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May/June Corazón Series Workshops - Developing a Wise Reflective Practice with MEA faculty Chris Murchison and Guests - May 9 to June 20, every other Tuesday at 9am PT
Reflection is an age-old tradition, a form of contemplation in search of truth. It is a way of looking within, listening deeply, and discovering greater aspects of ourselves. It is a way to engage our “third vault’ that deeper layer of experience, the wisdom of our felt experience. Pursued as a sustained and disciplined practice, reflection gives us access to a new wisdom that can expand our self-awareness and steer us faithfully through liminal spaces and towards our calling. Join us to explore what is possible for you through creative reflective practice.
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Join us as we continue our conversation and connection with the Europe/UK Chapter!
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We will hike at the beautiful Colorado Chautauqua to Woods Quarry, providing a panoramic view to the east. This 2.5-mile trail is considered “moderate”, and has a 577-foot elevation gain. After our hike we will gather near the Chautauqua Auditorium for light snacks and continued conversation.
8:30am - Meet at the New Vista High School Parking Lot, 2101 Baseline Road, Boulder (free parking)
8:45am - Load onto free shuttle to Chautauqua (10 minute ride)
9:00 - 10:30am-ish: - Woods Quarry Hike
10:30 - 11:00am - Light snacks near the Chautauqua Auditorium
RSVP to greg.rose@me.com with 'MEA Hike' in Subject line
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Saturday June 10th : New England Chapter IN PERSON EVENT at Sticks and Stones Farm in Newtown, CT.
Please join us from 10 am to 4 pm to share conversation, explore new ideas and just have some fun. Breakfast, lunch and dinner (after 4 pm) are included. We are asking everyone to contribute $100 for the cost of renting the facility and the food.
At the retreat, in the morning, we will be joined by Jacqueline Sussman (NE MEA alum) who is teaching at an MEA workshop in Santa Fe in 2024. Jackie will lead us through some thought-provoking, inspiring exercises in Eidetic Images. After lunch, in the afternoon, we will be able to sit in a talking circle with Algonquin Grandmother Nancy Andry and hear some indigenous wisdom about what it means to become an elder in Native American communities.
There is also a labyrinth, hiking trails, lovely peaceful ponds and gardens to explore at Sticks and Stones Farm. It’s a beautiful place to gather together and get to know each other better.
RSVP to Kerrie Lirosi (klirosi@gmail.com) for more details.
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Our upcoming meeting will include a 5-minute opening or centering exercise, followed by an open discussion of "hot topics" in caregiving that participants want to share. We can "popcorn" from one participant to the next. We meet every other Monday. What resources have you found most useful (videos, books, articles)?
The Carer Resources we've collected can be found here. This is your document so feel free to add content as you see fit. Tabs at the bottom cover many topics including, Caring for ourselves, as we care for others, Caring for those with Alzheimer's, General Elder Care, etc. If you don't see an overarching topic, simply add a tab.
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HIKE! CAMP! KAYAK!
from member Betsy Benoit
Come to Pine Point Campground (where MEA alumni Kathy is a host!) for the day or overnight and soak up the beauty around Mt Hood.
Please choose which date would work best and based on the results I'll book the campsite(s). RSVP CRITICAL BY JUNE 2 (for site booking) to Betsy at: (281) 253-2836
-Wednesday June 14 (overnight with dayhikers coming up the afternoon of the 14th or morning of the 15th), OR
-Thursday June 15 (overnight with dayhikers coming up the afternoon of the 15th or morning of the 16th)
Located in Mt Hood area on the southern shore of Timothy Lake, Pine Point Campground is one of eight established campgrounds that encircle the reservoir. Pine Point acts as a campground and day-use area with campsites, picnic areas, vault toilets, access to potable water and a boat ramp. The majority of the camp sites at Pine Point are significantly larger than the other area campsites. Double sites are $34 per night, and Group sites are $50 per night. https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232865
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Join your local MEA alum for a unique self-care experience along the dramatic Northern California coastline. Wendy is a local tide pool docent and forest therapy guide and will be providing an opportunity for connecting with self, others and the gorgeous landscape of Maverick’s beach.
Date: Saturday, June 17th
Time: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Location: Meet at HMB Yacht Club and walk out to Mavericks Beach(a local energy vortex).
RSVP by June 10th (650)730-6005/wendyfigone@yahoo.com
After signing up, you will receive additional details regarding preparation.
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MEA East Bay Summer Dance Party: Saturday, June 17, 3 - 5 pm in Emeryville
Move in healthy and inspiring ways, get us out of our normal somatic patterns, and explore our inner and outer parts! BE Chapter members Peter Ajemian and Margot Rose Lederer have organized a dance party with Bernadette Jurich's assistance. All body types and physical capacities are welcome. Come as you ARE, not how you might want to be.
What you can expect: 2 hours of movement with all sorts of breaks in the middle, including: a safe, mindfulness joint warm up; exploration of different ways to move your body to world beats; and a partner dance game. Then we'll drink and dance to our hearts delight. Shoes are welcome on the wood floor, feel free to dance barefoot as well. If people are interested, we might continue the festivities afterward at a nearby restaurant.
Space is limited. To confirm your attendance and receive event location and details, email Bernadette Jurich.
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May/June Corazón Series Workshops - Developing a Wise Reflective Practice with MEA faculty Chris Murchison and Guests - May 9 to June 20, every other Tuesday at 9am PT
Reflection is an age-old tradition, a form of contemplation in search of truth. It is a way of looking within, listening deeply, and discovering greater aspects of ourselves. It is a way to engage our “third vault’ that deeper layer of experience, the wisdom of our felt experience. Pursued as a sustained and disciplined practice, reflection gives us access to a new wisdom that can expand our self-awareness and steer us faithfully through liminal spaces and towards our calling. Join us to explore what is possible for you through creative reflective practice.
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Join an In-Person Event. Details on venue to be sent out by email prior to each event. Cities include Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Singapore and Hong Kong – with more being added soon.
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The theme for the TX/OK MEA Cohort for 2023 - GROWING Old. We’re all getting old. Our MEA experience was all about growing old in a purposeful way. Our community gives us an opportunity to continue this conversation once a month so it finds a place in our consciousness amidst all of the chaos and clutter of our lives.
Chapter Six: Am I Having a Late-Life Crisis?
- Select a committed listener who will listen to your answers to the “late-life crisis” questions in chapter 6.
- Explore ways to turn crisis into calling.
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Join us on June 23 from 10am -noon for an exclusive private tour of the I.M. Pei designed Buck Institute for Research on Aging in Novato. The Buck is globally recognized as a leader in efforts to gain insights into the critical molecular and biologic drivers of aging, the number one risk factor for chronic diseases of aging. With this research and development of therapies,, adding years to your lifespan – healthspan – is within reach.
The tour will begin with an informative overview of the Buck Institute by Brian Van Weele, Chief Philanthropic Officer and MEA Alum, followed by a personal behind-the-scenes tour of the labs where the magic of research happens and see what they are currently working on.
We’ll head to lunch at a local cafe after the tour from 12-1:30pm.
A big thank you to North Bay alum Bobbie Chapman who works at Buck for organizing this event for us! Limited to 20 spots RSVP: Bobbie at BChapman@buckinstitute.org
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MEA Alumn Michael Perman is bringing his “Third Act” to life with professional wine tasting. If you love wine, you will love a multi-sensory wine experience provided by Michael Perman, a professional sommelier.
In this two-hour experience crafted for MEA friends, Michael will select wines from a Michelin-Star restaurant menu curated by WineAccess.com and provide a guided tasting tour for up to eight people at the home he shares with Jordana.
June 25, 5:00 - 7:00 PM
835 South Pennoyer Street
Portland, 97239
RSVP IMMEDIATELY: 415-948-4467
Maximum 8 people, first come first serve:
Cost: $25 per person to cover the wine: @Michael-Perman1 or bring cash to the event
RSVP: permando@icloud.com
More info: https://www.michaelperman.org/
Michael has honed his wine knowledge from 30 years of experience with wine and formal education with the Wine and Spirits Education Trust, based in London. In addition, his experience leading innovation and creativity workshops makes the event even more fun! In your fabulous tasting, you will learn how historical stories, local culture, and bespoke winemaking techniques merge to make some of the finest wines in the world.
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Our upcoming meeting will include a 5-minute opening or centering exercise, followed by an open discussion of "hot topics" in caregiving that participants want to share. We can "popcorn" from one participant to the next. We meet every other Monday. What resources have you found most useful (videos, books, articles)?
The Carer Resources we've collected can be found here. This is your document so feel free to add content as you see fit. Tabs at the bottom cover many topics including, Caring for ourselves, as we care for others, Caring for those with Alzheimer's, General Elder Care, etc. If you don't see an overarching topic, simply add a tab.
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Welcome to the Canadian Chapter of MEA alumni!
In the spirit of keeping the MEA vibe alive, we'd like to invite you to join us for our next Canadian Chapter event!
We meet via zoom on the last Wednesday of every month.
Besides connecting with other MEA alums, these 60-minute events are an opportunity for purposeful conversations. Not only do we share our experiences and insights gathered from our time with MEA, but we also invite suggestions for topics that you're passionate or curious about.
And true to the MEA way, we offer the safety of generous listening and authentic sharing from the third vault. (We speak from our heart more than our mind).
If you have any topic you'd like us to talk about, or a question you might have for us all, please contact me or go to the proposed list of topics here.
We really hope you can join us for our next exclusively Canadian MEA event!
Let’s keep the MEA vibe alive!
Charlie James
Canada Chapter Lead
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Welcome to the Canadian Chapter of MEA alumni!
In the spirit of keeping the MEA vibe alive, we'd like to invite you to join us for our next Canadian Chapter event!
We meet via zoom on the last Wednesday of every month.
Besides connecting with other MEA alums, these 60-minute events are an opportunity for purposeful conversations. Not only do we share our experiences and insights gathered from our time with MEA, but we also invite suggestions for topics that you're passionate or curious about.
And true to the MEA way, we offer the safety of generous listening and authentic sharing from the third vault. (We speak from our heart more than our mind).
If you have any topic you'd like us to talk about, or a question you might have for us all, please contact me or go to the proposed list of topics here.
We really hope you can join us for our next exclusively Canadian MEA event!
Let’s keep the MEA vibe alive!
Charlie James
Canada Chapter Lead
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Our upcoming meeting will include a 5-minute opening or centering exercise, followed by an open discussion of "hot topics" in caregiving that participants want to share. We can "popcorn" from one participant to the next. We meet every other Monday. What resources have you found most useful (videos, books, articles)?
The Carer Resources we've collected can be found here. This is your document so feel free to add content as you see fit. Tabs at the bottom cover many topics including, Caring for ourselves, as we care for others, Caring for those with Alzheimer's, General Elder Care, etc. If you don't see an overarching topic, simply add a tab.
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ELASTIC: Stretch without snapping or snapping back
What does it take to continue to stretch without snapping, snapping back, or losing your shape? In this interactive workshop we’ll explore the metaphor of elasticity as a pathway to understanding our capacity to adapt. We’ll do a quick overview of the skills of ELASTIC leadership: energy, likeability, adaptability, strategy, trust, imagination and curiosity, with a deeper dive into how to identify your preferred way of becoming more adaptable. Embedded in recent research informing her latest book, ELASTIC: Stretch without snapping or snapping back (2023), professional facilitator Dr. Rebecca Sutherns will host an engaging conversation on how to increase your nimbleness and resilience as you navigate transitions.
About the presenter
Dr. Rebecca Sutherns is an insightful and high energy collaborative strategist and world class facilitator who has served as a trusted advisor to hundreds of mission-driven organizations in Canada and internationally. Rebecca brings intellect, enthusiasm and varied experience to her speaking, writing and coaching on adaptability. She is a skilled communicator, with a particular gift for helping leaders make wiser decisions faster. Rebecca holds a PhD in sustainable communities and a Master’s in Public Administration. She is a Certified Professional Facilitator and Certified Leadership Coach, frequent keynote speaker and author of the books Nimble: Off Script But Still On Track – a coaching guide for responsive facilitation (2019), Sightline: Strategic plans that gather momentum not dust (2020) and ELASTIC: Stretch without snapping or snapping back (2023). Learn more at rebeccasutherns.com.
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SUMMER OF MUSIC CONCERT SERIES
Foothills Park, Lake Oswego OR
July 12th * Wednesday * 7-9pm
Music by Ty Curtis
*NOTE! This is a CRAZY busy area of Lake Oswego and the parking can be a bear. Please don't let that discourage you from coming, but use it to make a good plan - can you car pool with someone? Can you get there early? Bike over? Uber and be dropped on State Street and walk down?
I will do what I did last year and get there before 5pm just so I can stake out an area with a couple of blankets. Bring a small blanket or low back chair and any food or drinks you'd like for yourself or to share. There's also food you can purchase there. Please RSVP so I get an idea of how many people might be showing up! Let's boogy!
*More to come for JULY & AUG! I just want to get this sent out so you can RSVP immediately for the first two great events!
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Join other MEA alumni from around Asia Pacific for our monthly Zoom call. Each connect includes a “Getting to Know You” introduction to a team member, a short presentation on our topic for the month and a break-out discussion on the topic. Animated conversations guaranteed!
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The theme for the TX/OK MEA Cohort for 2023 - GROWING Old. We’re all getting old. Our MEA experience was all about growing old in a purposeful way. Our community gives us an opportunity to continue this conversation once a month so it finds a place in our consciousness amidst all of the chaos and clutter of our lives.
Chapter Seven: Will I Earn a Passing Grade in Life?
- What do you want your legacy to be?
- How do you wish to be remembered by those whose lives you have touched?
- Create your own celebration of life, and share it with those you care about.
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Our upcoming meeting will include a 5-minute opening or centering exercise, followed by an open discussion of "hot topics" in caregiving that participants want to share. We can "popcorn" from one participant to the next. We meet every other Monday. What resources have you found most useful (videos, books, articles)?
The Carer Resources we've collected can be found here. This is your document so feel free to add content as you see fit. Tabs at the bottom cover many topics including, Caring for ourselves, as we care for others, Caring for those with Alzheimer's, General Elder Care, etc. If you don't see an overarching topic, simply add a tab.
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Welcome to the Canadian Chapter of MEA alumni!
In the spirit of keeping the MEA vibe alive, we'd like to invite you to join us for our next Canadian Chapter event!
We meet via zoom on the last Wednesday of every month.
Besides connecting with other MEA alums, these 60-minute events are an opportunity for purposeful conversations. Not only do we share our experiences and insights gathered from our time with MEA, but we also invite suggestions for topics that you're passionate or curious about.
And true to the MEA way, we offer the safety of generous listening and authentic sharing from the third vault. (We speak from our heart more than our mind).
If you have any topic you'd like us to talk about, or a question you might have for us all, please contact me or go to the proposed list of topics here.
We really hope you can join us for our next exclusively Canadian MEA event!
Let’s keep the MEA vibe alive!
Charlie James
Canada Chapter Lead
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Welcome to the Canadian Chapter of MEA alumni!
In the spirit of keeping the MEA vibe alive, we'd like to invite you to join us for our next Canadian Chapter event!
We meet via zoom on the last Wednesday of every month.
Besides connecting with other MEA alums, these 60-minute events are an opportunity for purposeful conversations. Not only do we share our experiences and insights gathered from our time with MEA, but we also invite suggestions for topics that you're passionate or curious about.
And true to the MEA way, we offer the safety of generous listening and authentic sharing from the third vault. (We speak from our heart more than our mind).
If you have any topic you'd like us to talk about, or a question you might have for us all, please contact me or go to the proposed list of topics here.
We really hope you can join us for our next exclusively Canadian MEA event!
Let’s keep the MEA vibe alive!
Charlie James
Canada Chapter Lead
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Join other MEA alumni from around Asia Pacific for our monthly Zoom call. Each connect includes a “Getting to Know You” introduction to a team member, a short presentation on our topic for the month and a break-out discussion on the topic. Animated conversations guaranteed!
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The theme for the TX/OK MEA Cohort for 2023 - GROWING Old. We’re all getting old. Our MEA experience was all about growing old in a purposeful way. Our community gives us an opportunity to continue this conversation once a month so it finds a place in our consciousness amidst all of the chaos and clutter of our lives.
Chapter Eight: How Can I Grow Whole as I Grow Old?
- Ask yourself, “How can I grow and give?”
- Review your calendar. Make regular appointments with yourself to grow and to give.
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Welcome to the Canadian Chapter of MEA alumni!
In the spirit of keeping the MEA vibe alive, we'd like to invite you to join us for our next Canadian Chapter event!
We meet via zoom on the last Wednesday of every month.
Besides connecting with other MEA alums, these 60-minute events are an opportunity for purposeful conversations. Not only do we share our experiences and insights gathered from our time with MEA, but we also invite suggestions for topics that you're passionate or curious about.
And true to the MEA way, we offer the safety of generous listening and authentic sharing from the third vault. (We speak from our heart more than our mind).
If you have any topic you'd like us to talk about, or a question you might have for us all, please contact me or go to the proposed list of topics here.
We really hope you can join us for our next exclusively Canadian MEA event!
Let’s keep the MEA vibe alive!
Charlie James
Canada Chapter Lead
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Welcome to the Canadian Chapter of MEA alumni!
In the spirit of keeping the MEA vibe alive, we'd like to invite you to join us for our next Canadian Chapter event!
We meet via zoom on the last Wednesday of every month.
Besides connecting with other MEA alums, these 60-minute events are an opportunity for purposeful conversations. Not only do we share our experiences and insights gathered from our time with MEA, but we also invite suggestions for topics that you're passionate or curious about.
And true to the MEA way, we offer the safety of generous listening and authentic sharing from the third vault. (We speak from our heart more than our mind).
If you have any topic you'd like us to talk about, or a question you might have for us all, please contact me or go to the proposed list of topics here.
We really hope you can join us for our next exclusively Canadian MEA event!
Let’s keep the MEA vibe alive!
Charlie James
Canada Chapter Lead
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Join us as we continue our conversation and connection with the Europe/UK Chapter!
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Join other MEA alumni from around Asia Pacific for our monthly Zoom call. Each connect includes a “Getting to Know You” introduction to a team member, a short presentation on our topic for the month and a break-out discussion on the topic. Animated conversations guaranteed!
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The theme for the TX/OK MEA Cohort for 2023 - GROWING Old. We’re all getting old. Our MEA experience was all about growing old in a purposeful way. Our community gives us an opportunity to continue this conversation once a month so it finds a place in our consciousness amidst all of the chaos and clutter of our lives.
Chapter Nine: How Will My Music Play On?
- Write a letter from the afterlife to your present life.
- What advice do you have for yourself today from the person who is able to look back on your entire life?
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Welcome to the Canadian Chapter of MEA alumni!
In the spirit of keeping the MEA vibe alive, we'd like to invite you to join us for our next Canadian Chapter event!
We meet via zoom on the last Wednesday of every month.
Besides connecting with other MEA alums, these 60-minute events are an opportunity for purposeful conversations. Not only do we share our experiences and insights gathered from our time with MEA, but we also invite suggestions for topics that you're passionate or curious about.
And true to the MEA way, we offer the safety of generous listening and authentic sharing from the third vault. (We speak from our heart more than our mind).
If you have any topic you'd like us to talk about, or a question you might have for us all, please contact me or go to the proposed list of topics here.
We really hope you can join us for our next exclusively Canadian MEA event!
Let’s keep the MEA vibe alive!
Charlie James
Canada Chapter Lead
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Welcome to the Canadian Chapter of MEA alumni!
In the spirit of keeping the MEA vibe alive, we'd like to invite you to join us for our next Canadian Chapter event!
We meet via zoom on the last Wednesday of every month.
Besides connecting with other MEA alums, these 60-minute events are an opportunity for purposeful conversations. Not only do we share our experiences and insights gathered from our time with MEA, but we also invite suggestions for topics that you're passionate or curious about.
And true to the MEA way, we offer the safety of generous listening and authentic sharing from the third vault. (We speak from our heart more than our mind).
If you have any topic you'd like us to talk about, or a question you might have for us all, please contact me or go to the proposed list of topics here.
We really hope you can join us for our next exclusively Canadian MEA event!
Let’s keep the MEA vibe alive!
Charlie James
Canada Chapter Lead
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Join us as we continue our conversation and connection with the Europe/UK Chapter!
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Join other MEA alumni from around Asia Pacific for our monthly Zoom call. Each connect includes a “Getting to Know You” introduction to a team member, a short presentation on our topic for the month and a break-out discussion on the topic. Animated conversations guaranteed!
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Welcome to the Canadian Chapter of MEA alumni!
In the spirit of keeping the MEA vibe alive, we'd like to invite you to join us for our next Canadian Chapter event!
We meet via zoom on the last Wednesday of every month.
Besides connecting with other MEA alums, these 60-minute events are an opportunity for purposeful conversations. Not only do we share our experiences and insights gathered from our time with MEA, but we also invite suggestions for topics that you're passionate or curious about.
And true to the MEA way, we offer the safety of generous listening and authentic sharing from the third vault. (We speak from our heart more than our mind).
If you have any topic you'd like us to talk about, or a question you might have for us all, please contact me or go to the proposed list of topics here.
We really hope you can join us for our next exclusively Canadian MEA event!
Let’s keep the MEA vibe alive!
Charlie James
Canada Chapter Lead
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Welcome to the Canadian Chapter of MEA alumni!
In the spirit of keeping the MEA vibe alive, we'd like to invite you to join us for our next Canadian Chapter event!
We meet via zoom on the last Wednesday of every month.
Besides connecting with other MEA alums, these 60-minute events are an opportunity for purposeful conversations. Not only do we share our experiences and insights gathered from our time with MEA, but we also invite suggestions for topics that you're passionate or curious about.
And true to the MEA way, we offer the safety of generous listening and authentic sharing from the third vault. (We speak from our heart more than our mind).
If you have any topic you'd like us to talk about, or a question you might have for us all, please contact me or go to the proposed list of topics here.
We really hope you can join us for our next exclusively Canadian MEA event!
Let’s keep the MEA vibe alive!
Charlie James
Canada Chapter Lead
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Join us as we continue our conversation and connection with the Europe/UK Chapter!
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Join an In-Person Event. Details on venue to be sent out by email prior to each event. Cities include Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Singapore and Hong Kong – with more being added soon.
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Welcome to the Canadian Chapter of MEA alumni!
In the spirit of keeping the MEA vibe alive, we'd like to invite you to join us for our next Canadian Chapter event!
We meet via zoom on the last Wednesday of every month.
Besides connecting with other MEA alums, these 60-minute events are an opportunity for purposeful conversations. Not only do we share our experiences and insights gathered from our time with MEA, but we also invite suggestions for topics that you're passionate or curious about.
And true to the MEA way, we offer the safety of generous listening and authentic sharing from the third vault. (We speak from our heart more than our mind).
If you have any topic you'd like us to talk about, or a question you might have for us all, please contact me or go to the proposed list of topics here.
We really hope you can join us for our next exclusively Canadian MEA event!
Let’s keep the MEA vibe alive!
Charlie James
Canada Chapter Lead
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Welcome to the Canadian Chapter of MEA alumni!
In the spirit of keeping the MEA vibe alive, we'd like to invite you to join us for our next Canadian Chapter event!
We meet via zoom on the last Wednesday of every month.
Besides connecting with other MEA alums, these 60-minute events are an opportunity for purposeful conversations. Not only do we share our experiences and insights gathered from our time with MEA, but we also invite suggestions for topics that you're passionate or curious about.
And true to the MEA way, we offer the safety of generous listening and authentic sharing from the third vault. (We speak from our heart more than our mind).
If you have any topic you'd like us to talk about, or a question you might have for us all, please contact me or go to the proposed list of topics here.
We really hope you can join us for our next exclusively Canadian MEA event!
Let’s keep the MEA vibe alive!
Charlie James
Canada Chapter Lead
