
Lunch Break: Mindful Meditation
Guided 30-minute mindfulness sits paired with a relaxed BYO lunch and casual socializing, designed as a midday work break to reset focus and calm in The Local Collective community space in Weaverville.
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Midday guided mindfulness and breathing session following a relaxed BYO lunch; a short 30-minute meditation offers a beginner-friendly reset to reduce stress and boost afternoon focus.

Midday guided mindfulness and breathing session following a relaxed BYO lunch; a short 30-minute meditation offers a beginner-friendly reset to reduce stress and boost afternoon focus.
Midday guided mindfulness and breathing session following a relaxed BYO lunch; a short 30-minute meditation offers a beginner-friendly reset to reduce stress and boost afternoon focus.

Gentle 30-minute guided meditation followed by a 30-minute dharma talk and community Q&A with a brief break; sessions include beginner instructions and hybrid in-person/online attendance, starting promptly at 7:00 PM.

Gentle 30-minute guided meditation followed by a 30-minute dharma talk and community Q&A with a brief break; sessions include beginner instructions and hybrid in-person/online attendance, starting promptly at 7:00 PM.
Gentle 30-minute guided meditation followed by a 30-minute dharma talk and community Q&A with a brief break; sessions include beginner instructions and hybrid in-person/online attendance, starting promptly at 7:00 PM.

Midday communal lunch then a focused 12:30–1:00 collaboration session to wrap up end of week tasks; bring your own lunch or make a sandwich on site for a low-key productivity boosting break.

Midday communal lunch then a focused 12:30–1:00 collaboration session to wrap up end of week tasks; bring your own lunch or make a sandwich on site for a low-key productivity boosting break.
Midday communal lunch then a focused 12:30–1:00 collaboration session to wrap up end of week tasks; bring your own lunch or make a sandwich on site for a low-key productivity boosting break.

Slow-paced mingling with a brief guided meditation and facilitator-led conversation prompts to foster conscious connections among singles seeking authentic, grounded encounters in a relaxed, low-key setting.

Slow-paced mingling with a brief guided meditation and facilitator-led conversation prompts to foster conscious connections among singles seeking authentic, grounded encounters in a relaxed, low-key setting.
Slow-paced mingling with a brief guided meditation and facilitator-led conversation prompts to foster conscious connections among singles seeking authentic, grounded encounters in a relaxed, low-key setting.

Guided 30 minute Sahaja Yoga evening meditations tailored for moms, cultivating calmness, balance, and simple self-care routines in a supportive virtual community; beginner friendly pauses to regain focus amid hectic household life.

Guided 30 minute Sahaja Yoga evening meditations tailored for moms, cultivating calmness, balance, and simple self-care routines in a supportive virtual community; beginner friendly pauses to regain focus amid hectic household life.
Guided 30 minute Sahaja Yoga evening meditations tailored for moms, cultivating calmness, balance, and simple self-care routines in a supportive virtual community; beginner friendly pauses to regain focus amid hectic household life.

Noon sandwich friendly lunch followed by a 30 minute prize filled bingo session providing a quick midday mental health reset, casual socializing, and small prizes to boost productivity and wellbeing.

Noon sandwich friendly lunch followed by a 30 minute prize filled bingo session providing a quick midday mental health reset, casual socializing, and small prizes to boost productivity and wellbeing.
Noon sandwich friendly lunch followed by a 30 minute prize filled bingo session providing a quick midday mental health reset, casual socializing, and small prizes to boost productivity and wellbeing.

Midday 30-minute trivia paired with a BYO lunch creates a quick social reset to break up the workday and recharge productivity. Casual team friendly format with prize rounds and a flexible 12:00–1:00 schedule.

Midday 30-minute trivia paired with a BYO lunch creates a quick social reset to break up the workday and recharge productivity. Casual team friendly format with prize rounds and a flexible 12:00–1:00 schedule.
Midday 30-minute trivia paired with a BYO lunch creates a quick social reset to break up the workday and recharge productivity. Casual team friendly format with prize rounds and a flexible 12:00–1:00 schedule.

Eclectic monthly market spotlighting locals' passion projects and hobbies, from handmade crafts to DIY zines and small batch goods. Community-focused pop-up in a cozy creative space encouraging browsing, conversation, and direct support for makers.

Eclectic monthly market spotlighting locals' passion projects and hobbies, from handmade crafts to DIY zines and small batch goods. Community-focused pop-up in a cozy creative space encouraging browsing, conversation, and direct support for makers.
Eclectic monthly market spotlighting locals' passion projects and hobbies, from handmade crafts to DIY zines and small batch goods. Community-focused pop-up in a cozy creative space encouraging browsing, conversation, and direct support for makers.

Casual Magic: The Gathering night for players of all levels, with deck building matches, drafts, and multiplayer pods around communal tables in a relaxed, community focused game shop atmosphere in Weaverville.

Casual Magic: The Gathering night for players of all levels, with deck building matches, drafts, and multiplayer pods around communal tables in a relaxed, community focused game shop atmosphere in Weaverville.
Casual Magic: The Gathering night for players of all levels, with deck building matches, drafts, and multiplayer pods around communal tables in a relaxed, community focused game shop atmosphere in Weaverville.

Heart-centered yoga practice focusing on the Anahata (heart) chakra, blending gentle breathwork and mindful asana to open the chest and cultivate compassion and emotional balance in a supportive studio setting.

Heart-centered yoga practice focusing on the Anahata (heart) chakra, blending gentle breathwork and mindful asana to open the chest and cultivate compassion and emotional balance in a supportive studio setting.
Heart-centered yoga practice focusing on the Anahata (heart) chakra, blending gentle breathwork and mindful asana to open the chest and cultivate compassion and emotional balance in a supportive studio setting.

Energetic vibe check collective tarot session that begins with a group reading and moves into individual mini readings, paired with local organic hot herbal tea for clarity, subconscious exploration, and personal growth.

Energetic vibe check collective tarot session that begins with a group reading and moves into individual mini readings, paired with local organic hot herbal tea for clarity, subconscious exploration, and personal growth.
Energetic vibe check collective tarot session that begins with a group reading and moves into individual mini readings, paired with local organic hot herbal tea for clarity, subconscious exploration, and personal growth.

Calming breathwork and guided meditation paired with gentle meditative movement create an embodied practice to manage stress. Group discussion and peer support cultivate shared resilience and accessible techniques for seekers at any experience level.

Calming breathwork and guided meditation paired with gentle meditative movement create an embodied practice to manage stress. Group discussion and peer support cultivate shared resilience and accessible techniques for seekers at any experience level.
Calming breathwork and guided meditation paired with gentle meditative movement create an embodied practice to manage stress. Group discussion and peer support cultivate shared resilience and accessible techniques for seekers at any experience level.

Guided forest-bathing walk through mature Blue Ridge Arboretum trails, emphasizing slow-paced sensory practices—breath awareness, mindful listening, and grounding exercises—to deepen nature connection and reduce stress in a curated woodland setting.

Guided forest-bathing walk through mature Blue Ridge Arboretum trails, emphasizing slow-paced sensory practices—breath awareness, mindful listening, and grounding exercises—to deepen nature connection and reduce stress in a curated woodland setting.
Guided forest-bathing walk through mature Blue Ridge Arboretum trails, emphasizing slow-paced sensory practices—breath awareness, mindful listening, and grounding exercises—to deepen nature connection and reduce stress in a curated woodland setting.

Forty minutes of unguided silent meditation ending with a radiating loving-kindness (metta) practice, followed by a 25-minute mindfulness/Buddhist video and a 20-minute group discussion and Q&A over Zoom.

Forty minutes of unguided silent meditation ending with a radiating loving-kindness (metta) practice, followed by a 25-minute mindfulness/Buddhist video and a 20-minute group discussion and Q&A over Zoom.
Forty minutes of unguided silent meditation ending with a radiating loving-kindness (metta) practice, followed by a 25-minute mindfulness/Buddhist video and a 20-minute group discussion and Q&A over Zoom.
Moving meditation with slow, guided movement sequences and breathwork that blend gentle flow and mindfulness to cultivate inner peace, balance, and stress reduction; accessible pacing ideal for beginners and community wellness participants.
Moving meditation with slow, guided movement sequences and breathwork that blend gentle flow and mindfulness to cultivate inner peace, balance, and stress reduction; accessible pacing ideal for beginners and community wellness participants.
Moving meditation with slow, guided movement sequences and breathwork that blend gentle flow and mindfulness to cultivate inner peace, balance, and stress reduction; accessible pacing ideal for beginners and community wellness participants.
Guided mindful walk through forested trails practicing forest bathing techniques for quiet reflection, intention setting, and sensory awareness; perfect for beginners seeking slow-paced nature immersion and contemplative connection.
Guided mindful walk through forested trails practicing forest bathing techniques for quiet reflection, intention setting, and sensory awareness; perfect for beginners seeking slow-paced nature immersion and contemplative connection.
Guided mindful walk through forested trails practicing forest bathing techniques for quiet reflection, intention setting, and sensory awareness; perfect for beginners seeking slow-paced nature immersion and contemplative connection.
Slow restorative yoga with bolsters, straps, and blankets, layered with live didgeridoo and immersive sound healing for deep relaxation at Samasati Sanctuary in Weaverville; afternoon session focused on restorative rest.
Slow restorative yoga with bolsters, straps, and blankets, layered with live didgeridoo and immersive sound healing for deep relaxation at Samasati Sanctuary in Weaverville; afternoon session focused on restorative rest.
Slow restorative yoga with bolsters, straps, and blankets, layered with live didgeridoo and immersive sound healing for deep relaxation at Samasati Sanctuary in Weaverville; afternoon session focused on restorative rest.

Trauma-informed virtual listening circle for WNC residents providing a judgement-free space to name difficulties, share resources and feelings, and practice hands-on stress, anxiety, overwhelm, and grief management tools via weekly Zoom gatherings.

Trauma-informed virtual listening circle for WNC residents providing a judgement-free space to name difficulties, share resources and feelings, and practice hands-on stress, anxiety, overwhelm, and grief management tools via weekly Zoom gatherings.
Trauma-informed virtual listening circle for WNC residents providing a judgement-free space to name difficulties, share resources and feelings, and practice hands-on stress, anxiety, overwhelm, and grief management tools via weekly Zoom gatherings.
Free hour of yoga, meditation, and mindfulness led by a local instructor, focusing on accessible breathwork and guided relaxation for all levels in a community wellness center.
Free hour of yoga, meditation, and mindfulness led by a local instructor, focusing on accessible breathwork and guided relaxation for all levels in a community wellness center.
Free hour of yoga, meditation, and mindfulness led by a local instructor, focusing on accessible breathwork and guided relaxation for all levels in a community wellness center.

Six week evening workshop guiding creatives through restorative rest, digestion, play based exercises, and gentle creative practices to overcome burnout; Thursdays at Story Parlor in West Asheville for group reflection, skillful pacing, and renewed making.

Six week evening workshop guiding creatives through restorative rest, digestion, play based exercises, and gentle creative practices to overcome burnout; Thursdays at Story Parlor in West Asheville for group reflection, skillful pacing, and renewed making.
Six week evening workshop guiding creatives through restorative rest, digestion, play based exercises, and gentle creative practices to overcome burnout; Thursdays at Story Parlor in West Asheville for group reflection, skillful pacing, and renewed making.