Most spiritual journeys begin with an experience—a moment that brings connection and a sense of possibility beyond ordinary life.

For many, the search for more experiences (retreats, meditation, ceremonies, etc.) becomes the focus. These moments provide inspiration, new feelings and perceptions—yet over time, daily life often changes very little.

Old reactions remain and familiar patterns persist. Underlying frustration builds. 

Others anchor their journey in development—discipline, practices, inner work. But when taken too far, development can harden into effort and control. Searching for new spiritual experiences becomes secondary.  Deep down they are squeezing the life out of themselves.

Frustration grows here as well, just in a different form.

The narrow focus of each approach blocks the light and enhancement the other brings.

This one-hour event explores what happens when experience and development fall out of balance, and why real spiritual growth requires the wisdom of both moving together—whether you are early in your journey or decades in. 

It is designed to help you recognize what kind of movement is actually needed for your unique journey now.  Because it’s balance, not intensity, that allows spiritual change to continue.

This event is for you if:

• You feel your spiritual journey has stalled or is not transforming you as hoped

• You sense something real has opened, but you’re unsure how to live it

• You want a practical map without being told what to believe 

This event is not for you if:

• You are primarily seeking validation, reassurance, or affirmation

• You are looking for quick results, peak experiences, or guaranteed outcomes

ABOUT THE PRESENTERS 

RON PATTERSON

Ron has been on a wide-ranging spiritual journey for many years.  He believes spirituality integrates across the fabric of one's life from dealing with oneself to engaging with family, friends, work colleagues and helping others.  He has an insightful, engaging, and practical way of teaching, and resides in Toronto with his family.

EMY PAPASIDERIS

Emy believes that human life carries profound meaning and potential, and that going on a journey of refinement is a thank-you return to that which gave us life in the first place. Her passions include assisting others on their development journeys and expressing the majesty of the unseen forces that drive all life via art.