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Dear community,
Please review the shared agreements of our online space
Confidentiality: I agree to maintain my privacy and the privacy of others
Consent: If l am asked to participate in an activity that makes me feel uncomfortable, l understand I have the right to refuse.
Acceptance: I understand people of all identities are welcome and will accept our differences in order to learn and grow together.
Dignity: I agree to treat all people including myself with respect, kindness and patience.
Safety: I understand that acts of violence or intimidation toward other members will never be accepted.
Participation: I agree to engage as much as l can and respect the time of events when possible.
Substance use: I understand that l cannot participate in events while under the influence of alcohol or drugs, but will always be welcomed.
Openness: I agree to speak from my experience with "I" statements, to listen to others without interruption, learn from the experiences of our shared community and to work through challenges together.
We’re constantly working on guidelines and best practices for a shared online community. We offer online activities that support your mental health journey. Our goal is to foster a supportive and inclusive environment where individuals can connect virtually, share experiences, and engage in activities that promote well-being. By integrating evidence-based practices and community feedback, we hope to offer resources that enhance coping skills, reduce stress, and build resilience. Together, we can create a space that nurtures connection, inner peace and self trust.
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Collective meditation
Meditation is a simple yet powerful practice that promotes awareness and acceptance of the present moment. By focusing attention on the body, breath, or compassionate feelings, meditation can help reduce stress, alleviate suffering, and foster emotional balance. It has proven benefits for managing anxiety, depression, chronic pain, and insomnia, making it a valuable tool for improving mental well-being and resilience
Join us for weekly group meditation as we rotate through practices designed to deepen your connection with yourself and the world around you. Each week we’ll focus on one of these essential skills:
1. Connecting to the Body: Ground yourself by tuning into the sensations of your body, bringing a sense of calm and awareness to the present moment.
2. Connecting to the Breath: Follow the natural rhythm of your breath to anchor your mind and body, fostering inner peace and clarity.
3. Seeking Compassion: A practice of self-compassion that extends to others, cultivating empathy and connection with the world around you.
4. Embodying Equanimity: Developing balance and resilience by embracing the transient nature of emotions and life’s challenges with grace.
Together, we’ll nurture these skills to support mental clarity, emotional balance, and personal growth.
Contact us to sign up for our weekly sessions and to receive a zoom link weekly
Unable to attend our weekly session? learn more with our free resources and meditation recordings at a time that works for you.
Deepen your contemplative practice by partnering with a licensed psychiatrist trained to provide tailored therapy to address your needs. Read about mindfulness based psychotherapy provided by our licensed provider.
Collective activity
Join in a brief moment of vulnerability
Our emotions connect us to one another, below is a word cloud that captures our shared emotional experience. You are able to add unlimited emotions at they come up through the day. We encourage you to stay connected with your self and others by practicing identifying your emotions and being vulnerable to share if comfortable.
In one word, describe how you're feeling?
We’re thinking through and planning for what makes a safe online community. Share ideas on what you would like to see.