INNER LIFE IMMERSIVE
Embark on a transformative journey of inner awakening in this personalized one-on-one meditation coaching program.
Navigating a vivid journey of inner awakening, unshackled by religious dogma
The call to explore the inner life may come as a gentle whisper or blaring siren. Both are sincere invitations to turn our attention to a transformative process as old as a life itself.
If you’re on this page, you’re probably a seeker driven by a strong desire for more. This is not unusual; many are drawn to life's deeper layers. While some ignore the inner call, that’s not an option for you. This urge has been part of your life, but now is different. Now it is time for action.
You crave more than a conceptual sense of purpose; you yearn for vivid experiences that transcend the ordinary. You long to understand life more fully and you feel, deep down, that is attainable.
You might have tested various practices, yet none resonated enough to keep you engaged. Your feelings about religion or spirituality may be complicated or nuanced, but you know that human consciousness has a wider spectrum of experiences within reach. You also know that the challenge lies in consistently and sustainably accessing these profound states.
What you seek is a practical method for navigating your inner journey, unshackled by religious dogma, institutional judgments, or historical burdens. You're looking for spiritual liberation, but want enough guidance to bring about transformative experiences.
You desire perspectives, rituals, and practices that support your journey of inner awakening. In the words of Thomas Moore, you’re looking for “a religion of your own.”
Developing a high quality meditation practice, tailored to your unique needs, lifestyle, disposition, and skill level
There are many approaches to exploring the inner life. Meditation is one such method that has stood the test of time, has had its benefits repeatedly validated through science, and enriches countless lives daily. And yet, developing and maintaining a high-quality practice that works for you can often feel elusive.
You've probably explored meditation. It even resonates with you, but consistent practice proves challenging. You've tried meditation apps and participated in classes or retreats with instructors you liked. However, when you find time to sit and meditate, you're uncertain about what exactly to do.
Should you just observe your breath?
Recite a mantra?
How should you handle wandering thoughts or intrusive ones?
Should you feel discomfort or profound peace?
What's the end goal?
Perhaps you've been practicing for a while. You're comfortable observing your breath, bodily sensations, and some mental activities. But then, the question arises: Is this all there is? Is being content with “what is” the whole point of meditation? You suspect there's more but aren't sure what the next steps should be.
Maybe you’ve had some teachers, but the instruction has either felt too “new-agey”, or so analytical that it lacked the warmth of joy and peace you seek.
What you desire is meditation instruction tailored to your unique needs, lifestyle, disposition, and skill level. You want clear instructions on how to meditate, how to address the natural challenges, and how to progress. You desire feedback that makes sense to you and that you trust. You want to be encouraged in your practice, get support in identifying barriers, and receive helpful suggestions for how to deal with or overcome these obstacles. You want a meditation coach.
Hi, I’m Jacob
YOUR GUIDE ON THIS TRANSFORMATIVE INNER JOURNEY
I started my own inner journey 30 years ago. Along the way I explored the inner life from a range of perspectives: personal, traditional, academic, and professional.
Prior to studying comparative mysticism academically at NYU, my journey led me to discovering a traditional lineage of Sufism under the guidance of Pir Zia Inayat Khan. Within my 28 years in this lineage I trained in the path of inner development and graduated from a 4-year meditation program. I went on to become a mentor, trainer, retreat guide, and co-Vice President for the lineage's inner school.
Outside of Sufism, I practice the inner martial arts of Xingyi and Bagua Zhang under the guidance of Shifu Jackie Yao Wu Hu and the Tibetan Buddhist teachings of Mahamudra and Dzogchen under Dustin DiPerna's guidance in Dan Brown's lineage.
I’ve learned that life is universal discovery and the path is made easier for those who seek out the guidance of a trained mentor. Even after decades, I still have teachers and coaches that I work with regularly. At this point in my journey, I also want to pass on what I have learned and support others in their exploration and awakening of the inner life.
I know that this kind of inner work and discovery can feel intimidating. And I know that no two people's journeys are identical. Let’s map out your unique path together, step by step. And have you arrive at a place of satisfying understanding, inner joy, and profound peace.
“Jacob altered the trajectory of my journey through his wisdom pertaining to healing via the transformative path of meditation. Jacob has a unique ability to instruct and guide with unwavering loving kindness and compassion for his students. Jacob's centering and grounding practices have fostered presence, and therefore joy, while navigating these arduous times. “
- L. Godfrey, Producer
Introducing
Inner Life Immersive
A personalized one-on-one inner-life coaching program for seekers on a journey of awakening.
The program is tailored to your unique challenges, motivations, questions and goals.
For some that will mean developing a personalized inner path.
For others it will mean developing or refining a meditation practice customized to your needs.
Here are some of the areas we might explore in your journey towards inner awakening and meditation mastery.
Elements of the Journey…
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Your Path
Honor the terrain of your being (past, present, future), and cultivate a clear understanding of your inner motivations, preferences, and opportunities.
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Your Practice
Based on a developing sense of your path, we design and test a practice set that fits your individual needs, personality, lifestyle, temperament, and level of expertise.
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Your Challenges
Identify internal and external challenges that could interfere with your practice and learn how to address them effectively.
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Your Supports
Surface the factors that aid your spiritual journey, from core desires and daily rhythms to helpful environments and attitudes for practice.
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Your Refinement
Adjust your practice based on feedback, iterations, and fine-tuning to create a more rewarding and fitting experience.
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Your Fluency
Embrace the benefits of a regular and well-established practice, learn to let go and bask in the fruits of your inner journey.
Your journey within awaits.
Here’s what’s included:
12 one-on-one sessions with recordings you can refer back to later.
WhatsApp Text and VoiceMail support, so you can get unstuck quickly.
Support identifying and working with common obstacles to regular practice.
A personalized daily meditation routine so you have clarity about what exactly to do when you sit down to practice.
Feedback tailored to your exact practice, challenges, and temperament, so you don’t waste time in uncertainty or in creating unhelpful habits.
Personalized meditation recordings, so that you have the support of a guided meditation that is crafted just for you.
Guidance on creating a sacred space, so you have a place you want to practice in.
Habit formation framework and support so you can establish regular practice and correct for slipping out of rhythm.
Guidance on journaling as a practice so that you have a record of your development and another tool for processing and integrating your inner experiences.
Suggested readings to further and deepen your understanding of the inner life.
Google Doc of practices, readings, instructions so all your personalized work is in one, easy to access place.
The Exchange
My offer to you is this: I will serve your desire for a fulfilling inner life with a fierce dedication to helping you gain the tools and confidence needed to pursue your goals.
What you can expect: A concentrated deep dive into your inner life, with an unwavering focus on your transformation.
Pay in Full — $2500
For those who know they want one-on-one support and have the resources available now.
Payment Plan — $500 x 5 monthly payments
For those who know they want one-on-one support, but need to spread the payments out.
Ready to Dive In?
Fill out the application form.
I will review your application and message you within 48 hours with the next steps.
Do you have any questions, or would you like to book a chat with me first to talk it through?
Check the box on the application form to book a call or have a chat via text.
“In addition to being an excellent guide through a wide variety of traditions, Jacob's ability to blend pragmatism and spiritualism is unique in my experience.
Jacob's teaching allows for wildly different people to find real personal connection by showing the overlapping connections these practices have to different religious and secular traditions.
I've recommended Jacob's sessions to friends with deep and longstanding meditation practices, as well as total beginners, because the context and spiritual history that he brings to his teaching is unique and it's fascinating regardless of where you are on the journey.
Regardless of where you are on your spiritual journey Jacob's teaching will give you tools and teaching that will be deeply valuable.
Jacob's teaching has a fascinating blend of modern, non-judgmental/non-dogmatic pragmatic skill building with true spiritual integrity and deep historical understanding.
- Harley Cross, Co-Founder, LandCore