Hi there,
In this episode, join me on a walk with my dogs, Hank and George, as I reflect on realizations and answers that have been percolating for months around the question, ‘what would you do if there were no constraints?’ and for me that’s Rites of Passage.
Overview
This episode explores the concept of the "labyrinth path"—the personal journey inward to connect with wisdom, mystery, and guidance, then bringing that back into everyday life. We dive into the pitfalls of seeking external validation (certificates, gurus, workshops) and the beauty of rites of passage that nurture self-discovery at your own pace.
Key Themes
🌀 The Labyrinth Path: A metaphor for returning to yourself, dancing with the mystery, and integrating insights into daily life—whether in sacred moments or walking the dogs.
✨ Beyond Validation: Reflecting on the need for certificates or lineages, and how true transformation comes from within, not from external markers.
🦋 Rites of Passage: Moving away from "fast-food" threshold experiences (like quick workshops) toward a nourishing, farm-to-table approach—time to prepare, release, cross thresholds, and digest.
🌿 Community & Creativity: A vision for holding space for others through community and ebooks that weave nature, cooking, the body, senses, and inner work.
Reflections & Questions
- How do you integrate insights from threshold experiences into your daily routine?
- What does a "farm-to-table" approach to personal growth look like for you?
Share your thoughts or experiences with me—in the comments, in a DM or join the Hearth Circle to share in our private community.
Stay tuned for upcoming Rites of Passage that weave creativity, nature, and inner work.
Thanks for joining me on this walk & talk!
With love,
Annie
Links & Resources
- Website: asacredwildlife.com
- Instagram - @asacredwildlife
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This isn’t about another journey of endless seeking. This is about coming home.
