Luminous Path, Portland, OR (2025)

03/10/2025

Realizing it’s been too long since I’ve hosted one of these free shamanic shindigs, and I’m excited to be crawling out of the dirt of creation this week! 
Come thru on Thursday, March 13, 2025, for a free community Full Moon Ceremony on Zoom. It’s gonna be a night of reflection, release, and renewal under the light of the Full Worm Moon. Pre-registration is required tho, and the link is in my bio.

We’ll begin with a guided journey to drop into the wisdom of the body, clear stagnant energy, and receive clarity on the path ahead. Bring a candle to help anchor your intentions.

Following the journey, we’ll open the space for a sharing circle… a little chance to integrate, speak from the heart, and witness each other in community. That’s what it’s all about.

It’s been an interesting winter for me, and I’m super grateful it’s coming to a close 🫠😂 If you can relate, and you’d like an opportunity for your soul to speak to you, join me on Thursday.  This is a sacred gathering for those ready to shed what no longer serves, reconnect with their North Star, and plant the seeds for their next evolution. Open to all.

Come as you are. Leave lighter, clearer, and more deeply aligned with your path.

Let’s quit wigglin’ away from our calling, together.

03/06/2025

RAM is a 6-week sacred incubator for artists, healers, and soul-led creatives who are ready to break through their blocks and step into the work they came here to do.

Rewiring old stories, clearing stagnant energy, and making space for something new. This is how we become Aligned Artists, bridges between heaven and earth, shaping culture with clarity, power, and devotion.

I know this crossroads well. I’ve been a guide in the realms of personal transformation for over a decade now, and I’ve built a successful career doing what I love in a way that, on paper, shouldn’t have worked.

I know what it’s like to be fully tapped into divine inspiration but struggle to anchor it into something tangible… to receive the downloads but not know how to actually execute them.

And let’s be honest, so much of the spiritual world teaches disconnection from reality. But, spirit isn’t separate from creation. It’s in the work, the commitment, the actual doing. The ability to navigate both the seen and unseen is where real magic happens.

Here’s what you’ll get starting April 8th:

꩜ 6 × Virtual Classes
꩜ 6 x Virtual Study Halls
꩜ Workbook
꩜ Video Modules
꩜ Guided Meditations

If you’re interested drop a 🎨 in the comments below… or honestly just click the link in my bio cuz it will be there too. Enrollment is open✌🏽

03/02/2025

When my daughter was born, I was overwhelmed by a love so big it rewired something in me. But that love came with a quiet, urgent promise:

I never want her to feel like she has to abandon herself to fit in. I want her to know, deep in her bones, that she can be exactly who she is, follow whatever is calling her, and never shrink herself for anyone.

And then, not long after, I found myself wrestling with self-doubt while creating my first online course. The fear was loud. The resistance was thick. I remember sitting with spiraling, wondering if anyone would care. Wondering if I should just quit before I embarrassed myself.

And Giselle, in her way, cut right through the noise: “She’s not going to listen to what we say. She’s going to watch what we do.”

That hit me.

Because before she was born, it was easier to let fear win. It felt like I was the only one I was hurting. But now? Now there were little angel eyes on me, absorbing everything. And self-abandonment suddenly had an extra cost.

Do I want her to grow up watching me play it safe? Let fear steer the ship? Or do I want her to see what it looks like to expand, to face uncertainty head-on, to trust yourself enough to follow what calls you?

That was the moment I realized: If I want my daughter to live her truth, I have to show her what that looks like first.

03/01/2025

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02/04/2025

I remember when the movie The Secret came out in 2006, and I watched it with my family. The messages in that film spoke directly to the part of me that was stuck, lost, and searching for hope. I was developing a chronic illness that I couldn’t escape from, and the idea of simply shifting my mindset and visualizing what I wanted, the idea that THIS could be the solution to my problems, felt like a godsend. It also clicked something into place for me, something I had always known deep down: that we are magnets for experiences and co-creators with the universe.

Now, I would have never healed without manifestation. However, I ultimately had to do some scary sh*t I didn’t feel ready for. The seeds that were planted in many of our minds through all the attention we placed on the law of attraction grew and blocked out the light of truth, which says: “You still have to do things you’re scared of. It’s going to be messy and hard, and you’re gonna have to show up anyway.”

We’ve been inundated with more and more spiritual memes that add to this imbalance by saying you shouldn’t have to “work hard”, that challenges are really a byproduct of capitalism, and that in order to be anti-capitalist, we need to be relaxed while we pursue our dreams, and make sure our nervous systems are never activated.

The integrated path many of us are stepping into in this new wave of spirituality is all about holding the nuance. Yes, you should work fcking hard to achieve your dream life. It won’t just be handed to you. It’s very unlikely that you’ll get discovered at a gas station like Jennifer Aniston, unless you’re already showing up, following your dreams, and slaying those self-generated dragons.

02/02/2025

The same practices that helped you to grow, can also be used to hold you back. Be conscious of your blindspots. 👀

01/08/2025

Is social media a good place to post s**t like this?

01/01/2025

I guess you could say 2024 was a bucket list year for me. I checked off some major experiences, like living nomadically in a vintage camper and organizing a rite of passage expedition to Peru.

We sold most of our belongings and moved into a tiny vintage camper, living out our dream of being vagabonds. For months, we were surrounded by mountains, rivers, and oceans—our clothes carrying the scent of campfire until the salty ocean washed it away. It was simple, wild, and deeply grounding.

The expedition to Peru was another milestone, a powerful journey that offered me closure on a path I’d been walking for half my life. In those mountains, I let go of the burdens of the “shaman” label and made space for what’s next.
None of these experiences made me feel like I’d “figured it out.” If anything, they felt like necessary practices to close timelines that had been bleeding my energy for far too long.

This year was full of growth—and growth isn’t without its pain. I faced some incredibly challenging lessons and had to let part of myself die. Grieving that old life is opening new opportunities that scare the hell out of me—but maybe that’s the point.

Now, as 2025 begins, my little family and I find ourselves not on the sunny beaches of California or surrounded by our friends in Austin, but in the frozen tundra of Western New York. Somewhere I haven’t lived in over 13 years. It all feels surreal, and perfect, and terrifying—the perfect backdrop to start all over again, as authentically as possible.

Thank you for following along with my journey. Here’s to whatever comes next.

With love, Rami

12/29/2024

I dream of a world where meeting an influencer in person feels exactly like meeting their online self - no elaborate masks, no over-curated illusions, just a congruent human being. It’s a bummer how often someone’s digital presence and real-life personality barely resemble each other. I’m sure I’ve been guilty of this in one way or another myself.

At the same time, I acknowledge that “branding” can be liberating. It can be the push you need to share the parts of yourself you once hid - your art, your humor, your weird perspective on things. A thoughtful brand can celebrate the most vibrant bits of who you are, bringing your ideas into a spotlight you might otherwise avoid.

But too often, social media feels like a never-ending advice market, where everyone has a polished reality to sell. A parasite feeding off our life-force energy. When high-follower influencers preach their brand “secrets,” we might be witnessing a more sophisticated form of self-abandonment: meticulously hiding flaws and doubts to fit a profitable persona. And from my experience, some of the biggest influencers I know in real life barely resemble the version they display online.

It makes me wonder: Is the brand serving you, or are you serving the brand? If authenticity is your goal, then forcing a polished identity can quickly turn into a cage. Ultimately, the most meaningful presence we can cultivate - online or off - is one that grows naturally from our truth. Let your voice and vision speak first; the brand, if it’s meant to, will shape itself around what’s real.

12/12/2024

I don’t know if this is TMI, but there was a point in my teenage years when I used to intentionally lucid dream to hang out with my idols. I’d build dream friendships with them, thinking maybe I could absorb their brilliance through osmosis. Back then, I projected near-superhuman qualities onto them, placing them so high on a pedestal that, inevitably, that trophy would topple over.

Now, here’s the part where I’m supposed to say, “Never meet your idols,” but I disagree. Meet them if you can. The sooner they fall from perfection in your eyes, the better. For whatever reason, I’ve been lucky (or cursed) enough to meet many of mine, and it’s almost always led to some level of disenchantment. Turns out, they’re human—many with a lot of baggage. Who knew?

These days, I still admire those I perceive as masters in their craft—the people showing up authentically, living their soul mission. But I’ve learned not to project unrealistic traits onto them anymore.

In fact, I get excited when I catch myself becoming enchanted by a new artist. I think, Ah, a new part of Rami must want to be seen!

Your idols are signposts, pointing you toward your authentic self. The traits you admire so passionately in them already exist within you—they’re just waiting to be claimed.

The key is to look past the signpost and focus on where it’s leading you. By breaking down what you’re drawn to in your idols—not the flawed individual, but the qualities they embody—you can learn more about your truth, your calling, and your authentic self.

Why do I admire them so much? What is it, exactly? How are they embodying a trait I’ve been suppressing? What have they developed that I haven’t? Am I just trying to use them as a shortcut to my own growth?

Here’s the truth: what you admire in others is a reflection of your own light. That’s why I keep a watchful eye on my admiration (and even my hate). Both are powerful signposts, helping me navigate my destiny.

So, go ahead and admire the hell out of someone. Just don’t stop there. Look inward. The longing you feel isn’t for them—it’s for the part of yourself they’re waking up. Follow that spark. Nurture it. You’re here to embody your own version. ✨

12/09/2024

Say it with me 📣 “I may not be the best, but I’m a good enough vessel to channel this idea into the world.”

11/01/2024

By the end of my journey in Peru, I didn’t even feel the desire to drink Huachuma—the sacred Peruvian cactus revered for its healing wisdom and visionary properties.

Our only plant medicine ceremony of the trip was slated for our final day on the trek, but as it approached I couldn’t imagine feeling more fulfilled than I already did. We had spent eight days meditating in ceremonies that were more profound than words. We received rites of passage that were ancient in origin—rites passed down directly from an ancestral lineage and performed at pre-Incan sites. It was everything I could have asked for and more.

Yet, as Huachuma morning arrived, I surrendered to Spirit’s plan. Surrendered, too, to whatever dose Don Eduardo—our Q’ero P’aqo—had in mind for me. When I facilitate Huachuma ceremonies myself, I take only a “working dose,” just enough to be informed by the medicine. But in Peru, with a team of Q’ero healers surrounding me, I was free to fully embrace the experience. So when Eduardo handed me that tall plastic cup of thick, green tea, I took it with gratitude, knowing that Huachuma, as always, had something important to teach me.

As the cactus took hold, I felt compelled to stand, moving barefoot across the rugged mountain path, mindfully stepping to avoid hidden cacti. Soon, a feeling of clarity washed over me, a sense of being more “me” than I had felt in quite some time. I felt blissfully at home in my body, utterly confident in my truth, and maybe a bit superhuman. Apu Pachatusan, the mountain we were on, has been considered sacred since ancient times. At nearly 15,000 feet, its name translates to “that which supports the world”—the perfect place to experience such a ceremony.

After some time, I lay down on my mat, turned inward, and began breathing deeply. Playful fractals bloomed from my mind’s eye, and at the heart of these fractals stood Don Eduardo and his wife, Doña Luísa…

This is an excerpt from my most recent newsletter, to read the climax that changed my life drop a 🌵 in the comments.

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09/06/2024

Home again home again jiggety jig. 🌞

06/12/2024

If you’re feeling that nudge to deepen your spiritual game and stay connected to the magic of life, join us in Peru this September 6th-14th. 🏔️✨

Over the years, I’ve been lucky enough to forge meaningful friendships with the Q’ero, and I’m buzzing with excitement to be taking a small group with me to the Andes in just a couple of months.

During the trip we’ll be receiving rites of initiation directly from the Q’ero at ancient ceremonial sites, stepping into some truly transformative ceremonies, soaking in the wisdom of these Earthkeepers, and the natural world around us.

Drop “Apu” in the comments if you want to know more. Let’s make some magic together!

05/29/2024

If I could go back in time and share this information with the little, freshly awakened 18 year old Rami, would any of it have prevented him from getting stuck in one of these traps? I’d like to think so, but I doubt it.  There’s obviously something within us, and I guess I’ll call it the ego, which constantly seeks identification, And I am fascinated by its power and creativity.

Sometimes it’s painful to see the lack of consciousness in the “conscious community”. However, I think it’s incredible that we’re able to manufacture these new identities with each new level of “spiritual attainment”.

Now, the easy part is seeing where others are stuck and point the finger, but do we dare to excavate those places in ourselves? Do we dare to own our judgements?  We all tend to take this earthly journey way too seriously, and it would be easy to make my new crusade to expose all of the silliness in new age spirituality. However, that quickly becomes its own ego trap.

For me, humor has always been the most powerful medicine. It seeps into the cracks where intellect and knowledge can’t pe*****te.

If I can notice where I’m caught, and belly laugh at myself for getting stuck once again, it sets me free and lets me continue on my journey.

Luminous Path