Remaining Mindful in Uncertain Times | Discussion + Practice @ Aconchego House

**About Our Upcoming Meeting**

This session will focus on discussing what it means to be mindful in a quickly changing political and cultural landscape, and what strategies we can use to ground ourselves when the mind is pulled into worry, stress, and fear.

While this session will not veer into discussing political philosophy and will be solutions-oriented, we will also give space for members to share their lived experiences. Please consider this a fair trigger warning, and use your best judgment in deciding if you'd like to attend this discussion.

Also, very importantly, we will still be engaging in group practices in this session to put our mindfulness theory into collective action! We will open with a brief mindfulness practice, have part of our discussion, enjoy a longer practice together, finish our discussion, and end with another grounding practice.

If you have any questions or concerns about this session, please reach out to me! : )

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We'll meet at Aconchego House at 11:00 for a group discussion and guided mindfulness practice.

There is plenty of seating available, but please bring a yoga mat or meditation cushion if you prefer to sit on the floor. : )

Aconchego House graciously offers their lovely space to us at no cost for these sessions. If you can, it'd be great if you can donate 1-5 euros for the session to help keep this community center thriving!

If you have any questions about this meeting, or about the group in general, please don't hesitate to message us!

Also, please join us on WhatsApp for the most up-to-date information about our group!

WhatsApp link: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/GO0PxA4onA3AdUx7AD3hDV](https://chat.whatsapp.com/GO0PxA4onA3AdUx7AD3hDV)

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Welcome to the Queer Mindfulness Meetup!

Our meetings are a safe and inclusive space for queer individuals of all skill levels to explore mindfulness together. Whether you're brand new to mindfulness or a seasoned practitioner, you'll find a warm community here where you can learn, share, and grow.

At our meetups, we delve into the whys and hows of mindfulness, discussing its benefits and practical applications for everyday life. Through guided meditation sessions and open group discussions, we aim to equip each other with the tools and insights to lead more mindful and fulfilling lives.

**Types of Meditations We May Explore:**

* Breath Awareness Meditation
* Loving-Kindness (Metta) Meditation
* Mindful Movement (e.g., walking meditation, Yoga, Tai Chi)
* Visualization and Imagery Practices

**Discussion Topics May Include:**

* Exploring the Benefits of Mindfulness
* Overcoming Challenges in Meditation Practice
* Integrating Mindfulness into Daily Life
* Cultivating Self-Compassion and Acceptance
* Mindfulness and Queer Identity

We encourage active participation and welcome anyone who wants to co-organize or lead an event. Whether you have a particular meditation technique to share or a topic you're passionate about discussing, your contributions are valued and appreciated.

Come as you are, and let's embark on this journey of self-discovery and connection together!

The Achontego house is a non-profit queer community center.
This meetup group is not affiliated with them, but we support their vision.
They organize a variety of events like support groups, artistic workshops and thematic get-togethers.
check out their Instagram for more details
[https://www.instagram.com/aconchego.house?igsh=MTE0cHNyNmQ2YWxybQ==](https://www.instagram.com/aconchego.house?igsh=MTE0cHNyNmQ2YWxybQ==)