august 2025
dear friends,
this past month was a crucible. i hit a low i haven't felt in years. but somehow i didn't fall all the way through. i was caught, held, and carried by the people around me. if you were one of them, thank you. i could've slipped so much further.
i have some big news: i'm moving.
i've decided to sell my house and travel long-term. after a retreat in october, i plan to head to chiang mai and begin an open-ended journey throughout southeast asia, starting at a thai forest monastery
i'd like to continue the newsletter as i travel, but these will be some of my final events in minneapolis.
july reflections
highlights ✨
- singing Wani Wachiyelo with my two dearest sisters in ceremony. so, so special.
- a beautiful tea & grief circle, held with the help of Andrew's love
- exploring the frontiers of my voice with the support of both Lucas's at the Transmute Retreat
recent reading
- On Having No Head (3) – a nice read, helpful to relax into direct realization without making it some far away attainment
- currently: Love and Rage – just beginning
sincere gratitude to: 🙏
- Steve, for the deep intuition, divination, and encouragement
- Kirk, for holding up a loving mirror and helping me see myself more clearly
- Mika, for the mentorship, brotherhood, and empathy
upcoming gatherings
yoga & tea
weds, august 13th & 20th (9:00-10:45am)
gentle yin led by louisa, flowing into tea
louisa's home | sliding scale $10-25
tea ceremony
sunday, august 10th (2-4pm)
let's gather in the park for some tea
boom island | gathering freely
thank you all for being part of my life. i am so grateful to know you. to live this life. something true is calling me forward, and i would not be ready to take this next step without the inspiration of those around me
simply reply to join any gathering or to share what's alive in your world
may you be happy,
nicho