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Sophia Meditation Center
Old Saybrook, CT
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Sophia Meditation Center was created by a group of friends to provide a welcoming, warm, and inspiring place for anyone to come and meditate. We wanted a place like that, and expect that you do, too. That is why most of our schedule is simply open meditation sessions: come when you can, and meditate for the period of time you prefer.
For those who want meditation instruction, we also offer meditation classes and retreats for all levels of meditators.
Sophia Meditation Center is a non-profit organization, so all of our activities are donation-based and tax-deductible. There are no set fees, dues, subscriptions, memberships, "masters," anyone to follow, and vows or oaths to take, or anything like that.
So enough about us, let's talk about what you really want to know:
What is Meditation, Really?
Real meditation is:
• a form of perception
• a way of getting information
• a precise science
In modern times, people use the word meditation in vague, imprecise, and contradictory ways. In fact, most people have no idea what meditation really is.
Meditation is a state of consciousness. Since consciousness is the basis of perception, meditation is a state of perception.
In the state of meditation, by reflecting on a problem or question, we can find answers, insight, wisdom, guidance.
In the state of meditation, we can perceive what is hidden from the physical senses.
In the state of meditation, there is no debate, dogma, belief, or theory: there is only the experience of what is real.
Meditation Instruction
We offer:
• Silent, open meditation sessions a few times a week, where you can come and go as you wish. Drop by, enjoy the peace and quiet.
• Lectures twice a month on alternating Saturdays.
The lectures are recorded, so you can listen to them anytime, or check them out to see if what we teach is a good match for you.
Download free recorded lectures and accompanying images.
Have a question? Please let us know.
We hope to meet you!
Sincerely,
Your friends at Sophia Meditation Center
AWBL
Madison, CT
The Association of Women Business Leaders (AWBL) is a community of Connecticut women professionals who network, brainstorm and empower each other in their business pursuits. More than a networking group, AWBL has a strong educational aspect to assist members in growing their businesses while maintaining balance. Come and experience our inspiring speakers.
WE ARE STILL MEETING - READ OUR CHANGES IN 2019
In July of 2017 we moved from Comfort Keepers, 722 Village Walk, Guilford due to the sale of the business.
Thank you Patti Urban for your commitment to AWBL and giving us a home for so many years. We created a wonderful community and we still will keep it going.
Finding a venue on the shoreline that can serve us mornings has been a challenge to say the least. We tried various venues and locations in 2018 and they were not the right fit.
WE DID NOT WANT TO ABANDON OUR AWBL COMMUNITY THAT HAD COME TO RELY ON THE CONNECTIONS THAT HAVE BEEN CREATED. WHEN THE LEADERSHIP MET THE FEELINGS WERE MUTUAL AND WHILE WE ARE ALL BUSY WE LOVE THIS GROUP AND ITS MISSION.
WE ARE SHIFTING TO A NEW FORMAT FOR NOW. WE HOPE YOU WILL CONTINUE JOIN US.
We are currently meeting quarterly (4 Meetings) from September to June only. We are moving to a lunch meeting and it will be the 2nd Thursday and 2 hours to accommodate lunch and speaker. See Dates below.
You will still be required to pay $5 at the door and be responsible for the cost of your lunch and beverage. Check our meeting listings for details. For now mark your calendars for dates and times established.
March 14th, Cafe Allegre', Madison Lunch 11:30 - 1:30
June 13th, Outside Location TBD Lunch 11:30 - 1:30
September 12th, Cafe Allegre', Madison Lunch 11:30 - 1:30
December 5th, Cafe Allegre', Madison Lunch 11:30 - 2:00 (Holiday Celebration)
WE HOPE YOU WILL CONTINUE JOIN US!! We can't wait to see you at Cafe Allegre' on March 14th, 2019
Connecticut Tarot Study Group
Madison, CT
Tarot is a wonderful tool for personal growth and introspection, as well as divination and building community and fellowship. Join us for local, in person, workshops, meetings, classes and events, as well as occasional webinars and online events.
Christiana Gaudet is the author of Fortune Stellar and Tarot Tour Guide, and has presented at Northwest Tarot Symposium and other prominent tarot conferences. Don't miss this opportunity to meet and work with one of the leading names in tarot today!
Visit Christiana's website www.christianagaudet.com for more information!