Transcendence to the People
As We Wake fosters projects and communities that promote awareness of Interbeing.
Interbeing is the self-transcendent awareness that we are the universe, we are nature, and we are each other. As We Wake is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that aims to collaboratively connect global culture to Interbeing through community building, education, creative projects, ceremonies, and retreats.
Our core team lives and works at our beautiful beachside property in La Jolla, CA. We hope you will join us in our local events, Interbeing retreats, and psychedelic ceremonies and find deeper connection, creativity, and self-transcendence!
Calendar of Events
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We host local events like yoga, somatic dance, cacao ceremonies, women's and men's circles, and so much more right here in La Jolla, CA! Check the calendar above to see what's coming up and join us for some healing fun!
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We host local and international retreats for companies, adventurers, and emerging psychedelic guides. Join us around the world for experiences filled with fun, community, yoga, wellness, relaxation, and an exploration of Interbeing!
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As We Wake is here to support you on your path to Interbeing awareness through our psychedelic education, journey sitting, preparation and integration coaching, and worldwide retreats.
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Interbeing is the awareness that we are one with the universe, nature, and each other. This concept, coined by Thich Nhat Hanh, invites us to consider who we really are beyond our individual form, unifying us with the rest of the world. Through all of the experiences we offer, As We Wake puts you back in touch with this true sense of yourself.
What Is Interbeing?
Interbeing is the nondenominational awareness that we are the universe, we are nature, and we are each other.
Consider if there was a “big bang” a long time ago; ultimately, that was you! Then you grew up to become Earth and nature, and from nature, all of the beings who arose from nature. This concept invites us to consider that at the deepest level of identity, you are that which birthed the entire cosmos and exists now as all beings.
The term Interbeing was formulated by the Zen Buddhist monk Thich Nhat Hanh, and is central to the Order of Interbeing monks. It is kindred to other universalist terms such as Self-Transcendence, Non-Duality, Oneness, Interconnectedness, Interdependence, Sunyata, I&I, Advaita, Open Individualism, Entheism, Ubuntu, Tawhid, In Lak'ech Ala K'in, Ik Onkar, Anekantavada, Asha, Tao, and Ein Sof.
Interbeing awareness supports Interbeing embodiment, which is acting as you would act if you were all beings (because ultimately you are)! It is a profound basis for connecting to The Golden Rule, ethical living, mindfulness, compassion, true love, and joy.
Featured Media
Watch these videos to learn more about As We Wake and Interbeing.
Meet the team
Founded in 2016 by Dr. Tomas Frymann, As We Wake has grown, now hosting an expanding team at our community hub in La Jolla, CA where we live and work together.
“Interbeing is the understanding that nothing exists separately from anything else. We are all interconnected.
By taking care of another person, you take care of yourself. By taking care of yourself, you take care of the other person. Happiness and safety are not individual matters. If you suffer, I suffer. If you are not safe, I am not safe. There is no way for me to be truly happy if you are suffering. If you can smile, I can smile too.
The understanding of Interbeing is very important. It helps us to remove the illusion of loneliness, and transform the anger that comes from the feeling of separation.”
— Thich Nhat Hahn
As We Wake Offerings
Explore membership & offerings
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Local Events in La Jolla
Yoga workshops, dance journeys, artistic collaborations, and other special events, all hosted by our cottage community and open to the public.
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Retreats
We host retreats at home and around the world, for individual adventurers, companies, and nascent psychedelic facilitators.
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Psychedelics
Meet with one of our specialists for psychedelic ceremony & integration to explore a profound means of opening into Interbeing awareness.
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Team Living Program
Have good vibes and inspired by Interbeing? Apply to join our As We Wake team by the beach in La Jolla - where “doing good meets having fun.”
Testimonials From Past Retreats
“The Workation with As We Wake was the perfect combination of focus, community, and play. The team did a great job of balancing the need to get work done while also having a relaxing and rejuvenating experience. Not to mention, the accommodations were also amazing and unique, making the overall experience that much more memorable.”
— Rob
“I love every single new friend I made on the Bocas del Toro retreat. The As We Wake team created an environment of warmth and openness right off the bat and I feel like that was a huge factor in creating a vulnerable, safe space to connect with other guests. Communication was easy, meals were non stop laughs, conversations were thought provoking, yoga was challenging (my body was thankful for the movement), and the AirBnB was perfect. I opted in for the bufo ceremony I got exactly what I wanted out of it. Tomas is one of the best facilitators I've met and his kind heart and good intentions could be felt throughout my journey. I felt safe and taken care of.”
— Glad
“Staying with the As We Wake team was a joyous experience. I was happy to wake up every day looking forward to a new adventure that Sedona had in store for us. The flexibility to spend my mornings working productively then enjoy my evenings with activities and excursions enabled by a group of welcoming, easygoing individuals made this trip highly accessible. The conversations, meals, and bonds we shared in the matter of a week makes me feel as if we’d all been friends before even meeting each other. An unforgettable retreat that I am confident will not be my last.”
— Michael