Interested in human rights and social justice? Unsure as to the direction of our political, social and economic institutions? And are you looking for fellow humans to meet and encourage learning and help inspire change? In this book club, we will encourage each other to learn more, discuss ideas, challenge each other and teach each other. Together we will explore nonfiction, memoir and fiction books that we collectively choose. We may also follow up our book club meeting with a tea or a beer dow …

The Way of Beauty (www.wayofbeauty.org) is about culture, and prayer, based on a traditional education given to artists to develop their ability to apprehend beauty and open them up to inspiration. It is appropriate for artists, but would be of interest also to anyone who wishes to be more creative in whatever they do. The traditional education was designed to generate not just more ideas, but better ideas, that are in harmony with the natural order. The Way Of Beauty is based around the rhythm …

Formerly known as The Bay Area Business Dev/Financial Ind/Entrepreneur Meetup (meetup.com/BayArea-BusinessDev), the Bay Area Biz Buzz is a group that was formed in 2006 to connect Business Minded Professionals throughout the Bay Area. The goal of this Meetup Group is to organize informal networking opportunities for like-minded individuals. Those who have joined the group range from novices who want to start their own business to seasoned entrepreneurs. We have members looking to connect with bu …

Do you love reading inspirational stories of athletic glory? Whether you can barely run a mile, or you consistently podium, this group is meant for athletes of all abilities to meet and discuss what motivates them to stay active. We will discuss fiction, non-fiction, training guides--you name it! Initially we will focus on running, triathlon, cycling, and swimming, but suggestions for other sports are encouraged! If there is interest, we may combine our favorite athletic activities with the book …

Motivational speakers, musicians and artists join hands to inspire the San Francisco community to live life to the fullest.

The Purpose of the Group "It's not who you are that holds you back, it's who you think you're not."  Author Unknown. In short, the purpose of this group is to help you break free from what holds you back (procrastination, perfectionism, self-doubt and fear) so you can achieve your career dreams. The group will provide thought-provoking and interactive workshops designed to help you set and achieve goals in various areas of your life. “Life takes on meaning when you become motivated, set goals an …

… Join us to experience for yourself how good your life can be, meeting fun, friendly and inspirational people along the way. Please also see the Law of Attraction Centre Bay Area for details of more events: http://www.meetup.com/The-Law-of-Attraction-Centre-Bay-Area/ They are pleased to share with you real-life testimonials from the groups and workshops of how the Law of Attraction, the groups and the processes are working for people. Please see: http://www.lawofattractioncentre.com/testimonials/ …

Inspired by the awe-inspiring book: "Motherless Daughters" by the amazing Hope Edelman. Please join some amazing women to: share experiences. stories, support & inspire each other & to give hope & strength to women who have lost their mothers @ any age. We talk about the past and Celebrate & honor the lives of our beautiful mothers in many ways. We also celebrate ourselves...our strength...& the journey that lead us to where we are Today. All the while...simply "knowing" that our Mom's spirit & …

Meditation. Sounds a little boring, doesn't it? Well, it doesn't have to be!   Come find out how easy — and FUN! — meditation can be at our Meditation Meetup. It's a safe environment with an experienced teacher, and best of all, it's free!   You'll learn everything you need to know to start a practice that can really change your life. Or, if you're an old-time meditator (is that a word?) looking for the jumpstart of a new technique, this class is for you. No obligation, we're not trying to sell …

We are an active tantric community in Campbell for couples and singles. Come grow, heal, have fun, and connect with other like-hearted people. We are committed to empowering people to create loving, healthy, happy relationships in their lives. Kika's vision is for students and clients to be moved, touched and inspired by their work together and in turn to move, touch and inspire others. Learn to be an inspiration for love, transformation and happiness.  Discover extraordinary bliss through "Tant …

Let Your Creativity Sparkle & Shine with Music & Songwriting a 6-week laboratory of life-changing discoveries Tuesdays 6:30-9:15pm February 15 - March 22 Songs inspire us in many ways... to dance, to take action, to reflect, to smile, to cry, to feel enraged, joyful or transformed. Have you always wanted to express yourself in song?  Are you a writer who would like to set your words to music?  Or a musician who has always played other people's songs and now you'd like to write your …

Fuel your passion and take your creativity to the next level, learn how to develop a signature style, start a career in photography, network with successful photographers, learn valuable business and life skills, be inspired and mentored by world class photographer - Scott Robert Lim. For more lighting, posing & inspirational photography tips go to our school link - http://www.scottrobertworkshop.com   Check out Scott Robert Lim's award winning images - http://scottrobertgallery.com/   Sc …

WE ALL SEEK HAPPINESS...and yet scientific research proves that we're terrible at predicting what makes us happy! So how does one really find true happiness at work, in relationships, and in life? In his book, Delivering Happiness, Tony Hsieh the CEO of Zappos.com shares the challenges and successes in using HAPPINESS AS A BUSINES MODEL to make Zappos.com a billion dollar company filled with truly happy employees and supported by raving customers and partners alike. Now, Delivering …

From the founder: Upon graduation, I promised myself I would never wear a suit, nor would I work in an office. Fate threw me suited up into an office for seven years. This was my tour of duty in the illusory world of hierarchical control, greed, fear and systemic hypnosis. I was living a half-life, and no-one was more aware of this fact than I was. There were, of course, moments of stunning humanity in my time in “the office” working as a financial adviser and all round salesman for the corpor …

As a creative laboratory, Palo Alto Int'l Film Festival's mission is to foster innovation and educate the community about those ideas that most inspire its members. John Lasseter of Pixar expressed that "Art challenges technology. Technology inspires art." PAIFF strives to be a conduit for increased innovation in art, technology and film. As movies migrate to digital, the future of cinema will depend on the cutting edge tools that continue to be conceived and developed in the Bay Area. These too …

Rather than focusing on one specific profession, we want to mingle with varieties of visual creators; graphic designers, interior designers, product designers, architects, videographers, photographers, filmmakers and more. Visual creators should have something in common and expand their expertise in different directions, but we all probably want to get inspired by other visual creators. The main activity of this group is social mixers, which help members meet new visual creators, get inspiration …