Recenter & Recharge: Conversation Circles & Networking Mixer

As the holidays approach, it’s important to stay grounded in ourselves and connected with our community. Join AAPI Unite for a Conversation Circles & Networking Mixer, where we will explore strategies for maintaining balance between personal well-being and professional success, while fostering deeper connections within the AANHPI (Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander) community and our allies.

This session will begin with a guided meditation to help you center yourself, followed by small, facilitated conversation circles and an opportunity to build meaningful relationships during the networking mixer. The event reflects AAPI Unite's mission of empowering AANHPI professionals through collaboration, wellness, and community support. Just as nature relies on symbiotic relationships for collective growth and well-being, our personal wellness and success thrive when supported by a strong community.

• Date: October 19
• Time: 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
• Location: Boathouse Pavilion, FDR Park, Philadelphia, PA
• Admission: Open to the public, donation-based (all profits from donations will support wellness and mental health in the community)

The session will begin with a guided meditation led by Romana Lee Akiyama, focusing on helping participants feel grounded while drawing inspiration from the natural beauty of FDR Park. This meditation will set the tone for the rest of the session, fostering reflection and connection with both nature and our community.

Following the meditation, attendees will participate in Conversation Circles, where you'll engage in meaningful discussions about maintaining wellness and navigating personal and professional challenges, particularly during the holiday season. The Networking Mixer will provide a space to continue these discussions, build relationships, and share ideas.

• Reconnect with Yourself, Nature & Community: Engage in mindful conversations in a supportive space, while connecting with the natural beauty of FDR Park.
• Gain Insights: Learn how to balance personal well-being and professional growth, especially during the holiday season.
• Build Relationships: Connect with fellow AANHPI professionals and allies.
• Explore One of Philly’s Best Parks: Experience the serene surroundings of FDR Park, one of Philadelphia’s best green spaces, while nurturing your personal well-being.
• Give Back: All profits from donations will support a local organization focused on wellness and mental health, making your participation impactful beyond just the event.
• Raffle Prize: Thanks to , we’ll be raffling off a wellness prize during the event!

• 3:30 PM – 3:45 PM: Welcome & Guided Meditation
• 3:45 PM – 4:55 PM: Conversation Circles
• 4:55 PM – 5:00 PM: Closing Remarks & Raffle
• 5:00 PM – Onward: Networking Mixer

For those seeking a more immersive day of wellness, join us earlier for the Grounding Vinyasa Flow + Restorative Sound Bath from 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM. This session features a grounding yoga flow and a calming sound bath, offering a perfect opportunity to reset your mind and body before the busy holiday season.

Please note: This is a separate donation-based event, but participating in the Yoga + Sound Bath also grants you access to the Conversation Circles & Networking Mixer.

Special thanks to for providing a wellness prize for the raffle, and to for supporting our connection with nature and community during this event.

Join us for this unique opportunity to ground yourself, recharge, and connect with your community as we prepare for the holiday season together.

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