Ojai has always moved me.
Tucked at the edge of the Los Padres mountains, just far enough from the noise of the world, it holds a kind of quiet that speaks directly to the soul. The scent of citrus and sage, the lavender light spilling over the Topatopa peaks at dusk—it’s more than beauty here. It’s medicine.
This valley has been a sacred mirror in my life.
A place where I’ve let myself fall apart and come back together. Where heartbreaks softened. Where the land held me when it was hard to hold myself. The stillness here doesn’t demand—it invites. And in that invitation, I’ve been able to touch parts of myself I used to avoid. Parts that needed breath. Space. Grace.
Ojai has been a teacher. A sanctuary. A witness to my becoming.
It’s no wonder this place calls in artists, seekers, men in transition. This land knows something about truth. About remembering. And for those ready to listen—it offers more than refuge. It offers reflection. Integration. A return.
Anchors of Wisdom and Wonder
- Krishnamurti Foundation of America: Set among ancient oaks, this center preserves the teachings of J. Krishnamurti, a philosopher known for encouraging direct insight over dogma. Visitors are welcome to explore the library, walk the quiet trails, or attend dialogues that challenge old patterns of thought.
- Topa Institute: Dedicated to cultivating a more conscious and connected world, the Topa Institute offers programs and gatherings rooted in systems change, ecology, and contemplative inquiry. It’s a place where community, art, and activism converge.
- Meditation Mount: One of Ojai’s most treasured vantage points, Meditation Mount invites you to sit in silence and watch the light dance across the valley. The gardens, vistas, and spirit of the land create the perfect setting for personal reflection and communal prayer.
More Than a Getaway
Ojai isn’t just a beautiful place—it’s a field that invites deeper presence. You’ll find healing arts practitioners, organic cafés, labyrinths, apothecaries, and quiet rivers where time seems to stop. Whether you’re hiking to a waterfall, soaking in a hot spring, or sharing a meal under the stars, the pace here helps you come back to yourself.
For me, Ojai is home. It’s also the backdrop for the retreats and coaching immersions I offer—designed to help people not only pause but rewrite the story they tell about themselves. Through nature, ceremony, and meaningful inquiry, we remember who we are beneath the noise.
Come When You’re Called
One of Ojai’s many gifts is that its doors are open all year. With a Mediterranean climate, the days are sunny even in winter, and summer evenings are cooled by ocean breezes from the Pacific just a short drive away.
Whether you’re coming for a retreat, a personal sabbatical, or just to breathe for a weekend—this valley will meet you where you are, and offer what you didn’t know you needed.
If you feel the call, come.