This is a group for people of different faiths or no faith at all who like to ask questions and enjoy courteous and vigorous discussion about life in a casual setting. Each meeting will take place at a local cafe, last one hour, and feature one question big enough to inspire wonder but practical enough to help us examine our lives. Our goal is to provide questions that help us examine views different from our own with civility and empathy. No background in philosophy is required to join.

Successful Thinkers Network is a group of like minded and committed individuals who believe people will buy or use product / service from people they know,like, and trust. The Successful Thinkers Network's mission is to build a community of Small Business Owners and Entrepreneurs that exchange leads, and help each other find solutions to business challenges.   During our meetings, we have speakers from all walks of life, share their expertise, books and critical thinking, WITHOUT pushing their b …

Brand New Group Located in the politically dead South Bay, we are looking for sociologically conscious individuals who are interested in learning and connecting with individuals who are infusing activism into every aspect of their lives. Members should be: Open minded, critical thinking, funny, rational, cutting edge, and actively working or wanting to work on projects. Let's meet up! let's just do it and then figure out what we'll do next.  "I hope to implement my beliefs  -- democracy, self/co …

This is a group to support individuals who have shed the doctrine they were most likely "brought up" in. As a former Christian, I do not have support from friends and family to pursue truth and have an honest discussion. We believe in the power of evidence, science and a healthy debate.

This is a group for people who are seriously interested in expanding knowledge in all directions! It is not for everyone. I am only looking for members who have specialized knowledge that they are eager to share and who passionately want to learn about a variety of subjects. Each meetup will be focused around a particular topic and lead by one or more members with knowledge thereof. It will be a mix of lecture, discussion, show and tell, and more. Some topic categories might be: various cultures …

… We also recognize the value of new departures in thought, the arts, and inner experience—each subject to analysis by critical intelligence. Humans are an integral part of nature, the result of unguided evolutionary change. Humanists recognize nature as self-existing. We accept our life as all and enough, distinguishing things as they are from things as we might wish or imagine them to be. We welcome the challenges of the future, and are drawn to and undaunted by the yet to be known. Ethical va …

… Throw your ideas out there to the group, expect impassioned and critical debate. Ideas and well-grounded skeptical criticism first. Personalities, ego, and hubris second. Bring it on! A cuasal focus: 1) This group IS for scientists and those interested in physical causality – those interested in thinking like scientists.  2) This group IS NOT intended for those motivated by an interest in self help, metaphysics, personal transformation, transhumanism, spirituality, transcendence, life exten …

… Re-defining success is of critical importance as we begin to experience these changes because our brain will make happen what it focuses on. This is not a casual, drop-in group; it's a deep invitation for connection and commitment. We won't be sitting around whining about our problems with getting older; instead we'll be sharing our challenges honestly, with a goal to listen deeply, share resources, and support and inspire one another. If the purpose of this group resonates with you at a …

… This very special group of people usually possess the characteristics of open-mindedness, receptiveness, forward thinking attitude, passion, and some level of rationality. Concepts that shift one’s perspective are generally obscure and  contrary to ‘conventional wisdom’--and their ideology is diametrically opposed. Here are some examples of ‘conventional wisdom’ through the ages: ‘The Earth is the center of the Universe’ -- ‘The Earth if flat’ -- ‘All heavenly bodies are perfect spheres’ -- …

… In the future, I will take suggestions for restaurants, but along with a name, you need to send me some type of critical review to support your choice, and more importantly, to have participated in a few meet ups. I think this group offers a unique opportunity for interesting people to eat at interesting places. Hope to see you there! Erica