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A short blurb on segmental armoring, a map of how we hold energy in our bodies.

Unlocking Body Awareness: How Segmental Armoring Impacts Your Health and Happiness — Integral Becoming: A Whole-Being Approach to Growth and Healing Introduction Have you ever felt tension in your body that you just can't seem to let go of? Maybe it’s tight shoulders, a clenched jaw, or a heaviness in your chest. This isn’t just physical strain—it might actually be your body holding onto emotional tension in a phenomenon called **segmental...

A super-brief primer on a fundamental Core Energetics concept, "images".

Understanding the Influence of Childhood Beliefs (Images) on Your Life and Body — Integral Becoming: A Whole-Being Approach to Growth and Healing Introduction In the journey toward self-discovery and healing, one of the most powerful insights in Core Energetics is the concept of "images"—deeply rooted beliefs about ourselves, others, or the world that often remain hidden but shape much of our adult lives. These images are formed du

Looking for a single orienting question for uncertain times?

Facing Uncertainty? Try This Simple Question to Guide Your Day with Love — Integral Becoming: A Whole-Being Approach to Growth and Healing In times of uncertainty, we may find ourselves wondering what to do next. Often, the most straightforward solution is to ask, "What is the most loving thing I can do?"

It seemed high time to write a bit about the five activities of Awareness. Go figure!

5 Divine Acts of Awareness: A Journey through Kashmir Shaivism’s Recognition of Self — Integral Becoming: A Whole-Being Approach to Growth and Healing Introduction: A View on Awareness Beyond Belief In Kashmir Shaivism, awareness is seen as the infinite essence that animates everything in existence. Often likened to what theists might call “God” and non-theists may refer to as “Reality,” this awareness does not merely sit as a passive witn...

What if you were already at the best costume party ever and didn't know it?

Are You at a Costume Party? The Non-Dual Perspective on Identity and Awareness — Integral Becoming: A Whole-Being Approach to Growth and Healing As we approach the end of October here in the U.S., many are planning costume parties, considering costumes, or maybe even deciding they’re "too old" or “too serious” for the festivities. But regardless of whether you’re getting into costume or not, here’s a little secret: you’re already...

On my drive back from Richmond where I was recording the final tracks for the album my sons Dustin Goddard and Julian Goddard and I will be releasing in just a few weeks, I had time to reflect on the value of doing something for its own sake rather than as an instrumentality toward some other objective.

Reclaim Intimacy with Life: The Power of Doing Things for Their Own Sake — Integral Becoming: A Whole-Being Approach to Growth and Healing In our achievement-oriented world, we can find ourselves driven by objectives—seeking to achieve goals, check boxes, and accomplish tasks. But what happens when this constant striving for future outcomes distances us from the present moment? When we focus solely on the end result, we create a subt...

Inspired by a conversation I had with my colleague and friend, I offer this.

The Power of Projections: Owning Our Reality and Reclaiming Authentic Relationships — Integral Becoming: A Whole-Being Approach to Growth and Healing We’ve all been there—caught in a heated moment with a partner, friend, or family member, convinced beyond a shadow of a doubt that *they* are the problem. “You’re doing this to me,” we think. “This is who you are, and this is what’s happening. This is reality.” It’s a cycle we know...

A blog post inspired by a wonderful conversation with a colleague of mine.

Slowing Down to Trust: Body Awareness and Overcoming Defenses in Healing Conversations — Integral Becoming: A Whole-Being Approach to Growth and Healing In a world where speed is often equated with success, we’re conditioned to keep moving, achieving, and striving for the next thing. The pace of life can easily become overwhelming, and without realizing it, we disconnect from our own internal guidance systems—the wisdom of our bodies. Yet, there...

I hate alarm clocks. Here's why.

Why You Should Ditch Your Alarm Clock for Better Health — Integral Becoming: A Whole-Being Approach to Growth and Healing Most of us rely on alarm clocks to wake up each day, but this common habit could be harming our health. Alarm clocks disrupt your natural circadian rhythm, which affects not only your mornings but your overall well-being. Let’s explore why it's time to consider letting go of that alarm—and what ...

Integral theory's approach to holistic healing.

How Ken Wilber's Four Quadrants Can Transform Your Healing Journey — Integral Becoming: A Whole-Being Approach to Growth and Healing When we think about healing, we often picture focusing on one part of ourselves, the body, the mind, or maybe the spirit. What if I told you that healing isn't just about working on one aspect of who we are? There's a framework that truly embraces all the different dimensions of our experience. It

Musing about the distinction between being alone and feeling lonely. First heard this from Marc Gafni about 25 years ago. It still works today.

Being Alone vs. Being Lonely: The Real Difference — Integral Becoming: A Whole-Being Approach to Growth and Healing Being alone is not the same thing as being lonely. What's the difference? Well, being alone, that's a simple definition. I'm here and nobody else is around. Being lonely is different than that. Being lonely is to not be seen. When I am lonely, I'm not seen and received in my fullness and in my

Today's musings about humility, curiosity, relationship, and intimacy.
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