Hi love, Please read entire post and respond I’m so happy you’re here. This is your sacred space for our together—a space to land, to be seen, to share, and to remember. This isn’t just a course. It’s a gentle but powerful return to the part of you that knows peace is possible. That presence is healing. That bliss is your birthright. Let’s begin by anchoring our collective energy in this space. ✨ Introduce yourself below! Share your name, where you’re tuning in from, a picture and what called you to join The Collective. Was it the book? ? A nudge from your higher self? ✨ Bonus question: If your nervous system had a theme song right now… what would it be? 🎶(No wrong answers—serious, silly, or sacred.) You’ll find the replays, practices, prompts, and live session links all here inside this space. You can post questions, reflections, wins, or simply say hi anytime. We’ll also have threads for sharing your breakthroughs and favorite moments as the weeks unfold. Thank you for showing up. Thank you for trusting the process.Let’s get blissed. With love, Melissa

This is from Chapter 2, Page 28. The 5-5-5- Breath. The goal here is to do the 5-5-5- breath DAILY to see how it stabilizes you. Share below what you notice. Answer the reflection questions. Amid the chaos of our world and the unease of our internal states, you are far from alone in your quest for a reprieve. But the call to action remains: The urgency for each of us to embark on a journey of self-discovery and healing is more critical now than ever. If the state of the world teaches us anything, it’s that sweeping changes start with individual transformation. The 5-5-5 breathing technique, known more broadly as diaphragmatic breathing or belly breathing, involves taking slow, intentional breaths through your nose, allowing your diaphragm to rise as your lungs fill with air, and then exhaling slowly through your mouth. Through this practice, you begin to nurture a deeper connection with yourself, fostering a sense of wholeness and well-being that radiates into all aspects of your life. This technique helps you become present, reduces stress, and begins to unravel the cycle that keeps you chasing after ephemeral highs. In the larger context, this exercise serves as a microcosm for the book’s overarching message—there are healthy, sustainable ways to achieve a state of peace and contentment without putting oneself at risk. The intentional act of breathing is not just a simple exercise; it’s a symbol of the self-care and conscious choices needed to heal from within. By taking these small but crucial steps, you don’t just avoid the pitfalls of seeking external solutions to internal problems—you actively create a life filled with moments of genuine peace and contentment. And thus, you initiate the process of healing, not just for yourself, but also contributing to a societal shift away from destructive tendencies and towards holistic well-being. This simple breath is the basis for deeper exploration and will begin to dissolve the anxiety and stress that have you trapped in chasing ecstasy.