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Meditations Kurs Sahaja Yoga ( Polnisch/Deutsch )
Zapraszamy wszystkich na bezpłatne zajęcia medytacji w Berlinie dla Polaków.
Po całym dniu pracy,zajęć w szkole, czy też dodatkowych aktywności.
W stanie medytacji możemy zaznać chwili relaksu oraz wyciszenia.
To wspaniała metoda, na pozbycie się wszelkich emocjonalno- mentalnych napięć powstałych w ciągu dnia,zniwelowanie stresu, czy też zmęczenia naszego organizmu.
Co tygodniowe zajęcia medytacji, które odbywają się w kazdy czwartek o godzinie 19.00 w centrum Sahaja Yogi które znajduje się przy ulicy Behaimstraße 8 (Hinterhof )10585 w Berlinie.
Chuckleheads English Comedy Show #433
An *electric* atmosphere featuring visiting pros and some of the best comedians in Berlin at the city's longest-running weekly show. There's no such thing as a bad Chuckleheads; it's as consistent as it gets. Come and find out why we have more regulars than any comedy show in Berlin. The right mix of lively yet laid-back energy in an intimate setting, with well-curated line ups. Chuckleheads is primarily for experienced comedians, though depending on the week we might have a spot for a newbie or two.
Doors: 8:00 pm
Showtime: 8:30 pm
RESERVATIONS ARE HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! We got limited seating. Book the amount of seats you need with your name and we'll have them ready for you.
It is still a free-entry show, though please donate to keep the laughs coming and pay for production costs. Suggested donation is 10-20 euros. If you've been to other shows, you know it's well worth it. Come be part of it! As is tradition in the nine years (!) of the show, free shots are also given at the start of each show.
Produced and hosted by Daniel Gutierrez.
See you all Thursday!
Meditation der liebenden Güte - Unser gutes Herz kultivieren (online & vor Ort)
Du möchtest den Reichtum natürlich entstehender, bedingungsloser Liebe enthüllen, den jeder von uns im Herzen trägt? Diese Meditation unterstützt uns, die Quelle echter Gutherzigkeit in uns zu öffnen. Wir lernen, uns selbst auf gesunde, heilsame Weise zu lieben und so unsere Haltung anderen gegenüber zu verwandeln.
Die Meditation der liebenden Güte kann uns dabei helfen, uns und anderen liebevoller und mitfühlender zu begegnen.
Das Event findet sowohl online als auch vor Ort im Dharma Mati Berlin (Soorstr. 85, 14050 Berlin) statt.
Um an diesem Online-Event teilzunehmen bitte auf den folgenden Link klicken: https://zoom.us/j/216979828 (Meeting-ID: 216-979-828).
The Comedy Social: Thursday Night English Comedy (Berlin Friedrichshain)
**🎟️ Get your tickets here: [https://fienta.com/thecomedysocialberlin30april2026?utm_source=meetup&utm_medium=event](https://fienta.com/thecomedysocialberlin30april2026?utm_source=meetup&utm_medium=event)**
**New to Berlin & want to make friends?**
Come to The Comedy Social!
Featuring some of Berlin's funniest comedians! 🍹
Come for the comedy & stick around afterwards and mingle! 💃🏼🕺
**🗓️ WHEN:**
Thursday, 30. April
Show begins 20:30
Doors open 20:00
**📍 WHERE:**
The Wall Comedy Club
Grünberger Straße 84
10245 Berlin
**🎟️ TICKETS:**
Starting from €11 when booked online
€15 at the door, cash or card (subject to availability)
**💁🏼♀️ ABOUT ŽANA (BIH/USA):**
Born in Bosnia, raised in Florida, and living in Berlin, Žana’s comedy mirrors her eclectic cultural background and is best described as Balkan pessimism battling delusional American positivity sprinkled in with reggaeton flair.
Within 5 months of starting comedy she became a finalist in the 2022 Berlin New Stand Up Awards and is now hosting & producing shows in Berlin & across Europe. **She was nominated for Manchester’s Women in Comedy Festival Awards as Best Newcomer in 2024 and has opened in English & Spanish for a variety of comedians across Europe in such as Dragos Christian, Dwayne Perkins, Rob Anderson, Elena Gabrielle & Silvia de Frente.**
You can catch her perform regularly in Berlin to hear her fresh take on the absurdity of immigration laws, her Balkan background, and growing up in Florida. Žana hosts & produces themed & interactive comedy shows in Berlin & beyond, such as the Berlin Comedy Dating Game Show, Funny Fortunes (a comedy & live tarot reading show), Comedy Confessions (an introvert-friendly themed interactive comedy show), Petty Problems (a comedy mock trial show), & more. **She has performed in 40 cities across 18 countries and all of her shows are 100% self-produced. Thanks for supporting an independent artist!**
[www.zanafejzic.com](http://www.zanafejzic.com/)
[YouTube](http://youtube.com/@ZanaFejzic)
[Instagram](http://instagram.com/zanafejzic)
[TikTok](http://tiktok.com/@zanafejziccomedy)
**🎟️ Get your tickets here: [https://fienta.com/thecomedysocialberlin30april2026?utm_source=meetup&utm_medium=event](https://fienta.com/thecomedysocialberlin30april2026?utm_source=meetup&utm_medium=event)**
Community Call: Navigating Life After Leaving What Didn’t Fit
**A** **gathering of people who didn't feel like they belonged where they grew up, and are now creating a life on their own terms.**
You left an environment that didn’t feel right.
Not necessarily because it was objectively bad, but because it didn’t fit *you*.
The conversations felt unstimulating, the expectations felt limiting. The way life was “supposed” to look didn’t make you excited at all, to say the least.
So you stepped away, maybe physically, maybe emotionally, maybe both. And since then, you’ve been figuring things out on your own.
**But even after leaving, parts of you still operate in ways that don’t feel like you. You catch yourself falling into old patterns and ways of thinking, like something is still holding you back from being fully free.**
**You want nothing more than to get rid of that hold.**
This space is for you!
**Here you are welcome to share what you're navigating and discovering, and have honest conversations with people who get it and see things in a similar way.**
**If you're someone who…**
* Thinks a lot, questions a lot, and rarely just accepts things at face value
* Notices how the majority of people live and quietly think, *this isn't it for me*
* Has ideas about a different kind of life, even if you can't fully articulate it yet
* Values freedom, depth, and peace of mind more than status or doing what's expected
* Enjoys meaningful conversations, but often finds yourself in spaces where things stay surface level
* Is constantly reflecting, adjusting, and trying to understand yourself better
**And you're looking for a space where...**
* You can speak freely, without having to translate or tone yourself down
* Conversations go beyond small talk and into something real
* You are not met with judgment, but with understanding and respect
* You can think out loud, explore ideas, and hear different perspectives without the pressure of choosing one
* The focus isn’t on staying stuck, but on moving forward
* **You can start to untangle the beliefs and patterns that have been holding you back**
* **You’re not just sharing, but actually gaining perspective that helps you move forward**
You're welcome here.
*\*After you RSVP, you will receive the Google Meet link a day before the event.*
P.S. - This is a free monthly event, part of the Way of The Free community. If you’d like to go deeper, you can learn more and join us [here.](https://wayofthefree.subscribepage.io/?utm_source=luma)
Black Cat Comedy Neukölln- Thursdays at Das Gift!
**Black Cat Comedy Neukölln - Thursdays at Das Gift! 4-6 Hot Acts**
DOORS 8pm, Show at 8:30
[BOOK HERE ](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/black-cat-comedy-neukolln-thursdays-at-das-gift-tickets-1985056550579?aff=oddtdtcreator)
Like it dark? 4-6 acts do shorter sets, where we encourage risk and exploration! Focus on women and queer acts but everyone is welcome!
**Join us Thursdays at Das Gift in Neukolln!**
WHAT: What is a comedy mic? For newer comedians and experienced alike to work out new jokes, test new ideas in a structured way.
**WILL THE SHOW BE ANY GOOD? YES.** Tera has over 29 years of stage experience and 7 years of stand up. She makes it fun! Also, the attitude you bring is everything - Come to support the next generation of comedians!
We commit to booking 80% performers who are women or queer folks. Although that is the priority, we have 1-2 token spots for majority dudes (we are inclusive) and we welcome everyone to attend, as long as you’re cool! Come support! Pre-Paid Tickets Online for 10 Euros to watch the show! Or just show up and pay 12 at the Door.
**WHERE DO I SIGN UP?** You sign up in the Facebook event. Write "Spot" AND LIST YOUR DATES YOU ARE FREE. If selected, you will be added to the FB group. If not - Sign up again! This is a mic appropriate for brand new comedians, mid level to pros!
**PERFORMER GUIDELINES:**
Sign up early (and sign up to many dates)
Show up on time
No last minute linup switches (ask several days in advance)
Mind the Light
Tell your friends about the show!
**TERA KILBRIDE**
https://www.instagram.com/teracomedy_/
https://terakilbride.com
Weekly Thursday Meditation
Since October 2023 every single week on Thursday from 7.30 to 9PM we offer a meditation. Everyone is welcome. Donation Base: Min. 5EUR
We learn about meditation (Shamata & Vipassana), practice different techniques together and take time to discuss our experiences with each other. Already more than 200 people came and learned how to meditate at Bodhispace.
Adress: Bodhispace, Neckarstrasse 12, 12053 Berlin (Neukölln)
Note: Everyone is welcome.
Note: Now, bookable through USC (Urban Sports Club) or just come by and donate via cash, bank transfer or paypal, minimum donation of 5 EUR.
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Chitta Walks - Awareness in Motion
Chitta Walks is for people whose days move fast, while the mind never fully lands. Thoughts keep looping even when nothing is urgent. The body moves, but attention is elsewhere. Over time, this disconnect drains clarity and ease.
This walk is a simple reset.
We meet in Berlin’s Tiergarten and walk at a gentle pace. Parts of the walk are in silence, with light guidance and a few short prompts. The walk itself is the practice, bringing body and mind back into the same moment.
No apps. No performance. Just a clear space to slow down and notice what is happening.
If you want to slow down without withdrawing from life, join a Chitta Walk.
✨ **What to expect (approx. 90 minutes):**
* A short arrival and orientation
* A guided silent walk (phones off, no conversation)
* One concise science-based impulse on attention or stress
* Optional reflection in pairs or small groups
* A simple takeaway or experiment for daily life
🚶**Who this is for:**
* Professionals, creatives, and people in transition.
* People who feel mentally busy and want more clarity and balance.
* Those curious about mindfulness, but grounded and practical.
* Anyone comfortable with silence and gentle self observation.
🔔 **Practical notes:**
* Duration: 60-90 minutes
* Wear comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate clothing
* No prior experience needed
* Group size is limited to keep the space quiet and focused
🧭 **Facilitator:**
My name is Partha Sarathi, you can call me PS. I have lived in Berlin for over 12 years. With a background in physics and materials science, my interest in mindfulness grew through personal experience with stress and health challenges. I facilitate the space and structure of the walk, inviting shared exploration rather than instruction.
🤔 **Why Chitta Walks?**
Chitta is a Sanskrit word referring to the mind or field of awareness, used here in a practical, non-religious sense.
Chitta Walks is about noticing how the mind works by slowing down and walking together. Mindful walking makes thought patterns visible in real time, while moving and sensing in the world.
The name points to a simple capacity: noticing what is happening in the mind without immediately trying to fix, judge, or optimize it.
🌿 **Possible effects:**
A calmer nervous system.
Clearer attention.
A felt sense of being more present in your body.
Subtle insights into how your mind reacts under everyday conditions.
A quieter, more grounded way of moving through the city.
**Come as you are. Walk. Notice. Leave with a little more space inside.**
Reading Party ☕️📚
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***For address and more details see the website www.pausify.org***
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**Event Info:**
Pausify is the **biggest community and most active** of book lovers and creatives in Berlin.
Impressions: Instagram: **[@Pausify (Co-Reading Space)](https://www.instagram.com/pausify_org/)**
Events happen every Sat and Sun at 11 AM.
Bring along your **current book to read** (or something **creative** to work on) and join us for this mix of a shared focus time + discussion.
\- 11:00\-11:30 \- Meet & greet
\- 11:30\-12:30 \- Silent focus time
\- 12:30 \- Discussion of books/ projects over coffee
Afterwards, join for lunch if you'd like (optional).
**Drinks & snacks are included** ☕️
* **To reserve your place, a ticket (€9,90/event) or a community pass (only €17,90/MONTH) [from the website ](https://pausify.org/)*www.pausify.org* is required**
* **Attendance here doesn’t show all sign-ups from other platforms. We usually have about 50 to 100 people at each event.**
***FAQ: Why does it cost money if I bring my own project?***
Because we rent a beautiful, central space for every event. Ever thought your monthly apartment rent was too high? Well, multiply that – that’s what commercial spaces in big cities like Berlin cost *per hour*.
Of course, if all you want is just some quiet time, your home or a library is perfect. But if you’d like to focus & connect with others in an inspiring space – with drinks, snacks included – that’s what your ticket helps to cover.
See pics from our events below - and on our Instagram: **[@Pausify (Co-Reading Space)](https://www.instagram.com/pausify_org/) ☕️**
**[Pausify Co-Reading Space Website](https://pausify.org/) www.pausify.org**
For questions, please contact us over [Website ](https://pausify.org/) www.pausify.org as this platform can have issues. Thank you!
*Please note that photos and videos may be taken during the event and used for promotional purposes to highlight and share the experiences at our events. If you have concerns, don't hesitate to approach the event organizers before the event.*
Access Bars Class - English
There’s a peace and relaxation possible for everyone, that can occur with total ease, with a simple body process, called Access Bars ®
Access Bar is like hitting the delete button on your computer’s hard drive. Negative thought patterns and mental chatter can be released and a space for peace, ease and new possibilities opens up. Best, everyone can learn this body process in a one day class. You can give the Bars® to your family and friends and to your clients. And of course you can let the Bars run also on yourself.
Access Bars ® and Bodyprocess classes in English take place once a month, classes in German twice a month. Just ask for your desired date.
Would this class be a contribution to your body, to your life, your business? Then I would like to have you in a one-day Access Bars.
Consider this your invitation to a totally different paradigm for healing, change and transformation in all aspects of your life.
The Access Bars class fee is 380 Euro, Practitioner License, Manual, Charts, food and drinks included.
PLEASE NOTE THAT REGISTRATION IS ONLY POSSIBLE BY PHONE.
For more information please visit my website:
https://www.i-feel-so-good.de/home-en.html
What happens in the brain during a Bars Session:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DgGbFRjqQPk
If you have any question or you want to book a session, do not hesitate to contact me. Once a week we have an Access Bars ® evening that gives you the opportunity to exchange the Bars® and to meet other practitioners. ®
Fetish Comedy Show
**Get ready for savage laughs, kinky confessions, and top-tier comedians spilling the tea on all things fetish. At the legendary Incognito Showpalast, smack in the heart of Schöneberg's iconic LGBT+ nightlife district. (In English!)**
Presented by Vilain Garçon
Part of BLACKWEEKENDBerlin by male.space – the ultimate leather & fetish blowout!
Doors slam open: 8:00 PM
Show explodes at: 9:00 PM
***This show is open to all genders and sexualities! We are an English-language event with a k!nky vibe but everyone who is open-minded with a good sense of humour is welcome! Dress up in fetish or just dress however you want!***
**HOST:**
**Ben MacLean**
Ben MacLean has over 30 million views online and is one of Berlin’s most established comedians. A long-time member of BLF e.V – Berlin Leather Fetish, he has hosted the FETISH COMEDY SHOW since it burst onto the scene in 2016.
He also emcees Go West Comedy, one of the city’s longest-running showcases, and has performed around the globe. The world’s only diplomat turned comedian, he also works as a flight attendant and content creator. All this to say, If you recognize Ben from some of his “non-comedy” content online, that’s something he’ll neither confirm nor deny.
**HEADLINER:**
**L’aDios – Liliana Velásquez**
Liliana Velásquez is forever a New York City gal. Her tough love Latinx charm will have you laughing uncontrollably as she relates how learning to set boundaries led to great comedic moments.
She has Shamelessly self-produced multiple shows and empowers her art with her activism. As a SW, Doula, and Entertainer, her performances are bound to leave you both entertained and slightly scared.
**GUEST:**
**Justin Small**
Justin Small (USA), is a familiar face on the Berlin standup comedy scene and a new face splashing around (literally and figuratively) on Berlin's welcoming and delightful fetish scene.
Having lived in the U.S., Europe, Latin America and Asia, Justin brings the audience a healthy bit of chaos that ultimately exposes our unity underneath. Or so he hopes!
He dances on the edge of being socially conscious and personally flawed. His comedic style combines sharp wit with intellect, personality and attitude—all tied together with a straightforward delivery.
Please note that the lineup for this show may change due to unforeseen circumstances, however we always promise high-quality sexy comedy.
Grab your tickets here: **Get ready for savage laughs, kinky confessions, and top-tier comedians spilling the tea on all things fetish. At the legendary Incognito Showpalast, smack in the heart of Schöneberg's iconic LGBT+ nightlife district. (In English!)**
Presented by Vilain Garçon
Part of BLACKWEEKENDBerlin by male.space – the ultimate leather & fetish blowout!
Doors slam open: 8:00 PM
Show explodes at: 9:00 PM
***This show is open to all genders and sexualities! We are an English-language event with a k!nky vibe but everyone who is open-minded with a good sense of humour is welcome! Dress up in fetish or just dress however you want!***
**HOST:**
**Ben MacLean**
Ben MacLean has over 30 million views online and is one of Berlin’s most established comedians. A long-time member of BLF e.V – Berlin Leather Fetish, he has hosted the FETISH COMEDY SHOW since it burst onto the scene in 2016.
He also emcees Go West Comedy, one of the city’s longest-running showcases, and has performed around the globe. The world’s only diplomat turned comedian, he also works as a flight attendant and content creator. All this to say, If you recognize Ben from some of his “non-comedy” content online, that’s something he’ll neither confirm nor deny.
**HEADLINER:**
**L’aDios – Liliana Velásquez**
Liliana Velásquez is forever a New York City gal. Her tough love Latinx charm will have you laughing uncontrollably as she relates how learning to set boundaries led to great comedic moments.
She has Shamelessly self-produced multiple shows and empowers her art with her activism. As a SW, Doula, and Entertainer, her performances are bound to leave you both entertained and slightly scared.
**GUEST:**
**Justin Small**
Justin Small (USA), is a familiar face on the Berlin standup comedy scene and a new face splashing around (literally and figuratively) on Berlin's welcoming and delightful fetish scene.
Having lived in the U.S., Europe, Latin America and Asia, Justin brings the audience a healthy bit of chaos that ultimately exposes our unity underneath. Or so he hopes!
He dances on the edge of being socially conscious and personally flawed. His comedic style combines sharp wit with intellect, personality and attitude—all tied together with a straightforward delivery.
Please note that the lineup for this show may change due to unforeseen circumstances, however we always promise high-quality sexy comedy.
Ticket prices: https://www.eventbrite.de/e/fetish-comedy-show-tickets-1986292756103?aff=mu
Advance purchase: €17 (limited quantity discount price)-€24 (advance purchase) (plus booking fee)
At the door: €30
Baumhaus Soli Party
🎉 Join us at Panke for an epically groovy and fun celebration of Baumhaus Berlin - the making of an unlikely dream come true! We’ll gather to party, raise the good vibes and some much needed funds 💰to support Baumhaus continuing to help make the World a better place 1 Berlin at a time… links below
🎯 The goal: grow the crowdfunding from €3300 up to €8000 by June 1 to keep Baumhaus open
• Donate - https://www.goodcrowd.org/saving-das-baumhaus
🎸 This next era of our great adventure together features Berlin’s new grooviest band, @junemayjulyband , a 4 piece instrumental band that plays ‘psychedelic groove funk’.
💃 When this band plays it is absolutely irresistible to dance, and on this evening, irresistible for freestyle 🎤 MC Incognegro a.k.a. Scottie B (NYC/Berlin) and other special guests to dive into some creative flowing lyricism.
• Listen - https://youtube.com/shorts/Bi-SXTxgpME
• Follow - https://www.instagram.com/junemayjulyband/
🎧 Before and after the band, we will be graced with selected cuts of funk, soul, groove, hip hop, bass, drum n bass and some other deep grooves mixed by DJs (instagram links) @soulskiberlin , @felix_soulix and @djquien
🔥 If that is not enough to quench your social thirst don’t worry, the whole Panke Club will be transformed into an Open Greeting Zone where its quite normal to introduce yourself to anyone around and expect the same in return.
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👏 Baumhaus - a valuable resource to preserve and grow
Since 2012 over 1300 people have enthusiastically invested their time, energy, and love into making the Baumhaus a reality. It has always been a place where we the people go to get inspired, directly and authentically connected, purposefully engaged, practically informed and personally transformed.
❤️ Baumhaus has provided a unique and resonant atmosphere and intuitively understandable frameworks that facilitate meaningful and connective experiences. Our true solidarity with each other is that we are all working in our own ways to bring more dynamic regenerative balance into the world: personally, ecologically, aesthetically, culturally, economically and socially (p.e.a.c.e.s.).
Schatzkammer der Liebe - Mystische Dimensionen im Humboldt Forum
Das Sufi-Zentrum Rabbaniyya setzt Die Schatzkammer der Liebe fort.
Inspiriert von Hazrat Farid ad-Din Attars „Mantıq-at Tayr", Vogelgespräche, bietet die Veranstaltungsreihe faszinierende Einblicke in die Erzähltradition des mystischen Orients und die sufische Reise zur Selbsterkenntnis.
Jeden Monat werden die Besucherlnnen durch meditative Gesänge und die Tänze der Derwische aus dem Sufi-Zentrum Rabbaniyya in die mystischen Dimensionen des traditionellen Sufismus entrückt.
Die Veranstaltung ist kostenfrei, der Eintritt ins Museum erfolgt über die gegebenen Bedingungen unter https://www.humboldtforum.org/de/programm/termin/lesung/rumis-schatzkammer-der-liebe-72781/
Evening of Meditation
We invite you to join our weekly Evenings of Meditation, to gently meet yourself, dissolve stress and live life from beautiful inner states, like calm, joy and connection.
These gatherings are not just about meditating on your own, but a step inward we take together. Each time we’ll look into a particular topic in the light of timeless wisdom, reflect on it in a guided meditation, do powerful Oneness practices for greater wellbeing, and experience Deeksha - which helps to speed up your inner growth.
For more info see: [www.onenessberlin.com](http://www.onenessberlin.com/)
🎟️ **Entry**: € 10 for walk-ins (in cash or PayPal) just for us to pay for the space or **[get a ticket from € 5 >](https://momence.com/l/g7hgvjAR)**
📍**Where**: Yoga Sky, Am Tempelhofer Berg 7d, 10965 Berlin
Follow the Yoga Sky signs in the yard, and take the elevator to the top floor.
🗓 **When**: Sunday, 3rd of May, 19:00 - 20:30
Please arrive 5-10 min earlier to settle down.
You’re welcome, no matter your background or experience. This is what has worked for us over many years and we love to share it with you.
Looking forward to see you,
Oneness Berlin
Florian & Jazgul
J. Krishnamurti Events Near You
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Yoga + Picnic for Krishna’s bday! 🧘🏻♀️🌿☀️
**Join us for a relaxing and fun outdoor celebration for Krishna’s birthday! 🌿☀️**
**We’ll start with 1 hour of yoga to stretch, unwind, and connect, followed by a picnic + frisbee to keep the good vibes going.**
**Bring your own yoga mat or blanket, and feel free to bring something to share like hummus, fruit, or your favorite snack. 🥙🍓**
**Come enjoy fresh air, movement, and great company at the Scioto Mile.**
**All levels welcome ✨**
**📍Bicentennial Park (next to water fountain)**
**233 Civic Center Dr**
**Columbus, OH 43215**
**Donations for our wonderful yoga instructor, Victoria Lawler, are greatly appreciated. A link is provided below, and she’ll also share her Venmo in person. 🧘🏻♀️💗**
[Victoria Lawler’s Venmo](https://account.venmo.com/u/lynneleviathan)
Duty vs. Results: What Makes an Action Moral?
When judging morality, should we prioritize **intentions/duty** or **outcomes/results**? It introduces two influential philosophers as representatives of these approaches.
* **Immanuel Kant (deontology):** An action is moral when it is done from **duty** and follows rational, universal principles (the **categorical imperative**). Certain acts—like lying—are wrong regardless of the consequences; you can’t do a wrong thing for a right reason.
* **John Stuart Mill (utilitarian consequentialism):** The morality of an action is determined by its **effects**, specifically how much **happiness/well-being** it produces. Mill argues that some pleasures are “higher” than others, and that good intentions don’t redeem harmful outcomes.
## Discussion Questions
1. **The lying dilemma:** A murderer comes to your door and asks if your friend is hiding inside. Kant would say you must not lie.
2. **Can good intentions rescue a bad outcome?**
3. **The organ harvest problem:** A surgeon has five patients dying of organ failure and one healthy patient in for a checkup. Killing the one to harvest organs would save five lives, and the math works out for the utilitarian. Why does this feel so deeply wrong? Is that feeling a point in Kant's favor, or just a bias we should overcome?
4. **Do rules need exceptions?** Kant insists moral rules must be universal, with no exceptions. But most of us can imagine extreme scenarios where any rule seems like it should bend. Does the need for exceptions fatally undermine deontology, or is the strength of the system precisely that it refuses to bend?
5. **Who gets to calculate the consequences?** Utilitarianism asks us to maximize good outcomes, but we're notoriously bad at predicting consequences. If we can't reliably know the results of our actions, is it practical to base our entire moral system on outcomes? Does this uncertainty push us back toward rules and principles?
6. **Everyday morality:** Think about a real moral decision you've made recently, even a small one. Did you reason more like a Kantian (what's the right thing to do in principle?) or more like a utilitarian (what will produce the best result?)? Do most people naturally lean one way?
7. **Justice vs. the greater good:** A town can prevent a deadly plague by sacrificing one innocent person. The greater good is clearly served. But is it just? Can an action be morally right and deeply unjust at the same time?
8. **The big synthesis question:** Are these two systems actually opposed, or do they often arrive at the same answers by different paths? Is it possible that we need both: rules to guide us in the moment and consequences to evaluate systems and policies over time?
Christians in Tech - Meetup #34 @ Improving
Christians in Tech is a community at the intersection of faith and technology. Our meetups are designed to spark meaningful conversations, promote knowledge sharing, and encourage growth—both in your career and your spiritual walk with God. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your tech journey, CIT welcomes you.
Our Website
[https://linktr.ee/citcbus](https://linktr.ee/citcbus)
Sponsors and Partners
* Improving (Venue Sponsor)
* Bethel World Prayer Center (Fiscal Sponsor)
* Fruits & Roots (Coffee Partner)
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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Christians in Tech - Meetup #35 @ Improving
Christians in Tech is a community at the intersection of faith and technology. Our meetups are designed to spark meaningful conversations, promote knowledge sharing, and encourage growth—both in your career and your spiritual walk with God. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your tech journey, CIT welcomes you.
Our Website
[https://linktr.ee/citcbus](https://linktr.ee/citcbus)
Sponsors and Partners
* Improving (Venue Sponsor)
* Bethel World Prayer Center (Fiscal Sponsor)
* Fruits & Roots (Coffee Partner)
Sunday Brunch
Sleep in on Sundays. When you've had your fill of pajama-time, roll out and have some tasty brunch with your fellow Humanists!



















