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Welcome to The Journey, a newsletter about evolving human consciousness in the modern age.
I’m Julia. I’ve dedicated my life to the journey inward; investigating reality through expanded states of consciousness, guiding people through inner work, and scaling philanthropic initiatives that serve the evolution of consciousness.
In this little corner of the internet, I share reflections on the pilgrimage of our lifetime, the journey from the mind to the heart.
The Journey is an exploration of how to integrate grounded approaches to spirituality and self-actualization into every day life to reap the benefits of deep inner work: connection, purpose, and presence.
Much of my work is informed by the wisdom of psychedelic plants, which I aim to share not just with those who seek to encounter them but with anyone dedicated to the journey from the mind to the heart. You can expect to read about emotional intelligence, psychedelic journeys & integration, mental health & root cause healing, relationships, creativity, purpose, and all the ways in which modern culture makes it harder than ever to be a whole, heart-centered human (but we shall die trying).
“The only journey is the one within.” - Rainer Maria Rilke
The journey from the mind to the heart is the longest journey we’ll ever take — but we don’t have to do it alone. Thousands have joined The Journey, including psychiatrists, therapists, policymakers, pastors, medicine guides, executives, athletes, and artists. My hope is that this is a non-judgmental, inclusive, and nurturing space for all those on the path inward who seek to evolve not just individual but, by extension, collective consciousness.
Why should I become a paid subscriber?
Paid subscribers get access to exclusive offerings and benefits, such as community practices and month-long challenges.
Beyond that, if you want to support my work, believe in my messages, and would like to see them reach more people, the best thing you can do is to become a paid subscriber. I appreciate the support more than you know.
Why am I doing this?
Back in 2018, I was living a double life. Perfect on paper (fancy degrees, prestigious job, lush travels, vibrant social life) — but behind the closed doors of my NYC shoebox, I was rotting (a decade-long eating disorder, depression, isolation, and substance abuse). I’d made a career from problem-solving, but could not solve the one problem that mattered: How do I make life worth living?
After stumbling upon
’s How To Change Your Mind, intentional psychedelic journeys went on to transform every aspect of my life: my health, career, relationships, and well-being. Psychedelic medicines catalyzed a spiritual path set in motion years prior by my despair. These medicines not only helped me recover from mental illness but create a life filled with connection, presence, and purpose.I now live a quiet little introvert life in Southern California. In my free time, you’ll find me on the yoga mat, in the kitchen, on the beach with my dogs, reading and writing, inline skating, or frolicking in nature.
Some words readers use to describe The Journey
“Radical honesty and clarity”
“Intelligent and grounded”
“A warm, compassionate hug”
“The Journey guides me to true self”
“I don’t feel numb when I’m reading The Journey”
