Learn how to apply the tools of positive psychology to flourish with other like-minded happiness seekers.  Increase your sense of well-being with the research-based methods of positive psychology and understand the art and science of authentic happiness

The purpose of the Psychology of Eating and Mind Body Nutrition Meetup Group is to bring together individuals interested in exploring how thoughts, feelings and beliefs impact nutritional metabolism and health. We will focus on the fascinating connections between brain, body, digestion, and behavior. As well as, bring to light how the social, emotional, cultural, and spiritual dimensions of life can literally and scientifically influence how we digest and assimilate a meal, and how we calorie-bu …

Be the change YOU wish to see in the world." Become YOUR Best! Learn to generate Enthusiasm and Passion in your Life! Learning Positive Psychology is active & experiential. This is not a spectator sport! The tools and techniques are designed to draw out from you those actions, thoughts, feelings, and decisions that will make you more successful, more productive, more engaged, and happier. Are you ready to learn & explore together? Feel free to contact me with questions, comments, concerns, …

Would you like to understand how a dog's mind works? Are you a dog owner or dog professional and want to tackle tough behavior problems like anxiety or aggression? This group will focus on topics like these. We will invite dog psychology experts to speak in small round table discussion groups, so that you can have the opportunity to learn, ask questions, and learn from the experiences with others. I hope to see you at our events! Kim Organizer

A space for psychologists, psychotherapists, philosophers, and those interested in a non-medicalized approach to psychology to dialogue about RD Laing, the eminent Scottish psychiatrist whose ideas--love them or hate them--about treating patients as humans and respecting their individual experiences revolutionized psychiatry and psychology. We will meet to discuss various aspects of his work in a collegial atmosphere of food, drink, and fun, the kind of gathering one hopes Laing would have wante …

In this introductory workshop women will explore feminine psychology. Using myths and archetypes we will translate psychological concepts into womens’ language. Discovering the Greek Goddess archetypes within allows for a new understanding of childhood, relationship to self and the body, relationship to men and women, sexuality, spirituality, family, work, and psychological difficulties. The insights gained through this ancient wisdom create new ways of seeing and of overcoming limitations. With …

A support group open to anyone who wishes to recover their — and their family's — health using the most powerful body and mind healing protocol there is. What is GAPS? The GAPS Diet is based on the work of Dr. Natasha Campbell-McBride. She discovered the SCD Diet (Specific Carbohydrate Diet) and took it a step further by describing the gut-brain connection in the book Gut and Psychology Syndrome. Her patients coined the term GAP Syndrome or simply GAPS. The diet became known as the GAPS Diet. G …

This is a social and networking group for professionals and graduate students in counseling, psychology, social work, marriage and family therapy, psychiatric nursing, school psychology, rehabilitation counseling, creative arts therapy, and other counseling related helping professions. This group should provide opportunities for networking, and hopefully a casual atmosphere for like minded individuals to get together. Please note: This group is only open to current post-graduate professionals an …

"Jung's psychology offers not only a method for psychological healing of individuals but also a new world view for Western Man which holds out the possibility for healing the split in the contemporary collective psyche". ( Edward Edinger, 1998 ) Meet and gather with other Jungian & Transpersonal enthusiasts. Explore Jung's works, his life and his luminous ideas on the human psyche with similiar-minded individuals in a non-judgemental and supportive community. Lets gather and discuss his life, h …

How does one live a good life? This simple question can be surprisingly difficult to answer. Yet not taking an honest try at answering it (or even worse: ignoring the question entirely) can lead to the risk of misliving one's life. One of the main goals of ancient philosophy in the West was to help guide people in answering this question rigorously and well, and then helping people to live in accordance with their life's philosophy (literally "the love of wisdom"). One of the most successful and …

We meet at the Sony Plaza at 550 Madison (between 55th and 56th) every first Saturday of the month at 2pm. We talk about why our best logic, experience, physics, (yes, even quantum mechanics) psychology and neuroscience all point to the inescapable conclusion that human beings DO NOT have a free will; we have a predetermined, causal will. What makes free will impossible?  Logically, because everything happens for a reason, and every reason has a prior reason.  Experientially, the simple fact tha …

Psychoanalysis is a body of ideas developed by Austrian Physician Sigmund Freud and his followers, which is devoted to the study of human psychological functioning and behavior. Psychoanalysis has three applications: a method of investigation of the mind; a systematized set of theories about human behavior; a method of treatment of psychological or emotional illness. Under the broad umbrella of psychoanalysis there are at least twenty-two different theoretical orientations regarding the …

Quantified Connecticut is for anyone interested in self quantification. We will be exploring topics such as behavior design, psychology, sharing insight around personal tracking and in general have deep and intimate discussions on using tech to lead healthier, better, productive lives.

Members of this group will read and discuss historical and current work on attachment theory in psychology. Anyone who is interested in attachment theory is welcome.

This group is being created in hopes that individuals working within the professions of Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Child Psychology will find more cross-disciplinary support within Westchester and Rockland Counties. Specifically, this group is geared toward Those professionals working within the 0-3 population, but therapists working with all ages are encouraged to sign up. Now more than ever -because of service cuts, conflicting research on specific topics of in …

InnerTuning introduces and sharpens individual skills for balanced psychospiritual growth. It builds on the ancient Tantric and Vedic traditions of India, enriching contemporary psychology and science in order to meet the needs of modern times. Its distinguishing features include: • A unique and detailed explanation of chakras (Microchakra Psychology and its microchakras), which are centers of energy in the subtle body. • An understanding of how the relationship between openings and blocks for t …

This group presents information, experiences and news to evoke full human potential. Welcome to Spiritual Transitions! My name is Laura Schwalm-Anthony and I am a Master Psychic Healer, Certified Holistic Health Coach and Modern day Spiritualist. I have over 18 years experience in helping people all over the world heal and balance their body, mind and spirit. I look forward to sharing the information which I have learned, not only through books but through physical practice and experiences. In …

This is a group for people interested in face to face real contact with others for the purpose of building relationships premised on being real and yourself. We use methods of process-oriented psychology to explore subjects which are normally difficult to tackle, such as shyness, anxiety, desire, self-esteem, etc. Our meetings include facilitated dialog, body-oriented and movement exercises, improvisation and role-play, dreaming and art. These are alcohol-free events. We welcome all favors of cu …

Welcome to our group! Happiness is not found. It's created. Through research in positive psychology and neuroscience, we now know more than ever about what actually helps us feel content, wholehearted, satisfied and full of purpose. Come learn about this with us! We will venture into all sorts of topics related to happiness like: creativity authenticity play mindfulness connection balance gratitude Everyone is welcome. Join us in exploring what makes for a fulfilling life.

MyTherapist is a group of therapists in private practice in NYC.  We offer meetups for other professionals to train in clinical sexology and rational emotive behavior therapy as well as meetups for the public on topics related to psychology, psychotherapy, LGBT issues, and human sexuality.  Some of our Meetups have gone on to become recurring therapy groups facilitated by one of our staff (but don'[t worry, once a workshop crosses over to therapy, we don't coordinate that thru Meetup.com) We're …

This is a group for anyone interested in learning about managing and reducing stress in their lives. Stress is a normal part of all of our lives, and despite its negative connotation, stress can actually be a positive thing at times. Stress can present itself when we have an important task like taking an exam, giving a presentation, or going on a job interview. When these situations arise, stress hormones are released into the body and trigger a flight or flight response. This can be a positive …

We all have regrets. This is a group for people to come together, discuss regrets, explore the psychology of regret, and share ideas on ways to reduce regret.

Group therapy is effective and powerful approach to both treating stress-related conditions and finding solutions to the underlying problems. Not only will you get professional advice from an experienced specialist, you will also benefit from experiences and insight of other members of the group. In a successful group, a unique family-like atmosphere evolves that makes the sessions attractive and comforting for the participants. Group therapy sessions are covered by many medical insurance plans …

This meetup is dedicated to the learning & living of the science of Positive Psychology the study of well-being, success & happiness!

Everyone is welcomed. What connects us is the love of the question, and a passion for challenging our most cherished assumptions and principles. Come, gather, commune, eat & drink and meet other local common folk who also possess an inner zeal and curiosity for philosophy, psychology, history, spirituality, religion, anthropology, literature, critical discourse, camaraderie, laughter, insight and more. Lets cultivate an ongoing discourse......and let us together leave the conversation with a per …

This group is for anyone interested in personal growth. Through the use of Positive Psychology and various Happiness Seminars and techniques we explore and open new ways of living life

Idealists & Rationals of Boston Would you rather talk about concepts and ideas than the latest movies, trends, and small talk? Do you desire either a strong intellectual or emotional connection - or both - with the friends that you meet? This group was created for you! Please Note: If @ any time you have a question or would like more information contact Madeleine Kando @ 781-454-9286 . You can also text her your number and she will text you updates on the group - anytime there is a new meeting …

Meet others who are interested in the Enneagram and other personality systems like the Myers-Briggs and Astrology. Herb Pearce, who is an expert on the Enneagram, offers beginning and advanced workshops on the Enneagram, Myers-Briggs, Personal Thinking Patterns and Astrology. Herb also leads Eckhart Tolle spiritual evenings, The Law of Attraction, Relationship Communication workshops, bird/plant walks and many other workshops. See his Singles events also posted on www.meetup.com/The-Arlington-Si …