The Path of Reconnection: Navigating Self, Other, and the World

Whether you call it the 'Meaning Crisis,' the 'Meta-crisis,' or simply a deep sense of burnout, many of us feel a fundamental disconnect from ourselves, each other, and the world we live in.

We often sense that something is missing, but we can’t always name what it is.

At this gathering we are stepping back from complex developmental theory to focus on three essential areas of life that require our presence and care. Inspired by the "Three Divides" of Theory U and the timelessness of the great wisdom traditions, we will explore how to bridge the gaps in our lives through three levels of reconnection:

What We’ll Explore:

• Reconnecting with Self (The "I"): Tuning back into our internal source and subjective experience.
• Reconnecting with Each Other (The "We"): Building a "Sangha" or community where we truly see and hear one another.
• Reconnecting with the World (The "It"): Finding the sacred in our material environment and the systems we inhabit.

What to Expect:
We’ll use the Integral Quadrants as a simple map to help us see where we are flourishing and where we might be feeling "stuck." Whether you are a long-time student of Integral Theory or this is your very first time hearing the term, you will walk away with a clearer understanding of how these different parts of your life fit together.

This will be an interactive session featuring a short talk, shared reflection, and small-group discussions.

The Details:
Who: Open to everyone (no prior experience with Integral Theory required)
Why: To move from theory into the lived territory of conscious connection.
Bring: An open heart, a curious mind, and a notebook if you like to jot down insights.

We look forward to connecting with you and exploring how we can all show up more fully for ourselves and each other for the benefit of all beings.

We won’t be going into Integral Theory much in this talk. If you would like to learn a bit about Integral beforehand, you can watch this YouTube playlist for a deep-ish dive; or our Instagram reels here and here for a quick, accessible snapshot.

General Description of Monthly Gatherings
Conscious Transformation Collective gatherings focus on both inner development (deepening our connection with calm, peace, joy, and non-clinging awareness) and the practical ways we bring that clarity into the world. We draw on wisdom traditions such as Buddhadharma and the Western Mysteries, as well as the comprehensive lens of Integral Theory. Each session includes practical tools, embodied insights, and interactive activities.

Facilitator
This session will be led by Christopher Lawley, who has been practicing and training in the universalist Namgyal lineage of Vajrayana Buddhism and Western Mysteries for close to 2 decades with the Clear Sky Center sangha and Planet Dharma. Christopher is steeped in Integral Theory and uses it to inform his work with individuals, teams, and groups. He is a trained coach and convener who designs and facilitates group processes using frameworks such as the Art of Hosting. Christopher is also on the organizing committee of the Integral Conference of North America (ICON) which will be taking place in May 2026 in Denver, Colorado.

Dāna - The Practice of Generosity
Generosity (dāna) is a foundational part of our practice. While there is no set fee to attend, we invite you to participate in this cycle of giving and receiving. By offering what you can, you aren't just "paying for a seat"—you are actively practicing dāna (generosity) and ensuring these resources remain available for the whole community. Please join us and give as your heart and situation allow.
Learn more about dāna (the Pali word for generosity) here.