Even though the theory of evolution has been around the last 150 years, within the last few decades it has re-emerged as the framework in which to evaluate the sciences and philosophy. The purpose of this group is to explore the hard and soft sciences as well as philosophy with respect to evolution's influence on those topics. My intent is to cover one topic per meetup with some potential topics being Fundamentals of Evolution, Philosophy of Mind and Evolution, Evolutionary Biology, Evolutionar …

Inspired by Christopher Phillips' books, scores of people are meeting for these modern version of Socratic dialogue. These are intended to be group conversations which often move in a spiral, touching on topics in ways that may not be obvious at first. Our purpose is to bring back thoughtful dialogue in counterpoint to the shouting pundits of so-called debate on TV and radio. One need not be an academic or expert. We seek diversity of thought from people from all walks of life. ALL ARE WELCOME. …

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Hi! This meetup is an ecumenical and nondenominational Christian discussion group in which difficult, challenging, and even controversial matters that aren't normally discussed within church settings can be discussed candidly and without reserve. Issues and categories of thought that would likely be addressed include: theology, philosophy, science, church history, Christian doctrine, ancient near-eastern history, biblical source material, etc. The Christian faith, as we're typically taught it a …

Welcome! Novice philosophers are encouraged to join as participation is not required. Topics of interest will be vast, including but not limited to, existence, knowledge, aesthetics, science, metaphysics, and logic. These and many other topics will be explored through analysis of literature, film, and scientific discovery.

Hello Do you want to be happy? Do you know how to be happy? Sounds like a silly question, but most of us don't! Although earning piles of money, finding a wonderful partner or 'the perfect job' may seem like the answer for a while, eventually life teaches us that true happiness lies elsewhere! Well, welcome to the Los Angeles Meetup Group “Buddhist Methods for Developing True Happiness & Wellbeing”. We are a group of friendly, sincere, warm-hearted Buddhist practitioners studying Mahayana & Vajr …

Do you want to feel good and improve the quality of your life, meeting likeminded people in the process? Do you enjoy reading books about Mind, Body and Spirit? Would you like to empower yourself with a proven, practical approach to life? Whether you're a beginner or have more experience with the Law of Attraction philosophy, the Law of Attraction Centre is perfect for you. The Law of Attraction Centre, first established in London, UK in 2003, is the largest and most talked about Law of Attracti …

This is a group that meets once a month to discuss the history, philosophy, and practice of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. We will have guest speakers, practical hands-on demonstrations, and Q&A's to dive more deeply into what Brazilian Jiu Jitsu has to offer to the world of martial arts, MMA, and personal growth. We will also look at what other martial arts philosophies have to offer Jiu Jitsu. This is for anyone, any age, who is interested in learning more about Brazilian Jiu Jitsu - whether you have ne …

All are invited! Whether you have a meditation practice or simply desire to have one, regardless of tradition or experience, LET US BE TOGETHER. Join us for a twenty-minute Group Meditation followed by refreshments and discussion. Why you should come (and bring friends): * Gathering together to meditate increases our transformation exponentially. * You meet like-minded people. * Help create a sacred space in our community. * Coming Together is a powerful force for individual and World peace. Ref …

Welcome to the I Liq Chuan Long Beach practice group (for people LA and Orange County). The training is intented for students of all levels interested in learning the art. I Liq Chuan, martial art of awareness, is an art of cultivating consciousness based on Tai Chi and Zen principles, in other words the practice of moving meditation. "The philosophy underlying I Liq Chuan involves the very simple concept of making an active choice to be fully aware of the present moment, by being aware of the s …

… . =) this is the meetup you want to come to....... over and over again...... bring your friends, they will love it..... see you here.... ronald ” Jim: “ It will expand your mind, shift your perspective, create positive in your life. ” Matthew G: “ b/c the organizers are very knowlegable and the group members and sincere about becoming more enlightened people. its just healthy. ” Amy: “ It is great for beginners and experienced alike! We all learn from each others insights and experiences. ” …

This class is designed for all people at all levels to come experience the benefits of a yoga practice. We work on salutations, strength poses, balance poses and deep stretching. There is opportunity for meditation, learning about yoga philosophy, and plenty of fun. It is my intention you find a yoga practice that works for YOU through this meet up. I hope you gain a better understanding of what yoga is, how you can use it to better your life, meet new people and have FUN.

"Great people talk about IDEAS. Average people talk about THINGS. Small people talk about OTHER PEOPLE." --Tobias S. Gibson Are you tired of repetitive, maddeningly superficial "small talk"? Does endless talk about sports figures and celebrities bore you out of your wits? Would you prefer instead to discuss the ideas that shaped history? If you answered "yes", you are cordially invited a Pasadena discussion group. This meet-up will be an intellectual oasis, a refuge for those who wish t …

Meet UFO enthusiasts, investigators, witnesses. Discuss some of the topics related to UFOs : -The scientific study of UFOs and other unexplained Aerial phenomena -Astrobiology and the search for life in the universe. -The search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence(SETI) -The search for extra Solar planets -The Scientific -Psychology -Mythology and Skepticism -Philosophy -UFO phenomenon and its potential impact on society -Space travel -Astronomy -Theoretical physics -Alien Abduction phenomenon - …

Meet other local atheists, freethinkers and heathens. Gather to discuss beliefs and philosophies, and make new friends.