The Field: A Dojo of Sound

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By: Glenn Ostlund

The Field is a portable pause for people who have forgotten how to stop. Part podcast, part meditation space, part ongoing conversation, The Field is an experiment in what happens when thoughtful dialogue is placed inside a carefully designed auditory environment. Through immersive binaural soundscapes, authentic voice messages, and the exploration of ideas that matter, we practice learning out loud. Different minds meet, perspectives unfold, and meaning emerges. At the heart of this project is the concept of a dojo of sound. Traditionally, a dojo is a place of practice—not a place where one arrives as an expert, but a...

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A Polyvagal Roadmap of Emotions Meditation for Integrating Grief
#33
Last Wednesday at 10:20 PM


The Artful Science of Rewiring: When IFs and THENs turn ANTs to ALTs
#32
08/31/2026

The Artful Science of Rewiring: When IFs and THENs Turn ANTs to ALTs

Immerse yourself in a restorative 6Hz theta binaural meditation designed to bridge neuroscience, compassionate self-inquiry, and deep subconscious rewiring. Rather than fighting Automatic Negative Thoughts (ANTs), this session guides you through the gentle art of using if–then implementation intentions—transforming emotional triggers into natural cues for Automatic Loving Thoughts (ALTs) and wise inner companionship.

This episode features an intimate look inside Janine’s personal self-coaching practice, where she dialogues with her cultivated inner guide, Solivia. Janine is openly sharing this transformative work w...


Solivia Speaks
#31
08/30/2026

The following audio comes directly from a personal coaching session that Janine has offered to share publicly for her own benefit and others here in the Dojo of Sound.  Janine is learning to create greater self-love and self-confidence through the fictional character of Solivia.


The Return of Quad (aka The Birth of Solivia)
#30
08/22/2026

What happens when imagination becomes a doorway into a different way of seeing yourself?


In this episode of The Field: A Dojo of Sound, Quad—Glenn’s imaginary companion from the original Bathing with God—reaches out to Solivia, a newly imagined expression of one person’s deeper values, self-trust, compassion, courage, boundaries, and presence.

What begins as a playful conversation between two “imaginary” beings becomes an exploration of something very human: the stories our minds create, the intelligence of the nervous system, the fear that pulls us away from the present, and the possibility...


The Hidden Science of Getting Stuck: Why Procrastination Isn't Laziness
#29
08/04/2026

The Hidden Science of Getting Stuck: Why Procrastination Isn't Laziness


Why do you find yourself avoiding the very things that matter most?


In this immersive 6Hz theta binaural meditation, we explore the hidden science behind procrastination, avoidance, and feeling stuck. Rather than viewing laziness as a personal failing, this episode reveals how your nervous system, brain, and emotional history work together to protect you from perceived threats—even when those threats exist only in anticipation.


Drawing from modern neuroscience, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), you'll di...


How Avery Bypassed her Caretaking Response
#28
07/31/2026


The Lugubrious Labyrinth of Lovelorn Longing
#27
07/29/2026


Communion in the Wind: A 6Hz Theta Meditation on Presence and Letting Go
#26
07/13/2026

 Immerse yourself in this deep 6Hz theta binaural beat meditation designed to help you process loss, embrace life's transitions, and connect with the unseen. Inspired by a heartfelt message to a departed father, this journey explores the profound realization that the people we love are never truly gone. Allow the rhythmic, dramatic energy of the wind to guide you through feelings of grief and the quiet emptiness of an evolving life. This meditation will help you practice letting go of what you wish things were, accept what is, and feel the comforting presence of loved ones surrounding you in t...


A Polyvagal Roadmap of Emotions
#25
07/11/2026

In "A Polyvagal Roadmap of Emotions," we explore the hidden architecture of human behavior by bridging the autonomic nervous system with the highest levels of human consciousness. This binaural meditation uses a 6 Hz theta beat to physically engage your calming vagus nerve. We synthesize Polyvagal Theory and David Hawkins' Map of Consciousness, revealing how subjective emotions are actually physical "nervous system mocktails" driven by our underlying biology. Discover how to use neuroplasticity and mindful pauses to shift out of exhausting, reactive survival states and build new neural pathways toward connection, effortless power, and profound peace.


The AI Noosphere: Planetary Physiology and Gaia’s Future
#24
07/10/2026


Exploring the Cold Empathy of Psychopathic Narcissists in the Uncanny Valley of Soul
#23
07/08/2026


The Great Paradox of our Relationships
#22
07/06/2026

Derek reflects on the role of anxiety in what he calls the great paradox of relationships -- that we often want to be accepted for who we really are so badly that we change who we really are in order to fit in.


Independence Day (aka Co-dependence Day?)
Independence Day (aka Co-dependence Day?) episode artwork
#21
07/05/2026

Glenn reflects on lessons of co-dependence on this Independence Day.


Empathy Training in a Dojo of Sound
#20
07/03/2026

What if empathy is more than an emotion—what if it's a habit the nervous system can practice? In this immersive Dojo of Sound meditation, binaural theta tones provide a spacious backdrop as you eavesdrop on a conversation exploring neuroplasticity, myelin, cooperation, consciousness, and the layered nature of reality. Rather than asking you to believe anything, this meditation invites curiosity, self-observation, and gentle experimentation. From molecules to minds, from relationships to culture, discover how repeated experiences shape who we become—and how one small pause, one degree more empathy, and one moment of wonder may begin quietly rewiring your worl...


Reflections on the Inner Critic and turning ANTs into ALTs
#19
06/25/2026


Moon Lady Sacred Reflections on Santa Muerte
Moon Lady Sacred Reflections on Santa Muerte episode artwork
#18
06/18/2026


Hello Again Tom Come and Play and Why you Hate Fate
#17
06/17/2026


Hello Derek and the Gifts of Chaos
#16
06/16/2026


Cosmic Audio Pen Pals: Trauma, Memory, and the Ether
Cosmic Audio Pen Pals: Trauma, Memory, and the Ether episode artwork
#15
06/15/2026

In this episode of The Field: A Dojo of Sound, we listen in on another exchange between Avery and Moon Lady, two cosmic audio pen pals exploring memory, trauma, identity, and belonging through voice notes sent out into the ether.

Responding to Avery's reflections on family, trauma, and being misunderstood, Moon Lady shares stories from her upbringing, considers the ways people rewrite painful memories, and reflects on why labels, diagnoses, and language can help us make sense of our experiences. Along the way, she weaves together childhood memories, rattlesnake stories, neurodivergence, religious deconstruction, and the bittersweet nostalgia...


An Intelligent Critique and Analysis of Anxiety in Action
#14
06/14/2026


Enjoying this Playground of Sound
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#13
06/14/2026


Dear Mom, Who is Running the Show and a Very Happy Birthday
Dear Mom, Who is Running the Show and a Very Happy Birthday episode artwork
#11
06/10/2026

Glenn weaves together a special birthday meditation for his mother, with a little help from Avery and Janine and whoever/whatever else is running the show.


Dear Moon Lady, Let's Talk about Rattlesnakes and CPTSD
#10
06/09/2026

Avery shares a voice message with Moon Lady about their emerging shared experiences


Dear Glenn, I'd like to Explore Self and Soul within the Dojo of Sound
#8
06/08/2026

Janine and Glenn explore some questions about the nature of souls and life after death.


Dear Avery, Thank You for Inspiring this Dojo of Sound Binaural Podcast Thingy
#7
06/08/2026

Glenn shares a voice message with Avery, thanking her for her Panama canoeing story and detailing her inspiration behind the evolution of this project. 


Dear Moon Lady: Exploring Neurodivergence, ADHD, and CPTSD (Part 2)
#5
06/04/2026

What happens when the fear of overwhelming others is really the fear of being fully seen? In this reflective episode, we explore intensity, vulnerability, neurodivergence, and the courage to share ourselves without shrinking. Through stories of music, friendship, boundaries, and connection, we examine the difference between burdening others and revealing who we truly are. Discover how healthy relationships create space for authenticity, allowing intimacy to grow through transparency, choice, and the willingness to be known.


Dear Moon Lady: Exploring Neurodivergence, ADHD, and CPTSD (Part 1)
#4
06/03/2026

In this binaural meditation, we explore a powerful self-portrait of a nervous system shaped by both neurodivergence and trauma. Through reflections on ADHD, CPTSD, rejection sensitivity, masking, people-pleasing, identity, curiosity, and emotional safety, you'll be invited to cultivate deeper compassion for yourself and others. This meditation is not about fixing what is broken, but understanding the patterns that shaped you and discovering what helps your mind, body, and heart feel safe enough to thrive.


A 15-Min Guide to Quieting the Hyper Self-Critical Voice
#4
06/03/2026

In this 15-minute guided meditation, you’ll learn how to step out of the grip of harsh inner criticism and reconnect with a steadier, more grounded awareness. Blending insights from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Polyvagal Theory, this practice helps you create space from self-critical thoughts, regulate your nervous system, and choose how you want to show up—without needing the voice to disappear first. A gentle reset for moments when your mind turns against you.


Dear Aubrie, When Your Body Remembers: Religious Trauma, Samskaras, and the Nervous System
#3
06/02/2026

A listener reaches out after an unexpected conversation with a former bishop leaves her shaken, tearful, and wondering why old wounds still hurt. In this episode, we explore religious trauma through the lenses of Samskara, Polyvagal Theory, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Why does the body react long after the mind has moved on? What happens when old emotional grooves are triggered? And how can we cultivate peace, boundaries, and self-trust without needing to prove our experience to anyone?


Neuroconvergence: When Different Minds Meet
#3
06/01/2026

For years, I rolled my eyes whenever someone suggested there might be autism, ADHD, or neurodivergence in our family. Recently, a conversation with an old friend challenged that reaction and opened the door to deeper questions. What does it mean to be neurodivergent? Are these labels limiting, liberating, or simply descriptive? In this first Neuroconvergence conversation, I explore curiosity, identity, evolution, and the many ways human minds experience reality.


Dear Mr. Gagglsnitch, Demons, Witches, and the Friend I Used to Know
#2
06/01/2026

A message from an old friend became an unexpected mirror. After a New Moon ritual, Glenn received a warning that he had opened demonic portals through witchcraft and that only repentance could save him. Rather than debating theology, this episode explores certainty, folklore, nervous systems, cult dynamics, spiritual identity, and the stories we use to make sense of reality. What happens when two people who once admired each other find themselves living inside entirely different worlds?


Dear Northern Star, How to Manage Burnout: A Slowdown Message for a Northern Star
#1
06/01/2026

A friend asked how to manage burnout. Instead of answering, I created this space. Set within immersive binaural soundscapes, this episode explores the tension between rest and striving, inviting you to slow down, listen deeply, and discover what your own nervous system might be trying to tell you.


Dear Avery, This is Moon Lady and I Heard So Much of Myself in You
#3
06/01/2026

Moon Lady shares a voice message for Avery.


Dear Glenn, That One Time I Canoed the Panama Canal
#2
06/01/2026

Avery shares a personal story about self realization.


Welcome to The Field: A Dojo of Sound
Welcome to The Field: A Dojo of Sound episode artwork
#1
06/01/2026

Glenn provides an introduction of sorts to Avery, Moon Lady, Derek, Janine, and Tom and shares his vision of The Field.  This is a binaural meditation. Headphones required for full binaural effect.