Hi!
I'm Ryan!
I'm a Coach, Writer, Speaker, and Creator of Sanctuary. I exist to help people feel loved and accepted as they are.
I’m the guy people turn to when they feel lost, overwhelmed, anxious and fed up—when they yearn to feel alive, happy, inspired, safe, and can’t quite seem to find their way.
I’m here to give you the tools to help you love and nurture all the parts of yourself—from your joy to your wounds to everything that makes you human.
I've had powerful, heart-opening experiences with Coaches at major transitions in my life and the impact is unmatched. Whether you’re gripped by stress, anxiety, emotional challenges, or past experiences that have gone unaddressed…I see you. I’ve been there.
For many years, I tucked away my true self out of fear of not being accepted. I learned that in order to survive, I had to hide my emotions and needs in order to prioritize the needs of others. I was chasing success hoping that I would finally feel like I am enough. Yet I found myself stressed, anxious, and depleted. I dove deep into personal development but continued to feel as though I was falling short. Much of the guidance and advice emphasized fixing or changing myself to be a better person. Even my spiritual life had become a chase to fix myself.
It wasn’t until I began to surround myself with teachers and a community of support who prioritized understanding and working with my trauma that I realized my deepest healing would come from learning to love and accept myself as I am right now.
Since then, I’ve dedicated my life's work to creating safe spaces for people both personally and professionally. Through decades of personal discovery and supporting others I have designed methods and tools for transformation and healing. My passion is helping others explore spirituality, health, and creativity in order to develop a deeper connection with themselves, others, and the world around them.
"When we open to our emotional challenges there's so much to learn about our needs and desires. They can become the fuel for a beautiful future."
Here are a few resources to get you started.
Taking Care of Yourself Starts Here
In these illuminating 15 minute video seminars, Ryan will walk you through common blocks that are holding you back from reaching your potential. You’ll learn simple, but impactful, exercises to help you take care of yourself. You'll learn how to be less reactive and more present in the midst of feeling stress and managing daily challenges.
The Sanctuary Challenge
Now more than ever, it's essential to slow down, take time for yourself, and pay attention to what you need at any given moment. The Sanctuary Challenge is a free 60 day self-care practice made up of one to five daily commitments to help you nurture yourself in a fast-paced, ever-changing world.
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