“ I'm interested in learning more of the soft-internal martial arts such as Tai Chi and Qigong. I'd also be interested in practicing it outdoors on days with good weather. I think that improves practice techniques more than being stuck inside. ”

“ Hi, I am Heather Lynn Keesling and I live in warrenton, virginia all of my life. I am 34 year's old and I want to meet people in all age group . heather lynn keesling warrenton, virginia ”

“ I love eastern philosophy and the study of the mind. I just started teaching Yoga, and I am starting a PhD program in Psychology in the fall. I am very interested in the mind's role in the maintenance of health and the prevention of disease. ”

“ Just recently moved back to Northern Virginia from Dallas, currently have a business in Dallas and in Fairfax. Looking to get back in the flow of this area and meet liked minded people. ”

“ I have been in the area since December and live with my two dogs and a cat. My recent past life was as a ceramist making tiles, sinks, murals and now I work in an office. ”

“ I'm Clayton. I'm 26 and I live in DC. Have had epilepsy for 6 years. Looking for more support from others like me. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I'm new in the area and want to make connections with like-minded people. ”

“ I'm a bit of an introvert even though I can be mistaken for a voracious extrovert when I'm nervous. I'm just looking for new things to learn about, get involved in. I want out of this shell! It won't happen the way I'm living right now... ”

“ I am interested in meeting other creative folks in the area. Artists, musicians, writers.. I would also like to meet with other people drawn to spirituality along the lines of E. Tolle, K. Wilber, Thich Nhat Hanh to name a few. ”

“ I have been practicing Buddhist meditation for twelve years. I have been involved with two local DC sanghas, but currently do not belong to any. I am now trying to reestablish a mindfulness practice and a connection to spiritual community. ”

“ I grew up in an environment where world cultures were appreciated and studied - My belief system is unconventional for my age and culture. I am a writer in the making, a photographer by calling, a business woman by necessity and a mother by choice. ”

“ I live in DC and would love to start finding some more like-minded people. I play in a band here, Twin Earth.. I am very into eastern philosophy, pharmacology, spirituality, nature.. deep talks. Anyone with some substance out there? ”

“ Change matters! Diversity is important. Interested in spiritualism meetings near Dupont or Logan Circle. ”

“ I LUB LUB LUB to scrapbook. It is my passion....so let's get together so we can crop crop crop! Let's plan a meetup at my house, your house, the library or even a coffee shop. Where doesn't matter as long as we are croppin'. ”

“ I want local Raw Food Meetups because I love the way I feel when l when I eat raw and I'm looking forward to meeting new rawsome people. ”

“ I study Theravada Buddhism and practice Vipassana Meditation. I would like to meet others with the same or similar practice to share meditation, Dharma talks, and the mutual support of an active community. Recently moved back to Virgina. ”

“ Hey - We are new to Maryland as of 2/08 and looking to make friends. I've been veg for 10 years and my wife has been her whole life! Always up for a veggie meal and a cool beverage. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I just start reading about Buddhism and I'm very interested in learning more. ”

“ Hello fellow seekers...I'm new at all of this but very interested in developing a better understanding of myself and the universe -- TOE. ”

“ Hey Guys! I'm interesting in learning and discussing the topics surrounding the environment, whole food nutrition, alternative health and basically how to live a better life every day. I'm an active girl and would love to know more! ”

“ Hello! I have just moved to D.C. from Boston. I am a Yoga Teacher, Reiki 2 practitioner and a Registered Nurse. I am looking to meet like-minded individuals that share an interest in Yoga, Mind/Body Health, Buddhism and Social Activism. Namaste! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I would like to find a group of like minded individuals practicing earth centered spirituality. ”

“ I am an avid tennis player having played most years from my early youth. I consider myself an advanced player, however I have a lot of energy and can play all day if needed. ”

“ I want local Buddhism Meetups because I desire to meet people who are spiritual beings. ”

“ Hello! I Look Forward to Meeting Some New and Interesting People. I am a SWPM-Technology Prof. and Native of the Wash DC Area (McLean, VA). Feel Free to Say Hello! :) ”

“ I know quite a few people who go to Burning Man, but I don't know if I can really afford it. ”

“ I want these meetups because I want to find people interested in esoteric wisdom who I can share what I have learned with and learn from them as well, not to mention your probably the more intelligent people on the earth so your company should be fun. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because they sound stimulating and fun. I love conversation about these topics and finding kindred spirits. ”

“ I'm always looking forward to meeting new kalyana mittas (spiritual friends) and, as Thoreau once wrote, to "find[ing] a path however narrow or crooked in which to walk with reverence." Until soon ... ”

“ Great if a good writer's group could come of this! Optioned a s-play, and a work in progress. Thursdays are not good for me :-( ”

“ i suppose because this kind of stuff seems to be the next step in my immediate path. ”

“ i've studied taoism for a while now, but feel my knowledge is very limited and was wondering if there were other people around so i could learn more and get other's views on taoism. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am from China, and really interested in both buddhism and Taoism. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I want to learn more. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I'm interested in Buddhism. ”

“ Would like to find people to share the same interests ”