As 1heart approaches bringing one thousand heart-centered leaders through our 8-week program, which includes an epic 1-week Journey at our eco-wonderland home in Costa Rica, we wanted to take a moment to reflect on some of the high-profile leaders who have joined us.
Our impact on leaders and the ripple effect they create in the world has always been our mission.
One of the amazing benefits of joining a 1heart Journey is the impressive humans who choose to join us. While most are not people you would have heard of, each Journey brings together heart-centered souls who are interested and/or committed to bringing positive change to the world. While all showcase a desire to lead their companies, families, communities, and/or the world positively, this shows up in many diverse ways. From billionaires to medical professionals to startup founders to content creators to NGO founders to many other professional titles, each brings a different perspective and mission.
Our program at 1heart is focused on helping leaders elevate their lives so that what they create in the world elevates those around them. Some are early in their careers, while others have climbed high in their respective profession and are now seeking more profound meaning and purpose in their lives and work. They are ready to climb their second mountain.
The added impact of doing deep transformational work in this community is impossible to put into words. We speak to it as Community as Medicine at 1heart. Most who join our Journeys remark that even without the deeply powerful Ayahuasca ceremonies, this program with 1heart would still be the most profound experience of their lives.
Highlighting These Seven Powerful Alumni
We wanted to highlight a few of the more well-known people making huge waves following their 1heart Journeys. Together, they have tens of millions of followers, impacting so many with their positive and powerful messages. They have already provided testimonials and spoken publicly about 1heart and its impact on their lives. Many other 1heart alumni are doing equally powerful things in the world. That said, we thought it would be fun to highlight some you may know whose impact is clear publicly.
1. Keith Ferazzi - #1 NY Times Best Selling Author, Keynote Speaker, and one of the top C-Suite Leadership Coaches in the World
Keith has joined us on a handful of 1heart Journeys, starting with our second-ever Journey six years ago and has been an advocate for 1heart since. The way he shows up for work today is based on the enormous transformation his Ayahuasca experience with 1heart had on his life. In addition to writing many new books and expanding his work, Keith called in the love of his life and brought him on a Journey with him as well.
For an in depth account of Keith’s experience, you can check out his episode with CEO Brandon Evans on our Awakened Leader Podcast. Keith shares his struggle with unworthiness from childhood trauma and societal pressures and how he overcame shame and discovered self-love. Experiencing a man with the massive accreditations that Keith has in this vulnerable way is so inspiring. Witnessing him on his Journey has given many the courage and freedom to explore this for themselves. Keith teaches us all how to be human while leading others. He also returned to 1heart in service as a host and facilitator on several Journeys.
Since his Journeys, Keith has brought this vulnerability with him as he consults with the leaders of some of the largest companies in the world. He has also captured so much wisdom in how to lead in this future with his new books. Keith is a shining example of why we do this work. As he takes his teachings forward to a more traditional business audience, huge ripple effects are created.
2. Danny Morel - Life Coach, Top Podcast Host, and Founder of Awaken Your Highest Self, Guide for millions throughout the world to awaken, heal, and transform their lives
Danny’s story is remarkable both before 1heart and beyond. Danny has joined multiple Journeys, starting with our third Journey over five years ago. Danny was a “successful” real-estate entrepreneur and coach when he joined us. He built systems and businesses that brought him great wealth. And he knew something was missing but wasn’t sure what that was yet.
Danny’s transformation is perhaps one of the most dramatic we’ve experienced, and what he has put out into the world since then is awe-inspiring. Danny always had a powerful presence and knew how to speak to crowds. After 1heart, however, he turned all this energy from supporting real-estate professionals to helping others in their personal growth journeys.
Danny also returned as an Elevation Leader, our role for alumni returning on a Journey as small group leaders at 1heart. Since his Journeys, Danny has created sold-out live seminars, a hugely popular podcast, and millions of followers for his well-curated content with the world. Danny exemplifies the power of change and transformation. He shows what can be created when we harness our superpowers for the betterment of others.
3. Dr. Taryn Marie Stejskal. Ph.D. - USA Today’s #1 international expert on resilience, #1 WSJ Bestselling Author, Marshall Goldsmith Top 100 Global Executive Coach, Top 1% Podcast Host
3. Dr. Taryn Marie Stejskal. Ph.D. - USA Today’s #1 international expert on resilience, #1 WSJ Bestselling Author, Marshall Goldsmith Top 100 Global Executive Coach, Top 1% Podcast Host
Dr. Taryn is an absolute powerhouse in her field. The leading expert on resilience, she walks the walk while talking (and writing) the talk. Since her first Journey with 1heart, her accomplishments have been piling up. While she had been an expert in her field prior, her personal work on her 1heart Journeys allowed her to connect even deeper with her audiences by connecting deeply with herself. What she has created since is that of legends.
Dr. Taryn returned to 1heart as an Elevation Leader to support others on their Journey. Her work and mission is all about serving others as they deal with the inevitable challenges of their lives.
Her work around resilience was recently captured in her #1 best selling book, The 5 Practices of Highly Resilient People. She is known as the top thought leader in the space and is one of the top 100 executive coaches in the world. She has a top podcast, Flourish or Fold: Stories of Resilience, and is the Founder and CEO of The Resilience Leadership Institute.
Her accomplishments are too many to list, and her website and Instagram provide an amazing testament to her work. Dr. Taryn is a beautiful example of why we do the work we do at 1heart. By supporting her on her path, she can better serve millions. Her heart, intellect, and commitment to her mission are clear if you listen to her keynote, speeches, or connect with her in person.
4. Palek Patel - Celebrity Chef and Author centered around food as a vehicle for love, joy and connection
Before joining 1heart, Palek had already amassed some big wins on the popular food TV Shows. She already had a heart of gold and a love for nourishing food. Palek joined us on multiple Journeys, including as an Elevation Leader,, and it was hard to miss how much her mission and humanity expanded with each Journey.
Since 1heart, she has authored her first book, Food is Love, a testament to how she leveraged her craft to create messages of love throughout the world. Palek has opened restaurants and can be seen on various TV shows and media outlets sharing her message of love.
5. Harry Jowsey - Reality TV Star, Podcast Host of Spotify’s Boyfriend Material and Mega Influencer
We may not have experienced a more fun guest than Harry, who came off his newfound fame from the first season of Netflix’s huge hit, Too Hot Handle. In addition to Harry’s bubbly personality and hilarious humor, it was remarkable to see someone on this meteoric rise to fame take the time to do the deep work. Harry took on the job with deep reverence and commitment and came away with some massive breakthroughs, which he shared on his podcasts.
While perhaps not the expected ambassador for this type of work, Harry has shown the courage to share his challenges and growth path openly. Few in the reality TV world get vulnerable and publicly explore the depth of their personal work. Still, Harry is helping a broad audience become more comfortable with their own emotional and mental challenges.
Since Journey, Harry has starred in Dancing with the Stars and other reality shows. He’s amassed a huge following via social media and cut a deal with Spotify on his new podcast, Boyfriend Material (he shares more about his 1heart Journey in this episode). Harry showcases the importance of deep work even as he exudes child-like playfulness and humor. He has undoubtedly given others the courage and inspiration to explore their mental health and personal growth.
6. Gerard Adams - Entrepreneur. Investor. Philanthropist. Super-Connector. Mentor. Leader Creating Leaders
Gerard joined us on our second Journey alongside Keith. He had already had an 8-figure exit from a media startup and knew he had a deeper purpose. Gerard, like Danny, arrived with an electric personality and the ability to inspire others. He also brought humility and a clear desire to his own work to elevate himself so he could best elevate others. Gerard shares the details of his Journey on our podcast here.
Through his journey, Gerard has vulnerably acquired the wisdom and skills to lead other leaders. He shares how he made and lost millions and the importance of a greater purpose beyond fancy, cars, and homes. Gerard has attracted many top leaders on his Youtube show and podcast and amassed a large following across social media. Gerard has become a powerful coach for other leaders looking to live with purpose and strong core values.
Gerard exemplifies what is possible with a strong desire to succeed when matched with the openness to explore what success truly looks like for you.
7. Adam Roa - Poet, Coach, Filmmaker, Keynote Speaker, and Podcast Host
When Adam joined us on his journey, we had already shared one of his poems with every prior journey, which moved us deeply. This poem, You Are What You’ve Been Looking For, is the most viral video poem of all time. His message resonates deeply with our work; it was an honor to have Adam join the 1heart Community.
Adam is a community builder himself. His Create Community helps people harness their creativity for whatever their heart wishes to create. Adam shares his life and path vulnerably on his social channels, YouTube channel, and Deep Dive Podcast, inspiring millions to share themselves. Adam takes his personal growth path seriously and does the work.
Adam’s work has enabled him to be a high-profile coach and leader for many. He embodies what is possible when we connect to and share our true selves with the world.
Witnessing Greatness in Gratitude
It is hard to describe my gratitude for having a front-row seat in seeing influential, heart-centered leaders commit to their growth. Witnessing nearly one thousand leaders arrive in Costa Rica, having interviewed them before the Journey, and then seeing them leave Costa Rica and all they are creating in the world has been my greatest honor.
As we approach our 25th Journey at the end of this year, our work is just beginning, and the ripples can already be felt. If hearing these stories calls you forth, we welcome you to apply at 1heart.com to join us on a future Journey. Know that we welcome leaders in all stages of their careers and lives, including many on our generous scholarship program.
On our site, you will see hundreds of testimonials about what is possible when leaders commit to their growth and deeper purpose. Together, we will elevate ourselves, those around us, and this world.
— BE
