Ten Laws with East Forest

In 1979, on a solo winter ascent of an Adirondack peak, Bill experienced a call to adventure, leading him to abandon academia in search of his true calling. Bill is the author of Soulcraft: Crossing into the Mysteries of Nature and Psyche(an experiential guidebook), Nature and the Human Soul: Cultivating Wholeness and Community in a Fragmented World (a nature-based stage model of human development through the entire lifespan), Wild Mind: A Field Guide to the Human Psyche (an ecocentric map of the psyche — for healing, growing whole, and cultural transformation), and The Journey of Soul Initiation: A Field Guide for Visi...

His insights arose out of escaping from his own 15-year ordeal of suffering from severe chronic pain. As he began to share his approaches with his patients, a predictable sequence of learning evolved. It is reflected in his most recent effort, The DOC (Direct your Own Care) Journey. It is the self-directed action plan of his book, Back in Control: A Surgeon’s Roadmap Out of Chronic Pain.

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Her podcast, The Thought Room is a combination of edge-of-your-seat storytelling and groundbreaking interviews with celebrated thought-leaders from around the world. Recorded remotely everywhere from hotel rooms in New York City, to a camper van in Maine; from the coastal forests of Costa Rica, to a picnic blanket amongst grapes in a vineyard in Sedona—host Hallie Rose captures rich, face-to-face interviews and intimate storytelling in a variety of eccentric locations.

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Jai has been featured in Psychology Today, The New York Times, The Atlantic, The Huffington Post, and on The Today Show. He also created and starred in the cable TV show Yoga Sutra Now, which aired 65 episodes in over 20 different countries including the U.S, Russia, Poland, Egypt, Australia, and Morocco. During 2014 & 2015, Jai’s awareness of the power of mindfulness to impact lives was expanded when he taught yoga to high school students at Frederick Douglas Academy in Harlem, sponsored by a grant from the Sonima Foundation.

Jai has worked in the health and wellness industry for 25 ye...

Originally from La Crosse, Wisconsin this former factory worker skipped college to become a comedian. His stand up has been on Comedy Central, Conan, Kimmel, Showtime, and Epix.  In the age of podcasting, more people might be familiar with him as a guest on Trussell, Holmes, Kreischer, Von, Maron, or Rogan. Compelled to talk about bigger ideas, he now travels to universities around the world (when there isn't a pandemic) to interview researchers on a journey to learn what makes us who we are… as well as a bunch of other random stuff you never imagined you would care abou...

Lorin is a pioneer in developing personalized meditation practices, designing the techniques around an individual’s inner nature. He is the founder of two related meditation systems: The Radiance Sutras, which utilizes the richness of the Sanskrit language and is oriented toward the yoga community, and Instinctive Meditation, an approach that uses common sense language and is designed to match one's individual nature.

Lorin has a PhD from the University of California, Irvine, where he has done extensive research on meditation and meditative experiences. His books on meditation are treasured by meditation practitioners across the globe and ha...

Over a decade ago the world got to know Justin Wren through his successful mixed martial arts career in the UFC – from starring in the Spike reality show “The Ultimate Fighter,” to becoming a dominating force in the heavyweight division, to his MMA record of 15-2. Today, the world knows this 6-foot-3-inch, 265-pound fighter for the size of his heart.

Following a six-year struggle with addiction and depression in his early career, Justin stepped away from MMA to seek out purpose and passion for his life. What he found was a forgotten tribe of Mbuti Pygmies deep i...

Her first book, Art of Attention, has been translated into seven languages, her Essential Mentorship is beloved for bringing analog creativity to online coursework, and her third book, Being You, will be released in early 2021.  Listen to her renowned Practice You Podcast at practiceyou.com, and experience yoga with Elena on Glo.com.

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David Bronner is an American corporate executive and activist. As the top executive at Dr. Bronner's Magic Soaps, he has become known for his activism around a range of issues, especially fair trade, sustainable agriculture, animal rights, and drug policy reform.

Dr. Bronner's Magic Soaps has supported causes related to drug policy reform, animal rights, organic labeling, sustainable agriculture, and fair trade practices. Roughly 10 percent of the company's revenue goes to charitable giving and activist causes annually. Organizations that have been supported under Bronner's leadership include the Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies (for which Bronner serves on...

Marisa Radha Weppner is an author, DJ, teacher, minister, community organizer, life coach, podcaster, and entrepreneur. She has  taught yoga since 2002. She has a Master's Degree in Transpersonal Psychology and life coaching to bring a real-world mix of eastern spirituality and western psychology to her students for remembering empowerment, and transformation. 

She recently offered her first meditation album "Guidance" that is available on all streaming platforms!

Her online yoga classes and book “Vinyasa Yoga Made Simple: 27 days of Self Discovery” is available through udaya.com. She is also the co-director and producer of Yogafort for Tree...

Sergio Magaña is a Practitioner and Teacher of a spiritual lineage that began 5,000 years ago in Mesoamerica with the chichimecas and was passed on to the Aztecs, the last great culture. This knowledge is still preserved today by the nahua speaking communities and is now experiencing a worldwide rebirth, transcending the borders of Mexico. The part of this knowledge in which he has specialized, is the one known as Toltecayotl (the knowledge of wise men) that encompasses Nahualism: the teachings imparted to rulers, warriors and priests on how to control reality through dreams, a deep exploration of what w...

Kyle is a big guy with a big heart.  We discuss making our way through this time period of intense change.

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CAMILLE MAURINE is the author of the groundbreaking book, Meditation Secrets for Women: Discovering Your Passion, Pleasure, and Inner Peace, as well as Meditation 24/7: Practices to Enlighten Every Moment of the Day, both written with her husband, Dr. Lorin Roche. She gives global teleseminars and teacher trainings, with a specialty in women's spiritual empowerment and embodiment, and travels worldwide to give performances, workshops, and retreats.

Camille Maurine is on the faculty of Esalen Institute, 1440 Multiversity, Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health, SAND Science and No...

W. Keith Campbell, Ph.D., is a professor of psychology at the University of Georgia. He studies narcissism and lectures on personality. He holds a BA from the University of California at Berkeley, an MA from San Diego State University, a PhD from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and did his postdoctoral work at Case Western Reserve University. He lives in Athens, Georgia, with his wife and daughters.

Dr. Keith Campbell’s new book, “The New Science of Narcissism: Understanding one of the greatest Psychological challenges of our time – and what you can do abo...

Londrelle's works, words, and poetry are deeply inspired by eastern philosophy and ancient spiritual text.  His popular Instagram community meets twice weekly for meditations, creativity, and questions and answers with Londrelle.  He lives in Atlanta GA and continues to emanate his Sadhana outward with his sundry public offerings.

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David has worked (and continues to with some organizations) with many of the wilderness survival programs in the country, including Boulder Outdoor Survival School (BOSS), Rabbit Stick and Winter Count (bi-annual primitive skills training events), Reevis Mountain, California Survival School, Pollen Circles, and Preppercon. He teaches on Native paints, ground stone tools, water procurement, desert navigation, stone age options vs. modern, desert food collection and preparation, shelter-building, fire-making and so much more.

David is famous for his delicate arrowheads, beautiful stone pendants and bears and more recently paintings. David lovingly and mindfully works his craft and you kn...

David has worked (and continues to with some organizations) with many of the wilderness survival programs in the country, including Boulder Outdoor Survival School (BOSS), Rabbit Stick and Winter Count (bi-annual primitive skills training events), Reevis Mountain, California Survival School, Pollen Circles, and Preppercon. He teaches on Native paints, ground stone tools, water procurement, desert navigation, stone age options vs. modern, desert food collection and preparation, shelter-building, fire-making and so much more.

David is famous for his delicate arrowheads, beautiful stone pendants and bears and more recently paintings. David lovingly and mindfully works his craft and you kn...

She maintains a private practice as a psychotherapist specializing in trauma and non-ordinary states of consciousness. Sara believes that developing a comprehensive understanding of psychedelic medicines through research and education is essential for the health and well being of individuals, communities, and the planet.

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Artist Statement

"When I was 12, I realized that my life’s path was to make music in the service of love and healing. Music is a medicine that allows us to feel, listen, and ultimately surrender to the present moment. The compositions I create move through my imagination, heart, and hands, like guitar through a speaker and light through a lens. I am continuously learning and evolving with the process, a practice of letting go of all that I create, as it creates me.

I believe that music and art can catalyze inner change, and th...

This episode also features excerpts from the very first East Forest Ceremony in 2009 as a means of a musical history to help connect the dots from the birth of the EF sound until now.

Spores is now available on all digital music platforms as well as a limited edition vinyl pressing.   Get the vinyl exclusively at http://music.eastforest.org.

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His plays have been premiered by the Royal Court Theatre, Lincoln Center Theater, Manhattan Theatre Club, Playwrights Horizons, the Vineyard Theatre, South Coast Rep, and Soho Theatre, and later seen regionally in the United States and around the world. In 2009, his adaptation of Hedda Gabler premiered on Broadway at the Roundabout (American Airlines Theatre) and he has also written short plays for Naked Angels, the 24 Hour Plays, and the New York International Fringe Festival (2002 winner, Best Overall Production). He has received grants from the NEA/TCG Residency Program and the Peter S. Reed Foundation, and he is a recipient...

Dr. Ted Achacoso earned his college degree in Biology at the age of 18 and his Doctor of Medicine degree at the age of 22. At 25, he was a fellow of interventional neuroradiology, a research professor of pharmacology and toxicology, and a clinical professor of neurology in Manila. At 28, he became a professor of medical informatics and of interventional neuroradiology in Washington, DC, where he also performed artificial intelligence research biased towards connectionist systems. At 30, he began science and technology consulting for socially responsible investment funds. At 35, he founded and ran a group collaboration software company and created the first wireless...

William Meyer has taught history, economics, and humanities in urban and suburban high schools. He is the author of two middle reader novels published by Sleeping Bear Press, as well as Big Breath, a guided meditation children's book and Three Breaths, a manual for meditation in the classroom.  He is currently completing a PhD from NYU.

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Marisa Radha Weppner is an author, DJ, teacher, minister, community organizer, life coach, podcaster, and entrepreneur. She has a Master's Degree in Transpersonal Psychology and life coaching to bring a real-world mix of eastern spirituality and western psychology to  students for remembering, empowerment and transformation. 

She's the owner of Sage Yoga School and Source meditation | space in Boise, Idaho and is dedicated  to the study of yoga, specializing in Yoga Psychology, Bhakti Yoga, Yoga History + Philosophy, Yin Yoga, Yoga Nidra, Meditation and Self-Awakening Yoga.

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"A psychiatrist and psychedelic researcher explores the science of connection — why we need it, how we’ve lost it, and how we might find it again.

We are suffering from an epidemic of disconnection that antidepressants and social media can’t fix. This state of isolation puts us in “fight or flight mode,” deranging sleep, metabolism and libido. What’s worse, we’re paranoid of others. This kill-or-be-killed framework is not a way to live. But, when we feel safe and loved, we can rest, digest, and repair. We can heal. And it is only in this state of belon...

While many skateboarders have enjoyed the skateboard graphics of VC Johnson over the last 40 years, his other work has largely been tucked away in private reserve, unseen, even by most of his friends and family. This collection of his works in black and white is now offered in gratitude to those who have supported, inspired and, of course, have bought his work, which has afforded him a comfortable life in his hometown of Santa  Barbara, California, where he continues to live and work. Still alive and grateful, he thanks you all.

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Raised in Southeast Asia, HeatherAsh has traveled the world from childhood and is continually inspired by the diversity and beauty of human expression and experience. She brings this openhearted, inclusive worldview to her writings and teachings, which are a rich blend of Toltec wisdom, European shamanism, and Buddhism. She lives in Santa Fe and travels and teaches internationally. 

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From Educate Inspire Change FB About Section: "Educate yourself. Inspire Others. Change the world. Our Mission and Vision '' We plan to create and achieve solutions to the world's current problems, we believe that reliance on individual responsibility and positive action is more effective than reliance on government policies and programs. Knowledge is the key, but in order to put knowledge to good use we must inspire each other to ultimately change the world we live in. With education , inspiration and cooperation, people can take action to implement solutions in their daily lives which will be for the betterment...

Whitney believes that inclusivity and belonging are critical to an individual’s ability to thrive in their community. Her background is in non-profit work, higher education, and athletics. She is passionate about child advocacy, fitness, travel with her husband, and the importance of mentorship for teens and young adults. A chai latte is the only “coffee” she drinks and her love for all things track and field is endless.

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Sarah began developing pieces for solo violin in a formal sense in 2011. Violin driven, emotive and minimalistic, her influences range from Bartok, to Arthur Russel, to Aphex Twin. Neufeld’s acclaimed debut album Hero Brother (Constellation Records), produced by Nils Frahm, was released in 2013.

In 2015 Neufeld released Juno award winning Never Were The Way She Was (Constellation Records) with celebrated saxophonist and collaborator Colin Stetson, and in 2016 Neufeld released her second solo album, The Ridge (Paper Bag, Kartel Music Group) featuring Jeremy Gara (of Arcade Fire) on drums.

2017/18 saw the beginning of an important new co...

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Comedian Radio Host Writer and Performer Jamie is an incredibly original voice with unwavering views for which he refuses to apologize. With his beat poetry inspired performance style and his socio/political activism Jamie has spearheaded a subculture of comedy fans and socially aware youth and has primed himself to become the voice of a generation.

Jamie got his start opening for comedic greats such as Marc Maron and Doug Stanhope. He was the first comedian to appear on Montreal’s Just For Laughs New Faces and return the next year with his own solo show alongside Bi...

Born I Music is a Ghanaian-American Hip Hop and EDM artist from Washington DC. One of the most sought-after voices in electronic music, Born has released records with Luzcid, Arius, Dirt Monkey and Riot Ten among scores of other well talented producers. He recently joined Spag Heddy for a groundbreaking performance at EDC Las Vegas. Born I Music records in a variety genres including hip-hop, dubstep, trap, house and future bass. His vision of “unity through art” is what pushes him to constantly break down genre barriers in the music industry. Born is also a mindfulness practitioner and teacher and...

 Nicole’s book, The Meaning of Truth and her online course FREEDOM FROM CHRONIC PAIN are guiding hundreds of thousands around the world to lives of complete freedom. Her brand, The Cure for Chronic Pain, includes a Website, YouTube Channel, and Podcast which has over 500k downloads worldwide. Her personal experience as well as work with thousands of people around the world have shaped and evolved Nicole’s theories, which serve to teach those suffering how to heal themselves completely with no medication or surgery. 

Based originally off the work of Dr. John Sarno (Nicole is a direct...

Signed to UK label Mercury KX, the past year has seen the release of Howard’s third solo album Open Heart Story, which explores fragmented relationships, childhood memories and the passage of time. He has also toured extensively with shows in Amsterdam, Berlin, Hamburg (Elbphilharmonie), Istanbul, London, Moscow, and Warsaw.

Back home in Melbourne, Howard recently composed music for the short film The Sand That Ate The Sea (nominated for best soundtrack in the 2019 ARIA Awards) and the theatre work The Shadow Whose Prey the Hunter Becomes (Back To Back Theatre). He has worked with choreographer Juliano Nu...

Mirabai Starr is an award-winning author of creative non-fiction and contemporary translations of sacred literature. She taught Philosophy and World Religions at the University of New Mexico-Taos for 20 years and now teaches and speaks internationally on contemplative practice and inter-spiritual dialog. A certified bereavement counselor, Mirabai helps mourners harness the transformational power of loss. Her latest book, WILD MERCY: Living the Fierce & Tender Wisdom of the Women Mystics, was named one of the “Best Books of 2019” by Spirituality & Practice.  Mirabai is on the 2020 Watkins List of the “100 Most Spiritually Influential Living People of the World.” She lives with her extended f...

Bayo Akomolafe is globally recognised for his poetic, unconventional, counterintuitive, and indigenous take on global crisis, civic action, activism and social change. He is an international speaker, poet and activist for a radical paradigm shift in consciousness and current ways of living. His readings of ‘knowledge’, ‘development’, ‘progress’ and ‘truth’ as Eurocentric metanarratives led him and his wife, Ej to develop the first International Workshop on Alternative Research Paradigms and Indigenous Knowledge Promotion (WARP, 2011). Bayo is a member of the advisory board of the Real Economy Lab (UK). In 2014, and was awarded for Global Excellence Award [Civil Society] by Future Shapers...

Endel is a company that specializes in creating technology with personalized sound environments to reduce stress, increase focus and improve sleep. The sounds are generated in real time based on various inputs such as one's location, time, weather, cadence, heart-rate, etc. The technology is backed by neuroscience as it incorporates circadian rhythms, the pentatonic scale, and sound masking.

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Spring Washam is a well-known meditation teacher, author and visionary leader based in California and Peru. She is the author of A Fierce Heart: Finding Strength, Courage and Wisdom in Any Moment. Spring is considered a pioneer in bringing mindfulness-based healing practices to diverse communities. She is one of the founders and core teachers at the East Bay Meditation Center, located in downtown Oakland, CA.  She received extensive training by Jack Kornfield, is a member of the teacher’s council at Spirit Rock Meditation Center in northern California, and has practiced and studied Buddhist philosophy in both the Theravada and Tibe...

Dustin O’Halloran is a composer based in Berlin and Los Angeles.

He founded indie rock band Devics with singer Sara Lov, who he met while studying art at Santa Monica College.

In 2004, he released his first record as a solo artist, Piano Solos. He has since released three more solo records, the latest of which is Lumiere (2011), which featured contributions by Peter Broderick and Adam Wiltzie (Stars of the Lid), and was mixed by the late Jóhann Jóhannsson.

With A Winged Victory for the Sullen, his project with Adam Wiltzie, Dusti...