TRIGGER WARNING: This shadow work challenge involves deep introspection and may bring up intense emotions, repressed memories, or psychological distress. If you have a history of trauma, PTSD, or other mental health concerns, please approach this work with caution and consider consulting with a mental health professional before proceeding. Your mental well-being is paramount, and it's okay to pause or stop if you feel overwhelmed at any point. The shadow, a concept coined by psychologist Carl...
8 months ago • 4 min read
The human mind is a storytelling machine, weaving narratives from our past experiences, beliefs, and imagined futures. These stories create a sense of self that we identify with and believe to be who we truly are. However, this mind-made identity is also the source of our suffering in life. The good news is that it is ultimately an illusion, obscuring our experience of the pure awareness that witnesses these mental constructs. As the spiritual teacher Eckhart Tolle says, "The greatest...
9 months ago • 4 min read
Welcome to the Path to Forgiveness Challenge, a journey inviting you to explore the profound act of forgiveness—a gateway to emotional liberation and enriched well-being. Forgiveness is a personal exploration that unfolds in its own time, offering peace and reconciliation with the past. This challenge is designed to deepen your understanding of what forgiveness means to you as it guides you through practices that will help release the burdens of resentment and open your heart to compassion...
10 months ago • 3 min read
It's winter here on the mountain, and that means lots of rain and lots of rainbows! It's one of my favorite times of year—just perfect for introspection and reconnecting with ourselves. The canyon rainbows add lots of sparkle to the forest! In this spirit, I want to welcome you to the Self-Compassion Challenge, a journey designed to deepen your understanding and practice of self-compassion, a powerful antidote to shame and anxiety. The way we treat ourselves, especially in moments of...
11 months ago • 5 min read
In December, I like to take time to enjoy the deep stillness that the long nights of winter can bring. I also like to get up before dawn to meditate on the back porch as the first light of dawn begins to creep up over the ridge. Joey is my winter meditation buddy & lap warmer This Winter Rituals Challenge from The Cabin is a great way to deepen your mindfulness practice and get a taste of what you'll learn if you become a member. It includes a meditation episode on Listen To Sleep that is...
12 months ago • 2 min read
As the holiday season unfolds, it's not uncommon to find ourselves amidst a mix of joy, anxiety and/or depression. To help you move through these thoughts and feelings with grace, I want to invite you to join me in the Mindful Holidays Challenge. It's a journey towards experiencing greater awareness, presence, and joy. Start transforming your holiday experience with this recording of the meditation and talk from the Mindful Holidays Challenge kickoff in our Awaken Your Myth community zoom...
about 1 year ago • 2 min read
Last week, something really exciting happened over on Instagram. A mindfulness video I made with Bodhi and Joey was watched by more than half-a-million people! Click to watch the video on Instagram. I am so passionate about mindfulness because it has changed everything about my life for the better. Today, I am excited to unveil a new collaboration between Listen To Sleep and Awaken Your Myth to help you develop simple and effective mindfulness practices that works for you—for free! I want to...
about 1 year ago • 2 min read
