Stop Trying To Wake Up

Introduction to I AM Day00:00:00

Hosts Will and Karen introduce the concept of 'I AM Day,' an upcoming global event dedicated to awakening, inspired by Florence Scovel Shinn's philosophy that 'your word is your wand.'

Origins of the Initiative00:06:50

Richard Walter explains how reading 'The Game of Life and How to Play It' led him to create I AM Day to honor the legacy of spiritual awakening and the power of affirmations.

Personal Healing and Self-Love00:14:30

Karen shares her personal journey of healing from a cancer diagnosis, emphasizing how changing the way she viewed her body—treating it with unconditional love—transformed her recovery process.

The Meaning of 'I AM'00:17:15

Richard explains that I AM Day serves as an acronym for the 'International Awakening Movement,' a platform designed to foster clarity and presence rather than following a strict methodology.

Event Structure and Participation00:22:05

Richard details the schedule for the event happening on September 23rd, which features various contributors, teachers, and guides to help participants practice conscious presence.

The Philosophy of Effortless Awakening00:36:30

Richard discusses the paradox that trying too hard to 'wake up' creates resistance, advising listeners instead to be fully present without expectations to allow their true selves to emerge.