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Essentials of Self x Aurum Real change starts within.

This principle runs through all we do at Aurum — from Essentials of Self, our transformational program for humans doing the deep work of becoming, to consulting for leaders ready for change, to Aurora, our AI-guided platform

16/09/2026

Ever wonder why it feels so much easier to think than to actually feel? Many of us grew up in environments where certain parts of who we are—our emotions, our intuition, or even our physical presence—were sidelined or deemed unsafe to express. It’s like we have internal basements where parts of ourselves have been hiding, waiting to be rediscovered.

The beautiful truth is that those dormant parts haven't disappeared; they are simply waiting to be watered. Returning to your true self isn't about becoming someone new or learning complex, impossible skills. It’s about remembering what was always there. The hardware and the software are already installed within you—sometimes, they just need a little update and the courage to start using them again. It’s a journey of reclaiming your own wholeness, one feeling at a time.

We have just a few seats left at the upcoming Essentials of Self retreat in Arizona in a couple of weeks. If you’re long...
01/09/2026

We have just a few seats left at the upcoming Essentials of Self retreat in Arizona in a couple of weeks.

If you’re longing for a break from the insanity and craziness of it all…

If you need a new perspective on yourself and your path…

If you’ve got it all figured out, but something in your heart keeps calling to you…

Or if you’re craving deep, honest, loving connection with yourself and others…

This might be exactly what you need.

A third of the people coming are repeating the process because they loved it so much.

Another third are flying in from other lands.

And this time we will be surrounded by spacious skies and nurturing ground. I can’t wait!

Dates for April just posted as well. Will you join us? 💗

Devi Cavitt Razo

01/09/2026

There’s a lot of wisdom in this. And, I’d add to it that the focus here is on inner skills and capacities, all of which are included in the Sense of Self work that we do at EOS. Nothing in the conversation about happiness is about external stuff. No way to buy it. It’s an inner muscle. 💪💗

25/08/2026

When I was 12 years old I had an insights that shifted something profound in me, and has been a key for my life ever since.

I was trapped in the noise, letting the different voices arguing in my mind run the show. Then something happened that changed everything.

I realized I was listening to the noise, but I wasn't the noise itself.

In that moment I found a ME-ness that was calm, steady, and distinct from the internal turmoil. I was the presence witnessing and holding it all.

EoS is a direct continuation of this discovery, combined with over 40 years of personal development, and coaching others through their inner world, plus creative collaboration with Cavitt Razo.

19/08/2026

What's the difference between "Buffering" and genuine Self Care?

We all need a soft place to catch our breath, refuel, and rediscover our resilience. It is an essential, deeply human need.

But too often, the space meant for genuine rejuvenation gets hijacked by the internal part we call "The Buffer". From this part, we reach for things like our phone, a glass of wine, experiences that offer distraction or numbing out, hoping to get some much-needed respite. But in fact these 'Buffering' behaviors pull us further AWAY from nourishment, leaving us feeling emptier rather than restored.

It’s time to ask: Are those moments of “down time” truly filling you up, or are they just a way to numb out? Let’s rethink how we care for ourselves and make sure our rest is actually life-giving.

17/08/2026

Sometimes, the kindest thing you can do for yourself isn’t to push through, but to simply to step back.

'The Buffer' is a distorted part of us that wants to provide self-care, but often does it in unconscious, self-destructive ways. When we can follow the impulse to hide and retreat with love and compassion, however, it can become genuinely nourishing.

There are times that we need to just disconnect, whether that means curling up under a blanket or getting lost in a show for a while. Bringing our awareness and presence to it is what makes the difference.

13/08/2026

For over 20 years, my life’s work has been dedicated to one thing: helping people reconnect with their heart and the truth of who they are.

My journey started with breathwork and bodywork, learning how to unlock the hidden holding patterns we carry in our body.

Over many years and endless trainings, I have explored my own inner world deeply, and been fascinated by understanding other people and what makes us tick.

I'm one of those strange people who loves other people.

Along the ways I've worked with a wide range of somatic methods, including movement, conscious dance, active meditation, trauma healing, attachment and relationship coaching, becoming becoming a certified practitioner in Hakomi, a well-respected somatic therapy & coaching modality.

There's a lot more to add to this list (NLP, mindfulness, constellations, leadership development...and more), but the main thing is how it's all been distilled down into the wisdom that comes through the 4-day EoS Program.

Devi and I designed it to be potent, concentrated transformation, that is also fun!

Want to know more about my background? Just ask!

11/08/2026

What if the cycle of constantly trying to “fix” ourselves is actually the very thing keeping us stuck? When we move from self-correction to self-discovery, it feels like liberation.

We aren't broken projects to be managed; rather, we are simply waiting to be unleashed. When we stop shaming our shaming or hiding our reactive Parts, (such as the Pleaser or Buffer or Critic within us), and start listening for the wisdom hidden beneath them, everything changes.

At Essentials of Self we practice meeting oneself with deep compassion while simultaneously taking responsibility for what we need, and for the impact of our actions.

We unlock a more expansive, embodied way of living, where we aren’t fighting against ourselves, but finally tapping into the wisdom we’ve had all along.

09/08/2026

Have you ever stopped to ask yourself who is actually in the driver’s seat of your life? Is it the distorted, pleasing or anxious part of you? Or is it the truest, most integrated version of yourself?

Many of us are constantly run by Distorted Parts, like the PLEASER. This internal character is so desperate to be liked, appropriate, and good that we lose track of who we actually are.

In Pleaser mode, we think we're being generous, but really, we're just seeking validation from others, and becoming increasingly resentful!

Everything changes when you realize that you don't need to exile those parts of yourself. Instead, acknowledge them. Welcome their deeper intention. Tap into the core of the pleaser in you, which is deeply committed to love, harmony, and connection.

It’s about moving from being possessed by your patterns to being in a deep, conscious relationship with them. Who do you want leading your life?

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