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Maurice from the SHARE group has booked a party lounge for our holiday party. Thanks Maurice!!! Room is shown in the picture with this meetup. It's in the building he recently moved into, next to the Washington Nationals baseball stadium and near the Navy Yard metro station. Info below. If you cant come in person, we sure hope you can come virtually!!!!! …. Google meet link: https://meet.google.com/cdm-oubg-pve \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* Come One - Come All - To SHARE in the Holiday Spirit - Yeah Man! THEME: A Funny HAT - Fancy HAT - Party HAT - Holiday Party WHEN: Friday Dec 19 from 6-10 pm WHERE: At Maurice's HOME - The "Party Lounge" - Dock 79. Right next to Washington Nationals baseball stadium. (Building called Dock 79). See photo of room we'll be in. It's an 8-minute WALK from the NAVY YARD Metro Station; or - DRIVE & Park in the basement for a fee of $15. ADDRESS: 79 Potomac Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20003 VIRTUAL OPTION: For out of towners who can't come, we'll have a computer in the room for people to join virtually and chat with the people in the room. Google meet link: https://meet.google.com/cdm-oubg-pve METRO STOP: Near Navy Yard metro station on the Green line. HAVE SOME FUN - Music, food/drinks, billiard Table, Foosball Table, Tour of The ROOF TOP & View of the Anacostia River. RECOMMENDED FOOD FOR PEOPLE TO BRING (but whatever works best for you) A thru G - An Appetizer Dish H thru L - A Main Course Dish L thru Z - A Dessert BEVERAGES: BYOB or BYOP - Bring Your Own Beverge or Poison Questions? Call Marc Starnes at 571-278-6524

It is irresistible, to enjoy a GERMAN convo with drinks. ***GRAB A DRINK AND YOU ARE ALL SET TO FLEX YOUR LANGUAGE CAPACITY. YOU NEED TO GET AT LEAST A DRINK OR FOOD :) To get the event going and show support. We know that you like our events. P.S. : We have non-alcoholic drinks as well.*** We have a tiny venue and we hit capacity often and early arrival is suggested. We have the discretion to decide entry. HOW IT WORKS : We will try to assign tables for each represented languages and will direct attendees to their respective tables accordingly. Rules to abide : 1\. Event is free and 21\+ \(bring ID\)\. 2\. Be respectful to your counterparts and give them a chance to exchange with others as well\. 3\. We all are native speakers of one or two languages and be willing to help others and try to accommodate as much as possible\. 4\. If you don't speak the other person's required language\, LEAVE THEM ALONE\. 5\. Rude or aggressive members are removed from the group at an organizers discretion\. 6\. This is a face\-to\-face language exchange event\. DO NOT try to arrange an online meeting\, by using the comment box or direct message\. 7\. Most of our members complained about people writing in the comment box\. Since it sends notification to all attendees\. If you have any questions\, send a message to the organizers\. Don't write in the comment box\. 8\. We have ZERO TOLERANCE for solicitation\. We don't allow anyone to run their own agenda at the Event\. If you are interested to promote/sponsor/collaborate; contact us via \(info@merevents\.com\)\. 9\. When you get there\, we will greet you and take you to your respective group\. 10\. Don't be shy of your local languages\. We have diplomates assigned to different countries\, who would love to practice your languages\. 11\. Be patient for the first 30 minutes\, up until we form your respective language group\.
 12\. We will have a registration station and check you in\. 13\. This is mainly a social for Intermediate/Advanced/Native Speakers\. It is not as such to learn a language\. Beginners\, if you want to learn a language\, reach out to us \(info@merevents\.com\)\. We have a school and will arrange you a class\. ***AFTER THE EXCHANGE, WE HIT THE DANCE FLOOR! BRING YOUR DANCING SHOES, WE WILL DANCE THE NIGHT AWAY!***

If your body don't bend that way and you want to join others in a gentle yoga class please join us on Fridays at 9:00am. **Please reserve your spot at www.piesfitnessyoga.com.** The session is offered both InStudio and OnLine. The Zoom link for the OnLine session will be emailed 15 minutes before class starts to those who are registered at www.piesfitnessyoga.com. **Sign up for sessions must be made at least 2 hours prior to class.** The address is 1322 Prince St. Alexandria, VA 22314. Our entrance is located on the side of the building, parallel to West St. **Street parking is available and additional parking is located at Shiloh Baptist church, spaces 36,37,38,39.** The church is located across the street from the studio, on the corner of Duke St. and West St.

Grow your professional network across industries, swap ideas, and unwind in a friendly, collaborative vibe, ideal for career-minded pros seeking connections. All professionals in the DMV and MidAtlantic area are invited! This event is to every and each professional in different industry, sector and specialization to grow, interact, and learn from each other. It is designed to provide a professional environment, to meet other professionals, to broaden one's career. It is also for those interested in careers and are studying or intend to enter the dynamic world of global professionalism. ***GRAB A BOOZE OR A BITE AND YOU WILL BE SET TO ENJOY THE EVENT. YOU NEED TO GET AT LEAST A DRINK OR FOOD:) To get the event going and show support. We know that you like our events. P.S. : We have non-alcoholic drinks as well.*** We have a tiny venue and we hit capacity often and early arrival is suggested. We have the discretion to decide entry. HOW IT WORKS : We will give out name tags and you write your name and your industry/sector/specialization. However we don't guarantee the availability of a partner in that area. DON'T FORGET TO BRING YOUR BUSINESS CARD. Rules to abide : 1. Event is free and 21+ (bring ID). 2. Be respectful to your counterparts and give them a chance to connect with others as well. 3. We all are professionals in one or two fields and be willing to share your knowledge and experience to others and try to accommodate as much as possible. 4. If you don't belong the other person's required specialization, LEAVE THEM ALONE. 5. Rude or aggressive members are removed from the group at an organizers discretion. 6. This is a face-to-face networking event. DO NOT try to arrange an online meeting, by using the comment box or direct message. 7. Most of our members complained about people writing in the comment box. Since it sends notification to all attendees. If you have any questions, send a message to the organizers. Don't write in the comment box. 8. We have ZERO TOLERANCE for solicitation. We don't allow anyone to run their own agenda at the Event. If you are interested to promote/sponsor/collaborate; contact us via ([info@merevents.com](mailto:info@merevents.com)). 9. When you get there, we will greet you and take you to your respective group. 10. ***Please be patient for the first 30 minutes, up until we form a group with your respective industry/sector.*** ***AFTER THE SOCIAL, WE HIT THE DANCE FLOOR! BRING YOUR DANCING SHOES, WE WILL DANCE THE NIGHT AWAY!*** \- Come one\, come all; this is the most friendliest event you have ever attended\! \- Feel free to invite your friends\. They don't necessarily have to be a member\. \- Celebrate your birthdays or your moments in life with us\. ***N.B. : We have ZERO TOLERANCE for solicitation. We don't allow anyone to run their own agenda at the Event. If you are interested to promote/sponsor/collaborate; contact us via ([info@merevents.com](http://info@merevents.com/)).*** **FOR FURTHER INFO, REFER THE EVENTBRITELINK. IT RULES.** [) [) [) [) [) [) [)

We meet on Sundays at 8 a.m. for training runs on some of DC's best trails, including Rock Creek Park and the surrounding area. We typically meet at either Peirce Mill in Rock Creek Park, or Roosevelt Island, depending on the route. Details of the weekly schedule can be found here: https://new.vhtrc.org/runs/sip We hope you can join us for a run! All paces and levels of trail experience are welcome for these runs, which range in distance from 6 to 9 miles.

Please bring a nutritarian dish or salad to share with at least 8 members. Also, you could bring containers to take home etras at the end of the evening. We will share resouces, recipes and other info as we support each other in choosing high nutrient dense eating.

Explore the vast wilderness and fascinating national parks of Africa on the memorable tour of Tanzania. Kick start the journey with arrival at Kilimanjaro and hike to the highest peak of Africa in the Kilimanjaro National Park. Safari to the mecca of wildlife in the world at Serengeti National Park, the spectacularly beautiful habitat of the Big Five of Africa. Hike at the rugged terrain of the crater floor at Ngorongoro, and then travel to Zanzibar to relax at the white sand beaches, and snorkel with the coral reefs, tropical fishes, and whale sharks. Return home safely with incredible travel memories and tons of photos. Highlights Visited Places: • Kilimanjaro • Machame Camp • Shira Camp • Barranco Camp • Karanga Camp • Barafu Camp • Stella Point – Uhuru Peak • Mweka Camp • Mweka Gate • Arusha • Lake Manyara • Serengeti National Park • Ngorongoro crater • Zanzibar • Spice and Prison Islands • Mnemba Atoll Travel Experience: • Overnight camping • Hiking • National park wilderness • Rainforest experience • Trekking at the crater floor • Wildlife safari • Snorkeling, swimming, and scuba diving • Relaxing at the beach Tour Start Kilimanjaro Tour End Zanzibar Flights • Arrival: Day01 before 12pm • Return: Day08 anytime after 9pm Airport: Kilimanjaro International Airport(JRO) **For Safari:** * Arrival: Day08 before 2pm * Return: Day13 anytime after 12pm Airport: Kilimanjaro International Airport(JRO) **For Kilimanjaro hike + Safari + Zanzibar:** * Arrival: Day01 before 12pm FLY IN Airport: Kilimanjaro International Airport(JRO) * Return: Day16 anytime after 12pm FLY OUT Airport: Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ) Itinerary Day01 Kilimanjaro Day02 Machame Camp Day03 Shira Camp Day04 Barranco Camp Day05 Karanga Camp Day06 Barafu Camp Day07 Summit to Mweka Camp Day08 Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate Day09 Arusha to Lake Manyara Day10 Serengeti National Park Day11 Serengeti National Park - Ngorongoro Day12 Ngorongoro Crater - Arusha Day13 Zanzibar Day14 Prison & Spice Islands Day15 Mnemba Atoll Day16 Zanzibar Cost: Kili + Safari + Zanzibar $4890 pp (Double Occupancy) Kili + Safari $3890 pp (Double Occupancy) Safari + Zanzibar $2890 pp (Double Occupancy) Kilimanjaro ONLY $2290 pp (Double Occupancy) Safari ONLY $1890 pp (Double Occupancy) Inclusions Price Includes * All transfers to the mountain and back to your Moshi hotel * Professional, experienced, mountain guides * Guides, Porters, Cook salaries and park fees * Quality, waterproof, four-season mountain sleeping tents * Sleeping Mattress + Sleeping Bag * All meals while on the Mountain * Quality Mess tents with table and chairs * Large portions of fresh, healthy, nutritious food * Clean, purified drinking water * Conservation fees (part of park fees) * Camping or Hut fees (part of park fees) * Rescue fees (part of park fees) * VAT (18% charged by the Government) * Tour leader / Event host * All park and conservancy fees * Crater service fee * Professional Safari Guide and Driver * Accommodation as per the itinerary (Lodge / Camp) (Double Occupancy) * Sleeping bags (in camping Safaris) * All meals during the Safari * Drinking water * 4×4 Safari vehicle * Tour leader / Event host * Price Includes – Zanzibar * Zanzibar 4D/3N hotel stay, activities & transfers as per the Itinerary * One way flight (Kilimanjaro to Zanzibar) Price Excludes * International Flights * Meals (other then mentioned above) * Personal Expenses * Personal trekking equipment such as hiking boots, clothes, etc (available for renting) * Tips and gratuities * Transfers other then mentioned in the Itinerary (available at extra cost) * Travel insurance / Visa ———————————————— For detailed itinerary and to reserve your seat follow the link below: [https://www.bucketlistgrouptravel.com/tour/kilimanjaro-safari-and-zanzibar-tanzania/](https://www.bucketlistgrouptravel.com/tour/kilimanjaro-safari-and-zanzibar-tanzania/) Questions? Text / Call - 2023787696 - Himanshu - Organizer

Tightening & Toning is needed now more than ever with most of us adapting to the new remote work routines. Strengthening your body can have numerous benefits, including improved physical health, increased energy levels, better posture, reduced risk of injury, increased muscle mass and bone density, and improved mental health and self-confidence. Sculpt your body to what you desire with motivational music and personal strength training. Weights and resistance band will be used. PLEASE – wear or bring your sneaker/tennis shoes for this class! A 60-minute class that will focus on your abs, arms, and legs while being challenged with your body as equipment, building muscular strength, endurance, and balance while learning proper form and posture for all exercises. Class ends with flexibility segment to increase safety and performance in physical activities. Warm-up – may include a brisk 5-7 minute aerobic warm-up (consisting of some type of aerobic movement, i.e. (Or Outdoor 10 minute power walk – depending on weather). Classes open to all levels. Please arrive 5 to 10 minutes early. All Sales are final. Ladies Only! 14324 Old Marlborough Pike Upper Marlboro, MD 20772 The RULZ! Please arrive 10-15 minutes early to allow for Check-in. ALL classes start promptly! Children permitted only as class participants. Recommended age 13 on up. Ladies Only! [CLICK HERE TO REGISTER NOW](https://www.rulzfitness.com/classesschedule/) All Sales are final. Ladies Only! Rulz Fitness 14324 Old Marlborough Pike Upper Marlboro, MD 20772 [Registration Required!](https://momence.com/u/rulz-fitness-jJvdYS)

This Sunday, we’re hitting the streets for a scenic skate with a very special destination: the ice rink! Big Mike (our newly elected president!) will lead us as we head to Canal Park Ice Rink ([https://www.skatecanalpark.com/](https://www.skatecanalpark.com/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExYmVlTEx4UDVBNmNTeEJrVnNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4oLu1_cix3RLFDfOKJFUTEVq6UOOM4uKZEZM1G-H0lHvm7Oc3I_0FwVgRsxQ_aem_SZv4joOrMKpw6FEyZJXYmQ)) to celebrate Donovan’s Birthday on the ice. Whether you're a pro on blades or just there for the vibes, let’s make it a party to remember. ________________________________________ The Pre-Party Roll Before we hit the ice, we’ll take a festive "birthday lap" through the city: • The Start: Meet at Freedom Plaza. • The Sights: A cruise down Pennsylvania Avenue to see the United States Capitol and its famous holiday tree. • The Waterfront: A scenic loop through Southwest DC and the Anacostia Waterfront, crossing the 11th Street Bridge as we head toward the rink. ________________________________________ The Main Event: Birthday on Ice! Our destination is the Canal Park Ice Rink ([https://www.skatecanalpark.com/](https://www.skatecanalpark.com/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExYmVlTEx4UDVBNmNTeEJrVnNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR5sNOGE0i6xiGMxsJtGp7uHPj5g1IcJDUORIXkUqBzkpZXrts4cGCGBTVJxSg_aem_xpTO2-N9DYpA_6Zjln28Ew)). This is where the real celebration begins! Birthday Logistics: • Ice Session: We’ll be stopping here to swap our inline wheels for ice blades in honor of Donovan! • Adult Pricing (Ages 13+): Admission: $13.00 when reserved online or $15.00 for walk-ups. Skate Rental: $6.00 – $7.00 per person. • Sessions: Skating sessions are 90 minutes long. • Stay or Go: For those who want to keep rolling, a leader will guide a group back to Freedom Plaza immediately upon arrival at the rink. • The Ice Crew: If you’re staying to skate with Donovan, please be prepared to arrange your own way back to Freedom Plaza/your car afterward. ________________________________________ What You Need to Know • Bring: Socks for ice skates, your birthday spirit, and funds for rink admission/rentals (admission is typically \~$15 and rentals are \~$7). • Route: Urban street skating. The journey from Freedom Plaza to the rink is roughly 4.8 miles. Comfort with bridges and Sunday morning city traffic is recommended. The full route is \~9 miles with 280’ elevation gain. • Celebration Level: Maximum. Here is the route: [https://onthegomap.com/s/rvgmjjbl](https://onthegomap.com/s/rvgmjjbl?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExYmVlTEx4UDVBNmNTeEJrVnNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR7NCqRdiKThQjcJI3uGocst4PQvGBeTe8JamMOgp8TcjBcDYVRb5D_hmRYZ-g_aem_L-yuFzNCsznptJQ4m850lQ) For up-to-the-moment details, check Facebook and Instagram. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/WashingtonAreaRoadskaters/events Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weareskatedc/ We hope to see you soon!

Bellydance Fitness class with Marie A sensual and feminine fusion of fitness and dance! This is a great work out! It will improve feminine health, stimulate blood circulation & digestion, increase joint fluidity, and boost self-confidence. Wear form fitting workout clothes. Hips scarfs available to use or for purchase. All Sales are final. Ladies Only! 14324 Old Marlborough Pike Upper Marlboro, MD 20772 [Registration Required!](https://momence.com/u/rulz-fitness-jJvdYS) The RULZ! Please arrive 10-15 minutes early to allow for Check-in. ALL classes start promptly! Children permitted only as class participants. Recommended age 13 on up.

Join PSW Science® on December 19th at 8 PM as we welcome Davey Smith, Assistant Vice Chancellor of Clinical and Translational Research at UCSD. Smith will explain UCSD's "Last Gift" program which follows people with HIV closely near the end of life and then studies many organs right after death. In addition to HIV reserach, this model opens new windows on cancer, brain and nerve diseases like Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s, in addition to heart and lung disease. 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/2527/](https://pswscience.org/meeting/2527/ "https://pswscience.org/meeting/2527/") 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. A live stream of the event is also available: [https://youtube.com/live/677a2aOVi1Q](https://youtube.com/live/677a2aOVi1Q "https://youtube.com/live/677a2aOVi1Q") 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/](https://pswscience.org/join/ "https://pswscience.org/join/")

You can also join the meeting by Conference Call at (518) 263-8851.

Hey there Black Love Friends! We're back for the final week of our 2025 **Pre-Resolution Fitness Challenge!** this week we will be at Franklin Park Conservatiry! Every Sat for the rest of 2025 we will be hosting a new challenge at a new park where all fitness levels are welcomed. What a great way to get a jump start on those fitness resolutions and make some new connections in the process. Don't wait reserve your spot today!

Do you want more motivation and confidence to build Lasting Relationships? 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. Are you 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. Be sure to click on the red "Attend" button below to come to this local event. We look forward to seeing you there. This class is held at the Dianetics and Scientology Life Improvement Center.

Join us for this free, in person meeting on the subject of betrayals, losses and how to get over them so you can build lasting relationships. Do you want more motivation and confidence to build lasting relationships? Are you 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 held at the Dianetics and Scientology Life Improvement Center of Central Ohio.

We are recruiting new group leaders for virtual men's groups! Our primary groups are outdoor movement groups, but we are launching virtual groups for the state of Ohio and beyond and the groups will move outside in the spring, creating room for men's groups, women's groups and coed groups all over the country. Read below to learn about our groups and click the links at the bottom to apply. ### **What is an Outdoor Empowerment Group?** Our Outdoor Movement & Community Empowerment Groups are simple, guided experiences designed to help people reconnect with nature, themselves, and others. We combine some form of movement (hike, walk, run, bike, yoga, workout) and meaningful conversation within a simple community circle to create a space where individuals can support each other while prioritizing mental and physical well-being. Whether you’re seeking stress relief, personal growth, or community, our groups offer everyone a unique and welcoming environment. ## **Why Join?** * **Improve Mental & Physical Well-Being** – Movement, nature, and supportive conversations reduce stress and promote balance. * **Feel Less Alone** – Build genuine connections with like-minded people in a safe, welcoming space. * **Gain Clarity & Perspective** – Step outside daily routines and into a space designed for personal growth and reflection. ## **The Ideal Group Leader** The ideal group leader * Has a born-in passion for mental health, movement, connecting with nature and building community. * Has 5 extra hours per week to dedicate to a meaningful cause for at least one year. Yes, you can leave any organization at any time and we can also ask you to leave, but we are building with legacy in mind and we need people who can commit and be ALL IN on this mission to build with us. * Is independently financially stable with the ability to volunteer with no expectation of pay. This is a deeply beautiful journey of service that all participants commit to at Speak Your Mind. * An ability to manage groups with high emotional intelligence and desire for human connection. * An ability to self-motivate and market/promote their group on Facebook and other social platforms. * Nature informed therapy or clinical therapists/psychologists a plus. ## **Our Impact**  Since launching, we have helped thousands find support, connection, and healing through our Outdoor Movement Groups. 100% of participants surveyed have reported: * A noticeable improvement in mental clarity and emotional well-being. * An increase in social connection and a sense of belonging. * Said they would return again. We believe mental health should be accessible, community-driven, and rooted in nature. Join us and take the first step toward a more connected, grounded, and supported version of yourself. ### **Why Our Groups are Donation-Based** Our Outdoor Movement Groups are made possible through a donation-based model. This approach allows us to keep our events accessible to everyone, regardless of financial circumstances, while also ensuring that we can continue expanding our reach. It’s a great way to pay it forward and support the growth of this beautiful mission! Every contribution helps us: * **Cover Essential Costs** – Donations allow us to pay essential legal, marketing, insurance, and admin costs as well as nourish the important people who run the organization. * **Grow Our Mission** – With your support, we can bring these healing experiences to thousands more people in the future and execute our long term plan to expand across the USA, affecting up to 500,000 people per year. By choosing to contribute, you’re not just leading an event—you’re helping build a mental health movement that supports long-term well-being and connection for all during a severe mental health epidemic. ## **Come Join Us!** We’d love to have you be part of this growing community of people prioritizing their mental health, movement, and connection. 🔹 **Visit Our Website to Learn More:** https://speakyourmind.men/joinusoutside 🔹 **Apply Here to Lead Your Own Group!** – https://form.jotform.com/taketimespeakyourmind/sym-group-leader-application 🔹 **Support the mission**: If you resonate with the mission and want to support, feel free to join a group before applying or donate to help us reach our goals to help more people! You can donate here: https://secure.givelively.org/donate/angels-for-angels/speak-your-mind Please text Mario with any questions: (808) 855-8831

Are you passionate about supporting other men on their mental health journey? We’re building a movement of virtual and in-person men’s groups across Ohio — and we’re looking for group leaders who want to make a real difference with us. As a group leader, you’ll create a safe space where men can connect, reflect, and grow together. Training and support are provided — you just need heart, presence, and a willingness to lead. **Apply now to lead a group in your area:** 👉 https://form.jotform.com/taketimespeakyourmind/sym-group-leader-application Speak Your Mind is a mental health non profit dedicated to bringing our community together to end the isolation that leads to mental struggle and suicide. Learn more about them here: https://linktr.ee/taketimespeakyourmind