Come share your heart, rest in Being, and connect with others in a safe nurturing setting. Most forms of Spiritual realization have been experienced in the subjective "inner" dimension of our lives. The process we share here reveals the way that embracing our human "everyday" selves and connecting with others not only feels good, but deepens our spiritual awakening too. We expand into a larger energetic field that connects us at the heart in ordinary human relationships, where life is lived. Tod …

SoulCollage® is a creative and spiritually oriented collage process. Glenda Peterson, certified SoulCollage® instructor, will guide you in making one or more 5” by 8” cards using images from magazines, calendars, and any printed material. Each collage card represents one aspect of your personality or Soul. The SoulCollage® process is one of self discovery. It is a joyful tool for deepening your understanding of the relationships between your personality parts, you and your family/community/world …

Without continuous innovation, your business will die. As a founder, CEO, or innovator, you're always trying to find and execute on the strategies, principles, and processes that can give you an edge over the competition. The goal of this group is to give some structure and accountability to that education. Every month, we pick a new online course/book/text book/video/lecture, learn the materials, systematically test them within our own businesses, and share the results. We'll cover topics in bo …

I have been successful in investing and working with investors in the greater Portland area to purchase properties at the auction and sell for a profit. I think it is important to start a dialouge and answer questions about short sales vs. foreclosures and how to purchase at the auction. The process is complicated and risky so the more information and value I can provide for investors the better it will help our community!

Explore, practice, and learn! And have a lot of fun with people who enjoy learning and growing -- just like you. This is a new practice group for people interested in NLP, coaching, language, training, change, and growth -- both personal and professional. New to NLP or these modalities? This is a great way to get an introduction. Meet-ups usually include a process to practice and time for networking.

- Is the Bible still to be taken literally in all ways and all days? If it's not, then how do we deal with the Pandora's box that opens for us? - Is the institution of marriage still applicable in our culture as it was in the Bible? - Is evolution really contradictory to Christian beliefs? - Is being Christian a box you check on a form or a process you go through? - Is everyone who does not check that box going to Hell? - What is sin really? - Why is sex the hottest area of contention and focus …

Are you looking for your true purpose in life? Do you feel that you've lost that passion you used to have, and want to rediscover? You always have this yarning to share your creative gifts/talent, but does your mind/thought somehow get in the way? Combining dance/movements, vocal expressions, sound healing, drama therapy, shamanic journey/guided imagery, and creative expressions with her a long time teacher Camille Maurine's Moving Theater (http://www.camillemaurine.com/page5/page5.html), Star G …

This group is on-hold for awhile as the organizer, me (Julie Boyles), is living in Ashland until the end of March. If someone would like to organize a non-profit event, just email me. Like giving back to your community? Want to know more about that non-profit organization that you keep hearing about? Want to volunteer but don't know where to start? Non-Profit Portland is the group for you! Portland is the mecca of non-profit (NP) organizations. The wealth of what the non-profits in our area offe …

Childhood trauma can have a profound impact on our physical, emotional, and social well-being. Healing from these longterm effects requires a strong commitment to oneself, an understanding of the effects of trauma and how they can be healed, and a lot of good support. Being part of a group of fellow survivors and learning about trauma recovery together can be deeply helpful to this process. My name is Lee Scher, MA, LPC, and I'm facilitating this group following the same format used very success …

We adult survivors of child abuse in all of it's various forms often struggle with low self esteem, depression, poor sense of boundaries and other issues that make us vulnerable to other forms of abuse including domestic violence and sexual assault. A person who is a victim of one form of abuse tends to become a victim of another form of abuse. Healing from these various forms of abuse is a long term process that can take years, a lifetime. We survivors often exhaust those around us with our sto …

The Qi-gong classes we are presenting at Whole Being Health are focused primarily around Yin cultivation. We will be teaching Qi-gong forms called One Thousand Hands Of Buddha, Morning Medical, Essence, Turtle Longevity, and Remedy Routines.  The purpose of teaching these Yin cultivating forms is to place you in a different perspective to this false Yang culture we all live in. These forms will aid a person to become more relaxed in their daily lives, and live with more joy and love in their da …

PDX Graph Meetup is a place for people to learn about and discuss graph structures, graph theory, graph databases and related topics.  We host technical presentations and lectures, product demos, lightning talks, seminars, town hall-style open forums and hands-on tutorials, in addition to less-structured monthly gatherings. Why graphs? Why now? Graph are everywhere. But as the size, complexity, and interconnectedness of data being generated, processed, and presented continues to grow, the relati …

This is a donation-based open group that meets twice per month to practice relationship skills and scenarios related to non-violent communication concepts. 90-minute group experience will consist of a combination of didactic learning, personal practice, and some personal process. Facilitated by Jesse Johnson, Group Facilitator & Relationship Coach, and NVC enthusiast.

This group is dedicated to helping self-aware people get in touch with what they were born to do and transform all blocks surrounding its expression. Our events explore both the external and internal process involved in discovering and sharing your unique gift. Join us for talks, meditations, and readings that offer stable support for giving birth to your creative light. This is the place for anyone who senses they have something profound to offer the world, yet is struggling to find its express …

Holistic health and how it is supported is an important discussion for modern times. In this group we will explore how essential oils can be applied to support your health, happiness and growth in all areas. We are currently in the process of revamping the schedule as of April 2013. Please stay tuned for new Meetups! Thank you for your patience!

After my wife committed suicide in March of 2011 I started attending suicide bereavement groups and counselling sessions attempting to work through the life shattering tragedy that was her death. I found it difficult or impossible to talk about this with friends and family or anyone who hasn't experience the loss of a loved one to suicide. I also found it difficult to get out and do the things I used to enjoy or to meet new people without feeling disassociated and uneasy. I have found, through t …

Welcome to your FRIENDS OF CONSCIOUS LIVING. We are a combination of 2 groups. The first one is a group of people seeking to live more consciously by intention. To foster this, we meet to discuss and share our experiences and insights in open conversations or presentations by members of our circle and friends from other circles. Our topics are diverse, many of an esoteric nature, many of a practical nature. We are inspired by the works of Caroline Myss, Thomas Moore, Sri Aurobindo, Ervin Lasz …

I love NVC and feel so grateful to have learned how to get in touch with my feelings. NVC is a process for developing empathy for your self as well and the world around you.

This group is designed for people interested in forming a community around the teachings of Swami Sivananda and Swami Vishnu-devananda (one of his disciples who brought the teachings of yoga to the West). We will try to offer a full range of activities including asana classes, meditation, pranayama (breathing exercise) classes, lectures on the classical teachings of yoga, and satsangs (uplifting programs that incorporate meditation, chanting, and lecture). Through our connections with the lineag …

The UX Startup is a series of design workshops and demos for startups and entrepreneurs who need to boost their product creation process with user experience design. UX-empowered products are successful products. The UX Startup will have 4 types of meetup: 1. Monthly workshops We’ll focus on one UX tool or method and give you enough hands-on practice to go back to your startup or side project with a new skill. 2. Demo Days / Case Studies: This ‘show and tell’ event will be a forum for startups t …

The insights of Jungian psychology can provide guidance for those of us who have taken on the task of navigating our own unique spiritual path. When we are brave enough to turn and face our own shadow, we encounter all kinds of forces; some destructive, others wise, supportive and even divine. In this class we will support each other in connecting with our true inner Center.     $20 per class. Facilitated by Lee Scher, L.P.C. Sat. February 16th, 1pm: Ego and Self: Who's in Charge Here? Sat. Mar …

This is World Work, Deep Democracy and group process practice groups in and around Portland area for people who are interested in community building, dreams, shamanism, Taoism, quantum physic, social activism, personal and community growth, friendship and relationship development. Anybody who are interested in these topics are welcomed. This group is run by deep democracy way. Please come to this group to co-create and transform this group together. Relationship, Friendship and Connection are …

If you are wondering how to reconnect to your artistic side and yearning for a connection to your intuitive wise self, you will find a bubbling fountain of both in SoulCollage®. I invite you to glue bits and pieces of imagery and symbolism together to create an opening to your inner self, while creating meaningful art.  No artistic ability or degrees are necessary. SoulCollage® is creating your own personal wisdom cards about you. It offers self-reflection, painting a different picture of how to …

Classes we teach in the community... Our Therapeutic Yoga and Tai Chi classes are designed to bring you beyond the one on one work that we do together. If you truly want lasting change to take hold, the tools our classes provide will empower you to do just that. Disconnection in life’s process can often lead to injury or pain which can take many forms. To prevent this disconnection from occurring we believe a personal practice which integrates the physical, energetic, psycho-emotional, intellect …

We are a group of book-lovers who meet once a month for a lively discussion.  We read both fiction and non-fiction books and are open to all genres except romance. The books are selected 2-3 times a year through a polling process.  Active members get to suggest books, then a poll is created to decide on which of those books we will read. We understand that not everyone is able to finish the book before each meeting.  Don’t let that stop you from coming to our monthly meetings.  There is always a …

This Meetup is for vegans, vegetarians and the veg-curious. We come from all over the greater Portland metro area, East, West, North and South. We do not promote any one political party or religious agenda, nor do we sell anything or recruit for other Meetups. Our group is open to singles, couples, and families of all kinds. We're here for fun, socializing and making new like-minded friends. In the past, we've posted volunteer events, outdoor events, movies, concerts, plays and author readings. …

Join us for friendship and fun and become a better public speaker in the process. Sunrise Toastmasters has helped members with their personal and professional development for over 50 years. Our club has a nice mix of new and experienced members who provide a supportive environment for improving communication and leadership skills. We meet every Thursday morning from 6:45 AM – 8:00 AM at the Standard Insurance Center in downtown Portland. The address is 900 SW 5th Ave, Portland, OR 97204. Enter o …

We are women who have Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD or ADD) and who are interested in learning strategies, skills, and processes which can enhance our lives.  We seek companionship, support, resources, recommendations and the kind of understanding that comes from being with those who "get it" from the inside out. Women who have ADHD, especially those of us who are diagnosed in our 30's, 40's, 50's and later, have many years experience of struggling to "pass" for normal, of tryi …