Why As Above So Below?
As Above So Below is a human field guide inspired by the gems I’ve collected along my personal journey so far. I want to share them with you.
Think of this as an adventure, not just a learning experience. It's all about putting what you believe into action in the real world. By learning from your experiment, you craft your own wisdom. And guess what? You're not alone in this journey. Sharing experiences, getting empathy and cheers from friends who 'get it' is a big part of the joy.
As Above So Below dives into everything from the mysteries of the mind and body to the art of emotional intelligence. We'll explore how to build strong, healthy relationships, and find spaciousness in life.
My inspiration comes from a whole spectrum, including nonviolent communication, positive psychology, the Enneagram, somatic experiencing, neuroscience, internal Family Systems, stoicism, Buddhism, Sufism, shamanism, music, art, non-duality, pacifism, and yes, the Truman Show movie from 1998.
I want this field guide to be about real-life experiences, so I'm avoiding heavy jargon and dogma.
Join the crew
I host gatherings for folks with similar interests. Come check out my monthly play event, The Wholesome Circle, in SF and Oakland. I also offer Group Coaching, where we can learn and grow with like-minded people.
The Origin Story
Once upon a time, I felt out of place for being optimistic, empathic, trusting, and joyful. Turns out, I'm not the only one! Many of us are tired of seeing the world as a mean and dangerous place, and I was definitely in that camp.
In 2018, something big happened. My life went to from bad to worse, to even worse, to “What! There’s more worse than even worse?”. I had no choice but to figure it out.
With tons of support, I started following my curiosity, which led me down an amazing path that I'm still exploring. Who knows where it’s going? I’m enjoying the ride.
I discovered that there are many more nourishments than what our mainstream modern culture feeds you. I’ve learned that flourishing is about figuring out your unique combination of sun, water, food, shade, wind, etc., and doing it in harmony with your environment.
I've also realized that life doesn't have to be a constant struggle. There's a way to go with the flow and still steer your ship with just enough effort.
I’m still constantly learning, often decoding from my own challenges and from what I see in coaching sessions. I want to share my insights with you and to learn from you.
