I'm known as the "Shadow Work for Sobriety" guy, offering guidance to both the sober curious and those in recovery.
New recovery insights from non-conventional methods and the wisdom traditions.
As a result of severing our connection to the Sacred, modern society faces an epidemic of mental health decline. After 20 years of full immersion in recovery, I’ve realized that traditional methods often fail to address addiction’s deeper complexities. That’s why I’ve turned to wisdom traditions, consciousness studies, and modern mysticism.
From mindfulness, Stoicism, and shamanism to quantum physics, chakra-meridian systems, and Jung’s shadow work, this approach expands the boundaries of healing, focusing on transformation as a whole person.
My recovery approach centers on the Jungian Shadow because it:
- Houses repressed guilt, shame, and pain.
- Fuels our self-sabotage.
- Reveals blind spots & uncovers hidden gifts.
- Is a powerful reservoir of unconscious energy.
We offer 1:1 coaching centered on shadow work and the Sacred, alongside a new YouTube channel with an esoteric flair.
Whether you’re really hurting or sober curious we welcome all forms of abstinence and sobriety—here, you will find zero judgment.
Founder & Coach
I’m Chris, and I’m really glad you’re here…
After falling down endlessly, I’ve climbed out of the depths of alcoholism, substance abuse, and homelessness by seeking the Sacred, refusing to give up on myself, and reaching out for help. I was 25 years old when I first committed myself to the path of recovery.
My professional journey—from mindfulness coaching to business coaching, and now recovery coaching—reflects a deep-seated belief in human resilience. In fact, my fascination with human potential began early; I was drawn to the work of Tony Robbins at age 12 and have been exploring the idea of human excellence ever since.
While my studies in Consciousness and Psychology at the University of Michigan gave me a strong base of knowledge, it’s the profound darkness I’ve faced in my own life that bears the most fruit as a fellow traveler.
As we face the numerous challenges of a rapidly changing world, my goal is to help individuals tap into the Life Force that flows through us and find meaning and purpose in their lives.
North Star: Humility & Meaning
Philosophically, I’m drawn to the wisdom traditions and modern mysticism. In other words, if I had an advisory panel, it would include Plato, Marcus Aurelius, Carl Jung, Terence McKenna, Alan Watts, Eckhart Tolle, and Iain McGilchrist—and, in a sense, they are always guiding me.
Flexible Recovery Approaches
Over the years, I’ve witnessed that healing and sobriety aren’t “one-size-fits-all.” I’ve personally found success with Alcoholics Anonymous and also without it. What matters is finding ANY approach that resonates and supports your journey—whether it’s AA, other recovery methodologies, or a personalized blend of various practices and teachings. Ego and pride have no place in dictating how someone should get sober. The true measure of a path’s value is whether it brings you closer to wholeness.
I practice a humility that values the strength of self-respect over the façade of self-deprecation and favors thoughtful honesty over reckless brutal honesty. My focus is on meaningful pursuits rather than consumerism or individualism. For me, the “spiritual sweet spot” is finding balance—honoring my ambition while being grateful for what I have and who I’m becoming.
Thank you for reminding me of this.
30,000-Foot View
- Embrace Individuation and Context
I believe we thrive when we honor our differences—among people, places, cultures—and refuse to force uniform rules that undermine local realities. My conviction is that each “home” or local setting deserves preservation and respect. - Resisting Destructive Uniformity
I’ve seen how global, one-size-fits-all solutions end up destroying local environments and concentrating wealth among the very few. So I want us to consider how we can restore and protect local traditions, ecosystems, and relationships. - Three Cornerstones of a Meaningful Life
- Community Belonging: A stable group of people you trust, share values with, and feel at home with.
- Bond with Nature: Recognizing that we are part of nature, not standing outside it.
- Divine Connection: Fostering awe, humility, and compassion through a spiritual or sacred lens, even if we feel wary of organized religion.
- Root Causes of Modern Discontent
I’m concerned that today’s endless competition, social media polarization, and disconnection from nature lead to heightened anxiety, depression, and a general feeling of being unmoored. My hope is that we can reconnect with each other and with creation to address these woes. - Spiritual Traditions and the Sacred
Despite the flaws in organized religion, I find great value in the habits it encourages—gratitude, gathering, song, prayer—that remind us life is bigger than constant consumerism. I see the sacred as something that elevates us rather than belittles us. - Limits of Old Mindsets and Top-Down Fixes
I agree with the idea that you can’t solve today’s problems with the same thinking that created them in the first place. I worry that huge bureaucracies and tech-heavy solutions might perpetuate the same disconnection we’re trying to heal. - Welcoming Right-Hemisphere Wisdom
I’ve come to appreciate how the “right hemisphere” of the brain brings holistic insight and empathy, while the “left hemisphere”—though valuable—tends to narrow us into categorization. I don’t want to abandon reasoning; I just hope we can integrate both sides for better balance. - Practical Steps Toward Change
My suggestion is to begin within ourselves: stop habits that isolate us, and create space for silence, openness, and new insights. Supporting our local communities can be a tangible next step, helping us foster deeper connections right where we live. - The Master-Emissary Model
I resonate with the idea that our left hemisphere should act as a helpful servant rather than a bossy master. True intelligence arises when we allow both rational analysis and broader, soulful perception to work together. - Expanding Perspectives
My aim is to help others see beyond purely reductionist thinking and rediscover a sense of awe and gratitude. Real persuasion, as I see it, lies in guiding people into new experiences that awaken them to the bigger picture we share.
Positive Influence
We control nothing, yet we influence everything. Let’s be a positive influence.