Awakin LA: West
"In the same way that rain breaks into a house with a bad roof, desire breaks into the mind that has not been practicing meditation." --Anonymous
Awakin Circles gather to connect more deeply with ourselves and with one another. We deepen in friendship and community, inner work and contemplation, and skillful service and external action. We draw inspiration from all of the world’s wisdom traditions – spiritual, indigenous, faith, and secular.
These gatherings have no set agendas, no teachers or proposed beliefs -- they are simply a space to come together to listen to ourselves and to one another. There is no cost to attend; it is a simple offering in the spirit of co-creating a space for deeper wisdom to emerge, in silence and in community with others. These circles have spread organically around the world through word-of-mouth. They are fluid, and so whoever shows up each time creates the right group.
To stay updated with our next circle, simply click on the Connect tab and send a message to the host! You'll then be emailed as more information is available.
Circle Format
5:30PM Collective silence for an hour. It is unguided, without any instructions or music. For first-timers, this primer on meditation may be helpful.
6:30PM A short reading (sent out earlier via email), followed by a circle of sharing of "aha" moments from everyday life.
8:00PM A home-cooked vegetarian meal, offered in silence, followed by informal interaction.
There is no cost to attend, nor any solicitations; everything is offered as a humble gift and people organically "pay it forward" to the world in their own ways.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What's the flow? We start with an hour of meditation; that is followed by a circle of sharing, and then a meal in silence.
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How many people attend? Serendipity typically brings together 10-30 diverse folks.
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I'm not local! You can join another location or perhaps even start your own!
We are profoundly grateful that our paths have crossed in this sacred way. Please do get in touch if you have any questions. We look forward to growing in stillness and service, together.