Join us for The Elixir Festival, a groundbreaking online, event celebrating the launch of Dr. Miles Neale’s transformative book, Return with Elixir. Over the course of a month, we’ll bring together some of the world’s most celebrated luminaries in mythology, astrology, mysticism, and alchemy for dialogues and practices that will change the way you see yourself and the world.
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Dialogues with the World's Leading Luminaries
We bring together some of the most renowned visionaries, scholars, and spiritual leaders from around the world. These luminaries are pioneers in psychology, mythology, Buddhism, and esoteric traditions, offering profound insights and practical tools for transformation.
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Rebirth & Rebuilding
with Geshe Tenzin Zopa
Geshe Tenzin Zopa is a Vajrayana master of the Tibetan Buddhist tradtion. He is a traveling teachers for the Preservation of the Mahayana Tradition (FPMT). Zopa is featured in the 2008 documentary film Unmistaken Child, which follows his search for the reincarnation of his beloved master, Geshe Lama Konchog. Zopa has also written a book about this search, titled Precious Holy Child of Kopan.
In this session, Pre-recorded at Rachen World Peace Stupa in Nepal, Geshe Tenzin Zopa and Miles Neale sets the stage with blessings and practical applications of the wisdom from the Tibetan Book of the Dead with bonus coverage of the building progress of the World Peace Stupa.
Alchemy of the Soul: Book Launch
with Tjok Gde Kertyasa
📅 Saturday, May 3, 5-9 pm Bali at Ibah Resort.
Tjok Gde Kerthyasa is a homeopath, health scientist, alchemical explorer, and the creator of the Pranafas therapeutic healing method. He holds a Bachelor of Health Science (Homeopathy) from the University of New England, and an Advanced Diploma of Homeopathy from the Australasian College of Natural Therapies, Sydney.
In this book launch, Tjok Gde leads us in a Balinese ceremony to guide us through the civilizational transition of 2025. Then Tjok joins Dr. Miles as he launches his book with an opening talk about the Alchemy of the Soul. Book signing and a traditional Balinese dinner, follows. Ceremony and book talk will be live-streamed.
Mythology & Meaning
with Phil Cousineau
📅 Tuesday, May 6, 4 PM PST | 7 PM EST | May 7, 8 AM Bali
Phil Cousineau is a writer, teacher, independent scholar, documentary filmmaker, travel leader, storyteller and author of over 40 books including the national best-seller The Art of Pilgrimage, The Book of Roads, and Stoking the Creative Fires, winner of the Book of the Year Award from “Spirituality & Health Magazine.”
In this session, Dr. Miles Neale joins celebrated mythologist Phil Cousineau to discuss rewriting our collective story in these pivotal times.
Astrology & Archetypes
with Lynn Bell and Miles Neale, PsyD
📅 Monday, May 12, 8 AM EST | 2 PM Paris | 9 PM Bali
Lynn Bell is a Paris-based astrologer whose work spans multiple cultures as a speaker, teacher, author and consultant in astrology. She lectures and teaches seminars around the world. As a master consulting astrologer with a multi-layered approach, Lynn's work combines psychological and spiritual perspectives. Her books include Cycles of Light and Planetary Threads.
In this session, Lynn Bell and Dr. Miles explore the archetypes of the Aquarian Age as we uncover how the energies of the cosmos above shape our psyches below during this pivotal epoch shift.
Sacraments & Subtle Body Science
with Robert Thurman, PhD
📅 Tuesday, May 13, 4 PM PST | 7 PM EST | May 14, 8 AM Bali
Robert Thurman is an American Buddhist author and academic who has written several books on Tibetan Buddhism. He was the Je Tsongkhapa Professor of Indo-Tibetan Buddhist Studies at Columbia University before retiring in June 2019. Named one of TIME magazine’s 25 most influential Americans, his books include The Tibetan Book of the Dead and The Jewel Tree of Tibet.
Dive into the connection between psychedelic elixirs of immortality from ancient Greek and Indic mystery schools compared with the subtle-body science and inner tech of Tibetan tantras with the legendary Robert Thurman.
Shadow & Soul
with Andrew Harvey
📅 Tuesday, May 20, 4 PM PST | 7 PM EST | May 21, 8 AM Bali
Andrew Harvey is a world-renowned author, religious scholar, and teacher of diverse mystical traditions, known primarily for his concept of sacred activism. His books include A Journey in Ladakh and The Hope.
In this session, journey into the depths of the shadow to rediscover the soul with mystic Andrew Harvey and Dr. Miles, as we explore the alchemical process of solve et coagula (dissolve and reconstitute).
Pilgrimage & Psychedelics
with Ian Baker
📅 Tuesday, May 27, 4 PM PST | 7 PM EST | May 28, 8 AM Bali
Ian A. Baker is an explorer, cultural historian, and the author of seven books on Tibetan Buddhism and Himalayan art and culture, including The Dalai Lama's Secret Temple and Tibetan Yoga.
In this session, Ian Baker and Miles Neale discuss the transformative potential of pilgrimage and psychedelics and their role in spiritual awakening.
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Explore Life’s Greatest Questions...
- How can we skillfully navigate personal crises and civilizational collapse?
- What archetypes define the emerging Aquarian Age, and how can we align with them?
- How do we reclaim our soul and rewrite a new, heroic story for our lives?
- What maps, methods, and wisdom can guide us on our pilgrimage through the turning of the ages?
Through prayer, meditation, dialogue, and discussion, this festival offers a sacred space to prepare for the ultimate journey of death, bardo, and rebirth, while envisioning a future grounded in meaning and purpose.
Why Attend The Elixir Festival?
This is not just a book launch—it’s a crucible for transformation and a call to action. Through the wisdom shared by these world-renowned guides, along with the maps, insights, and tools contained in Return with Elixir, we’ll navigate life’s labyrinth, transforming trials into treasures and preparing ourselves for personal and collective rebirth at the civilizational crossroads before us.
What You’ll Gain from The Elixir Festival?
- Profound insights into ancient wisdom traditions and their modern relevance.
- Practical tools for navigating crises and rewriting your life story.
- A deeper understanding of the archetypes, energies, and opportunities of this pivotal moment in history.
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Entry to this month-long festival with luminaries is FREE with the purchase of Return with Elixir. If you want to take the art of reciprocity even further, please share the event and book with your network. Together we will make our way through the dark night into the light of a new day.
