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was "The Meeting Room:" a place for all kinds of eclectic discussions, which included astrology, all kinds of energy and spiritual work, and just a slower pace for generally deeper conversations.
I stopped in to participate in one of DesertRose's "sacred space" threads, and found it a great place to be. I wish I could find one in the archives at the "old" DU for you, but all I can pull up is the front page of the lobby. It makes me kind of sad; I'd enjoy going back to browse through all those threads.
As the board grew, the meeting room was visited by a few skeptics who took delight in deriding all kinds of conversations. The regular derision of the group as "woo woos" also led to understandable frustration on the part of some of the astrologically minded, who wanted to separate themselves from the other conversations.
When a forum upgrade allowed the topic groups to form, we wrote the "welcome" message to ensure that we could continue in peace, and the skeptics opened their own group, where they could disagree with people in whatever manner they chose without disrupting the conversation. There was some tension, with astrologers debating whether to stay, or open a separate "astrology" group that would not include the rest of us. I, for one, was glad that they stayed.
I don't spend as much time here as I once did; my life has undergone some pretty radical changes, and, I'm sorry to say, there's been little time or peace to focus on my own well-being or path. I do still read regularly, but rarely post. I'm glad to see the group still thriving.
Anyway, my point is that the group is inclusive: "for those who wish to positively explore issues having to do with Astrology, metaphysics & spirituality, homeopathy/alternative medicine and healing, Ascension, and other subjects having to do with holistic physical and spiritual growth & traditions."
Your posts are welcome, and I enjoy reading them.
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