Decompress and connect at the end of your work week with meditation practice and community. This event is in partnership with the Young Meditators Group of Portland.
This open session offers 20 minutes of silent meditation followed by a meditative talking circle practice, and the opportunity to connect and socialize afterwards at a local pub.
No experience required, and meditators of all traditions are welcome.
Cushions will be provided but feel free to bring your own.
SCHEDULE
6:30 – 7:00PM Silent Meditation
Silent meditation practice (you are welcome to practice a silent meditation of your choosing)
7:00 – 7:25PM Meditative Talking Circle
Resting on the foundation of meditation practice, this talking circle practice expands to include others in the circle. While maintaining a meditation practice, members of the circle are welcome to speak from the present moment, though speaking is not required to participate. Instructions will be provided at the beginning so please arrive on time for this part of the practice.
7:25PM Closing and Social
There will be some time after group to connect after practice, after which the group may choose to go out for drinks and snacks at a nearby pub within walking distance.
This is a 'by donation' event. Suggested donation amount $3-10: Please Donate Here(https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=PPCNJX8KYKY42)
If you are a regular member, please consider signing up for a monthly donation- it helps make this group sustainable!
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
TaborSpace, 5441 Southeast Belmont Street, Portland, us
