The Power of AWE

30/07/2025

🌟 Exciting news! The Power of AWE and our latest published research study were featured this week in The Washington Post Well‑Being section! In an article published on July 22, 2025, the Post highlighted how the AWE Method is one proven way of having short, daily “joy snacks” with measurable impacts on emotional well‑being, stress reduction, and overall health.

24/05/2025

✨ Big news! Our awe research is now published in a Nature peer-reviewed journal! 🎉

This is the first clinical study showing that just one minute of awe a day can improve mental health for people with long COVID. 💛

Participants in our 4-week A.W.E. Method reported:
✔️ Less stress
✔️ Fewer depressive symptoms
✔️ Greater well-being
Awe isn’t just a feeling—it’s a healing tool.
Read more at https://bit.ly/4kzUlxs💫

07/04/2025

✨ Seeking more rest, renewal, and awe in your life?

Join us for the Power of Awe Retreat in beautiful Mexico, Jan 10–17, 2026! 🌴🧘‍♀️🌊

Led by Michael & Aylana this weeklong journey at the world-class Xinalani Eco-Resort blends mindfulness, yoga, nature, and soul-deep restoration. Think rainforest vibes, ocean breezes, nourishing food, and space to truly unplug.

💫 Early bird special for our community!

Let’s reset together and experience the Awe of Mexico 🇲🇽💛

03/04/2025

This week, I (Michael, co-author of The Power of Awe) felt a quiet, powerful moment of awe at my parents' home. Standing before a wall of old family photos, I saw generations connected—names passed down, love enduring, ancestors living on in spirit and laughter. Awe isn’t always about grandeur; sometimes, it’s found in the deep thread of family.

05/02/2025

🌟 Everything is Awesome! 🌟

Celebrating inspiring projects & programs that promote mindfulness, foster connections, and uplift students! Huge thanks to Carol Gutierrez for bringing Awe into the classroom, and gratitude to for the support! 💫✨

06/01/2025

✨ Make 2025 Your Year of Transformation ✨
Are you ready to trade anxiety, depression, and loneliness for wonder, playfulness, and connection? 🌟

Starting January 13th, join our exclusive 4-week LIVE online course and discover how to bring joy and meaning into your life with our scientifically proven A.W.E. Method.

This is your chance to kickstart the year with tools designed to shift your mindset and enhance your well-being—all from the comfort of your home.

💡 Learn more and secure your spot today: https://thepowerofawe.com/onlinecourse/

Let’s make 2025 a year of awe-inspiring possibilities! 🌈

03/01/2025

Step into the New Year with a renewed perspective— uncover the magic woven within life's ordinary moments. The emotion of awe sometimes arrives in grand spectacles, but it also dwells in the simplicity of everyday experiences.

11/12/2024

We are thrilled to announce our recent interview on The Human Chronicles Podcast: Life Stories Unscripted! 🎙️✨
Dive into the conversation and listen here: https://spoti.fi/3ZztKaG 🎧🌟

04/10/2024

We received a generous SCHOLARSHIP donation from an awe-inspired donor towards tuition for the Power of Awe retreat. November 9-16, 2024 at Xinalani Eco-Resort in Mexico.
If you are interested in coming... we have a shared palapa that is usually $1850 for only $999. You can also apply the scholarship money towards a private room. This is an incredible opportunity to attend an all-inclusive yoga/mindfulness/surf retreat at Xinalnai. Don’t miss this AWEsome retreat opportunity! It is almost sold out, and there is only one private room (king bed or two twins) or several single twin beds in a shared spacious palapa for women.

14/08/2024

There is a profound sense of awe that arises from the connections we build with others.

Are you seeking more friendship and awe in your life? If so, we'd love to invite you to join the Power of Awe community for a week of connection and awe-inspiring renewal, November 9-16, 2024. Aylana and Michael are co-leading the mindfulness and yoga Power of Awe retreat at one of Mexico's world-class retreat centers, Xinalani Eco-Resort. For more info visit www.thepowerofawe.com

09/08/2024

Sometimes the most productive thing you can do is relax! Are you seeking more rest and renewal in your life? If so, we’d love to invite you to join The Power of Awe community for a week of relaxation and awe-inspiring renewal. November 9 - 16 2024 at one of Mexico’s world-class retreat centers.
Www.ThePowerOfAwe.com/Retreat
Almost sold out!
Only one private room and several shared all women dorm/palapa beds remaining.

THE POWER OF AWE MINDFULNESS & YOGA RETREAT Xinalani Eco-Resort, MexicoNovember 9-16, 2024 REGISTER Awakening Our Sacred Relationship With Nature and Ourselves Join Awe experts Dr. Michael Amster and Aylana Zanville for a week of relaxation, rejuvenation, adventure, and Awe at one of Mexico’s worl...

26/06/2024

Join Dr. Dawn and Dr. Amster Live on the K-Squid Radio Show.

6:00 pm This Thursday, June 27th PDT.

Tune in to: https://ksqd.org/

- Click on the KSQD LIVESTREAM button on the top left of the page!