In the early 90's I had a spiritual awakening. The profound experience revealed to me the deep connection between all life, and the inherent value in everything. As I experienced the resulting wondrous joy and wisdom, I felt a need to share this understanding with others. I heard myself asking, "How can I help increase awareness of the inherent value in all living things?" There is so much to be aware of in the ways we treat our bodies and minds, interact with others, regard animals, behave toward nature, and function as individuals, communities, and nations.

I would now describe that experience as my first Authentic Connection. Authentic Connections occur when your true, intentional, and undefended self reveals and shares your soul's message. Such connections may provide profound insights into who you truly are, why you are here, and what gifts you have to share. They instill deep peace, a sense of belonging, and an understanding of purpose. Authentic Connections often produce moments of clarity that may provide life-altering direction. They enable you to discover and share your message, and participate fully in life. Authentic Connections may be spontaneous, or may evolve from intentionally opening the heart while letting go of fear.

Through practices such as toning, dance, art, nature immersion, and prayer, I have continued to explore the philosophy of inherent value. These practices help us understand how we intricately fit within the world - physiologically, emotionally, vibrationally. Through this heightened awareness, we gain greater health, well-being, a sense of belonging, and peace, and we deepen our appreciation for life and each other.

The purpose of InherentValue.org is to provide a space to collect and offer retreats, illustrations, practices, and readings that move us toward greater awareness. I invite you to visit and explore with the hope that you may participate in whatever speaks to you. This is just the beginning.

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