We live in a complex world where entanglement is rapidly increasing, while we are being told that everything makes sense and is under control. Instinctively, we know both cannot be true. And when we look more closely—through the thin reflective veil of superficial order—we begin to sense something deeper. A kind of primal abyss where the mystery looks back at us. As finite beings, this can appear as a big problem. The universe is vast. The unknown is infinite. Uncertainty is real. What should I focus on? What does it mean? What should I do? It can all be too much- so we do everything we can to cover the depth of reality with a thin veneer of comfort, control, and certainty. Yet as we pursue comfort and efficiency, we become increasingly complacent and vulnerable. We sacrifice the ancient attributes that have kept us sharp, humble, and responsive to the forces of life. As Tom Brown Jr. would often say, “Comfort and security are euphemisms of death.” There is a growing anxiety among those willing to face what is actually happening. Things are not as stable as they appear. They are not going to be magically OK. And there are fewer and fewer adults in the room who are willing to look clearly and take responsibility. This creates a deep cognitive dissonance A gap forms between reality and the story we tell ourselves about reality. And in that gap, something begins to fracture that cuts deeper than ourselves. It fractures our society and our culture. It fractures the world. This has been called the separation sickness. It is an illness of disconnection that permeates everything: - how we see the world - how we relate to one another - how we learn, grow, and live And when we feel threatened, we often double down on it—reinforcing the very patterns that are fragmenting us. And yet, there are some who remember. They remember that separation is not truly possible. Not in any ultimate sense. There is one reality, one nature, and we are not outside of it—we are expressions of it.

The rhythm of our living village functions like a kind of liturgical calendar—not in a religious sense, but as a patterned way of returning to what matters. Weekly practices, monthly gatherings, seasonal immersions, and annual thresholds create a shared cycle of participation that guides attention, action, and reflection. Instead of marking time abstractly, this rhythm shapes time—inviting us to train, connect, remember, and renew in a living sequence that deepens both individual growth and collective coherence. I want to name something that might not be obvious yet… A lot of what’s happening here can look like: - a calendar - a list of events - different offerings But there is more to it. Something that’s been developing over time—a rhythm that blends life and learning. If you zoom out, you’ll notice a pattern: 🔁 Weekly (Ongoing) Spaces to practice and train - Primal Lab - Hero Lab - Journey Calls This is where things start to make sense over time. 🌿 Monthly Spaces to gather and reconnect - Monthly Gatherings - Core Curriculum Classes - Weekend Workshops - Sanctuary - Council - Rituals This is where the community deepens and integrates. 🏕️ Seasonal / Threshold Experiences Spaces to step beyond your normal life - Intensives - Vision Quest - Immersion Village This is where real shifts tend to happen. 🌐 Online Anchors Spaces to stay connected to the field - Central Fire - Seasonal Symposiums This helps keep continuity even when life is full. You don’t need to do everything. You don’t need to understand the whole structure. Just notice where you are: - Curious? → come to a gathering - Ready to train? → join a weekly lab - Feeling the edge? → step into an immersion This isn’t a program you complete. It’s something you participate in. Over time, the pattern reveals itself. And you start to find your place within it. If you’re here already, you’re already in it. The question is just: 👉 Where do you want to engage next?

Participation, Contribution, and Commitment. The Primal Journey seeks to operate within an economy of relational reciprocity. Access, value, participation, contribution, and commitment are not tightly bound to price. Instead, they are held as distinct yet interrelated dimensions. This is a deliberate departure from purely transactional models. An approach built on a currency of trust is also a vulnerable move—one that depends on integrity, participation, and shared responsibility. We strive for a culture where generosity and contribution support a more sustainable and meaningful form of abundance. Participation Options There are multiple ways to engage: - Free - Explorer (Minimal)Monthly digital campfire/intro sessions - Core Participation (Paid Tiers)Weekly calls + community + additional support - Deeper Pathways Apprenticeship, leadership, and contribution roles Pricing Options The pricing below is based on value. The actual compensation amount varies depending on your level of participation, resources, and your capacity to contribute. We offer: - Tiered pricing - Sliding scale options - Occasional scholarships - Alternative contribution pathways (when available) The goal is to balance accessibility and sustainability. Choose the level of support that fits your season of life. All offerings are designed to be welcoming, practical, and rooted in real connection—whether you’re just getting to know the work or ready for a deeper, more guided container. ...🌍🔥🕸️👣🏔️🌳🌱✔️🌐 Membership Tiers 🔥Central Fire Monthly live online gathering Best for: visitors who want a first taste—curious, exploring, or returning to the community. What you’ll receive: A monthly live online gathering (teaching/story + dialogue + Q&A) with an invitation into deeper pathways. - $0 - Gift 🌍Explorer (Tier 1) Online membership Best for: minimalists who want to stay connected between seasons; light-touch community. What you’ll receive: Central Fire calls + Online community, campfire recordings, limited online courses, occasional bonus content, and member invitations/discounts.

What's New, the Same, or Gone? Over the past decade, the evolution of the Journey has been remarkable, introducing several novel features and benefits that have transformed the learning experience. What's New? 1. Increased Complexity: The program has become richer in emergent and unpredictable benefits, offering a deeper and more comprehensive understanding of the subject matter. 2. Non-linear Nature: The program embraces a messy coherence that follows natural rhythms, recognizing that learning is not always a linear progression but rather a dynamic and interconnected process. 3. Project-Focused Approach: The program emphasizes real, personal, local, and global impact, empowering participants to make a tangible difference in their world through the projects they undertake. 4. Autopoietic Elements: The program is self-organizing, self-making, and self-sustaining, fostering an environment where learners can shape their own educational journey and contribute to the overall growth of the program. 5. Emergent Insights and Outcomes: Unpredictable insights, breakthroughs, and outcomes emerge as a result of the program's dynamic and adaptable structure, encouraging creative and innovative thinking. 6. Distributed Input and Feedback: The program actively involves participants in the learning process by encouraging their input and providing a platform for continuous feedback, fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment. 7. A La Carte Style Programming: Participants have the freedom to choose their learning modules and customize their educational experience according to their interests and needs, enabling a more personalized learning journey. 8. Primal Literacy: The program focuses on teaching principles, processes, and patterns that form the foundation of understanding, equipping participants with fundamental knowledge and skills. 9. Online and In-Person Engagement: The program leverages hybrid participation with both online platforms and in-person interactions to provide a versatile and accessible learning experience, accommodating different preferences and circumstances.

Join me Monday March 30, at 5:30 pst for the Central Fire session that launches the Primal Journey. Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84488141757?pwd=6v8Vv1bomeRQtgpTbtM6rrb6tHLnwL.1 Passcode: 140492