I create work rooted in wonder, nature, and care — through food, ceramic vessels, story, and shared experiences. My practice is about disrupting the transactional nature of modern life and offering moments of connection, beauty, and belonging in their place.

Sometimes, this work takes the form of free, invitation-only gatherings that begin with a hidden clue — an invitation tucked into a library book, left on a supermarket shelf, or concealed along a mountain trail. I collaborate with fate, offering strangers a chance to stumble into wonder. When people connected only by the story of discovery come together, something rare and unrepeatable unfolds.’

‘Delight, offered freely and with intention, becomes a direct challenge to capitalism, isolation, and inherited systems of exclusion. I see wonder as an ancient force — one that has always belonged to the people.

Each experience I create is guided by a specific emotional intention: the joy of childlike wonder, a sanctuary of safety and belonging, or a quiet space to honor grief. That intention shapes everything — how I invite people in, the food I serve, the colors I choose, and the vessels I make to hold the moment.’

Her functional ceramic works are not just objects, but carriers of symbolism and meaning.

‘I believe in kind mischief.In reverence without hierarchy.In magic as a tool of resistance.’

Listen to the wonderful words of Miss Wondersmith!

Support her work - creating well designed themed wonder gatherings for free - and the writing of her book of wondersmithing, on Patreon.

Whether through oracle work, meditation, teaching, writing, or business consulting, the invitation is always the same:

Discover what is already within you.

More about Gabriel’s work here.

Try expanding your perception for yourself by drawing a card from the Harmonic Oracle deck. I’ve found working with this deck to be very inspiring and insightful. In no way does it predict the future or make any claims. It simply prompts deeper inquiry to what is already within, and sometimes helps dis-cover it using wisdom from all kinds of sources we discuss in this episode.

If you need help reading it in relation to your question, feel free to ask either of us for help.

To support my work - creating awesome experiential learning programs for personal & professional development - consider becoming a patron!

‘I use The Transformation Code, a formula distilled from my own experiences and 7 years of research with neuroscientists, psychologists, narrative designer, systems thinkers, and more.’It looks deceptively simple, but it works:

* Shape a Story that expands what feels possible

* Make it Resonate with your customers. Organisation. Market

* Create the conditions for change to Flow

𝚫 = S × R × F

You might not believe me, but when it comes to public appearance, I get a little shy. I prefer being the one taking the photos, asking the questions, and making sure the whole learning experience works smoothly without too much 'stage presence'.

Since several people have been asking about me, I'd like to take you backstage, a 'behind-the-scenes'-interview with the founder of Awe Academy and host of The AWE cast.

Amy recommends listening to Clair de Lune by Debussy for some awe for the ears and the loving heart.

She has a background in dance, founder, CEO and facilitator of Sociocratic Dialogue and is a dear friend with a desire to make the arts more accessible and the world a more artistic place for learning and thriving!

Listen to her wonderful voice in one of my favourite songs Wings

Find out more about Athalie or find her on socials under @jazziamband

She uses her knowledge of humans and love for experience design to explore who we are as human beings, what drives us, and what can help us forward. She loves staring at the stars, eating sour candy and bringing light into complex issues. Ask her about her favourite sci-fi novel and you’ll be able to chat with her for hours.

In the AWE cast, I interview people that inspire me and that love experiencing awe. You don’t need to be famous, popular, ‘successful’ or anything like that. I invite people to be themselves, to show up as they are and share their stories of awe & wonder with the world. These stories help build a world we can all thrive in!

If you’d like to share your story, let’s chat!

Listen how his experience with being in awe shaped him!

Icelandic track Magiek mentioned was Ásgeir, track Hærra:

https://www.asgeirmusic.com/discography#dyrdidaudapogn-section

The African artist Magiek mentioned is Bongeziwe Mabandla

My instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maciek.nitka?igsh=czB4ZmxhZGg3YnI0

And if someone wants to read about Iboga, use this link to start:

https://www.roothealing.com/

Since March 2020, Feÿ has become the scene for human adventure. Feÿtopia is an international community of artists, entrepreneurs, activists, academics and engineers. Feÿtopia is experimenting with new, more sustainable and resilient ways of living and working in order to rethink the world of tomorrow. If you’re curious, you can visit Feÿtopia creative commune too.

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He is a San Francisco–raised Puerto Rican artist, cultural strategist, filmmaker, and producer who believes story is a tool—and a weapon—to build bridges and break barriers.After dropping out of high school, he found his way back through theater, film, and spoken word. Today he serves as President & CEO of The Peace Studio, leading a transformation of our strategy, programs, and partnerships. They support artists, journalists, and cultural catalysts to tell stories that reduce harm, shift culture, and grow peace—locally and globally.

Listen with awe to his story!

https://www.linkedin.com/in/thebrandonsantiago/

https://www.outcaststudios.net/the-crew

He is a San Francisco–raised Puerto Rican artist, cultural strategist, filmmaker, and producer who believes story is a tool—and a weapon—to build bridges and break barriers.After dropping out of high school, he found his way back through theater, film, and spoken word. Today he serves as President & CEO of The Peace Studio, leading a transformation of our strategy, programs, and partnerships. They support artists, journalists, and cultural catalysts to tell stories that reduce harm, shift culture, and grow peace—locally and globally.

Listen with awe to his story!

https://www.linkedin.com/in/thebrandonsantiago/

https://www.outcaststudios.net/the-crew

Let us know how her story inspired you!

Enjoy!

In this episode, I am talking to Tobias Burkhardt about how AWE affects his life. He recently celebrated the 10 year anniversary of Shiftschool that he founded.

We met last year and it felt like we had known each other for years!

We collaborated on a learning retreat titled SHINE held in Bavaria last Summer.