion, or destiny are also represented. All participants are invited to take part as Representatives. Workshop participants often report (see reviews: [https://bit.ly/33Asprs](https://bit.ly/33Asprs)) experiencing profound insights into their own lives by simply witnessing the process, regardless of how they choose to take part.
**WHY DOES THIS WORK?**
Scientific research shows that the experiences of your ancestors can determine your behavior today and affect future generations.\*\* Recent scientific research into DNA reveals that a component named epigenetics is embedding the effect of a traumatic experience by altering the genetic structure. It means that some of our behavior patterns can be attributed to traumatic events in your family history. This notion has always been one of the guiding principles of Systemic / Constellations Therapy, a form of work that is dedicated to exposing and dealing with issues emerging from our family system.
Our group provides a **safe space** where deep personal work is done and where maintaining confidentiality and respect for each other's privacy is paramount.
**\*\* DNA research paper and news article links:**
Discover - Grandma's Experiences Leave a Mark on Your Genes [https://bit.ly/3dLwEkK](https://bit.ly/3dLwEkK)
BBC News - "Memories" pass between generations [http://bbc.in/1dNShPe](http://bbc.in/1dNShPe)
**Facilitated by Illi Adato** MA Lon\. Inst\. SQHP\. Crt\(HYP\)\. Crt\(COACH\)\. C\-h\-a\-n\-g\-e\.co\.uk \- Systemic\, Organisational & Family Constellations member of ISCA \| Hypnotherapy Senior Member GHR \(UK\) & IHF \(USA\) \| Tune\-In Counselling \| Advanced NLP Therapeutic Specialist™ \|
Looking forward to another moving encounter!
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💬**Personal one-to-one counseling** can be combined with group work.
**Book here: [https://calendly.com/illiadato/1st-personal-session](https://calendly.com/illiadato/1st-personal-session)**
**VIDEO COURSES**
📌 Watch anytime \| 📩 Instant access after payment
Find all the videos here:
https://www.meetup.com/london-family-constellations/events/
**Becoming a Bridge - Working with Death As a Key Resource In Constellations** £19
Explore the transformative power of death in Systemic Constellations with Illi Adato in this recorded 1.5-hour video course. Designed for facilitators, practitioners, and those drawn to deep experiential learning, this session offers practical insights into holding space for loss and transition.
**Constellations, Systemic Principles & How They Affect Us - Video Crash Course** £6
Explore the hidden forces shaping your life with this **recorded mini-course** by Illi Adato. Learn the **Orders of Love**, uncover deep-rooted patterns, and experience a guided **HypnoConstellations™** process for personal healing.
Have questions? Reach out: office@londonconstellations.uk
Sultana’s Dream & Padmarag—Bangladesh
Namaskar,
One of the first science-fiction utopian stories and one of the first feminist utopias by celebrated pioneering feminist, educator, activist, and Bengali writer Rokeya Hossain.
As a pioneering work of science fiction and feminist utopian literature at the turn of the century, *Sultana's Dream* is strikingly advanced in its critique of patriarchy, war, industrialization, and the exploitation of the natural world, speaking to the concerns of our contemporary world as much as its own. At a time when British colonialism was using the treatment of women in India as justification for colonial intervention there, Hossain's story, in imagining a world in which men rather than women are kept inside, positions her protest against Islamic patriarchy within a larger feminist vision that takes on Western as well as Islamic forms of gender hierarchy. Her novella *Padmarag* is similarly utopian in its depiction of a women-run school and welfare center, and is both feminist and anti-colonial in its outlook. In both these works, Hossain seizes the critique of gender roles in India away from Western commentators and turns it against British interference, while also enlarging the critique to take on the problem of gender more broadly.
We‘ll continue with our 2026 reading list:
4-*The Opium War: Drugs, Dreams and the Making of China* by Julia Lovell
5-*Rickshaw Boy* by Lao She—China
6-*The* *Motorcycle Diaries* by Che Guevara
7-*One Hundred Years of Solitude* by Gabriel García Márquez—Colombia
8-*How Europe Underdeveloped Africa* by Walter Rodney
9-*Heart of Darkness* by Polish author Joseph Conrad—Congo
10-*The Wretched of the Earth* by Frantz Fanon
11-*Homegoing* by Yaa Gyasi—Ghana
12-*Why Nations Fail: The Origins of Power, Prosperity, and Poverty* by Daron Acemoglu and James A. Robinson
Enjoy Bangladesh!
Are you interested in reading fiction and non-fiction in French and Spanish, and Persian literature? Join me on:
[-www.meetup.com/gaia-libros](http://-www.meetup.com/gaia-libros)
[-www.meetup.com/gaia-livres](http://-www.meetup.com/gaia-livres)
-[www.meetup.com/persian-culture](www.meetup.com/persian-culture)
-Instagram: @persian_culture_
Sunday Afternoon Tea and a Film
SCIENTOLOGY **TOOLS** **FOR LIFE**
What if you had simple tools which you could use to improve your relationship with others?
What if a step-by-step procedure could help you achieve your goals in life?
What if you could learn the secret to mastering any subject you
wanted to master?
Come and find out!
CHAKRADANCE - "New Moon" CELEBRATION **SOLD OUT**
I invite you to dive into the Transformative World of Chakradance with a Celebration Workshop
CHAKRADANCE - "New Moon" CELEBRATION
Through this CELEBRATION we will be journeying through and experiencing the dance of ALL 7 MAJOR CHAKRAS in one extended, 3 HOUR CELEBRATORY WORKSHOP, during the New Moon in Pisces energies
Embark on a journey of Self-Discovery, Holistic Healing, and Spiritual Growth through a unique blend of dance and meditation practices. Join us for an uplifting experience that combines movement, music, and meditation to awaken your Inner Potential and promote Wellness
Explore the power of Conscious Movement and Self-Empowerment as you release stress, balance your chakras, and embrace a healthier, more fulfilling life. This workshop is designed for anyone seeking to connect with their Spiritual Essence, improve their overall Well-Being, and experience a deep sense of Inner Peace
It is a Joyous Dance Journey through your own SACRED ENERGY CENTRES, every part of you. Allowing you to go into an inner journey of exploration while having fun and letting go
THIS ISN'T REALLY A CLASS, IT'S A SPIRITUAL DANCE PARTY!
Allow for transformation in your life, using this workshop as a medium or support to create opportunity to grow, shift and evolve, as well as move beyond any old ways or fragmented energy you have been carrying and harboring within you, that no longer serve you
Experience the healing power of CHAKRADANCE in a small, safe group setting. Chakradance is an eyes-closed process, that provides a sacred and nurturing space where you can surrender to your own experiences, become more in tune with your chakra system and use these dynamic moving meditations to activate your own inner healing
Chakradance classes are held in a darkened room, lit only by candle-light. In this ‘sacred space’ we begin to transition from our outer, everyday life, into our rich inner, imaginative world. It is from here that our deep inner healing is activated
You will be guided into your own experience of each chakra using specific music, guided visualisations, mandala art-making and dynamic moving meditations
Dancing the seven chakras is like dancing into seven different inner landscapes, each with its own lessons, meanings and stories. We explore our Instincts, sensuality, and Power, how we Love and Communicate, our Intuition and our Spirituality
Immerse yourself in the healing energies of Chakradance and discover the magic of Dance Meditation for Personal Transformation. Join us and tap into the Unlimited Possibilities of your True Self
LET'S HAVE FUN, LET GO, EXPLORE AND TRANSFORM!
Arrival will be at 4:15pm for a sharp 4:30pm start
The price for this joyous occasion is £28.00
EARLYBIRD prices £25.00
\* Pillows, blindfolds and art materials are supplied
Bookings come from different media, so the availability is not always true to what is listed in Meetup. So book as soon as you can to avoid disappointment
* It is essential to BOOK IN ADVANCE & CANCEL if you are not attending, as spaces are LIMITED and classes are PREPARED beforehand
It is recommended to do a "CHAKRADANCE - AWAKENING INTRO" class before a "CELEBRATION" class, but a "Celebration" class can be your first class, it is just a much deeper experience. So a feel and understanding of the process prior to the "Celebration" class does assist you to have a more deep and pleasant experience
I invite you to WEAR comfy clothes that you can move freely in, and clothes that will keep you at a good temperature and comfort, including socks, if needed. We do have heating and air-cons, but rather be prepared than not, as energy work can also shift your body temperature. You can also bring a bottle of water and a towel, if needed, but we do have them available
Be ready to unveil what is within you to be activated, awakened or released
I look forward to sharing this magical experience with you...
Rose Petal Sound Bath - Spring Equinox
# Rose Petal Sound Bath - Spring Equinox
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\-\-\-\-\-Experience relaxation like never before\!\-\-\-\-\- Relaxation \| Reduced Stress \| Mental Clarity \| Better Sleep \| \| Improved Concentration
### **Rose Infused Sound Bath - Spring Equinox**
#### Location: Islington
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Start the new season with clarity and a grounded sense of purpose. This journey takes place just as the Spring Equinox occurs, marking the arrival of new light and the astrological new year.
This sound journey is open to all, welcoming everyone who seeks to support, honor, and connect with the collective energy of balance and renewal. We begin the session with guided breathing to clear the mind and connect deeply with your inner intentions.
As you settle into stillness, you will be enveloped by the pure, heart-opening vibrations of Himalayan bowls, gongs, and bells, subtly infused with the essence of Rose, the flower of high frequency, love, and beauty.
Simply lie back, close your eyes, and allow the sacred sound and breath to reset your mind, body, and spirit.
**Benefits of Sound Bath:**
* Reduction of Stress and Anxiety
* Enhancement of Cognitive Function
* Improvement of Sleep Quality
* Pain Relief
* Lowers Blood Pressure
* Boosts the Immune System
* Improves Overall Well-being
The session is held by Tundie, a dedicated Breathwork Teacher, Sound Healer, and Somatic Therapist. Currently an MSc student in Cognitive Neuroscience, Tundie’s approach is deeply informed by the science of the brain and body. She blends her clinical understanding of the nervous system with intuitive healing to create a space where you can release tension, quiet mental noise, and truly reset.
Hinduism Events Near You
Connect with your local Hinduism community
ASH UU Topic: TBD
ASH is Atheists, Skeptics and Humanists of First Unitarian Universalists of Columbus Ohio
TBD
Snacks are usually available, and you are welcome to bringing something to share!
CONNECTED Westerville Mastermind Group
Join the CONNECTED Westerville Mastermind Group for a dynamic afternoon of B2B networking! This event is perfect for professionals looking to expand their business connections, share insights, and foster collaboration within the community. Whether you are a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, this event offers a valuable opportunity to exchange ideas, build relationships, and grow your network in a supportive environment. Connect with like-minded individuals, explore potential partnerships, and discover new opportunities for professional growth. Don't miss out on this chance to enhance your business network and take your career to the next level with CONNECTED Westerville Mastermind Group! We meet the 4th Monday of every month from 11am-1pm. Welcome and general networking from 11am - 11:30am with core meeting 11;30 - 12:30 and a final round of networking from 12:30 - 1pm.
COLUMBUS SPIRITUALITY MEETUP
We are excited to host Guided Meditations on Sundays at 6 pm in our Ashram/Gallery/Home! !! !!
Everyone wants to know what kind of God we worship and what kind of meditation we do. We worship the GOD that LOVES US! We understand that god is an energy and it lives in us as us. Our meditations guide others to actually experience that energy! xoxo We don't just talk about peace, love and affection, we experience it :)
Also we are a home not a business, so we enjoy building community one friend at a time. We always build in time for people to mingle & develop friendships! xoxo Much Love, Frank Tennyson
Namaste, Frank Tennyson
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Columbus Arduino Raspberry Pi Enthusiasts (CARPE) (Check Location)
Kevin Rhodus from Lucy Deep Park Northside is coming to talk to us about his extensive neighborhood Christmas light display that is open in November and December every year north of Dublin.
9 houses over 12 acres and over 120,000 individual controlled lights that sync to music which you can tune into on your radio! Quite impressive!
https://ldplights.com/
We'll dive into the tech that runs the show -- should be a blast to hear about this very elaborate display!
While we continue to pursue a more permanent venue for this Meetup, we’ll be using public library facilities based on availability.
This session will be at the Dublin Library in the Meeting Room 2
Libera Animae - Freeing the Soul
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.
Omnipresent Atheists Weekly Meetup (4th Tues)
Jimmy V's Grill & Pub in Grandview Heights. You are responsible for your own meal/drinks. We usually don't have any agenda other than eat, drink and talk. :) If the weather is nice we will be on the back patio, otherwise we are in the cigar room.
This group has been meeting every Tuesday evening for over a decade. Many attendees do not RSVP on meetup. Please don't let the small number here discourage you. Anyone/everyone is welcome to come. We'd love to have you join us.
COTA bus #5 comes to W. 5th and Wyandotte Rd. And it's a minute walk to the restaurant.






















