Life Sciences

👋 Qui veut intégrer un groupe d'amis en cours de constitution pour faire des sorties et activités ensemble sur Paris et la région parisienne ? Voici quelques exemples de sorties proposées dans ce groupe : ❇️ apéro, afterwork, bars, restaurants, brunch, pique-nique ❇️ ciné, concert, théatre, musée ❇️ sports (tennis, initiation au golf, hiit, running, escalade, etc.) ❇️ jeux de société (poker, loup garou...) et en plein air (mollky, pétanque...) ❇️ week-end ❇️ et tout ce que tu pourras proposer. 💥💥 Ouverture, respect et bienveillance sont les valeurs qui animent le groupe 💥💥 Si tout cela te parle, inscris toi à notre groupe "Sorties et rencontres amicales - Paris" pour être informé(e) de toutes les sorties, il vient tout juste d'être créé sur Meetup et nous serons heureux de faire ta connaissance lors d'une prochaine sortie 👋 Ne te fie pas au nombre de participants sur Meetup, nous sommes sur plusieurs sites et Meetup est le dernier sur lequel nous avons ouvert un compte. \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* BIEN LIRE ATTENTIVEMENT CI-DESSOUS \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* **NB : INUTILE DE CLIQUER SUR "Participer" SUR CETTE FICHE.** Inscris toi juste au groupe et clique sur "Participer" uniquement sur les activités / sorties qui ont lieu de façon sure et certaine et qui sont toutes précédées des symboles 💥💥 devant leur titre. **Si dans le titre de la sortie il n'y a pas les symboles 💥💥 c'est que la sortie n'est pas confirmée.** Nos sorties (et celle d'autres utilisateurs) sont également publiées sur l'application gratuite de rencontres amicales Weezem : 👉 Appstore : [https://apps.apple.com/fr/app/weezem/id1547233803](https://apps.apple.com/fr/app/weezem/id1547233803) 👉 Google Play : [https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.weezemapp](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.weezemapp) Tu peux aussi t'inscrire au groupe Whatsapp Weezem ici pour être informé(e) de nos futures sorties 👉 [https://chat.whatsapp.com/BoYNpq9JUyFB6RbIIDjblC](https://chat.whatsapp.com/BoYNpq9JUyFB6RbIIDjblC) A très vite. Patrice

**Némo Biennial 2025 is back in Paris and across Île-de-France! 🌟** This major event dedicated to contemporary and digital art explores the connections between the real, the virtual, and the imaginary. Expect immersive installations, audiovisual performances, and unique interactive experiences that push the boundaries of creativity. **What’s on the program?** • Artworks and devices that blur the line between humans and machines 🤖 • Captivating sensory and visual performances 🎭 • Innovative creations from artists, designers, and researchers from around the world 🌍 We will be visiting exhibitions at **CENTQUATRE-PARIS**, one of the key venues of this edition. It will be a great moment to share impressions, discuss the artworks, and enjoy an inspiring collective experience together. 💫 More information: [https://www.biennalenemo.fr/](https://www.biennalenemo.fr/) **Want to get more involved?** Become a **co-organizer, event organizer, or assistant organizer** and help plan the outing, suggest ideas, or give a hand so everything runs smoothly. 📩 **How to participate**: Just reply directly to this message on Meetup and let us know your interests or availability. Let’s organize everything together to make this an unforgettable experience! 💫 **Spread the word!** If you have friends or colleagues who might enjoy this kind of cultural outing, invite them to join our Meetup group! The more passionate people we have, the more fun, lively, and inspiring our experiences become. 🎊 See you soon, **The Art&More Team**

Une soirée jeux de société pour rencontrer de nouvelles personnes ! Venez seul(e) ou en binôme, on formera des tables sur place. **\*\*Vous adorez les grands jeux comme Ark Nova, Projet Gaia, Through the Ages, et d'autres jeux experts ? Nous vous proposons de vous regrouper le mardi soir pour faciliter le lancement des jeux qui durent 3h et qui ont beaucoup de règles ;) \*\*** Prix d'entrée du café-jeux à 10 €, dont une boisson comprise et des jeux à volonté. Merci d'arriver entre 18h et 18h30 pour participer aux gros jeux.

**MUG Paris Workshop** : Créer des Agents IA autonomes avec MongoDB Atlas , Amazon Bedrock & AWS Salut à tous ! ✨ Pour cette nouvelle session technique, nous avons le plaisir de vous inviter à explorer la prochaine frontière de l'IA Générative ! Le RAG n'était qu'une première étape : l'industrie évolue désormais vers les **Agents IA autonomes**. Rejoignez-nous pour un workshop complet alliant théorie et pratique, où nous dépasserons le simple chatbot pour construire des agents capables d'agir concrètement sur vos données. 🤝 📅 **Au programme :** * **18h15 – 18h45 :** 📝 Accueil, Check-in, warm-up snacks & Networking. * **18h45 - 20:40 ☁️ Workshop : De la Théorie à la Pratique** Cette session débutera par une exploration approfondie des fondations nécessaires aux architectures IA modernes. Nous plongerons dans le fonctionnement des bases de données vectorielles (**Vector DB Deep Dive**) et analyserons les meilleures stratégies de chunking ainsi que le choix des modèles d'embedding. Nous aborderons ensuite le concept des Agents IA autonomes, en mettant un accent particulier sur les défis actuels ("pain points") liés à la sécurité et à l'évaluation des solutions de type **Agentic RAG**. La seconde partie sera consacrée à la mise en pratique via un **Hands-On Lab** interactif. Nous connecterons la puissance de **MongoDB Atlas** aux Knowledge Bases d'**Amazon Bedrock** pour construire une application robuste. Vous apprendrez à mettre en œuvre une indexation vectorielle **multi-modale** (texte et image) et à orchestrer une architecture agentique complexe en utilisant **AWS, LangChain et LangGraph**, permettant ainsi de créer des solutions capables de raisonner et d'agir dynamiquement. * **20h40 – fin :** 🍕 Clôture, Apéro & Networking. Avec nos experts invités : **Mariem Jabloun** (AI & Cloud Architect : De-Risking AI Solutions) & **El-Fadel BONFOH** (Architect DevOps) . ⚠️ **Prérequis : N'oubliez pas votre ordinateur portable pour pouvoir suivre la partie pratique !** 💻 📍 **Lieu :** *[AWS France,](https://maps.app.goo.gl/6Jek5EE9hLY4moPb7) Tour Carpe Diem, 31 Pl. des Corolles, 92400 Courbevoie* ⏰ **Horaires :** 18h15 - 21h00 💡 **Pourquoi venir ?** Pour maîtriser l'architecture Serverless sur AWS, créer votre propre agent, découvrir comment passer du RAG aux Agents actifs, et échanger avec des experts Data & DevOps dans une ambiance conviviale. On vous attend nombreux ! 🙌

Salut les TypeScripters, c'est parti pour le 46ème Paris TypeScript ! Un grand merci à notre hébergeur pour cet event : Yomeva (🌐 [Web](https://yomeva.com/)). N'hésitez pas à proposer vos talks via notre **[repository Github](https://github.typescript.paris)**. Le programme : **Talk #1** *Titre* : Créer un projet multi agent IA en Typescript *Auteur* : Mohamed GUEDDOURI ([LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/mohamed-gueddouri-a0765838/)) *Durée* : 20 min *Description* : L’IA ne se limite pas forcément à un simple prompt à un LLM: aujourd’hui, on parle d’agents intelligents capables de collaborer entre eux. Dans ce talk, nous verrons comment concevoir un projet Multi-Agent IA en TypeScript, en nous appuyant sur LangChain, depuis la théorie jusqu’à une implémentation concrète. **Talk #2** *Titre* : Écrire moins de tests avec l'analyse statique *Auteur* : Arnaud Barré ([Bluesky](https://bsky.app/profile/arnaud-barre.bsky.social)) - Software engineer @Carbometrix *Durée* : 20 min *Description* : Dans ce talk, je vais vous expliquer comment, chez Carbometrix, nous maintenons une application métier en TypeScript depuis plus de trois ans en nous appuyant principalement sur l’analyse statique — et comment certains bugs ont été éliminés grâce à de la codegen ou des règles de lint, plutôt que par des tests. **Talk #3** *Titre* : Building native Node.js Application in 2026 *Auteur* : Jean Burellier ([LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeanburellier)) *Durée* : 20 min *Description* : Node.js has quietly evolved into a fully-fledged native application platform. In 2026, building production-grade Node.js applications no longer means stacking layers of frameworks and dependencies. It means embracing what the runtime already provides. This talk explores how modern Node.js enables native-first development through built-in tooling (test runner, permissions, loaders, watcher), Web-standard APIs, improved performance, and tighter alignment with system capabilities. We’ll look at how to design simpler, faster, and more secure applications by relying on core features instead of third-party abstractions, and how this shift changes the way we architect, test, and deploy Node.js systems. The goal: fewer dependencies, clearer mental models, and Node.js applications that feel native, by design.

Welcome to our next Meetup, this time with the React Native Paris Community! Please ensure that you have entered your first and last name on meetup.com and not a nickname to guarantee your access to Doctolib! For safety reasons, you will be asked to produce an identity document at the entrance. ⚠️ **To register, click on this link:** https://www.meetup.com/react-native-paris-meetup/events/312910949/ **Address:** 54 Quai Charles Pasqua - Levallois-Perret **Access:** Via line 3 - Pont de Levallois Via line L - Clichy - Levallois

Join us for an untutored life drawing session with a female model. The session starts with brief warm-up poses of two minutes, followed by a series of 5-25 minute poses. Our models are professional fine art models affiliated with the Beaux-Arts de Paris, Académie de la Grande Chaumière and other Parisian life drawing ateliers. Please bring your preferred art materials. After the session, we come together for a relaxed drink and chat. It's a chance to share your drawings from the session and discuss drawing tips & techniques. You can also connect with fellow artists, exchange contacts, and promote your artistic projects. Please see a detailed schedule below: 5 poses x 2 minutes 3 poses x 5 minutes 2 poses x 10 minutes Break 15 minutes 1 pose x 25 minutes 2 poses x 10 minutes Break 5 minutes Networking (30 minutes) All media are allowed, including pastels, ink, watercolor, or paint. No easels provided. While we recommend bringing your own art supplies, a basic drawing materials set (A4 paper, soft graphite pencil, charcoal stick, and an eraser) is available for purchase at €5. Please notify us in advance if you'd like to purchase the set, and we'll have it ready for you at the session. We kindly ask everyone to RSVP to secure their spot. If you haven't booked, we reserve the right to deny participation if the session is full. For any questions about a specific session, feel free to contact us via Meetup or email your host / organizer at deni@lifedrawingmontmartre.com or maria@lifedrawingmontmartre.com **Early Bird Discount** If you book your spot at least 6 days before the session, you can enjoy a special early bird rate. After that, the regular price of €25 (excluding platform fees) applies to both untutored and instructed sessions. Don’t miss out! **Refunds** We offer a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before the event. Refunds are not issued automatically, so please send us a short message via Meetup or email maria@lifedrawingmontmartre.com to request a refund after cancellation. / Atelier libre de dessin d'après modèle vivant avec avec un modèle feminin. Chaque session commence avec des poses d’échauffement, croquis de deux minutes, puis une série de poses de 5 à 25 minutes. Tous les niveaux sont admis ! Les participants doivent amener leurs propres fournitures (papier, crayons, pinceaux, etc). Pour réserver votre place, veuillez payer en ligne. \* Nous offrons un remboursement complet si vous annulez au moins 1 jours avant l’événement. Paintings by Suzanne Valadon, Amedeo Modigliani, Jean-Auguste-Dominique Ingres, Tamara Lempicka, Jean-Léon Gérôme, Henri Matisse.

**🧠🤖 MASTERCLASS HUMAIN & DIGITAL** Comment le digital impacte ton cerveau… et tes décisions ? Notifications, écrans, IA, surcharge d’informations : le digital transforme en profondeur **notre attention, nos émotions et notre clarté mentale** — souvent sans que nous en ayons conscience. 🎤 **Masterclass offerte**, animée par : 👉 **Ghita BENKIRANE**, experte en neurosciences et change management 👉 **Damien Gorlier**\, DSI Apple externalisé \| Ex\-Apple \(15 ans\) 🎯 En 1h, nous partagerons **3 clés essentielles** pour reprendre ton pouvoir humain : ✔ comprendre l’impact du digital sur le cerveau ✔ transformer les émotions liées au digital ✔ construire une écologie digitale durable, au service de l’humain 📅 **Dimanche 15 février à 18h** 🎁 **Masterclass offerte – inscription obligatoire :** [https://forms.gle/pF9o2wLE9JjLtYNw6](https://forms.gle/pF9o2wLE9JjLtYNw6) Parce que la vraie performance commence par la **clarté intérieure**. #HumainEtDigital #Neurosciences #Leadership #IA #ClartéMentale #Webinar

``` ❤️ What if fate had a way of working things out? ❤️ On February 14th at 7 pm, Cheffes is inviting you to a unique Valentine's Day evening, designed for real connections. An unexpected rendezvous, a delicious dinner, in a warm and kind atmosphere. 🍽️ On the agenda: • Special dinner • Board games • Dancing, conversations, glances, and meaningful exchanges… • And perhaps a match ❤️ Free entrance Booking recommended: cheffes.restaurant@gmail.com or 01.49.15.56.24 Whether you're coming to meet your soulmate, a future friend, or simply someone special in your life, this evening is for you… 💞 Let fate take its course. PS: And if you're already in a relationship but simply want to enjoy a lovely evening, you are, of course, very welcome. ```

**Bonjour à toutes et à tous,** Nous sommes ravis de vous annoncer notre prochain Meetup AWS User Group Paris ! 🚀 **🗓️ Quand ?** Jeudi 12 février, à partir de 18h30 **📍 Où ?** Lenstra, 34 Avenue des Champs-Élysées, 75008 Paris Merci à Lenstra qui sponsorise l'événement. **Au programme:** *** 🎤 **Talk 1 - 19h00 : "Changer de région, réduire de l'espace de stockage : pg_transport pour migrer d'instance RDS" par Jean Hublart, Cloud Engineer, Lenstra** Migrer des bases PostgreSQL sur RDS peut être complexe. Les méthodes classiques comme backup/restore ou DMS sont longues, impliquent souvent des interruptions et augmentent la charge opérationnelle. PG_Transport offre une alternative innovante : il permet de déplacer physiquement une base d'une instance RDS à une autre, sans DMS, avec un minimum d'interruptions et un gain de temps significatif. Ce talk présentera un cas client concret, montrant comment réduire les volumes de stockage, mutualiser plusieurs bases et optimiser l'exploitation. Vous découvrirez les avantages en termes de coûts, performance et simplicité opérationnelle à travers la démonstration d'une migration réelle. 🎤 **Talk 2 - 19h45 : "Ohlala SmartOps: Un chatbot pour administrer vos EC2 en langage naturel" par Etienne Janneau, Co-founder, Ohlala Automation Solutions** Et si une IA pouvait gérer vos instances EC2 directement via Microsoft Teams ? Durant cette session, Etienne présentera Ohlala Automation Solutions et son produit Ohlala SmartOps. Vous découvrirez comment cette solution transforme la gestion quotidienne de vos EC2 grâce à une interface conversationnelle. La démonstration live vous montrera concrètement comment déployer et utiliser cet assistant IA pour gagner en productivité et réactivité dans l'administration de votre infrastructure AWS. *** **🍕 Buffet et networking ! - 20h30** **On a hâte de vous y retrouver !** **L'équipe AWS User Group Paris** ===== Consentement à la photographie/vidéo et utilisation des données ===== En participant à ce Meetup, vous consentez à ce que nous : * Prenions des photos et vidéos lors de l'événement et les utilisions sur les réseaux sociaux et dans des supports promotionnels * Utilisions les informations de votre questionnaire d'inscription pour la gestion de l'événement, nos communications et le partage avec Lenstra et les parties prenantes impliquées dans l'organisation

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**A Propos** Les HackNight de l’association CogLab, NeuroTechX Paris sont des soirées hebdomadaires conviviales, propices aux échanges et à la réalisation d’activités communautaires, accessible en présentiel et en ligne, avec la communauté NeuroTechX locale et internationale et la communauté du Learning Planet Institute (LPI). Plus d'informations sur https://coglab.fr/hacknight/ **Lieu de rencontre** On se retrouve dans le MakerLab du LPI (ex Centre de Recherche Interdisciplinaire) situé rue Charles V, Paris 4e. On s'efforce de proposer un format hybride en présentiel à Paris et en ligne sur Jitsi : https://meet.jit.si/NeuroTechX-Hacknight N'hésitez pas à proposer une intervention ou manifester un besoin via ce formulaire (pitch, retour d'expérience, revue d'actualité, etc.) https://forms.gle/gK7YWBgWp9tmnVSL8 **Animateurs** \- En présentiel : Hans \- En ligne : Morgan \(en anglais\) **Programme de la soirée** Partie 1/ **Forum NeuroTech(x)** (FR/EN - 18h30-20h00) 🔬 🗞 Revue d’actualité hebdomadaire sur les neurotechnologies et partage de l'actualité communautaire 🇱🇷 Des discussions sont susceptibles d'être en partie en anglais, selon la présence de membres internationaux du réseau NeuroTechX. 👋 Ce créneau est ouvert à toutes et tous. **Pause dinatoire** (Offline FR - 20h00-20h30) 🍽 Pause dîner dans le Hall principal de l'établissement, à quelques pas du MakerLab (pas de nourriture ou boisson dans le lab). Chacun apporte ce qu'il souhaite pour un moment convivial. Partie 2/ **Projets communautaires** (FR/EN - 20h30-21h30) 🚀 📋 Poursuite des activités autour des projets de la communauté locale et de la vie de l’association et en interaction avec les membres du LPI. Ce moment favorise d'entraide et l'émulation collective. ⚠️ Il s'agit d'un créneau plutôt privilégié aux membres de l’association pour faciliter l'avancement des projets. Pour cette soirée, nous nous focaliserons sur le projet Reciprocal Brain avec le NeuroArtist Walid. *** **Informations et astuces 💡** * Les horaires indiqués peuvent varier en fonction des priorités de la soirée et des personnes présentes. * Ces soirées peuvent accueillir des présentations, démos et retours d’expérience, idéalement programmé à l’avance. * Certains moments peuvent être enregistrés, avec le consentement des intéressé•e•s, pour permettre de les mettre à disposition en « replay ». * Les échanges sont plutôt d’ordre informel et chacun est libre d’arriver à l’heure qu’il le souhaite. En respectant le découpage de la soirée. * La partie Forum est susceptible d'être en anglais. Vous pouvez signaler le langage que vous comprenez pour que l’on s'adapte aux retours et demandes de chacun. **Ressources 🤯** * Site web https://coglab.fr/ * Agenda https://coglab.fr/actu/agenda/ * Devenir membre ou soutenir l’association https://helloasso.com/associations/coglab/ * NTX Paris Trello for local projects https://trello.com/scoglab * NTX GitHub https://github.com/NeuroTechX * Global Slack community https://neurotechx.com

Join our partners Watermark Woods Native Plants, Loudoun County Public Library (LCPL), and Birch Tree Bookstore for the Read! Plant! Grow! Book Club, which focuses on native plants, sponsored by Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy and LCPL. At this meeting we’ll discuss the book Animal, Vegetable, Miracle by Barbara Kingsolver. Both memoir and journalistic investigation, this book explores how the Kingsolver family took on a new challenge: to spend a year on a locally -produced diet, paying close attention to the provenance of all they consume. Concerned about the environmental, social, and physical costs of American food culture, they hoped to recover what Kingsolver considers our nation’’s lost appreciation for farms and the natural processes of food production. You can either buy the book from Birch Tree Bookstore or contact Allison Forbes at [Allison.forbes@loudoun.gov](mailto:Allison.forbes@loudoun.gov) to borrow a copy of the book at the library. There are two ways to participate: attend the event online via the library website or [sign up to participate in person at Birch Tree Bookstore](https://www.birchtreebookstore.com/event-details/read-plant-grow-2026-02-24-18-30). ***Questions:*** *Contact [info@loudounwildlife.org](mailto:info@loudounwildlife.org)*.

Join PSW Science® on February 20 at 8 PM as we welcome Karen Lloyd, Wrigley Chair in Environmental Studies Professor of Earth Sciences at the University of Southern California. During the question and answer period, in-person attendees and live stream viewers may ask the speaker questions, and in-person attendees may also engage with the speaker during the post-lecture reception. Refreshments are served. For more information on this meeting, please visit: https://pswscience.org/meeting/2531/ The meeting will be held in the John Wesley Powell Auditorium, adjacent to the Cosmos Club. The Powell Auditorium is located at 2170 Florida Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20008. Use of the Cosmos Club is restricted to the Powell Auditorium, the entryway to the auditorium, and the restrooms immediately outside the auditorium. Please note there is no onsite parking available. PSW Science, founded in 1871, is one of the oldest scientific societies in Washington D.C. Now, over 150 years later, we celebrate the Society's rich history and contributions to scientific discovery and cross-disciplinary collaboration. For information on how to become a member of PSW Science and membership benefits, please visit https://pswscience.org/join/

*Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy registration requested at* [The Disappearance and Persistence of Bees (Virtual) - Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy](https://loudounwildlife.org/event/persistent-native-bees/) The demise and disappearance of bees is well documented, yet bees still persist. Wildlife biologist Sam Droege shares a more nuanced look at the current state of native bees based on his research. This presentation is co-sponsored by the Loudoun County Public Library and Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy. ***Questions:*** *Contact [info@loudounwildlife.org](mailto:info@loudounwildlife.org)*.

…Carroll, 304 pages [Physics] • Hardcover • Kindle • Audiobook • Library: https://fcplcat.fairfaxcounty.gov/search/title.aspx?ctx=1.1033.0.0.1&pos=1&cn=611358 Check the How To Find Us section for Zoom Link **(Remember, the Zoom Link is different each month, do not bookmark)** ### Review Praise for Quanta and Fields: “Readers will be electrified by his discussion of wave functions, entanglement, fields, and so much more. From the most infinitesimal of subatomic particles to the seemingly vast infinities of the universe’s great expanse, Carroll’s latest inquiry illuminates, well, everything.” —Booklist "In that void between hand-wavy popular science and academic textbook, this modern, informative and engaging account of quantum physics ticks all the boxes. Carroll the Explainer at his very best." —Jim Al-Khalili ### About the Author Sean Carroll is Homewood Professor of Natural Philosophy at Johns Hopkins University, and Fractal Faculty at the Santa Fe Institute. He is host of the Mindscape podcast, and author of From Eternity to Here, The Particle at the End of the Universe, The Big Picture, and Something Deeply Hidden. He has been awarded prizes and fellowships by the National Science Foundation, NASA, the American Institute of Physics, the Royal Society of London, and many others. He lives in Baltimore with his wife, writer Jennifer Ouellette.

The next NoVABeerSec event - "Informal Gathering of Security Minds Over Beer'' will be Wednesday, February 25th, 5:30PM til 7ish at Crooked Run Fermentation (22455 Davis Drive, Sterling, VA ). **BONUS** there is a Senor Ramon Taqueria as part of the brewery; so it will be a “Taco Wednesday” for everyone ;) **Venue for February:** Crooked Run Fermentation (https://crookedrunfermentation.com/sterling-virginia-2/) - Crooked Run Fermentation is a Virginia-based producer of contemporary and traditional beers, coolship sours, natural wines, ciders, and seltzers. Started in 2013 in Leesburg, Virginia, Crooked Run has developed a following for creative and nuanced beverages across a variety of styles, from lagers to IPAs, barrel-aged stouts, sours, and beyond beer. In 2017, we opened our main production facility in Sterling, Virginia, and will open a third location in northeast DC in 2022. Opened in 2017, the Sterling location features a bustling taproom, outdoor biergarten, 10 BBL brewhouse, and best of all, TACOS! Senor Ramon Taqueria offers a full menu of tacos, quesadillas, empanadas, and more. Come relax with 12 beers on tap, weekend live music, and some great food! If you're biking, we're right off the W&OD Trail. **Additional Info:** We are an inclusive group, so if we missed anyone please let us know or if you want to bring your significant other/spouse please do. Have a great week and see you later this month! Cheers, Rinaldi Rampen & Mike McCabe of @NoVABeerSec

*theme:* **DIY Group Psychoanalysis "Making Unconscious Conscious"** Psychoanalysis "unlocks the past, informs the present, and expands the future. video clips: **Psychoanalytic theory in 3 minutes** [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ucB1b6f750k](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ucB1b6f750k) **Psychoanalysis A Curiosity about the mind 6min** [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TcmVjQBF4MQ](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TcmVjQBF4MQ) Psychoanalysis = a theory and practice treating symptoms and personality as **disguised compromises** around unconscious conflicts, using a structured relationship (transference) to make those patterns visible so you can **repeat less blindly** and **choose a bit more freely**. "Until you ***make the unconscious conscious***, it will direct your life and you will call it fate." Carl Jung \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Interpersonal Process Group** **Psychodynamic shared exploration, learning and growth** Interpersonal process groups focus on the interactions and dynamics between group members to facilitate personal growth and learning. These groups provide a courageous space for individuals to explore their interpersonal patterns, receive feedback, and develop more effective social skills. **The core principle is that the group itself becomes a microcosm of a member's real-life relationships, allowing for insights and behavioral changes.** Key aspects of interpersonal process groups: * **Exploration of Interpersonal Dynamics:** Members examine their communication styles, relationship patterns, and how they relate to others within the group. * **Feedback and Self-Awareness:** The group provides a platform for members to receive feedback on their behaviors and develop greater self-awareness. * **Development of Social Skills:** Members practice new ways of relating, communicating, and collaborating within the group, leading to improved social skills. * **Microcosm of Relationships:** The group mirrors real-life relationships, allowing members to observe and analyze their patterns in a safe and controlled setting. * **Personal Growth and Well-being:** Through these processes, individuals can experience significant personal growth and enhanced well-being. Benefits of participating in an interpersonal process group: * **Increased self-awareness:** Understanding one's own behavior and its impact on others. * **Improved communication skills:** Learning to communicate more effectively and assertively. * **Stronger relationships:** Developing more fulfilling and meaningful relationships. * **Reduced anxiety and stress:** Finding support and coping mechanisms for social challenges. * **Enhanced empathy and understanding:** Learning to see situations from others' perspectives. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Join us for an exciting meeting of personal growth as we delve deep into the realm of self-development. This meetup is designed for personal growth addicts like you who are eager to unlock their hidden potential and take charge of their lives. Don't miss this chance to meet fellow personal growth enthusiasts, share experiences, and learn from one another. Step into a journey of self-discovery, empowerment, and transformation. Come prepared to engage in provocative conversations, share your opinions, wrestle with challenging ideas, and leave with a renewed sense of deeper meaning and learning. **Tentative Agenda:** 1:00pm Social, Setup & Introductions, guidelines, terminology; 1:15pm Interactive open dialogue conversation & sharing; 2:45pm debrief, summary, debrief 3:00pm finish Light snacks, water & hot tea provided. Tysons-Pimmit Library is on Leesburg Pike (Rt 7) in Falls Church, VA off I-495 beltway exit 47. **Conference room** is down 1st left hallway, on right side right after the bathrooms.

Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy registration required at [Birding Algonkian - Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy](https://loudounwildlife.org/event/birding-algonkian-feb/) Join Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy on a search for birds at Loudoun’s top birding hotspot, ***[Algonkian Regional Park](https://loudounwildlife.org/2016/11/algonkian-park/)*** in eastern Loudoun, for the monthly bird walk. Combining extensive frontage along the Potomac River, rich bottomland forests, wetlands, and extensive grassy areas, this can be a very productive place to bird. Bring binoculars if you have them. We’ll meet at the boat ramp next to the parking lot. ([Boat ramp location.](https://goo.gl/maps/Pz1S69mqSuX1z3FW8)) ***Registration required.*** ***Questions:*** *Contact [bhenson@loudounwildlife.org](mailto:bhenson@loudounwildlife.org).*