
Asheville Tao Journal Writing Group
Quiet candlelit meditation followed by reflective journaling inspired by Taoist poems; participants probe the hidden currents shaping life through prompts drawn from hermit monk texts and contemplative practice.
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Meditation-led journaling rooted in readings of ancient Taoist poems, exploring hidden currents and the underlying stories that shape life. Gentle reflective writing and contemplative practice in a supportive Zen studio setting for all levels.

Meditation-led journaling rooted in readings of ancient Taoist poems, exploring hidden currents and the underlying stories that shape life. Gentle reflective writing and contemplative practice in a supportive Zen studio setting for all levels.
Meditation-led journaling rooted in readings of ancient Taoist poems, exploring hidden currents and the underlying stories that shape life. Gentle reflective writing and contemplative practice in a supportive Zen studio setting for all levels.

Roundtable question-driven conversations where attendees submit and vote on puzzling philosophical or spiritual questions; each asker shares personal context before an open, nonjudgmental group discussion focused on curiosity and mutual exploration.

Roundtable question-driven conversations where attendees submit and vote on puzzling philosophical or spiritual questions; each asker shares personal context before an open, nonjudgmental group discussion focused on curiosity and mutual exploration.
Roundtable question-driven conversations where attendees submit and vote on puzzling philosophical or spiritual questions; each asker shares personal context before an open, nonjudgmental group discussion focused on curiosity and mutual exploration.

Relaxing guided meditation and short teaching exploring a simple technique to access inner peace, spiritual love, and wisdom, designed to help beginners reconnect with their true nature and support gradual personal transformation.

Relaxing guided meditation and short teaching exploring a simple technique to access inner peace, spiritual love, and wisdom, designed to help beginners reconnect with their true nature and support gradual personal transformation.
Relaxing guided meditation and short teaching exploring a simple technique to access inner peace, spiritual love, and wisdom, designed to help beginners reconnect with their true nature and support gradual personal transformation.

A welcoming New Moon circle with guided grounding meditation and communal intention setting for all genders, focusing on reflection, energy alignment, and monthly manifestation in a sacred, inclusive, accessible gathering space.

A welcoming New Moon circle with guided grounding meditation and communal intention setting for all genders, focusing on reflection, energy alignment, and monthly manifestation in a sacred, inclusive, accessible gathering space.
A welcoming New Moon circle with guided grounding meditation and communal intention setting for all genders, focusing on reflection, energy alignment, and monthly manifestation in a sacred, inclusive, accessible gathering space.

Hands-on SoulCollage® workshop where participants lovingly craft and consult personal collage cards to access inner wisdom; bring journals and decks for guided, interactive readings, journaling prompts, and communal reflection.

Hands-on SoulCollage® workshop where participants lovingly craft and consult personal collage cards to access inner wisdom; bring journals and decks for guided, interactive readings, journaling prompts, and communal reflection.
Hands-on SoulCollage® workshop where participants lovingly craft and consult personal collage cards to access inner wisdom; bring journals and decks for guided, interactive readings, journaling prompts, and communal reflection.

Silent, teacher-led meditation retreat for deepening mindfulness practice in a serene, contemplative setting with experienced sangha guidance and periods of sustained silent sitting and reflection.

Silent, teacher-led meditation retreat for deepening mindfulness practice in a serene, contemplative setting with experienced sangha guidance and periods of sustained silent sitting and reflection.
Silent, teacher-led meditation retreat for deepening mindfulness practice in a serene, contemplative setting with experienced sangha guidance and periods of sustained silent sitting and reflection.

Guided silent and continuous mantra technique led by a teacher with over 50 years of practice, including walking meditation, sharing and Q&A; drop in donations welcome and app based timer resources available.

Guided silent and continuous mantra technique led by a teacher with over 50 years of practice, including walking meditation, sharing and Q&A; drop in donations welcome and app based timer resources available.
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Casual Japanese conversation practice with timed all Japanese speaking segments, live translation support, and self introductions; learners of all levels and native speakers gather for guided peer practice and beginner help.

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Quiet, themed meditative writing circles exploring self reflection, personal storytelling, and channeling techniques; guided prompts and journaling exercises aim to align participants with their core self and creative spark.

Quiet, themed meditative writing circles exploring self reflection, personal storytelling, and channeling techniques; guided prompts and journaling exercises aim to align participants with their core self and creative spark.
Quiet, themed meditative writing circles exploring self reflection, personal storytelling, and channeling techniques; guided prompts and journaling exercises aim to align participants with their core self and creative spark.

Progressive guided sittings blend practical instruction with time to practice in a free 3 part weekly webinar exploring the art and science of meditation for healthy living, led by an experienced facilitator.

Progressive guided sittings blend practical instruction with time to practice in a free 3 part weekly webinar exploring the art and science of meditation for healthy living, led by an experienced facilitator.
Progressive guided sittings blend practical instruction with time to practice in a free 3 part weekly webinar exploring the art and science of meditation for healthy living, led by an experienced facilitator.

Learn a simple, effective guided meditation technique to access the "sanctuary within" and recognize yourself as the immortal, unchanging soul; a free class in the Spiritual Awareness Series supporting ongoing spiritual practice.

Learn a simple, effective guided meditation technique to access the "sanctuary within" and recognize yourself as the immortal, unchanging soul; a free class in the Spiritual Awareness Series supporting ongoing spiritual practice.
Learn a simple, effective guided meditation technique to access the "sanctuary within" and recognize yourself as the immortal, unchanging soul; a free class in the Spiritual Awareness Series supporting ongoing spiritual practice.

Gentle study and reflective discussion of A Course in Miracles principles in a supportive circle, combining guided reading, personal sharing, and contemplative reflection; twice monthly 1st and 3rd Friday sessions are a love offering.

Gentle study and reflective discussion of A Course in Miracles principles in a supportive circle, combining guided reading, personal sharing, and contemplative reflection; twice monthly 1st and 3rd Friday sessions are a love offering.
Gentle study and reflective discussion of A Course in Miracles principles in a supportive circle, combining guided reading, personal sharing, and contemplative reflection; twice monthly 1st and 3rd Friday sessions are a love offering.

Deeply reflective Pisces season workshop blending gentle somatic movement, guided meditation, and curated journaling prompts to anchor intention. Astrological teaching includes birth chart reflection and seasonal transits for personal ritual and energetic integration.

Deeply reflective Pisces season workshop blending gentle somatic movement, guided meditation, and curated journaling prompts to anchor intention. Astrological teaching includes birth chart reflection and seasonal transits for personal ritual and energetic integration.
Deeply reflective Pisces season workshop blending gentle somatic movement, guided meditation, and curated journaling prompts to anchor intention. Astrological teaching includes birth chart reflection and seasonal transits for personal ritual and energetic integration.

Thirty-minute guided meditation followed by a dharma talk and 30-minute Q&A led by Ronya Banks or AIM facilitator Wallace Bohanan, with beginner instructions and both in-person and online participation available.

Thirty-minute guided meditation followed by a dharma talk and 30-minute Q&A led by Ronya Banks or AIM facilitator Wallace Bohanan, with beginner instructions and both in-person and online participation available.
Thirty-minute guided meditation followed by a dharma talk and 30-minute Q&A led by Ronya Banks or AIM facilitator Wallace Bohanan, with beginner instructions and both in-person and online participation available.

Evening of traditional Tibetan Bön chanting and guided meditation, accompanied by tea and informal community conversation; accessible to beginners and experienced practitioners, with optional early setup and two hour space.

Evening of traditional Tibetan Bön chanting and guided meditation, accompanied by tea and informal community conversation; accessible to beginners and experienced practitioners, with optional early setup and two hour space.
Evening of traditional Tibetan Bön chanting and guided meditation, accompanied by tea and informal community conversation; accessible to beginners and experienced practitioners, with optional early setup and two hour space.

Deep guided breathwork set to evocative music facilitating access to non-ordinary states for inner exploration, birth memories processing, and transpersonal healing; trauma informed facilitation in an intimate small-group setting.

Deep guided breathwork set to evocative music facilitating access to non-ordinary states for inner exploration, birth memories processing, and transpersonal healing; trauma informed facilitation in an intimate small-group setting.
Deep guided breathwork set to evocative music facilitating access to non-ordinary states for inner exploration, birth memories processing, and transpersonal healing; trauma informed facilitation in an intimate small-group setting.

Collective practice for honing intuitive and psychic skills through guided exercises, meditative attunements, and group sharing at The Well; pre-registration and payment required to reserve a spot.

Collective practice for honing intuitive and psychic skills through guided exercises, meditative attunements, and group sharing at The Well; pre-registration and payment required to reserve a spot.
Collective practice for honing intuitive and psychic skills through guided exercises, meditative attunements, and group sharing at The Well; pre-registration and payment required to reserve a spot.

Quiet timed writing sprints in a relaxed South Asheville cafe with brief introductions, a no feedback policy, and space for writers of all experience levels to focus, produce, and meet.

Quiet timed writing sprints in a relaxed South Asheville cafe with brief introductions, a no feedback policy, and space for writers of all experience levels to focus, produce, and meet.
Quiet timed writing sprints in a relaxed South Asheville cafe with brief introductions, a no feedback policy, and space for writers of all experience levels to focus, produce, and meet.

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Quiet, focused writing sprints over coffee in a neighborhood coffeehouse, with short social periods before and after; bring your current project for uninterrupted time alongside fellow local writers—no critique or feedback involved.
Quiet, focused writing sprints over coffee in a neighborhood coffeehouse, with short social periods before and after; bring your current project for uninterrupted time alongside fellow local writers—no critique or feedback involved.

Gentle guided meditation paired with free form creative journaling to coax out the 'song within'; participants practice deep listening, sensory prompts, and reflective writing to surface songwriting ideas and other artistic work — bring a journal.

Gentle guided meditation paired with free form creative journaling to coax out the 'song within'; participants practice deep listening, sensory prompts, and reflective writing to surface songwriting ideas and other artistic work — bring a journal.
Gentle guided meditation paired with free form creative journaling to coax out the 'song within'; participants practice deep listening, sensory prompts, and reflective writing to surface songwriting ideas and other artistic work — bring a journal.