Illusion Exodus: Conversations on Authentic Connection and Self Determination

One of the biggest opportunities we have right now in the digital sphere is to create sanctuary and collaborate, and being that Portals of Samadhi isn't just a travel agency, it's a vehicle for unique experiences, we are excited to announce the next session of Illusion Exodus!

In Hinduism, this idea of "illusion" is captured in the term "Maya."

It suggests that our world, experienced through the senses, is not the final reality but a veil hiding the true eternal spiritual essence.

In Ancient Egyptian thought, the physical world was seen as a reflection of a higher spiritual realm, emphasizing that material existence is transient and not the absolute truth.

Similarly, Buddhism views our perceived reality as distorted by desires and ignorance, leading to suffering.

The path to enlightenment is said to involve seeing beyond this illusion to understand the impermanent and interconnected nature of all things.

In this conversation, we hope to delve deep into the heart of the 'Illusion' that pervades our society - the deceptive allure of material success and the societal norms that often dictates our lives.

By creating a sanctuary around our personal journeys and making space to share insights, we intend to break down barriers between people and be present for something beyond mortal 'success'.

Through this, we can find the motivation and encouragement needed to devise solutions to the problems we see in the world.

Even if those solutions feel like a far off dream.

For some, however, these solutions are already part of their day-to-day life.

We want to invite you to share your story and join us for this conversation about change and how you see yourself making it.

Illusion Exodus is an invitation to connect, network, and develop collaborations to better support one another's work.

We find these conversations to be key, as there are a number of individuals and families that face really common situations that keep progress for many at a standstill.

Some of those situations are:

1. The trap of renting an apartment / having a mortgage that consumes your entire paycheck, leaving no room for savings or personal growth.
2. The disillusionment of engaging in a 9 to 5 job that fails to provide financial stability or a sense of fulfillment.
3. The endless cycle of saving only to invest in material possessions like a new car, which offers temporary satisfaction but no real long-term value.

These scenarios are not isolated cases but represent a much larger issue.

Over the course of several discussions, we can begin to peel back the layers of our daily life, and seek to act on opportunities to improve ourselves and our communities.

Whether you're engaged in projects that do this already, or you would like to, this space is a platform to network, share your work, or get inspired to start something new.

Popular topics include:

• The development of vibrant communities that resonate with our values.
• Strategies for real-time personal and collective transformation.
• Finding and connecting with our tribe - identifying individuals who share our vision and aspirations.
• Leveraging the power of collaboration for substantial growth and development.
• Aligning careers with passions, transforming the conventional view of 'work'.
• Embracing practices that empower us to lead more centered and focused lives.
• Challenging and rethinking religious and societal norms.
• Understanding the profound impact of diet on our well-being.

RSVP to join us for this powerful and interpersonal exchange.