Personal & Professional Development

**\*Subject: Join Me at the Next BNI Chapter Meeting!\*** Hi, I hope this message finds you well. I would like to extend a special invitation to you to join me at our upcoming BNI Chapter meeting. It's an event I'm excited about, and I believe you'll find it both valuable and enjoyable. BNI (Business Network International) has been a game-changer for my business, helping me connect with like-minded professionals, expand my network, and generate quality referrals. I believe that you, too, could benefit from being a part of our dynamic BNI Chapter. At the meeting, you'll have the opportunity to: * Network with fellow professionals from various industries. * Share information about your business and what types of referrals you are seeking. * Learn more about the power of referral marketing and how it can boost your business. * Discover the success stories of other BNI members. This meeting is a great chance for you to see firsthand BNI's incredible potential and how it can help you grow your business. I will be there to introduce you to fellow members and guide you through the process. Date: 9 May 2024 Time:7.30 am to 10.00 am Fee: $58 Venue: Chui Huay Lim Club 190 Keng Lee Road #04-01 Singapore 308409 Dress Code: Business Attire If you can make it, please RSVP by 8 May at 4.00 pm so we can ensure your spot at the meeting. [https://www.eventbrite.sg/e/9-may-24-bni-synergy-weekly-networking-meeting-tickets-885471006617?aff=oddtdtcreator](https://www.eventbrite.sg/e/9-may-24-bni-synergy-weekly-networking-meeting-tickets-885471006617?aff=oddtdtcreator) I genuinely believe that your presence at this meeting can significantly impact your business and professional network. If you have any questions or need further information, please don't hesitate to let me know. I'm looking forward to seeing you at the BNI Chapter meeting and introducing you to this fantastic group of business professionals. Together, we can take our businesses to new heights. Best regards, P/S: For more information about BNI, click here: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JTLWbaIKJuw&t=5s](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JTLWbaIKJuw&t=5s) To find out more about BNI Synergy, click here [www.bnisynergy.sg](http://www.bnisynergy.sg) If you have any questions, please feel free to WhatsApp me at 98394575 or Email soononn@kashacademy.com

This is at Asia Square Tower 1 of Citigroup near Downtown MRT. We'll be at the outdoor lunch tables in the common area near Asia Square Tower 1. Look for people with chess boards. We are always on, have never missed a Wednesday (except for Covid). Rain, Hail or Shine we are on (under cover). Even public holidays. Please bring a tournament sized chess board/pieces if you have one, as there is always more people than boards. This Chess meetup is for all levels of play, open to everyone free of charge regardless of race, gender or age. I will always find you an evenly matched opponent. No one should feel intimidated or embarrassed to play. It's Social Chess! Look forward to seeing you at the social chess meetup where we'll play some games, go through a famous game and for those interested, have a drink afterwards. If you're new to chess, come along and we'll have fun going through how the game works Asia Square Building Management have kindly granted permission to use their tables for this Chess Meetup on the proviso that we are orderly and we return the tables to original configurations after use (taking care not to damage the edge of tables). We have been featured in the Straits Times. http://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/after-work-chess-group-checks-all-the-right-boxes ( http://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/after-work-chess-group-checks-all-the-right-boxes ) Cheers Brad

Meet new people and play light hearted games 🥳 \> **Beginner-Friendly**; host will introduce & teach games \> **Easy to pick up**: learn & play in 5 mins \> **Welcoming crowd**: most participants join alone **>** Game genre: light strategy, party games, social deduction & more 🎫 **Entry: 15/pax**\*\* \> *Inclusive of boardgaming & 2 drinks* \> Food available at venue if dinner required \>\> **Top up $5 for** **entry to subsequent boardgame event from 8pm-10pm!** (*subject to availability and confirmation, do check in with us via whatsapp or in person*!) *\- Note: For early birds who have confirmed attendance\, your extension spots are secured\!* 🏠 Venue: **The Noodle Place** **15A Circular Road (2nd Floor)** *Nearest MRT: Clark Quay / Raffles Place* Do Whatsapp 8337-0678 to confirm your attendance and share about your game genre preference, if any, so we can put you on a suitable table! -- By signing up for the event, you agree to the following: 🪑 Be mindful of your RSVP! Update 4 hours prior to the event if something else comes up and you can’t attend so someone else can join the fun! 📸 Photos will be taken during the event for publicity purposes. Please sound out if uncomfortable. 🚫 No soliciting, MLM, investment pitches or harassment. Let's keep it friendly! For more information, please feel free to whatsapp 8337-0678

**Thunder Pong 雷攻乒乓 Wednesday Table Tennis – Developing to Intermediate Players** **(7:00 PM – 10:00 PM | 3 Hours)** Join us at Thunder Pong for a friendly and structured table tennis session catered for developing to intermediate players. Suitable for players building consistency, improving rallies, and gaining match confidence. **Skill Level** Open to developing to intermediate players who can rally at a basic–moderate level and are eager to improve. Participants should have a basic understanding of the game rules and maintain fair play and sportsmanship. **What to Bring** • Your own table tennis racket • Tables & balls provided (Nittaku / DFish / DHS 3⭐ 40+) **Venue** • High-grade 7mm ITTF-approved flooring • Fully air-conditioned **Important Rules** •⏰ Session runs 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM •👟 Indoor court shoes only 🚫 **Running / track / outdoor shoes / slippers NOT allowed** • 🍴 No eating in playing area • Play responsibly — any damage to venue/equipment is chargeable **RSVP & Payment** • $9 per session | PayNow only • Join waitlist to indicate interest • Once moved to RSVP (Going), payment must be made at least 48 hours before session • Unpaid slots may be released to the waitlist •Maximum 8 players per session If you have any questions, feel free to contact me directly. Let’s enjoy a supportive TT session — building confidence, improving consistency, and making new friends 🏓 **Disclaimer** Participation is voluntary and at your own risk. Thunder Pong is not liable for injuries, damages, or losses. Players confirm they are medically fit, agree to sportsmanlike conduct, are responsible for personal belongings, and consent to photos/videos for promotional use.

No-agenda hangout for women to connect, chat, and vibe with like-minded people. It’s a safe, welcoming space to make new friends, share stories, and grow your circle—no pressure, just good energy. Entrance fee $5: you may redeem a canned drink or a cup of single scoop ice cream of your choice.

**NEWCOMERS & BEGINNERS WELCOME** 🥳 \> First time attending? Hosts will gladly settle you into a table and recommend easy\-to\-learn games Whether you're a curious beginner, seasoned gamer or new in town looking to make connections, join us for a night of friendly competition, good company, and maybe discover a new favorite game! \> Over 100 party\, social deduction & light strategy games \> Welcome to bring your own game\! \(Any genre\) 🎫 Entry: **$12/pax** Inclusive of a complimentary welcome treat: \> **FREE 1\* Dessert Bowl, or** \> **FREE 2\* Can Drinks** 🏠 Venue: **The Noodle Place** **15A Circular Road (2nd Floor)** Nearest MRT: Clark Quay / Raffles Place Do Whatsapp 8337-0678 to confirm your attendance and share about your game genre preference, if any, so we can put you on a suitable table! \>\>\>\>\> By signing up for the event, you agree to the following: 🪑 Be mindful of your RSVP! Update 4 hours prior to the event if something else comes up and you can’t attend so someone else can join the fun! 📸 Photos will be taken during the event for publicity purposes. Please sound out if uncomfortable. 🚫 No soliciting, MLM, investment pitches or harassment. Let's keep it friendly! No outside food please! For inclusivity, gameplay will be in English and may be less accessible if you’re not fluent. **‼️ No refunds for sudden unavailability. In the event of cancellation, a full refund will be provided promptly.** For more information, please feel free to whatsapp 8337-0678

**ARE YOU LOOKING TO DOUBLE OR TRIPLE YOUR BUSINESS IN 2023?** Network with over 100 committed business owners and get the right business deals. BNI is the world’s leading business referral organization with over 296,182 members in over 10,851 BNI Chapters worldwide. In 2021 alone, BNI Members shared over 12.6 million valuable new client referrals and generated over $19.4B (USD) in revenue. We are a member-focused business referral network that works. You will develop long-lasting relationships with like-minded business professionals, create opportunities through referral marketing and grow your business skills. During the meeting, you will have the chance to present a short introduction about your business and share what type of referrals you are looking for. You will also have the opportunity to listen to other members' presentations and learn about their businesses and referrals. Venue: Civil Service Club @Tessensohn 60 Tessensohn Rd Singapore 217664 Visitor Meeting Fee: $58 (Singapore Dollars) Visitor Registration Link: [https://www.eventbrite.sg/e/25-apr-24-bni-synergy-weekly-networking-meeting-tickets-816176264177](https://www.eventbrite.sg/e/25-apr-24-bni-synergy-weekly-networking-meeting-tickets-816176264177) When submitting the form, please state that the member who invited you to the event is Chong Soon Onn. For more information about BNI, click here: [What is BNI? \| How BNI Helps Small Businesses Grow \| Visit a Chapter](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JTLWbaIKJuw&t=5s) If you have any questions, please feel free to WhatsApp me at 98394575 or Email soononn@kashacademy.com

**Overview** Toa Payoh Central CC and Advanced Toastmasters Club Chapter Meeting Do you want to build confidence in public speaking and communicate effectively? Learn and Practice Public Speaking at **Toa Payoh Central CC Toastmasters Club** Toastmasters is a mutually supportive and positive learning environment in which you and your fellow club members can learn, develop and build on those skills. At Toastmasters you benefit from: * Mentors * Experiential learning and * Educational workshops **How to join this event?** 1. Sign up this event 2. Visit the meeting location 10 minutes earlier for registration at 6:50pm 3. Enjoy the Toastmasters chapter meeting! Hope to see you soon!

Have you ever noticed your confidence quietly depends on whether someone said “good job” that week? You’re capable. You know your stuff. But somehow, in the quieter moments, the self-doubt creeps in. And you realise you’ve been waiting for someone else’s validation to feel like enough. That’s the approval trap. Most of us are in it without realising. I’ve lived this pattern myself. This dinner is my way of creating the conversation I wish I’d had earlier. We’ll spend the evening unpacking the psychology behind approval-seeking, recognising how it quietly shows up in our lives, and leaving with something real to take forward. **💫 What to expect:** * A warm, guided group coaching conversation * Psychology-backed tools to shift the pattern * One personal takeaway to carry forward **Details** 📅 Thursday, 28 May 2026 · 7:00–9:00PM 📍 CBD (exact location shared upon registration and payment made) 👥 6 women 🎟️ S$30 per person (community pricing) Hosted by: Alicia https://alicia.co

**What happens when you mix good coffee with great financial insights?** Come find out! Join us for an intimate meetup designed to help you connect with experts and like-minded people in a totally casual, low-pressure setting. Whether you want to talk strategy or just meet new friends who "get" the finance world, there is a seat at the table for you. Our Entry fee is $3 only. **Time: 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM** **Host: Tianna** **Venue: One Holland, Ya Kun Kaya Toast.** **Important: Please Read Before Registering** To keep the vibes friendly and the conversations meaningful, we are strictly limiting each host to only 10 guests. Because spots are so limited, we ask all attendees to follow these conditions: **Connect with us: Please follow our Meetup and Social Media platforms to stay updated!** **Meetup: [https://www.meetup.com/members/387832029/](https://www.meetup.com/members/387832029/)** **Facebook: [https://www.facebook.com/williaestate/](https://www.facebook.com/williaestate/)** **Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/williaestate/](https://www.instagram.com/williaestate/)** **Tiktok: [https://www.tiktok.com/@willia.estate](https://www.tiktok.com/@willia.estate)** **Respect the Seat :** If you register but find you can no longer make it, please edit your attendance to remove your name. This allows someone on the waiting list to join the conversation! **Disclaimer for late Registrations** Kindly inform participants that registration must be completed at least 5 hours before the event starts, and late registrations will not be accepted. **These spots will fly— pick your favorite time slot and book your seat now!**

### 📚 Wiser Faster Club - May 2026 Meetup Hi there learners and Wiser Faster community members! See you at our next meetup in May 2026, \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Important Update 8th May** **\- Registration is a TWO STEP PROCESS** **\- Even if you have registered for this event on Meetup below\, please ALSO complete your details on the NLB official event's portal link https://nlb\.libcal\.com/event/5905730** **\- This will help manage the logistics\. TQ\!** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- I am proud to announce that the Wiser Faster Club will be joining the National Library Board's LearnX Community. As such, we will be re-locating our meetup venue to the Central Library! Life gets busy. Books pile up. And sometimes what would be great is finding someone to share the *aha!* moments with us. That’s what Wiser Faster is all about: a space for curious, growth-minded people to come together, share what they’ve learned from a great non-fiction book, and spark deeper conversations. Join us to build a quality network and accelerate your own growth! ### What To Expect **📍 Date:** Sat, 30th May 2026 **🕙 Time:** 10am–12pm **📌 Venue:** Programme Room 3, Basement 1, Central Library , 100 Victoria St **👥 Group Size:** Small & focused (20-25pax) so everyone gets to contribute Rather than the *typical* book club where everyone has to read the same book beforehand, WFC is a relaxed brunch-time huddle with 2-3 “Book Sharers” taking 15min turns to present insights from a piece of non-fiction that they’ve read which is followed by open discussion. Bring your curiosity and let’s bounce ideas around. ### How You Can Join **🙋 Learner**-Sit in, listen actively, and join the discussion if you feel like it **📚 Sharer**\- Read a non\-fiction book that blew your mind? Present your key takeaways in 15min\-s\. **🎙️ Host**-For returning members keen to try light facilitation or emceeing *"We become good by reading. We become great by writing. We gain mastery by teaching"* ### Agenda \*Introduce yourselves (15mins) * Sharer A (15mins) \*Discussion A (30mins) * Break (15mins) \*Sharer B (15mins) * Discussion B (30mins) \*Group selfie and break off * (Optional) Post-event meal, buy your own (OTOT) **[RSVP etiquette]** • Update your RSVP if you can’t attend to help with planning. • No-shows are unfair to those on the waitlist. • Consistent no-shows may result in blacklisting from future events 📩 *Interested in being a future book reviewer/sharer? Join our Telegram channel to talk to other WFC members and get the latest updates [https://t.me/+Im6CfPzD60RlNTA1](https://t.me/+Im6CfPzD60RlNTA1)* Let’s get Wiser, Faster - Together.

**A)** You want to enjoy your career **B)** You want to enjoy your personal life **C)** You want to reach your potential **D)** You want insightful, transformative conversations that allow you to tap into the best of yourself **E)** You want to live up to your full potential and move forward in life **F)** You want to make it happen and no longer want to drift along **1)** Roger Federer, the greatest tennis player of all time, has a coach. Bill Gates, the richest man in the world, had a coach. Mark Zukerberg and Richard Branson had coaches. **2)** Roger Federer, Bill Gates, Mark Zukerberg and Richard Branson did not overcome their obstacles by attending feel good motivational talks that are over-priced 3 days rah rah concerts in disguise. **3)** They go for the real thing. They know that such rah rah talks cannot address specific challenges. **4)** Now, if these successful people have coaches, why should you be shy of coaching? Having a coach is as as natural as going to the doctor when you have a fever that doesn't go away with panadol. Having a coach is as natural as going to a mechanic when you can't figure out why your car cannot start. **5)** Empower Advisory is committed to give you a full single session of FREE life coaching. Absolutely FREE. We believe that the more successful you are, the better the world will be. You will get a professional personality assessment to understand yourself better and a one to one coaching session that is easily worth a few hundred dollars. **6)** All information shared in the coaching session is kept strictly confidential. You are not judged in any way (unlike your family, friends or colleagues) and can be totally yourself. We just strive to give you a leg up. **7)** All coaching sessions are on a one to one basis. A date and time will be arranged for you upon your life coaching request. All schedule will be arranged according to our Principal Life Coach's availability. **8)** Just whatsapp 8332 4283 to book your slot. **9)** Enjoy a personalised one to one or small group discussion in the fun setting of Members Only - Mandala Club at 31 Bukit Pasoh Rd, Singapore 089845. It's in town and it's easy to get there via Outram Park MRT station! **10)** To book a session, whatsapp Admin Dave at 83324283. If you have RSVP-ed for a private session, do whatsapp to confirm your attendance too! Sessions will only happen if they are confirmed.

🏛️ **WHAT'S PRACTICAL PHILOSOPHY ABOUT?** Practical Philosophy is a weekly meet-up that brings critical thinkers together for an opportunity to dive deep on a topic, practice communicating, and building a community. All with no ‘official’ philosophy knowledge required! 😎 Practical Philosophy is based on the idea that philosophy should be accessible to all, and not something reserved only for academics. Each week we choose a topic, and the goal is to use the conversation to develop our critical thinking and communication as we explore that topic. The goal is to help develop our Critical Thinking, Communication, and Community 🙌 📓 **HOW DOES IT WORK?** Each week, we pick one topic and discuss it. The topic for the week is shared, generally in the [Whatsapp group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Dsjl0cwLVxR4tw1jTC1Osx?mode=gi_t), along with jump-off points to get the conversation going. When groups get bigger than 7-8 people, it’s important that we break into smaller groups. This way we are able to maintain a conversational flow as opposed to having our meetups feel like a discourse or lecture. **General Meeting Agenda** Each Practical Philosophy meet-up follows this general timeline: * 19:00-19:15 - People arrive and chat, get to know each other before the ‘official' start. * 19:15-19:25 - Meeting introduction, explanation of Practical Philosophy and the topic for the week, read the guidelines and the overview so attendees know what to expect in terms of timelines. * 19:25-20:45 - Break into small groups - introduce yourselves and general thoughts on the topic, open discussion afterwards. At this point the group can review the ‘jump-off’ questions as needed, but they are just there to help guide the conversation. It’s not obligatory to answer them. * 20:45-21:00 - Bring everyone back together to discuss conclusions of the topic - each group gives a short 1-minute summary. Organizer concludes the meeting and everyone takes a group photo. * 21:00 - The official meeting is over but it’s a great opportunity to get to know people in a non-structured environment, so we often stick around, chat, and get to know each other. **🧧PRICING?** Practical Philosophy Club is FREE to attend! We just ask that if we are meeting in a café, buy a beverage! Some chapters rent a space for us to meet, and they may ask for donations to help contribute to the cost of rent. Donations will always be 100% voluntary though! 💛 **WHAT PEOPLE SAY ABOUT PRACTICAL PHILOSOPHY** 🗣 “I feel like Philosophy Club helps someone build their own belief system through a series of perspectives while not promoting what’s right and wrong” - Ekam 🗣 “I got hooked from day 1 (the topic was authority) and felt it was the right place for me. I feel it is a place where people can go to learn and discuss new perspectives and increase critical thinking and community by interacting with people who might challenge your point of views but at the same time encourage you to have openness and mind flexibility.” - Daniel **🤓 FAQ** * ​What will we talk about? What's the topic? ​The topic for the week is shared every Sunday in the Whatsapp group. We try to add the topic to the comment section on this event page as well but if you don’t see it, the topic and the jump-off points will be in our [Whatsapp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Dsjl0cwLVxR4tw1jTC1Osx?mode=gi_t). * Do I need to study or read anything to attend? No preparation is necessary. This isn’t a study of other thinkers. We want to know what YOU think about the topic, not what an old philosopher thought. If you have a perspective from a religion or a school of thought to share, throw it on the table and we’ll discuss it, but it's not required. * Is there a specific philosophy that Practical Philosophy is focused on? The goal of our meet-ups is to not have dogmatic discussions, and flex our critical thinking muscles. Because of this, we want to hear from every realm of thought, and don't study a particular school. * Is it mostly men that attend? Surprisingly, no! Although philosophy is seen as a Candelabra affair in a dark room with a bunch of guys, our Practical Philosophy meetups are generally 50/50 between genders, and we don’t meet in any dark rooms. * Can I come alone? Of course you can, we encourage it :) * Can I be late? Please don't be! We do have a 15 minute grace period where we allow people to funnel in while we hang out, but after that if you arrive too late, it disrupts the flow of the conversation. * Where do you meet? The location is posted in Meetup and our [Whatsapp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Dsjl0cwLVxR4tw1jTC1Osx?mode=gi_t) group for this location. It is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED that you join the Whatsapp group! If you want to know what other cities have a Practical Philosophy Club, you can see our chapters on our [website](https://www.practicalphilosophy.club/practical-philosophy-locations/). **PRACTICAL PHILOSOPHY - Making Philosophy Available To All.** ✨ Practical Philosophy hosts weekly, in-person meetups in over 20 countries, including Canada, Spain, Japan, Mexico and many more! 🗺️ \*\*\* Join our [Whatsapp group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Dsjl0cwLVxR4tw1jTC1Osx?mode=gi_t) 👈 Follow us on [Instagram](www.instagram.com/practicalphilosophyclub/) 👈 Our [website](https://www.practicalphilosophy.club/) 👈

Event location change: Monk's Brew Club Bring extension cords if you have! Hey everyone! We organising a co-working + socialising session for all of us who like to work on something (e.g. our own project, freelance or remote work) but feel working alone at home can get a bit lonely :-) To ensure that we have both socialising AND working, we will be using the so called “Pomodoro” technique: **50min of deep work** (silent), followed by **10min of break** to socialise. Then repeat, we typically do up to 3 rounds. It’s an effective way to stay focused - you can read more about it [here](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pomodoro_Technique). Anyone from any background is welcome, whatever project you are working on or whatever is your personal background. ——————————————————- AGENDA: * **15min Intro (please come on time)** Get to know everyone, talk about what you will work on today * **Pomodoro Session** \- 3x \(3h\) Each Pomodoro session consists of 50min of uninterrupted “deep work” (no talking, no interruptions, no phones) -> then 10min of break: share your progress with others, talk about what you are stuck on etc. -> Repeat * **Wrap Up and dinner (optional)** Share your progress, socialise and get to know others 😊 ———— Location is Monk’s Brew Club (57 East Coast Road, Singapore 428773). We have booked a separate room with multiple tables at the 2nd floor of the cafe, just walk all the way through to the back when you walk in, or ask the barista. Wifi + power plugs are there but best to bring a fully charged laptop and extension cords, just in case 🙃 You DO NOT have to pay anything, but since we are using the café space, it would be common courtesy to buy at least one drink. Please remember to release your RSVP in case you are not able to make it for the people on the waitlist and looking forward to seeing you there! :) Note: RSVP-ing and then no show will result in penalties: 1 No show = warning 2 No shows = de-prioritized for those in waitlist 3 No shows = blocked from future events Cheers Vicente

PLEASE NOTE!!! This event will be In-Person for our very 1st Improving collab! If you know the [Columbus Unity group](https://www.meetup.com/columbus-unity-user-group/) location, we'll be at the same place. This is our 1st event and are doing a soft launch with limited attendance. 1st come 1st serve. If you want to be there and we fill up, please email me at [info@thecogg.com](mailto:info@thecogg.com) and I'll be in touch. All street parking is free on Sundays but you can also pay to park in any of the local garages. See image of [parking map here](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Mr9_LFIggbs-0_Zd3AJTGNqEhgMf2TzQ/view?usp=sharing). \-\-\- On the last Sunday of the month, we're having our usual end-of-the-month social gathering with our GameDev Meetup meeting. There will be announcements and presentations followed by some social networking Let's continue the conversations with good vibes and friends. All are welcomed from all ages and backgrounds to this public event. If we can, we'll be streaming or uploading the video later via our COGG YouTube channel here: [https://www.youtube.com/@TheCOGG/streams](https://www.youtube.com/@TheCOGG/streams) (Also please do subscribe if you have not done so!) No game development experience required! If you are interested in doing a 20 minute game development related presentation, please fill out our form online here: [https://goo.gl/forms/lVdTJZiNJewlPJuj1](https://goo.gl/forms/lVdTJZiNJewlPJuj1) Or e-mail us at info@thecogg.com with the following: Your Name, Company/Affiliation, Name of Your Game/Topic, Description, Tech Needs, and Your Contact. Be sure to check out our Discord for real time news updates: [https://discord.gg/NrBhuNQ](https://discord.gg/NrBhuNQ)

**The idea for this group is to build a community where men can gather together and build connections & learn and grow from each other.** How we start each meeting is by each of us checking in with our "roses and thorns" aka what are the good things and the bad things going on in your life recently? Then we will go into a topic discussion. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **COMMUNITY AGREEMENTS** \*\*THERE WILL BE A ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY FOR NO-SHOWS. IF YOU RSVP TO A MEETING AND FAIL TO SHOW UP WITHOUT NOTICE, YOU'LL BE REMOVED FROM THE GROUP. THIS IS TO PRESERVE THE INTEGRITY OF THE GROUP\*\* 1. Confidentiality - EVERYTHING that is shared NEVER leaves this space so that this space remains safe and sacred. There is a zero tolerance policy for this. If a man is in violation of this, they will be permanently removed from the group. 2. Non-Judgement - we respect and honor every man’s truth so that we may receive the same from others. While we may not agree on everything, we commit to respecting every man’s perspectives and engaging in honorable discussion with one another. 3. Be committed - honor your commitment to this group and to yourself. If you attend a meeting, please commit yourself fully to the meeting. Also be committed to your own journey. When we fail, we own it & clean it up. 4. Speak from the heart - this is NOT a space to “look good”, have the “right” answers, and have it all together. Relax and know you are not alone. Be exactly who you are within the safety of this space. 5. Be supportive - This means always willing to provide encouragement to your fellow men, encourage action and momentum in each other’s lives.. Be willing to challenge each other. Be willing to hold each other accountable. 6. Participation - what you receive from this community will be a reflection of what you put into it. Period. We ask that you share your perspectives, reflect on others, and give/receive support when and where it’s needed.

This is a free, in-person meeting on the subject of betrayals, losses and how to get over them so you can build lasting relationships. Burdened by a stressful relationship? Unhealthy relationships can trigger feelings of anger, despair or self-doubt. They can create dwindling spirals of fights and seeking to make-up, or trying to “pin the blame” on someone or something. If you don’t find the RIGHT reasons, or select the correct sources of the problem, the problem can just get worse and worse. Whether in love or personal ties, with friends or at work, our life really IS affected by the quality of our relationships. Good ones can promote pleasure and survival while less optimum ones can lead to annoyance, anger, self-doubt, stress, or even affect our health and ability to survive well. Whether you are suffering from a divorce, or a painful break-up, don’t know who to trust (or who to CHOOSE) as a partner, friend, boss or employee - the anxiety of relationship troubles can really make a mess of things. Maybe you’ve suffered a betrayal, or are dealing with hostility or criticalness or invalidation. Dwindling relationships can involve destructive behavior, where we hurt those we love, or start succumbing to self-destructive thoughts, attitudes or behaviors that spiral out of control and affect much more than our immediate relationship. Past losses in love or life can affect how we act or react to new people and situations and hold us back from even starting to create new, possibly great relationships! How can one get back onto a saner course of action? Come to our Meetup, where we can introduce you to some of the knowledge, tools and techniques of the breakthroughs in the field of the mind that we can apply to this ever important area of life: human relationships! Break free from self imposed limitations Here we will discuss: • How to “erase” the trauma of past hurts and betrayals so that one isn’t always repeating past mistakes. • Why and how do the negative emotions of others affect you? • Why is my partner withdrawing and what can I do about it? • Why do we sometimes feel compelled to hurt the ones we love? • Fights & arguments - what's really behind them? • What underlies “corrosive criticism” or the need to invalidate self or others? • How one can stably change one’s outlook on life so they can affect positive change? • Where do compulsive destructive behaviors come from and what can be done about them? • How to form closer bonds & keep growing the relationships with the people you care about? • How to enhance one’s own ability to survive and create positive healthy relationships whether in love, family & friendships or in work, business or one’s career? Relationships can be hard and life itself IS challenging. Why not arm yourself with the knowledge and breakthroughs that have been made about the mind, mental reactions & interpersonal relationships, so that one has better awareness and control over themselves and life in general. Learn where painful experiences are “stored” and how they can unknowingly affect us. You will also find out how one can “erase” those past painful experiences so that one is free to move forward without being tripped up by the past. Learn too, about what can lead some people to become “toxic” personalities and how to identify those traits in others so you won’t be tripped up trusting the wrong person. Our free Meet-ups occur in a safe environment where one can learn, without fear of judgment or criticism, and without the recommendation of harmful mental techniques or therapies, just how YOU can get yourself onto a happier & more successful path: in love & in life. We look forward to having you join us! This class is sponsored by the Dianetics & Scientology Life Improvement Center of Central Ohio.

If you are interested in selecting investment choices for your 401(k) or other workplace savings plan, minimizing your income tax liability, or identifying the most effective investments for your brokerage account, we are the group for you. We are a local chapter of Bogleheads, whose investment strategy can be found here: https://www.bogleheads.org/wiki/Bogleheads%C2%AE_investment_philosophy Or you can peruse the Boglehead forum here: https://www.bogleheads.org/index.php I look forward to seeing you there. Mark Vonder Haar

QA or the Highway is a one-day, affordable, regional, professional conference featuring real-world experience and thought leadership in the QA and testing industry. This is a ticketed event please register here: https://www.qaorthehwy.com/ Featured Keynote Speakers: **Matthew-Hope Eland** **(Wizard at Leading EDJE)** \- An AI Specialist and Wizard at Leading EDJE who is known to teach software engineering\, AI\, and data science concepts in the most ridiculous ways possible\. Matt has used machine learning to settle debates over whether Die Hard is a Christmas movie\, reinforcement learning to drive the behavior of digital squirrels\, data analytics to suggest improvements to his favorite TV show\, and AI agents to play board games and create an AI agent with the personality of a dog\. Matt is the author of "Data Science in \.NET with Polyglot Notebooks" and "Refactoring with C\#" as well as several LinkedIn Learning courses\. Matt helps organize the Central Ohio \.NET Developer Group\, runs several blogs and a YouTube channel\, has a Master’s of Science in Data Analytics\, and is a current Microsoft MVP in AI and \.NET\. **Tatyana Arbouzova** **(CEO at Innovate QA)** \- Tatyana Arbouzova is an engineering and business leader with a strong background in Quality Engineering across multiple industries\, including Big Tech\, Healthcare\, and Entertainment\. She has held leadership roles at world\-class companies such as Microsoft\, VMware\, Disney\, and The Pokémon Company International\, where she focused on building quality\-driven cultures and scaling teams to deliver high\-impact products\. With decades of experience\, Tatyana has helped organizations transform their quality practices so teams can deliver software efficiently\, confidently\, and with measurable business outcomes\. Today\, Tatyana advises software companies on adopting AI to optimize quality practices and improve how software is delivered at scale\. She is also a passionate community builder and the founder of Innovate QA\, a thriving Seattle\-based community and conference for quality professionals\.

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