Lotus Rising: A Mindfulness Circle for Emerging Adults (Ages 25–30)
Lotus Rising offers a welcoming space for emerging adults to pause, reflect, and reconnect with themselves during a meaningful season of becoming. Grounded in mindfulness and integrative wellness practices, this circle invites emerging adults to slow down, listen inwardly, and cultivate presence as a foundation for living with intention, clarity, and alignment.
Through mindfulness, meditation, sound healing, and reflective inquiry, emerging adults engage in a community-based educational experience that supports self-awareness, values-based living, and personal growth. Lotus Rising honors that adulthood is not a fixed destination, but an unfolding process, one that is deepened through stillness, curiosity, and shared humanity.
Lotus Rising members meet twice per month and move together through a three-month cycle focused on integration, self-understanding, and embodied presence. The circle is designed to support emerging adults as they navigate transitions, relationships, and evolving identities, while strengthening their capacity to live in alignment with what matters most to them.
Lotus Rising is created on the belief that growth does not require striving or fixing, but emerges naturally when space is created for presence, reflection, and compassionate connection.
Program Structure
Lotus Rising unfolds through three sequential 12-week cycles, designed to support emerging adults as they deepen their relationship with mindfulness, presence, and values-aligned living. Each cycle builds upon the previous one, allowing participants to grow at a steady, integrated pace.
Lotus Rising members meet in-person twice per month in a consistent, supportive rhythm that honors both reflection and real-life integration.
Meeting Schedule
1st & 3rd Saturday of each month
Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Format: In-person mindfulness circle
This schedule is intentionally designed to offer spaciousness which provides time between gatherings for reflection, integration, and gentle practice in daily life.
2026 Cycle Dates
Lotus Rising 101
March 7, 2026 – May 16, 2026
A foundational cycle focused on grounding, presence, and reconnecting with personal values.
Lotus Rising 201
June 6, 2026 – August 15, 2026
A deepening cycle centered on integration, self-understanding, and embodied awareness.
Lotus Rising 301
September 5, 2026 – November 21, 2026
A culminating cycle that supports clarity, alignment, and carrying the practices forward into daily life.
Participation Notes
Lotus Rising members may begin at Lotus Rising 101
Each cycle is designed to build upon the previous one
Consistent attendance is encouraged to support both personal growth and group continuity
Who This Circle Is For
Lotus Rising is for emerging adults ages 25–30 who feel called to slow down, reflect, and grow with intention. This circle is especially supportive for those who:
Are navigating life transitions or moments of change
Feel a desire to live with greater clarity, balance, or alignment
Are exploring questions of purpose, values, and meaning
Seek grounding, presence, and integrative practices such as mindfulness, meditation, and sound healing
Long for connection within a respectful, inclusive, and non-judgmental community
Appreciate spaces that honor stillness, reflection, and personal pacing
No prior experience with mindfulness or meditation is required only a willingness to arrive with curiosity and openness.
This circle honors growth that unfolds naturally, in its own time.
What to Expect
Each Lotus Rising gathering is designed to offer a steady, grounding rhythm that supports presence, reflection, and gentle growth. While every session unfolds organically, participants can expect:
A welcoming, calm environment that invites you to slow down and arrive fully
Guided mindfulness and meditation practices rooted in presence and embodied awareness
Sound healing and integrative practices that support relaxation and inner listening
Reflective prompts and gentle inquiry to explore values, meaning, and lived experience
Optional opportunities for sharing within a respectful and non-judgmental circle
Spaciousness between sessions to integrate insights into daily life
Sessions are intentionally unhurried and honor each participant’s pace. There is no expectation to share, perform, or arrive with answers only an invitation to be present with what is.
How to Join
Joining Lotus Rising begins with a simple, reflective step.
Step 1: Complete the Self-Referral Form
Those interested in Lotus Rising are invited to complete a brief self-referral form. This form is not an application to be evaluated or approved, it is a way to begin a conversation and explore whether the circle feels like a supportive next step.
The self-referral form invites you to share:
What has drawn you to Lotus Rising
What you are hoping to experience
Which program you are interested in exploring
Step 2: Gentle Follow-Up Conversation
After your form is received, you will be contacted to schedule a brief, supportive conversation. This conversation is an opportunity to:
Ask questions
Learn more about the rhythm and expectations of the circle
Explore whether Lotus Rising feels aligned with your current season
There is no pressure to commit during this conversation. Its purpose is clarity, connection, and mutual understanding.
Step 3: Enrollment & Next Steps
If Lotus Rising feels like a good fit, you will receive:
Enrollment details
Upcoming session dates
Information about participation, accessibility, and support
Participants are encouraged to join at the beginning of a cycle to support continuity and shared group experience.
Additional Pathways
Professional or Community Referrals
Individuals may also be referred to Lotus Rising by community partners, professionals, or organizations. Referred individuals are still invited to complete the self-referral form as a first step.
Accessibility & Support
This offering is made possible through the generosity of donors and grant support, allowing emerging adults to engage fully without financial barriers.
An Ounce of Kibou is committed to creating accessible, inclusive spaces where individuals are welcomed with dignity and care. Any additional support needs or accessibility considerations may be shared during the enrollment conversation.