Support to help overcoming symptoms of avoidance (in whatever aspect of life), formal diagnosis of Avoidant Personality Disorder is NOT required (avoidance is also not merely defined in terms of *social* avoidance but avoidance of any kind ([cognitive, emotional, vocational, etc.]) Group will start with five-minute share per person (approximate and not mandatory) followed by cross-talk/discussion/etc. (for approximately ninety minutes). Members are asked not to get into material which may be tri …

Whether you're a professional, student, stay-at-home parent, or retiree ... Toastmasters is the best way to improve your communication and leadership skills - lose the fear of public speaking (really!) - learn skills to be more successful - become a better listener - improve your English or accent - easily lead teams and conduct meetings. You'll comfortably give and receive constructive evaluation. You already have some or all of these skills. In Toastmasters, you will enhance these skills. Gues …

The Montgomery County chapter of Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) meets at 7:00 p.m. on alternate Wednesdays in Bethesda. This peer support group has been active since 1982. Membership is open to anyone who is in treatment for depression or bipolar disorder. There is no charge to join the group or attend the meetings. Weather policy: DBSA Montgomery County does not meet if Montgomery County public schools are closed due to weather.    

Open to all since 1981, the Enterprise Forum® has promoted the growth, education, and success of the entrepreneur and business community of the greater Washington & Baltimore area. The MIT Enterprise Forum of Washington DC and Maryland is a volunteer organization which provides exceptional quality events that are open to the public. Its many programs are targeted to local start-ups, high technology businesses, venture capitalists, angels, and the professionals who support them. The MIT Enterp …

Become the change you wish to see in the world. Anyone seeking to "be", "enjoy", and "experience" a space where like minded individuals gather for higher level of thinking and doing. One of a kind in the world, this small unique museum features exhibits, workshops, and events to help visitors enhance the quality of their thoughts, their lives and the world around them. The museum is specifically designed to bring us back to a knowledge of our true selves and our responsibility to humanity. Our h …

Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE HI Come and join our free sessions of Yoga, Meditation, Spiritual knowledge, Stress Management and Devotional Kirtans.  Learn the art of holistic living, and develop a healthy spiritual personality to face the challenges of the modern world.  Meet other seekers who sh …

Sacred Circle Dances are moving meditations that integrate mind, body, and spirit, leading to harmony and balance. These are simple and gentle dances that have meditative qualities and ancient roots in dances of the folk, with music from around the world. Dancing together, we create community and connect to ourselves and others. No partners needed; no previous dance experience is necessary. All dances will be taught each time. Our philosophy of dance is, "there are no mistakes, only variations."

Metro DC, VA, MD Meditation Group is transforming and will be open for your suggestions of locations, activities, days to set meditation etc. Become an active member of this group and help coodinate meeting, meditations, adventures etc. If you are interested in Progressive Meditation, please follow us on facebook. Search Ron Mohl or Progressive Meditation and become a friend of Progressive Meditation. Have great days always.

This is a group for those interested in supporting world peace by taking part in monthly activities at various national monuments and or other prominent venues in the metro DC area. We are committed to send to the universe, love, joy and peace via meditation and or prayerful silence for 30mins as a group each month on the fourth (4th) weekend of each month. This month's meeting is on Sunday October 25th. Many of you joined us on the International Day of Peace, September 21, at the Jefferson Memo …

… Would you like a safe, nurturing, fun environment to practice the social skills needed to start overcoming social anxiety disorder? We are a co-ed group that offers a combination of support and exposure therapy through fun activities. We sponsor group outings to the various attractions that the metro DC area has to offer. You will learn relaxation and social skills that will help you navigate difficult situations and improve the quality of your life. If you've been diagnosed with SAD or just fe …

Are you breathing right? Have you ever counted how many times you breathe in a minute? Breathing is the first act of life and it’s the last act of life. In between, the whole life we are breathing in and out, but not attending to the breath Ninety percent of the impurities in the body go out through the breath because we are breathing twenty-four hours a day. The breath is our best friend -- it's always with us. And yet, we hardly know much about it. What's more ... it holds some timeless s …

The Vajrayogini Buddhist Center is located in the Dupont Circle neighborhood of Washington, DC. We offer a complete range of meditation courses and retreats for all levels of interest: weekly drop-in classes, day workshops, retreats and in-depth study programs. In addition, we offer introductory classes at numerous branch locations in the DC area (Arlington, Bethesda, Capitol Hill, Reston, and Hampton Roads). Kadampa Buddhism is a special tradition of Mahayana Buddhism founded by Atisha (982-105 …

This group will begin on Sat March 17 with a full-day workshop. It will continue as a peer support group. The group assumes that we are all leaders -- at work, in our homes, and in our communities. It is designed for anyone who experiences pressure, where relationships form an important part of everyday life. This workshop will help participants to see and shift non-verbal patterns, and to become more skillful under pressure. You will learn how to: • Manage stress, conflict, and resistance with …

'There is something better than an immediate fix: knowing your own mind, contacting your own heart' Geneen Roth   If you've have/had issues with emotional eating (binging, bulimia, overeating, anorexia, yo-yo dieting, etc..), read either one or all of Geneen Roth's books and would like support putting her food and awareness guidelines into practice, this is the group for you. The DC Women Geneen Roth Meetup Group is a small niche group which aims at exploring and healing our relationship with ou …

All About You and Your Wellness and Well Being Alignment of Mind, Body and Spirit Attracting Vibrant Health, Peace and Bliss, Harmonious Relationships, and Wealth and Prosperity in 2012 and Beyond.   We are gearing up for a life full of Energy, Strength, Flexibility, Peace and Harmony and the Practice of the Law of Attraction to bring a Total Being by raising our quality of living in this wonderful time space reality, at the Perfect Time, in this Wonderful Body, and in this Wonderful Universe. …

   ~~~ "The Internal Yoga" ~~~ Ancient tribes have taught us that vocal toning is powerful healing for our bodies and our minds. ..from OM's to other chants from Native American, Hindu, African, Buddhist, Hawaiian, Shaman and many other cultures used for mind clearing and purging toxins from our body's cells ~ we then naturally attune to our centers and the spiritual core of ourselves..       By Law of Attraction and by proactively changing our internal vibrations, we experience an increase in e …