( video ) un: skywalker

[xwing]

Hi, all. [ luke appears to be wearing a plaid shirt that he definitely borrowed from dean someone else, the sleeves rolled up his forearms. he's stopped wearing the glove on his right hand, so the bare durasteel of his prosthetic is visible as he lifts it for a short two-fingered wave. ] From what I've heard of missions here, things can get a little.. tense, even afterward, so..

[ he presses his fingers together lightly in his lap, lips quirking up at the corner. ]

I've been thinking about teaching an informal weekly--as permitted--active meditation class. Of sorts. If people would enjoy something like that. It wouldn't be physically taxing, but it would involve moving, so I think it would probably be best to do it in the training room if we do it.

[ he pauses thoughtfully, blowing a few strands of hair out of his eyes. ]

I guess.. this is just a head count? If you'd be interested in taking part, let me know. And if you have ideas for other things you'd like to learn that someone might reasonably be able to teach here, this might be the time and place to talk about it.

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Video, un: belova

[laviny]

You mean like...Tai Chi?

[xwing]

I'm sorry, I don't think I've ever heard of Tai Chi.

Video: Vanth

[heypartner]

I ain't interested in meditation but if folks want to learn survival skills I can pass those along.

[ He looks slightly amused by the idea of himself meditating. No, no way he's gonna manage that. ]

And some little bit of tech. I can fix a few things.

[xwing]

[ he grins. ] Oh, come on, Cobb, you won't even give it a try?

audio; un: nightmoves

[ruinously]

Meditation classes, huh?

[ hmm. ]

Other idea like what?

[xwing]

You'll try it out, won't you, Dean? [ he is not above gentle emotional bribery. ]

I don't know.. useful skills, I guess? I'm sure we all have things we can teach other people.

video; un: majortom

[winscenario]

Count me in. I'm fairly used to meditation, and I practice yoga too. Though I'm going to take a wild guess and say you have no idea what that is.

[xwing]

I can't say I've ever heard of yoga, no. But if you have a lot of practice with it, it could be good to teach, too?

video | un: lanxichen

[calmness]

I would like to join and offer my assistance if you were to need it. [he offers a smile and a dip of the head, an informal bow.]

On top of daily still meditation, I go through active forms daily for a calmer mind.

[xwing]

At the very least, it would be good to learn multiple disciplines. There could be some good things to incorporate into one routine.

Video | Un: Billie_Jean

[spacedisaster]

Looking good, Luke.

I'm not very into meditation myself but this is a great idea. If you need background music for the classes, I can offer my playlist.

[xwing]

[ a blink, then a quick smile. ] Oh, thanks. I borrowed it from Dean, since I didn't really come here with other clothes.

I don't think I've ever meditated with music, but if other people enjoy it, it might be a good idea to include it.

video | un: goodvibes

[aurable]

[ Drift gives a little wave ] I know I take up a bit more room than your average student, but I have experience and would be interested.

[xwing]

Oh, hey! You must be Drift. [ unless another cybertronian's showed up in the meantime.. ] If you're nearly as old as Megatron, you probably have a lot more experience than I do anyway. I'd love your input.

video; un jaegermeister

[unbreachable]

I'd be interested.

[xwing]

Great! I'll put you down for it. [ his mouth quirks up teasingly. ] .. If I could get a name, anyway.

[ unless you want to be listed as jaegermeister... ]

video; un: finn

[hatejakku]

I'm interested. [ Of course. ]

I've been teaching a few self-defense and firearm lessons here and there, too.

[xwing]

[ he points at him, lips pressing together to try not to smile too obviously. ] You don't have a choice. [ he does, of course he does, but y'know.. jedi stuff.

the smile fades a moment later, expression smoothing into consideration. ] Actually, I think your experience could be really useful here if it wouldn't be too difficult for you. If the Empire knows anything, it's group dynamics in battle, even if their methods were.. [ a gesture of one hand, vague, because finn knows exactly what he means. ]

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[blackfire]

（ he has zero interest in actually attending group meditation, which does in fact sound like it may be his version of hell, but — ）

Is there a set time you expect to require the training room?

[xwing]

[ itachi, please. ]

I'm still figuring things out, but I'll let you know once I do. There may be some other options that don't involve the training room at all.

Text. un: Kirigan

[cruelyethuman]

What is meditation. Are you from earth, the same earth that Newton hails from?

[xwing]

Meditation helps give us mental and emotional calm and clarity. It also trains awareness and attention and patience, and can reduce the effects of things like stress, anxiety, depression.. [ a small "and so on" gesture with a hand. ]

And no, I'm originally from a planet called Tatooine. Why do you ask?

audio. un: 10-54.

[construing]

[ luke could propose jumping into another trash compactor, and gwen would be first in line to hop in. so, yeah, signing up…never a question. that her mental health has lately taken a swan dive into said garbage chute only slightly plays a role in this. ]

Put me down, teach. [ from last time's babbling mess, she is more subdued. holidays can be rough, and that's before adding in the alien symbiotic goo amplifying her worst emotions back at her. ]

[xwing]

[ he beams into the camera. ] It'll be great to have you, Gwen. Have you ever tried it before?

video; un: alenko

[majorbiotic]

That's a pretty good idea. I had a friend who taught me some of his techniques; I can pass that along to your class if you want. And Viveca told me you can change the simulation room in all sorts of ways, if you think that'll help the class at all.

[He probably won't come himself because he is really bad at sitting still and calming his mind enough to make it worthwhile]

[xwing]

Yeah, it sounds like Doctor McCoy has a program we can use in the sim room, so that's one question answered. And I'd love to see anything you'd like to demonstrate.

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[anthropophagite]

Active meditation...? It sounds like it would be good, I would like to participate.

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[flickerandfade]

I am not certain meditation is for me but I wish you success.