I’m Joe Bones, a research scientist in biophysics and immunology. I’m also trained in counselling, and run Waking Alive.

After a life of spiritual seeking without even knowing it, one loss too many triggered my own awakening process, and it came down like lightning. Fast and fierce. It’s just how it happened for me. You could say I was lucky, or unlucky, depending how you look at it.

I don’t know how it’ll happen for you, but I do know it’s much closer than most people think.

Here, I do my best to directly point others through it, or assist those already moving into it.

I’m holistic in my approach. Realistic, paced, gentle. How’s your support network? Have you got some healthy habits formed? There can be a lot to digest here, and it’s ok to have some support across the entire board. Do your best to look after yourself and those around you along the way.

I do want to be clear. This isn’t psychology or counselling. This is not a substitute for therapy, and if you are concerned about your mental health, please seek out established counsellors, psychotherapists, psychologists, or psychiatrists. 

Take it all in, one step at a time, and you too can wake up alive.