Interested in Buddhism and living in the Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill area? Whether you're just curious what it's about or a dedicated practitioner, or anywhere in between, come on over! Let's learn more about Buddhism together. Our events include introductory presentations, general and special-topic discussions, book clubs, meditation practice, and teachings by visiting expert practitioners. We'll share our experiences and knowledge of Buddhist centers and resources in the Triangle.

If you are interested in growing and increasing your spirituality, vibration and consciousness through meditation, you will enjoy this Meet Up. This group is for anyone interested in receiving a personal, channeled message and blessing from "The Ascended Masters" during this meditation time. As you may know, the group energy that is created when people join together to meditate makes it much easier to meditate and also creates a very powerful and positive energy force that extends far beyond the …

The purpose of the Heart & Soul Healing Meetup is to teach & practice powerful heart and soul techniques together to create a supportive community interested in self-healing, self empowerment and service to others. It is important to include the heart and soul in any kind of healing or transformation.  The Heart is the gateway to the "True Self" in many spiritual traditions.  We honor the importance of the Heart in our groups and practices.  The Soul carries the power help us heal and transform. …

The Kosala Mahayana Buddhist Center provides authentic Buddhist instruction, including calming and illuminating meditation practices and coherent philosophical and spiritual teachings with lively discussions. An ordained monk of the New Kadampa Tradition comes from Charlotte weekly to teach. This tradition comes out of Tibet and now has teachers and centers around the globe. The Kosala Center opened in Carrboro in 2006. We charge $8-$10 for classes to cover rent and expenses, but no one is turn …

Sahaja Meditation is a unique method of meditation which may lead one to self realization. Our natural inner energy, the Kundalini, will be awakened to perceive the subtle nature of things around us, living or non living. The ultimate purpose is to manage our daily stresses and hectic schedules to find instead peace, balance and satisfaction. Survey: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/5WM3GBX

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. is known to have said that "human salvation lies in the hands of the creatively maladjusted." Are you looking for an emotional support group? Have you been labeled with a psychiatric illness? Then we are a place where your maladjustments may become assets. We don't consider psychiatric diagnosis as relevant. All people are unique. In our meetings mental health treatments applicable to everyone are explored. Background: The Metamorphosis Club (MC) is a sponsor gro …

The Recovery International Program, based in Chicago, is celebrating its 75th anniversary! There are over 600 weekly self help meetings around the world. This Meetup group is people in the Triangle area of North Carolina interested in learning & practicing the Recovery International Method. The regular weekly group meetings are listed below. If you want to see the list of all upcoming meetings and how to get there, go to Join Us to sign up as a member of this meetup group. It is *not necessary b …

This group is for anyone that practices or is interested in practicing nonviolent communication. We are a new group in the process of formation and request your ideas and input about how to build and form the group.

For over 12 years I have been teaching the Eastern Arts of QiGong and Tai Chi.  During that time, I have expanded my training into Chinese Medicine and Daoism. I am putting this all together in this MeetUp and now calling it Empowered Life Wellness. The class consists of important teachings in lecture mode, QiGong practice and some special things every now and again. I hope you will join us on Wednesday Nights as we come together to learn and share. ~~M~~

Come experience group meditations for stress reduction, emotional well-being and physical healing. The Pranic Healing Meditation for Planetary Peace, also known as the Meditation on Twin Hearts, is practiced in over 120 countries by people of different religions and backgrounds. The meditation is a form of world service to humanity by blessing Mother Earth, and also brings the practitioner inner peace, spiritual growth, and heightened awareness and clarity. We also offer other meditations such a …

We all need support and guidance as we face the joys and sorrows of everyday life. From childhood through our older years, we encounter new challenges. Our community and/or family may be unable to offer us the emotional support, know-how and/or life skills to help us regain our balance. I started this meet-up to encourage people (individuals, couples,families) to reach out as human beings who are facing bumps in the road and need a place to share with others that feels safe where we can share ou …

I started this group because I found that a mindful practice and mindful attitudes helped me with every aspect of my life. I am a licensed mental health provider (LPC) and am trained in Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR). There are already many fine groups offering meditation and spiritual exploration. This group is different as it is secular in nature and primarily focused on bringing the MBSR trainings into everyday life. Our focus is on formal practices such as meditation and yoga, inf …

Group of Osho Lovers ! If you want to live a more fulfilled life, first you will want to know your potential, who you really are. Meditation is the route to that knowing. It is the methodology of the science of awareness. Many meditative techniques require one to sit still and silent. But for most of us accumulated stress in our bodymind makes that difficult. Before we can hope to access our inner powerhouse of consciousness, we need to let go of our tensions. Osho Active Meditations have been …

Yoga is an excellent way to achieve balance while becoming one in body, mind and spirit. Benefits include Stress management, lower heart rate, sense of well-being, reduced anxiety & muscle tension, increased focus & awareness, slowed aging process, and sound sleep. Join us this summer to practice this beautiful art form in a natural setting. We will hold classes in some of Raleigh's parks such as Shelley Lake and Fred Fletcher Park. Disclaimer: Yoga is exercise. Yoga or any other exercise progr …

This group is a sub-group of the Research Triangle's "Clan of the Earth Keepers" Meetup created to help promote and support that specific purpose of Earth Keepers. See that Meetup at http://www.meetup.com... . The world stands at the brink of the New Age...a created reality that marks a major turn of the Wheel from its past history in human behavior. The "Lightworker" movement has spread throughout the world, helping the Light to educate the public and explain the current emphasis upon "ascens …

This group is committed to coming together in ways that uplift our spirits, open our hearts, make us laugh and overall just feel more happy and content with ourselves and our lives. We will be exploring lots of different ways that we can shift our perspectives and our lives, even just the slightest bit that will bring a greater sense of peace to our soul. Welcome to The Happiness Project!!! Happiness cannot be traveled to, owned, earned, worn or consumed. Happiness is the spiritual experience of …

During this extraordinary time of transition and evolutionary leap of consciousness, it is imperative that we deepen our connection with spirit and our true selves.  Alberto Villoldo, who studied the healing practice of indigenous people, explains that we are going through a process of becoming a new species of human, homo luminous.  Opportunities and awakenings often take place when we are pushed to change through conflict, which can be experienced as unsettling.  Honoring many traditions, the …

As this meetup group evolved, I have found that there are so many giving souls who wish to share Reiki energy with all those who could benefit.  I have incorporated the intention of the Cancer Support with Reiki meetup, with the meetup group, "Meditation & Reiki in Cary."  We would love to have you join us.  If you wish to do so, please go to http://www.meetup.com/Meditation-Reiki-in-Cary/ Here is the information on the new meetup. Come join us! Connect with your Spirit,  feel more centered, rel …

Tameka Pettigrew, experienced Group Fitness, Zumba and Hip Hop instructor invites you to move your body while getting fit. Fusing popular Latin rhythms such as merengue, salsa, cumbia with hip-hop, reggae, soca and calypso, Tameka’s Zumba class is like no other! Saturday Mornings @ Elite Dance Studio 136 Morrisville Square Way Morrisville, NC 27560 From 10:00am-11:00am Tuesday Evenings @ Triangle Dance Studio 2603 S. Miami Blvd. Durham (near RTP), NC 27703 From 6:00pm-7:00pm Friday Nights@ @Worl …

We're all about organizing, functionality, ideas, and fun! We'll share helpful tips whether you are just getting started on your organizational journey or are already an organizing "junkie." One reason I started this group is to become more organized and rid my life of clutter. I belong to Weight Watchers and the information and support there is helping me lose weight, so I decided that a group like this would help me lose clutter. Clutter, both mental and physical, can do a number on our produc …

The BluePrint for Life is an Active Community focused on helping YOU live a Hot Spot Healthy life. By incorporating Movement, Nutrition, Relaxation, Connection and Purpose, we can create a happier, healthier quality of life for ourselves. We may go on a hike, learn Hawaiian dance or poi, volunteer at a shelter, help create a community garden, take a cooking class, etc. The point is to share, learn and have fun! Join us and get a JumpStart on Living!