Frequently Asked Questions

  • Seattle MCG is an independent, volunteer-led, local, non-dogmatic, in-person meet-up for consciousness explorers. We meet monthly to share experiences and explore expanded states of awareness through group activities, meditation and discussion.

  • No prior Monroe Institute experience is required. Our group welcomes both seasoned explorers and those who are just beginning their journey into consciousness exploration. Curiosity is the only prerequisite.

  • Seattle MCG is rooted in curiosity, confidentiality, mutual respect, and non-judgment. We foster a welcoming space for all individuals regardless of background or experience and uphold Monroe’s mission to explore human consciousness for the betterment of humanity.

  • When you join the Seattle MCG distribution list, we will send you a “welcome” email that will request that you review the pages of this website. You will receive a survey link to help us prioritize content for our meetings and events. A link to join a Signal chat is also shared in the welcome email. We send out monthly emails with upcoming events, meeting reminders, and workshop/retreat announcements. You may request to be removed at any time.

  • Yes. Confidentiality is one of our core values. We honor participants' privacy and never share personal experiences or contact information without explicit permission. This includes photography, video and audio recording.

  • The group meets once a month, usually the 3rd Thursday from 7:00pm-9:00pm. You can find the schedule here. Each meeting is variable in agenda to keep the content and experience fresh. This may include group meditations, interactive activities, small group discussion or sharing, and occasional guest speakers or group experiments. During our monthly meetings, we may use either the Expand App or SoundCloud. We recommend downloading these apps prior to attending meetings. There are free versions of both apps. Our meetings are experiential, supportive, and always grounded in respect and confidentiality. We will share meeting details via email prior to each meeting in addition to updating the website.

  • Monthly meetings are free to attend! SeattleMCG is a volunteer-organized and led community meet-up group. The co-leads do accept optional donations to help cover room rental costs.  Weekend workshops, retreats or special events outside of the monthly meetings require a registration or participation fee. Fees will vary based on the program.

  • We send out monthly emails with upcoming events, meeting reminders, and workshop/retreat announcements. We have an active Signal chat group for informal connection and updates. You will receive the link to the Signal chat when you receive a MCG member welcome email. You can also join our Seattle MCG group in the Expand App.

  • New to the Monroe Institute?
    We recommend starting with this short introduction video:
    ▶ Watch: Introduction to the Monroe Institute

  • Monroe Sound Science® is a proprietary audio guidance technology developed by the Monroe Institute. It uses binaural beat frequencies and other sound patterns to help facilitate access to expanded states of consciousness. We incorporate Monroe Sound Science®and HemiSync into group meditations at many of our meetings and pre-meeting experiences.

    It may also be helpful to learn about Monroe Sound Science®
    ▶The History of Monroe Sound Science

  • Local, in-person and virtual Monroe Institute programs that are facilitated by Monroe Institute Trainers will be planned throughout the year. They will be advertised thru the Seattle Monroe Community Group via email and on our website in the meetings and events section.

  • We’ve created a shared resource list where members can add book titles, courses, programs or other local resources that have been especially meaningful in their own consciousness exploration. This living document will serve as a collective library — a place to discover new perspectives, deepen your practice, and share resources that have inspired you.

    1. Visit or contribute to the list here: Seattle MCG Resources

    2. Feel free to add resources that you’ve found helpful and check back often to see what others recommend!on

    The Seattle MCG does not endorse or support any particular dogma, religion or belief system, other than that you are more than your physical body. Any resources that have been helpful to you on your journey are welcome!

  • The Seattle MCG is funded by generous donations from our members. We are happy to accept donations to cover the cost of our monthly meeting space or other future experiences. Members will receive information about how to donate or reach out for more information using the Contact Us form or via email at SeattleMCG@gmail.com.

  • Yes! We are always looking for space opportunities to host meetings, events, workshops and residential retreats in Washington state in low to no-cost space. Please Contact Us with more information.

  • Yes! More locally, the Puget Sound Community Group meets virtually once a month. You can reach out to that group by contacting Kathy Spatafore (kspata4@msn.com) for more information.

    You can find the complete list of Monroe Community Groups, their locations, virtual groups and contact information here.

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