Tacoma Womens Connections

Welcome to this week’s women’s circle! Tonight, we’ll focus on connection and self-discovery. We’ll begin with a fun icebreaker to set the tone and get to know one another better. From there, we’ll explore the evening’s topic, 'Redefining Success,' through open discussion, sharing our thoughts, and reflecting on personal experiences. This gathering is a space to connect, grow, and be inspired by one another’s journeys. We’ll close with a moment to set intentions, leaving with fresh perspectives and a sense of support. Let’s dive in and make this time meaningful together!

Below is the "Mindful Musing" for the week which includes our Main Topic and some questions for us to explore together!

Success often comes with a very narrow definition—career achievements, financial wealth, and societal approval. But what if success didn’t look like that? What if it was about personal growth, inner peace, and finding fulfillment in the small moments of life? Redefining success allows us to create a life that aligns with our values rather than external pressures. It means setting our own standards and giving ourselves permission to succeed in ways that feel authentic to us. Success is not a destination; it’s a journey, and it’s about celebrating progress over perfection.

Success used to mean gold stars and perfect attendance, but now it’s less about trophies and more about surviving the week without losing your mind. Maybe success is wearing real pants for a Zoom meeting or finally saying no to that thing you didn’t want to do. If success is so personal, why do we keep comparing ours to someone else’s highlight reel? Let’s figure out what it really means to win at life—without the participation ribbons.

Questions to Discuss:

1. What does success mean to you?
2. How has your definition of success changed over the years?
3. How do you feel when you don’t meet society’s or others’ expectations of success?
4. How does redefining success help you prioritize your well-being?
5. Do you believe failure is a necessary part of success?
6. How do you celebrate your progress, even when it’s small?
7. What makes you feel the most fulfilled in your life right now?
8. How can we stop comparing our success to others’?
9. What’s a goal you’re proud of achieving?
10. How do we shift our focus from external validation to internal satisfaction?

Welcome to this week’s women’s circle! Tonight, we’ll focus on connection and self-discovery. We’ll begin with a fun icebreaker to set the tone and get to know one another better. From there, we’ll explore the evening’s topic, 'Cultivating Connection,' through open discussion, sharing our thoughts, and reflecting on personal experiences. This gathering is a space to connect, grow, and be inspired by one another’s journeys. We’ll close with a moment to set intentions, leaving with fresh perspectives and a sense of support. Let’s dive in and make this time meaningful together!

Below is the "Mindful Musing" for the week which includes our Main Topic and some questions for us to explore together!

Connection. The word itself feels warm and fuzzy, but let’s be honest—it’s a little intimidating too. Between work deadlines, family obligations, and your ever-growing Netflix queue, who has time to actually connect? Yet, when you think about the best moments of your life, they almost always involve people—whether it’s laughing until you cry or having a 2 a.m. heart-to-heart. Connection is what makes life rich, but it’s also what makes life messy. Vulnerability, trust, and the occasional awkward silence are all part of the package. So, how do we cultivate real connection in a world that’s more comfortable texting than talking? And what would our lives look like if we made it a priority?

Questions to Discuss:

1. What does connection mean to you, and why is it important?
2. Do you find it harder or easier to connect with others as you get older?
3. What’s your favorite way to deepen a connection with someone?
4. Have you ever experienced a surprising connection with a stranger?
5. How do you maintain connections when life gets busy?
6. Do you think technology helps or hurts our ability to connect?
7. What’s one connection in your life you’d like to strengthen?
8. How does vulnerability play a role in building connections?
9. Have you ever felt lonely even when surrounded by people? Why?
10. What’s one thing you can do this week to foster meaningful connection?

Welcome to this week’s women’s circle! Tonight, we’ll focus on connection and self-discovery. We’ll begin with a fun icebreaker to set the tone and get to know one another better. From there, we’ll explore the evening’s topic, 'Living With Intention and Purpose,' through open discussion, sharing our thoughts, and reflecting on personal experiences. This gathering is a space to connect, grow, and be inspired by one another’s journeys. We’ll close with a moment to set intentions, leaving with fresh perspectives and a sense of support. Let’s dive in and make this time meaningful together!

Below is the "Mindful Musing" for the week which includes our Main Topic and some questions for us to explore together!

Living with intention is about being present in each moment and making decisions that align with your core values and goals. In a world full of distractions, it’s easy to go through the motions without considering whether we’re truly living in a way that reflects who we are and what we want. When we live with intention, we take the time to reflect on what matters most, and we make conscious choices that move us toward our best selves. It’s about setting clear intentions and aligning our actions with our deepest desires and purpose.

We often think of purpose as something grand or life-changing, but the truth is, purpose can be found in the everyday moments. It’s not just about big achievements; it’s about the small, meaningful actions we take every day that align with our values and bring us fulfillment. Purpose can be found in our work, in our relationships, in the way we show up for ourselves and others. It’s the quiet intention behind everything we do that creates a sense of meaning and direction. Living with purpose is about finding joy and fulfillment in the present, not just looking for it in some distant future.

Questions to Discuss:

1. What does it mean to live with intention?
2. How do you decide what’s most important in your life? How do you find meaning in your day-to-day activities?
3. What does purpose mean to you?
4. How does setting intentions shape your daily actions and choices?
5. How can we stay focused on our goals in the midst of distractions? How can small, everyday actions create a sense of purpose?
6. What’s one small change you can make today to live more intentionally?
7. How does living with intention improve your overall well-being?
8. How can we support each other in living more intentionally?
9. How does living with intention affect our relationships with others?
10. What’s one intention you’d like to set for the upcoming month?

Welcome to this week’s women’s circle! Tonight, we’ll focus on connection and self-discovery. We’ll begin with a fun icebreaker to set the tone and get to know one another better. From there, we’ll explore the evening’s topic, 'Unpacking Self-Worth,' through open discussion, sharing our thoughts, and reflecting on personal experiences. This gathering is a space to connect, grow, and be inspired by one another’s journeys. We’ll close with a moment to set intentions, leaving with fresh perspectives and a sense of support. Let’s dive in and make this time meaningful together!

Below is the "Mindful Musing" for the week which includes our Main Topic and some questions for us to explore together!

Self-worth is like an old suitcase that we carry around, but instead of clothes and shoes, it’s filled with judgments, experiences, and sometimes, even the voices of others. We often find ourselves measuring our value based on external things—how we look, how much we accomplish, how others perceive us. But here’s the truth: your worth isn’t determined by these fleeting factors. It’s intrinsic. It exists whether you’re wearing your best outfit or your comfiest sweatpants, whether you’ve checked off every item on your to-do list or none at all. The tricky part is untangling all the external noise and learning to measure yourself by something deeper. Recognizing your self-worth is an ongoing journey, one that often requires us to unpack and unlearn the old stories we’ve told ourselves. But imagine how freeing it would be to carry that suitcase around empty—light, full of possibility, and only filled with the things that truly matter.

Questions to Discuss:

1. How do you measure your self-worth on a daily basis?
2. What’s one external factor (like appearance or achievements) that you’ve let define your self-worth in the past?
3. When was the last time you felt truly worthy just as you are?
4. How does self-compassion fit into how you view your self-worth?
5. Do you think society encourages us to tie our worth to external factors? Why?
6. How do you separate your self-worth from your productivity?
7. Have you ever felt pressured to meet others’ expectations to feel worthy?
8. What are some practices or thoughts that help you remind yourself of your intrinsic worth?
9. Can you think of a time when you realized your worth was independent of a situation or achievement?
10. What’s one way you can affirm your self-worth today, no matter what else is going on?