The Center to Thrive

03/11/2026

You are not alone, even if you feel like you are.
For a free Breakthrough to Thrive Call DM us.

And:
MA CRISIS Lifelines:

* Su***de & Crisis Lifeline: Call/Text 988 (24/7)

* Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 (24/7)

*The Trevor Project hotline for LGBTQ+ (866) 488-7386, via chat at TheTrevorProject.org/Get-Help, or by texting START to 678678.

* Trans Lifeline: 877-565-8860 (M-F 1pm-9pm)

* Massachusetts Behavioral Health Help Line: Call/Text 833-773-2445 (24/7)

NATIONAL Lifelines:

Su***de & Crisis Lifeline: Call/Text 988 (24/7)

National Domestic Violence Hotline
1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
TYY: 1-800-787-3224
Text “START” to 88788

National Sexual Assault Hotline
1-800-656-HOPE (4673)

National Teen Dating Abuse Helpline
1-866-331-9474
1-866-331-8453 (TTY)

Abused Deaf Women’s Advocacy Services (ADWAS)
1-855-812-1001
Instant messenger: DeafHotline

National Human Trafficking Hotline
1-888-373-7888
711 (TTY)
Text: 233733

National Runaway Safeline
1-800-RUNAWAY (800-786-2929)

National Center for Victims of Crime
1-855-VICTIM (1-855-484-2846) (call or text)

StrongHearts Native Helpline
1-844-7NATIVE (762-8483)
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“Lifeline” (From the Original Motion Picture “The Color Purple” album), written, co-produced and performed by Grammy Award-winning multi-platinum superstar A...

02/27/2026

An oldy and goody.

Authentic cuisine. Authentic voice. Authentic self. Authenticity as artifice. Lookups for the word are routinely heavy on the dictionary company's site but were boosted to new heights throughout the year.

02/27/2026

An hour to increase self-compassion. 💖

02/24/2026

You are a human being (not a human doing). You are worthy of love. In the video below James Van Der Beek says this beautifully.

Lakshmi has learned "Validations" are more powerful than "Affirmations." So add, "I am ___(your name)__ and I am worthy of love." Express any feelings, doubts, or denials that come up. Then continue to repeat this Validation until you believe this statement as true.

Any questions, DM Lakshmi here.

This one hits close to home…In high school, a group of us used to gather at my friend Alyssa’s house for Dawson’s Creek nights. Back then, James Van Der Beek...

02/06/2026

01/25/2026

January 30 (Ipswich Town Hall Gym, 25 Green Street), at 6-7 PM
Authentic Movement: Meditation and moving meditation
With Lakshmi Sirois, from The Center to Thrive
A free introduction

01/25/2026

Friday, Ravi Sirois shared a lot of wisdom and several techniques at Winter Wellness Sampler at GEM: Gong Enhanced Meditation. Here is a sample of the Sampler. For more attend his class on Thursdays at Acupuncture Health & Wellness, 130 County Rd., Suite L, Ipswich, MA

01/23/2026

For peace: write and say, "Today I am going to have a peaceful day."

These monks are literally walking their talk, or praying with their feet. It is a gift to hear their teachings.

Buddhist Monks from Fort Worth, TX to Washington DC.

01/21/2026

❄️✨ Winter Wellness Starts This Friday! ✨❄️

We’re so excited to kick off our Winter Wellness Sampler with Gong Enhanced Meditation (GEM) this Friday, Jan 23!

🌀 GEM: Gong Enhanced Meditation, Breathwork & Sound Bath
with Ravi Sirois from The Center to Thrive

📍 Important Location Update (for this Friday only!)
Due to an unexpected double booking, our Jan 23 session will be held at a different location:

The Gym at Ascension Church
31 County Street

All remaining sessions will take place as planned at the Town Hall Gym. Thank you so much for your understanding!

Stay cozy & comfy—please bring:
✔️ A yoga mat, meditation pillow if you have one
✔️ Blankets (yes, more than one if you like!)
✔️ Warm layers—winter temps can make the space feel cool

We can’t wait to gather with you this Friday and begin this winter wellness journey together!

01/21/2026

Update: Winter Wellness Sampler, January 23 – March 20, 2026 💚 Free and open to the public

LOCATION UPDATE: Jan. 23 will be held at Boone Hall, Ascension Episcopal Church, on County Street.
GEM: Gong Enhanced Meditation, Breathwork, and sound bath
With Ravi Sirois, from The Center to Thrive

The following sessions will be at the Ipswich Town Hall gymnasium, 25 Green Street, Ipswich

January 30 Authentic Movement: Meditation and moving meditation with Lakshmi Sirois, from The Center to Thrive

Winter Wellness Sampler is back for its 4th year! Join us for a seasonal series designed to help you move through the darkest, coldest months with care, curiosity, and connection. The January 23 se…

01/06/2026

"Today is my peaceful day."
Listen how this phrase can bring you and our world more peace:

Buddhist Monks from Fort Worth, TX to Washington DC.

10/11/2025

Today is World Mental Health Day. Often the struggles of people with mental health challenges are hidden or invisible. Some people choose to wear a sunflower 🌻 to show that they may need extra support.

"The Sunflower symbol doesn’t focus on the invisible, it triggers a simple question ‘How can I help you?’ to focus on the support or understanding you need. Simply by wearing the Sunflower, you’re letting everyone, or those who are aware, know that you might need extra help, understanding, or just more time." In facts - the Sunflower https://share.google/17sJ7O1vqLNHbnQrR

If you are feeling invisible, struggling to be seen and heard, and you identify as a woman, inquire via DM or WhatsApp, about our Creating Safety to Be Seen & Heard weekly group on Zoom. Everyone deserves safety to be seen, heard, and understood.

We all need extra support sometimes. A symbol, like the Sunflower, 🌻 can make it easier for people to offer assistance, rather than you needing to ask for what you need all the time.💞