Inspirational

Hello dear Challengers, if you wish to join the Limmat swim and strengthen your body, join me to that swim. I will give you a short introduction on the "why" you should do it and then you will tell me if you want to do it. I am a trained lifeguard (SLRG), I did also the Hypothermia Module and I am swimming in the cold since 2015. Take with you all the necessary to swim, flip/flop, safe buoy (something like the orange donut here below, if you have it) and a Thermos. https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/a/a/7/5/600_466843637.jpeg See you there! Massimo ps: Limmat temperature https://www.zh.ch/de/umwelt-tiere/wasser-gewaesser/messdaten/wassertemperaturen.html

Zürich Boardgame Group welcomes everyone to another boardgame event at Cevi. Nothing is required, just come as you are and prepare yourself for an evening of fun! The team speaks both German and English (and Danish). You can see our entire boardgame collection here (takes a moment to load in your browser): https://gameshelf.io/user/cevi Please let us know in advance if you want to play any of these games and we will bring them out for you to play! There will also be a selection of games from our collection to choose from. We look forward to seeing you!

A 1:1 Reiki journey where you receive focused healing, intuitive guidance, and space to reconnect with your inner flow. Discover more about me and my work on: https://thebecomingfield.com/

🔥 Danza Afrolatina: El éxtasis de bailar 🔥 Suelta tensiones, conecta con tu cuerpo y celebra el movimiento en tribu Taller:
✨ Danza Afrolatina ✨
🔥El éxtasis de bailar 🔥 Descripción:
Es un espacio para conectar con nuestro cuerpo, con nuestra energía y la alegría del movimiento a través de ritmos afrolatinos. En este taller exploraremos el poder del baile como una forma de expresión, liberación y conexión con nosotras mismas y con el grupo. No necesitas experiencia previa, sólo ganas de moverte, de jugar, de reír, de fluir con la música, soltando todas las cargas innecesarias del cotidiano y disfrutar del momento. „La danza una medicina poderosa“. Instrucciones ✨ Por favor traer: * Ropa cómoda (preferiblemente shorts, top, camiseta y leggings) * Calcetines, si deseas bailar descalza * Tenis (para interiores o Turnschuhe) * Una toalla * Ropa extra para cambiarte * Mucha agua 💦 🩷 Donativo consciente ✨ Inscripción:
meetup Workshop: en Español und Deutsch ✨ ¡Te esperamos! ✨ Con cariño ❤️‍🔥Graciela

Klang ist Schwingung – und Schwingung ist etwas, das unser Körper nicht nur hören, sondern auch fühlen kann. Während eines Sound Baths breiten sich die Frequenzen von Instrumenten wie Klangschalen, Trommeln und Zimbeln durch die Luft aus und werden sowohl von unseren Ohren als auch vom Körper wahrgenommen. Forschungen deuten darauf hin, dass intensive Klangerfahrungen das parasympathische Nervensystem – unseren „Ruhe- und Regenerationsmodus“ – aktivieren, die Herzfrequenz senken und Gehirnwellen fördern können, die mit Entspannung und Meditation in Verbindung stehen. Da der menschliche Körper zu einem grossen Teil aus Wasser besteht, können Klangschwingungen im ganzen Körper spürbar werden und ein tiefes Gefühl von Ruhe, Präsenz und Verbundenheit schaffen. Nur eine Stunde, um zu entschleunigen, das Nervensystem zu regulieren und von innen heraus zu regenerieren. [Hier ](https://booking.setmore.com/scheduleappointment/9d04c52e-1b82-4124-9705-d2de4b38497a/session/f7c958df-7bd5-44d1-9e66-0b955e671b65)buchen. \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* Sound is vibration—and vibration is something the body can feel, not just hear. During a sound bath, the frequencies produced by instruments such as singing bowls, drums, and chimes travel through the air and are perceived by both the ears and the body. Research suggests that immersive sound experiences can help activate the parasympathetic nervous system (the body's "rest and digest" state), slow the heart rate, and encourage brainwave activity associated with relaxation and meditation. Because the human body is composed largely of water, sound vibrations can be felt throughout the body, creating a deeply embodied experience of rest and presence. Just one hour to slow down, reset the nervous system, and restore from within. Booke [here](https://booking.setmore.com/scheduleappointment/9d04c52e-1b82-4124-9705-d2de4b38497a/session/f7c958df-7bd5-44d1-9e66-0b955e671b65)

Want to become a certified Claude AI Architect? Spend this summer learning skills that employers are actively looking for. AI Architects, AI Agents, MCP, prompt engineering, and agentic systems are becoming some of the fastest-growing areas in tech. Want to be part of it? TechLegion Summer School 2026 was created to help you learn these skills, prepare for an official certification, and connect with a community of professionals doing the same. As a partner in the Claude Partner Network, TechLegion offers members the opportunity to prepare for and earn official Anthropic certifications through our dedicated study cohort. 🤖 Registration for cohort: https://linkly.link/2kCF8 The study cohort is free for TechLegion members. Please note that TechLegion membership is required to join the programme, as participants receive a TechLegion email account and access to member resources under our domain. Learn together. Get certified. Build your AI skills this summer!.

**join my new adults songwriting group** for 1 session every 3-4 weeks Saturdays from 10-14:00 Next class is Jan 20th 2024 **Connect with Ariane: 077 425 0018** **Registration and payment is required 150.-/workshop of 4hours** Classes are in English! Dive into the world of songwriting with our beginner-friendly classes! Tailored for newcomers and more advanced songwriters, our monthly sessions offer a supportive space to ignite your creativity. Classes take place once a month on Saturdays and last for 4 hours. Through various exercises, you'll learn the basics of lyric writing, melody development, and song structure. Draw inspiration from personal experiences and various music genres to cultivate your own style. These courses offer more than just musical skills. You'll become part of a relaxed, mindful process that allows for self-expression and stress relief. Additionally, join a community of like-minded individuals fostering collaboration and providing constructive feedback in a supportive environment. In addition, we offer a WhatsApp group for supportive communication and advice between classes. Join us and discover the joy of songwriting under the guidance of Ariane, an experienced teacher with over 20 years of expertise. Ariane specializes in nurturing artists and excels as a vocal coach. Become part of this experience and explore the art of songwriting under Ariane's guidance. Unleash your creativity, relax, and connect with fellow music enthusiasts as you embark on this fulfilling journey!

**An evening to move, release, reconnect — and return to yourself.** What if one evening could become a doorway? A doorway back into your body. Back into your heart. Back into the joy, softness, wildness and aliveness that already live inside you. **VOYAGE** is not just an ecstatic dance. It is a healing movement journey — a carefully held experience where music, dance, energy work, sound and human presence come together to guide you inward. This is a space to let the body speak. To shake off what has become heavy. To breathe deeper. To feel more. To remember your own lightness. ## **What makes VOYAGE unique** Unlike a traditional ecstatic dance, **VOYAGE includes live energy healing throughout the evening.** Two experienced healers will hold the energetic field of the group and offer gentle, consent-based hands-on energy work during selected moments of the journey. Through intuitive touch, presence and energetic guidance, they support release, grounding, realignment and deeper integration. The dance opens the body. The energy work supports what wants to move. The sound healing brings everything back into stillness. Together, these elements create a rare and powerful experience: **a dance floor that becomes a healing temple.** ## **During the evening, you will be invited into:** • **Healing ecstatic dance** to free the body and release stored emotions • **Live energy healing** with two healers in a safe and respectful space • **Sound healing** to slow down, soften and integrate • **Healing dance** to explore movement as medicine • **Consensual healing hugs** to reconnect with warmth, care and human presence • **Deep integration moments** to land, breathe and receive There are no steps to learn. No performance. No need to look a certain way. No pressure to be anything other than exactly who you are. Just your body. Your breath. The music. The moment. And a warm, alcohol-free space where you are invited to feel, move, release and reconnect. Come as you are. Leave lighter, softer, more aligned — and deeply recharged. **VOYAGE – Healing Ecstatic Dance** 📅 **21.06** 📍 **Rampe 70** **Tickets: [https://eventfrog.ch/Voyage](https://eventfrog.ch/Voyage "https://eventfrog.ch/Voyage")** Alcohol-free · Warm atmosphere · Safe held space **This is your invitation to travel inward.** **Your body already knows the way.**

**Al Aire Libre Club** Son “gatherings creativos” de verano en la naturaleza para inspirarnos a través de conversaciones, journaling, juegos y actividades creativas al aire libre. ¿Y porque este espacio existe?… because girls just wanna have fun 🎶 **Primer encuentro de verano: LA INSPIRACIÓN** La inspiración… esa que emerge en lo cotidiano. Una frase de una película que nos mueve, una canción que despierta recuerdos, algo que nos atraviesa, un paisaje que nos devuelve la calma, un instante simple en el que sentimos que algo se despierta y se mueve dentro de nosotras. Y ese impulso se siente como ganas: ganas de crear, de tomar una decisión, de darle forma a algo que tiene significado para nosotras. **¿Cuál es la actividad para romper el hielo?** En este encuentro creativo vamos a jugar con la inspiración... Trae algo que te haya inspirado: una frase de un libro, una canción cuya letra te atraviese, un libro que te cambió la vida, un dije u objeto con un significado profundo para ti, una foto que amas o algo que hayas/estes creando.. ya sea físico, un concepto de un proyecto o algo que tú misma hayas escrito y sientas que ya es momento de compartir. La idea es venir a dejar que ruja tu alma: compartir lo que traes y contarnos por qué es tan especial para ti. * Queremos inspirarnos mutuamente, tener conversaciones auténticas y profundas. * Que este sea un espacio donde nos enseñes un pedacito de ese mágico universo que habita en ti. * Queremos conocerte a través de lo que te mueve, y que todas salgamos con los ojos llenos de estrellitas, listas para seguir creando más de eso que nos inspira. **Trae:** * Una manta o tela para sentarte * Tu libreta y lápiz * Una bebida para mantenerte hidratada (necesitamos ese cerebro prendido, creativo y presente) * Algo para comer o compartir * Y, obviamente, no olvides traer algo que te inspire (según la descripción de arriba) Este espacio lo vamos a co-crear juntas. **¿Te sumas?** 🗓 Sábado 20 de Junio 🕒 10:30 am – 13:00pm 📍 Zürichhorn, Höschgasse 3, Zürich, CH (Cerca de Chinagarten, junto al lago, a lado de la escultura llamada “Heureka" de Jean Tinguely) *\*Nota a tomar en cuenta: el evento está sujeto a las condiciones climáticas. En caso de lluvia, la fecha será postergada o cancelada* Si tienes dudas o preguntas escríbeme y conversamos +41767277515 Con cariño, Mile

Dear All, This session is mainly for the people who want to learn kundalini yoga/meditation in a traditional way. Traditionally the master will transfer his/her kundalini energy to the student to activate his important chakras (energy centre) including Third Eye and Crown Chakra. The student can start to feel his/her Kundalini Energy is rising from their base of the spine and feeling the energy vibration(Consciousness) in the third eye (the space between the eyebrows) from the Kundalini Activation. This session is helpful for the beginners who want to learn simple yoga-meditation exercises also. This is a general session to experience your inner kundalini energy. But if you need proper kundalini activation(Shaktipat), then pre-registration is mandatory. **What is included in this session?** Simple stretching practices for Hip and Spine (not complicated, even beginners can do) Kundalini Breathing Techniques Sound Energy (Mantra) Meditation Energy Healing Techniques Formal Kundalini Activation (optional and only for pre-registered people) Chakra Meditation Yoga Nidra (Relaxation) **Some of the benefits of Kundalini Energy Activation are:** Keeps the body healthy Mind attains its natural peaceful state, so the meditation becomes easy. Breathing pattern will be harmonized Stress release and peace Clear & sharp intellect More intuition Inner happiness Clairvoyance and Clairvision and to the ultimate SELF realization (which will lead to the blissful state - our true state) with enough years of practise **DONATION BASIS** **About the Teacher who conducts this session:** The kundalini wisdom teacher Jayaprakash is practising kundalini yoga since 2005 under the guidance of Self Realized Indian Master "GuruMahan". He is teaching kundalini yoga since 2008 as part of a non-profit organization "Maha Shakthi Yogam Switzerland". He teaches Yoga/Meditation/Pranic Healing/Stress Relief courses in various places of Germany and Switzerland. He is the authorized kundalini yoga wisdom teacher from UPF(India) to give kundalini initiations (Shaktipat) with the Grace and Protection of his Master. All these events are conducted for non-profit purpose. Donations are collected on behalf of Swiss non-profit organization (Verein) "Maha Shakthi Yogam - Switzerland" **Eligibility:** Anyone can attend the session even if they don't have previous yoga/Meditation experiences. **Dress:** Wear a comfortable dress if possible yoga dress. We provide the yoga mat. **Please RSVP only you are really interested and coming ! Limited Seats !** **About Kundalini Shaktipat:** In every human being there is a source of natural energy that the yogis call the kundalini. In order to evolve in the yogic path, no matter what our path, the kundalini must be active. For most of us, the kundalini lies dormant at the bottom of the spine in the base chakra known as the Muladhar. When it awakens, it ascends through the chakras until it reaches the highest chakra, the Sahasrar. When that occurs, we merge with our True Self and attain SELF realization (our true nature). Shaktipat is the transfer of spiritual energy from the teacher to the student in order to awaken the kundalini. This process is compared to lighting one candle with another that is already lit and glowing. When the teacher is connected with the fully realized master and the energy is completely within his or her control, shaktipat initiation ensures that the student’s energy will remain active and stable. "Electricity is present everywhere, but there can be light only when the switch is turned on. Similarly the true master manifests the consciousness in the disciple through shaktipat.” **HAPPINESS is our TRUE Nature, which comes from within not from outside !**

"Lila" bedeutet auf Sanskrit "Spiel" und lehrt uns, das Leben spielerisch zu betrachten und jeden Moment anzunehmen. Dieses Konzept, das 1975 durch Harish Johari im Westen bekannt wurde, basiert auf vedischer Philosophie und analysiert die 72 grundlegenden Zustände des Bewusstseins, die den 72 Lila-Spielplätzen entsprechen. Das Lila-Spiel ist ein Werkzeug zur Selbsterkenntnis, das den Spielern hilft, ihren Lebensweg zu reflektieren und gegebenenfalls anzupassen. Durch Würfeln und die Interaktion mit karmischen Kräften bewegen sich die Spieler durch verschiedene Bewusstseinsebenen, bis sie das kosmische Bewusstsein erreichen, um unsere eigenen Muster und Verhaltensweisen zu erkennen und zu verändern. Dieses Werkzeug hilft dir für klare Einsicht in die Wahrheit, unseren eigenen Illusionen und einen Weg zur Transformation. WIE LÄUFT DAS LILA / LEELA SPIEL AB? Das Leela-Spiel wird auf einem grossen Feld mit 72 Feldern gespielt, das verschiedene Lebensphasen widerspiegelt. Jedes Feld steht für einen Energietyp, einen Bewusstseinszustand oder eine Entwicklungsstufe, die wir im physischen Leben erleben. Die Herausforderungen im Spiel spiegeln die Prüfungen des realen Lebens wider und ermöglichen es, Erkenntnisse schneller zu gewinnen. Die Teilnehmer werden von spirituellen Führern begleitet, die beim Würfeln und beim Erreichen der relevanten Felder unterstützen. Erfahrene Lila-Leiter leiten das Spiel, stellen präzisierende Fragen und helfen den Spielern bei ihrer inneren Transformation. Das Spiel bietet die Möglichkeit, verschiedene Lebenswege zu erkunden und neue Lösungsansätze zu finden, ohne die Risiken des realen Lebens einzugehen. Während einige Spieler schnell durch das Spiel gehen, hängt der Fortschritt nicht von Wahrscheinlichkeit ab, sondern von der Klarheit der eigenen Absichten. Das Spiel kann still oder mit verbaler Absicht gespielt werden, was zusätzliche Bedeutung und Antworten bringt. Indische Yogis betrachten das Lila-Spiel als einen Dialog mit dem eigenen Geist, der zur Transformation der Persönlichkeit führt. Die Veränderungen im physischen Leben zeigen sich in den folgenden sechs Monaten. VORBEREITUNG: Nimm dir eine Frage, die dich aktuell sehr beschäftigt, ein Notizbuch und einen Stift und ein persönliches Objekt bzw. einen Talisman mit. Getränke und Snacks stellen wir zur Verfügung. Anmeldung per Telefon 0762626329 oder E-Mail: [info@om-center.ch](mailto:info@om-center.ch) Details unter www.om-center.ch

This event is a little different from our usual Potlucks and Brunches. For the past **4 years**, this has been one of our favorite summer traditions: a beautiful half-day urban retreat in the heart of Zurich, created to help you slow down, reconnect and nourish yourself on every level. The evening begins with a gentle **Restorative Yoga** practice (suitable for all levels), followed by a deeply transformative **Conscious Connected Breathwork** journey and a soothing **Sound Bath**. Afterwards, we'll gather around a beautifully set table in the garden for a homemade, 100% plant-based **Ayurvedic 6-course dinner**, enjoyed by candlelight as the sun slowly sets over Zurich. ✨ And because no Eat Positive event would be complete without something sweet, there will also be a delicious selection of **Raw Vegan Desserts**, as well as a little surprise gift waiting for you. 🤍 This is an invitation to pause, breathe, connect and savor the moment - an experience designed to nourish body, mind and soul. 🌟 **ONLY 2 SPOTS REMAINING!** 🌟 **Special for Eat Positive Switzerland Members:** As a member of our community, you can still benefit from the **Early Bird price**, which means a **CHF 20 discount** on the regular ticket price. To claim your discounted ticket, simply reach out to me (Iri) directly at **+41 75 443 93 49**. This special offer is not available through Eventfrog. We can't wait to share this beautiful evening with you. 🌿 **Iri & Vaishnavi**

Let's continue and together enjoy the ***International Yoga Day,*** ***21 June*** with a classical yoga session by the Obersee lake and experience the powerful connection between self and nature. 🌿🧘‍♀️🧘🏻‍♂️💧 This international Yoga day raises global awareness about the physical, mental, and spiritual benefits of yoga. June 21 is also the longest day for maximum illumination and energy from the sun. By the lake first we'll ground ourselves and then energize ourselves through classical yoga, breathing techniques, meditation, and deep relaxation. The goal is to calm our mind, and restore inner balance. Surrounded by fresh air and the soothing presence of lake water, discover how nature supports healing, clarity, and renewed energy. After the session, enjoy an optional refreshing dip in the Obersee lake to complete this memorable experience. Later we'll enjoy our picnic lunch. **What awaits you**: \*Free Classical Yoga in nature, a unique experience. \*Easy Walk in Nature. \*Recharging from the energy of the nature. \*Positive vibes, shared connection. \*Panoramic views Date: Sunday, 21.06.2026 Duration: 2-3 hours Easy Walk: 4-5 km Location: Obersee📍 **First Meeting point: *@09:00 Zurich HB under Blue Angel. *Train*: @09:12, Zurich HB - Tuggen, Kapellhof **Second Meeting point*: @ 10:00 Tuggen, Kapellhof, bus stop. **Coming by car*: limited Parking spaces near bus stop. **What to bring:** *Good walking shoes *Yoga mat or big towel *Comfortable, breathable clothing *Picnic lunch. *Snacks, fruits, nuts to share *water/tea/juice *layers of clothing. *Swim gear (optional) *Cash to buy coffee/drink/icecream in a restaurant towards the end. *A relaxed weekend mood. *Disclaimer: Each participant is responsible for his capabilities, equipment, safety, health, allergies, judgement, knowledge and insurance cover. The Organiser will not be held responsible for any problem/injury that may arise during or after the event. *

At Unity of Columbus, our Youth and Family Ministry nurtures the spiritual growth of children and families through love, joy, and practical spiritual teachings. Each Sunday, children explore timeless spiritual principles through stories, creative activities, music, and group sharing in a safe and welcoming environment. Our program encourages children to discover their own inner light, express kindness, and develop a personal connection with God. Together, we celebrate diversity, cultivate understanding, and inspire each child to live with purpose and compassion. Parents and families are invited to join in this uplifting journey of learning, laughter, and spiritual connection.

Rev. Steven Clevenger is an ordained spiritualist minister with over 40 years experience as a Spiritual Healer, Clairvoyant and Spiritual Teacher, educated and trained at the White Lily Chapel. Rev. Siobhan Wolf Shaffer is an ordained spiritualist minister and certified medium and healer with over 20 years experience. She began her development in 1988 in Pennsylvania and continued when she moved to Ohio in 1998 where she studied at Rays of Lights Church with Rev. Steven Clevenger. Our full worship services consist of an inspirational lecture, healing meditation, and messages from the spirit world that serve to demonstrate evidence of eternal life. Please visit our Official Church Website (http://raysoflightchurch.com) for more information.

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 http://photos3.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/a/f/9/9/600_447824953.jpeg

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

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

Welcome to Drunken Philosophy, a casual, curious, social discussion club. Come grab a drink and a seat at The Oracle. **Optional topic for this meetup: Where is everybody?** In 1950 the physicist Enrico Fermi was talking about aliens over lunch and asked a question that still has not gone away: if the universe is so vast and so old, and even a fraction of those billions of stars have planets, where is everyone? By the numbers the galaxy should be crowded with civilizations. Instead we look up and hear silence. That gap between "they should be everywhere" and "we see no one" is the Fermi Paradox. One of the most unsettling answers is the idea of a **Great Filter**: somewhere on the road from dead chemistry to a galaxy-spanning civilization, there is at least one step that is almost impossible to get past. Maybe the filter is behind us. Maybe life starting at all, or simple cells becoming complex, or intelligence ever evolving, is the freak accident, and we already cleared the hard part. Or maybe the filter is ahead of us, and advanced civilizations reliably wipe themselves out before they spread. Here is the part that messes with people. If we ever found life somewhere else, even pond scum on Mars, most people would call it the greatest discovery in history. But it might be the worst possible news. It would mean life is common, the early steps are easy, and the hard step is still in front of us. So the eerie silence overhead might actually be the best sign we could ask for. **Questions to wrestle with:** * Is it better to be alone? Would you rather we find alien life and learn we are not special, or find nothing and quietly improve our odds of surviving? * Where do you bet the filter sits, behind us or ahead of us, and why? * If it is ahead of us, what is it? Nuclear war, climate collapse, AI, something we cannot even picture yet? And can we do anything about a filter we cannot see coming? * Two principles pull opposite ways here. The principle of mediocrity (the Copernican principle, Sagan's "no privileged place in the universe") says we are ordinary, so what happened on Earth probably happened everywhere, which makes the silence scream louder. The anthropic principle says of course we find ourselves somewhere life was possible, since we could not observe anything else, so our being here may say almost nothing about how common life is. Which lens do you trust, and does the silence still demand an answer once you account for observer selection? * And if we did confirm life out there and had to accept we are not special, what would that do to belief in a higher power, and would shedding (or keeping) that belief help or hurt our odds of pulling together as one species? * Does any of this change how you live, or how humanity should be spending its time and money right now? As always the prompt is optional. Come for the conversation, stay for the drinks, and bring your own questions.

We will be marching again this summer at Pride. Come ready to show your Pride and stand-up for every human's right to love, respect, and family! * **Step-off:** 10:30AM * **Route:** High Street from the Capital to Goodale Park Update: We are meeting at Bob Leonhard's house. You can park your car there and we will carpool to the parade. This will eliminate you finding parking in the city and excessive walking. You SHOULD BE AT BOB'S HOUSE BY 8:45 a.m.! We will leave for the parade at 9:15 am sharp! Bob's address: 2858 Thorndale Avenue, Columbus, OH 43207 If you have questions, his number is 614-301-7436