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title: "Coming Together: A Monroe Livestream Celebration"
description: Join the Coming Together Livestream, a special gathering to reconnect, reflect, celebrate, and build meaningful connections with the Monroe community.
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# Coming Together
### A Monroe Livestream Celebration
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###### Chaired by Shelia and Craig Schwartz
## EXPERIENCE FRIDAY'S PANELS VIA LIVESTREAM.
**Coming Together has sold out in person, and we’re opening the experience to our wider community.**
Join us virtually for a special **Friday livestream** and experience **Coming Together** from wherever you are. You’ll be part of the gathering as it unfolds, with access to the conversations, practices and shared experiences that make this weekend so meaningful.
Coming Together is a celebration of the people who share a connection to the Institute and to one another, through programs, professional work, research, exploration and support across decades.
Now, you can be part of that connection from anywhere in the world. Settle in from home, gather with others, or simply create a space to be present with the Monroe community as we come together.
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## Why a Celebration - Why Now
For many years, the idea of a formal gathering never quite fit the Monroe community. The work has always been experiential, inward and deeply personal.
But something has shifted.
More people are asking to meet again—outside of programs, outside of roles, outside of screens. More threads are crossing between professionals, explorers, supporters, and longtime friends of the Institute.
### Coming Together is our response to that moment.
Not a departure from who we are—but a reflection of how the community has grown.
## The LIVESTREAM Celebration
##### **Coming Together is Coming to You**
### JOIN US LIVE
**Join us for Friday’s panel discussions, livestreamed directly from Coming Together in the Blue Ridge Mountains.** You’ll have the opportunity to experience these conversations as they unfold, hear from featured speakers, and connect with the ideas and experiences at the heart of the gathering.
## $60
Individual Livestream Ticket
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### Silent Auction IS LIVE
As part of Coming Together, we’re curating a Virtual Silent Auction featuring unique offerings from our worldwide community. We welcome meaningful experiences, creative works, wellness offerings, retreats, travel experiences, handcrafted goods, and more. Submitting an item is completely optional. Have something special to share? We’d love to hear from you.
The Virtual Silent Auction is now LIVE! You can log in or create an account to bid on items.
[We are still accepting submissions, you can submit an item here.](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/19aqNoxtnqRs6yx3dSt3tYgP68hh8_TclQa40kk77yoE/viewform?_hsenc=p2ANqtz-8KD7q8PIiOIsG88U7MJbHEg9yuS9ysQ7dHrd7pmUqa7dq1YIIY_Sq52eCa81qNlOr72FVuZiCY1afPv1gaES-2_JxncLASEwDr9vzCkFdqEEJh6MQ&_hsmi=432679636&edit_requested=true)
## Silent Auction
[Start Bidding](https://monroeinstitute.betterworld.org/auctions/coming-together-2026)
## The LIVESTREAM Celebration Experience
Every Moment Designed for Meaningful Connection
### Friday, October 30, 2026
(All times are Eastern Standard Time)
9:00–10:30 am
Mind • Body • Health Optimizing Human Potential Sarah Owen, Amy Westmoreland, Dr. East Phillip Moderator: Christin Collins
10:30-11:00 am
Coming Together Guided Meditation Led by Emily Ghosh, Monroe Institute Director of Creator Relationships and Growth Initiatives
11:00 am-12:30 pm
UAP, Contact & Expanded Reality Exploring the Frontier of Consciousness Christopher Bledsoe, Ryan Bledsoe, Michael Phillips - Moderator: Chris Ramsay
12:30-2:00 pm
Intermission Music Enhanced by Monroe Sound Science® A curated collection of musical collaborations, selected with Ignacio Diaz, Jr., Director of Music Strategy and Development.
2:00-3:30 pm
Consciousness Exploration Beyond the Physical Mind Sean Webb, Jade Shaw, Jordan Crowder Moderator: Luigi Sciambarella
## Featured Speakers
#### Visionaries, researchers, and pioneers exploring the frontiers of consciousness.
**Please note:** The speakers listed on this page represent the broader Coming Together gathering. Not all speakers will participate in the livestreamed panels. Please refer to the [schedule](https://info.monroeinstitute.org/comingtogetherlivestream#livestreamschedule) for the most up-to-date livestream lineup and panel schedule.
### CHRISTOPHER BLEDSOE
#### Author & UAP Experiencer
Christopher Bledsoe is a North Carolina–based author, speaker, and widely known experiencer whose life changed following encounters with unexplained phenomena. He is the author of the bestselling book UFO of GOD, which explores his experiences and the spiritual transformation that followed.
Central to his work is an ongoing exploration of the connection between these phenomena and human consciousness. As a Monroe Institute alumnus, Chris has deepened his understanding of altered states and awareness beyond the physical, bringing a unique perspective to the intersection of experience, spirituality, and the unknown.
At the Coming Together event, he invites participants to explore new possibilities around consciousness, contact, and the nature of reality.
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### DR. EAST PHILLIPS
#### Author, Health & Transformation Coach
Dr. East Phillips, DAOM, is an author, speaker, transformational coach, and Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine with more than 25 years of experience in personal growth, mind-body-spirit wellness, and consciousness exploration. A Reiki Master, certified yoga teacher, medical intuitive, and founder of Illuminis Publishing, she helps individuals align with their purpose and highest potential.
As a Monroe Institute Outreach Trainer candidate, Dr. East explores practical ways to raise and sustain personal frequency, expand awareness, and deepen conscious connection
At the Coming Together event, she will share tools for personal transformation, elevated awareness, and purposeful living.
### CHRIS RAMSAY
#### Magician, Host of Area52 & Consciousness Explorer
Chris Ramsay is an internationally recognized magician with over two decades of experience exploring the limits of perception through skill, psychology, and illusion. With a global following of millions, he creates moments where reality feels fluid and the impossible becomes tangible.
He is the creator and host of *Area52*, where he explores firsthand accounts of UFO and unexplained phenomena through interviews and storytelling, connecting patterns and expanding conversations around disclosure. Chris is a Monroe alumnus and integrates his exploration of consciousness and out-of-body experiences into both his work and worldview.
At the Coming Together event, Chris will bring a rare combination of grounded experiential knowledge, intellectual curiosity, and awe-inspiring artistry, guiding participants into deeper questions of who we are, what we perceive, and what lies beyond.
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### RYAN BLEDSOE
#### Host of Bledsoe Said So Podcast & Monroe Outreach Trainer
Ryan Bledsoe is a podcast host, speaker, and consciousness explorer whose lifelong experiences with extraordinary phenomena have inspired a deep exploration of spirituality, human potential, and the nature of reality. As host of the *Bledsoe Said So* podcast and a Monroe Institute alumnus, Ryan brings together conversations on consciousness, world religions, and unexplained phenomena with an open-minded and thoughtful perspective.
At the Coming Together event, Ryan invites participants to explore the relationship between consciousness, spirituality, and the extraordinary possibilities that emerge when we remain open to the mysteries of the universe.
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### AMY WESTMORELAND
#### Manifestation Teacher & Speaker
Amy Westmoreland is a manifestation teacher, professional speaker, and founder of Illuminating Joy. With over 33 years of personal practice and 25 years of experience working with thousands of individuals worldwide, she teaches manifestation as a practical and learnable skill rooted in conscious awareness and intentional living.
Known for her grounded and experiential approach, Amy blends energetic understanding with real-world tools through her signature four-step formula.
At the Coming Together event, Amy invites participants to explore the connection between intention, awareness, and the creative power of consciousness.
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### JORDAN CROWDER
#### Consciousness Explorer & Host of Conscious Observers
Jordan Crowder is a consciousness researcher, entrepreneur, author, speaker, and host of the award-winning *Conscious Observers* podcast. Following a life-changing near-death experience, he dedicated his work to exploring consciousness, human potential, and the intersection of science, spirituality, and technology.
Trained at the Monroe Institute, Jordan is the creator of the Law of Probability, a framework for conscious creation. Through his speaking, community, and technology ventures, he helps individuals cultivate greater awareness, reconnect with their purpose, and intentionally shape the direction of their lives.
At the Coming Together event, Jordan invites participants to explore the evolving relationship between consciousness, technology, and intentional living, empowering them to become active creators of their own reality.
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### MICHAEL PHILLIP
#### Consciousness Explorer & Host of Third Eye Drops
Michael Phillip is a writer, speaker, and host of the acclaimed *Third Eye Drops* podcast, where he explores consciousness, spirituality, philosophy, psychology, and the mysteries of human experience. Through thought-provoking conversations with scientists, mystics, artists, and spiritual teachers, he invites listeners to question assumptions and embrace curiosity.
At the Coming Together event, Michael brings his gift for meaningful dialogue and open inquiry, encouraging participants to explore consciousness through wonder, reflection, and the shared pursuit of deeper understanding.
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### SEAN WEBB
#### Author & Consciousness Researcher
Sean Webb is an author and speaker specializing in how the human mind works, with over 20 years of experience exploring thought, emotion, and consciousness. He is the author of Mind Hacking Happiness and has developed models used in artificial emotional intelligence and emotional resilience.
As a Monroe Institute alumnus, Sean integrates his exploration of consciousness and altered states into a practical, systems-based approach to understanding the mind.
At the Coming Together event, he helps participants commune with divine entities, while accessing greater clarity, awareness, and intentional living.
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### SARAH OWEN
#### Longevity & Human Potential Advocate
Sarah Owen is an entrepreneur, strategist, and advocate for reimagining aging, longevity, and human potential. Drawing on decades of experience helping innovators bring transformative ideas to market, she now focuses on exploring how consciousness-based approaches can support cognitive wellness, resilience, and quality of life.
Through her involvement with the Mind Pod at Collaboratory in Orlando, Sarah is helping explore the application of Monroe Sound Science® technologies as tools for supporting awareness, cognitive health, and holistic well-being.
At the Coming Together event, Sarah invites participants to consider new possibilities for aging with greater vitality, purpose, and consciousness.
### JADE SHAW
#### OBE Researcher & Astral Projection Teacher
Jade Shaw is an Out-of-Body Experience (OBE) researcher, astral projection teacher, and consciousness explorer. Following a life-changing OBE, she pursued an MSc in Transpersonal Psychology and has since become a leading advocate for the transformative benefits of expanded states of awareness.
Jade is the producer of *Insight Out*, a Gaia documentary on out-of-body experiences, and served as the Astral Projection Consultant for the Netflix series Behind Her Eyes. Trained with The Monroe Institute, she combines research, mindfulness, and lived experience to help others explore consciousness beyond the physical.
At the Coming Together event, Jade invites participants to explore the transformative potential of expanded states of awareness and how out-of-body experiences can deepen our understanding of consciousness, personal growth, and the nature of reality.
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### CHRISTIN COLLINS
#### Monroe Institute Director of Transformational Impact, Inspirational Author
Christin Collins is the Director of Transformational Impact at the Monroe Institute, where she leads strategic partnerships, philanthropic initiatives, and community engagement to help expand Monroe's global mission of exploring human consciousness. An author, speaker, and transformational guide, Christin is passionate about creating opportunities for more people to experience Monroe's life-changing work.
At the Coming Together event, Christin will serve as moderator and Gala host, guiding meaningful conversations while leading an evening of gratitude and giving in support of the Monroe Institute's mission to expand the exploration of human consciousness.
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### LUIGI SCIAMBARELLA
#### Monroe Institute Trainer & Board Member
Luigi Sciambarella is a consciousness explorer, psychologist, and Residential Trainer with the Monroe Institute whose lifelong journey into expanded states of awareness began through spontaneous out-of-body experiences and lucid dreams. Today, he serves as a Residential Trainer, Outreach Trainer, UK Local Chapter Representative, and Professional Division Member, helping others explore consciousness through Monroe's technologies and ongoing research.
At the Coming Together event, Luigi brings decades of firsthand experience in consciousness exploration, fostering meaningful dialogue and inspiring participants to discover the extraordinary potential of expanded awareness.
## Frequently Asked Questions
Get answers to the most common questions about the event
#### How will I access the livestream?
Once you register, you’ll receive the livestream access link by email ahead of the event. Be sure to check your inbox, including your spam or promotions folder, as the event approaches.
#### What can I expect from the livestream?
The livestream will take place on **Friday, October 30, from 9:00 AM–3:30 PM ET** and will feature three panels with a variety of Coming Together speakers. For the most up-to-date details, including speakers and timing, please check the [**schedule**](https://info.monroeinstitute.org/comingtogetherlivestream#livestreamschedule).
**[Check Your Local Time Zone](https://dateful.com/time-zone-converter)**
#### Do I need to be available for the entire livestream?
No. You can join for as much of the livestream as you’d like throughout the day. We recommend checking the schedule so you know when the panels and speakers you’re most interested in will be taking place. If you can’t make a panel live, you’ll be able to access the replay after the event.
#### Will I be able to access the livestream from anywhere?
Yes. The Coming Together livestream is a virtual, online experience. You can join from wherever you are. All you need is an internet-connected device.
#### Will the livestream include the full Coming Together event?
The livestream gives you the opportunity to experience the main Friday programming virtually, including the panels and conversations taking place throughout the day. While the in-person gathering takes place October 29–31, the livestream will focus on the Friday programming, so some portions of the in-person experience will not be included.
## Coming Together
### A Monroe Livestream Celebration
## October 30, 2026
### Livestreamed from the Blue Ridge Mountains
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