Mythologist and bestselling author Michael Meade presents…
Decode Your Mythology, Shape Your Future
Sep 1 - Sep 6, 2025 in Santa Fe, USA
Led by: Michael Meade, Chip Conley, Sarah Byrden
Financial aid is available. Apply Here.
Feeling Lost? Learn to Read the Map of Your Life and Discover Your Path to Fulfillment.
What if every challenge, every crossroad, every moment of transformation you’ve ever experienced holds the key to your purpose?
Your toughest struggles aren't meaningless barriers to your happiness. They’re proof that your life story is part of an ancient pattern, just waiting to be discovered.
It's time to decode the signs and step into your true path.
Join legendary mythologist Michael Meade in Santa Fe's magical high desert for a deep-dive exploration of your personal mythology – and illuminate the way forward to the life you’ve always dreamed of.
Through ancient wisdom and transformative practices, you'll uncover how your birth story, challenges, and untapped gifts form a journey waiting to be revealed.
You'll leave with the wisdom to decode life's sacred patterns, the power to transform challenges into guides, and the clarity to walk your authentic path.
Your story is calling. Answer it here.
Join legendary mythologist Michael Meade in this transformative workshop that will show you how to decode the mythic wisdom beneath your life's turning points, unleash your authentic genius, and transform struggles into strengths.
What you’ll gain
With Michael Meade’s wisdom and MEA’s intimate approach, you’ll gain real tools, clear direction, and a kindhearted community that has your back:
This goes much deeper than motivation – it's your story's turning point. You'll have your authentic path illuminated, your energy ignited, and a community of fellow travelers to continue supporting you.
Meet your faculty
Michael Meade
Author of The Genius Myth and Awakening the Soul
Mythologist | Master Storyteller | Guide to the Soul
For decades, mythologist Michael Meade has revealed the hidden wisdom in ancient myths, proving that these timeless stories hold the keys to navigating modern life.
Often compared to Joseph Campbell, Meade delves into ancient stories to reveal their relevance to modern life, blending mythology, psychology, and philosophy to help people navigate personal and cultural challenges.
► Bestselling Author: The Genius Myth and Awakening the Soul show how mythic imagination unlocks purpose and potential.
► Renowned Speaker: His electrifying talks and Living Myth podcast inspire deep self-discovery and connection.
► Cultural Visionary: Founder of the Mosaic Multicultural Foundation, he helps at-risk youth, veterans, and those in transition find healing through story.
► Myth & Meaning Guide: His work reveals how ancient tales hold modern wisdom, helping us find clarity, courage, and a deeper sense of belonging.
In this immersive workshop, Michael will lead you on a journey through myth and meaning, helping you uncover new insights, embrace your inner genius, and step into a more authentic life.
Chip Conley
MEA Co-Founder and Author of Learning to Love Midlife: 12 Reasons Why Life Gets Better with Age
A three-time TED speaker on the big stage, Chip Conley is one of the world's leading experts at the intersection of business innovation, psychology and spirituality.
As one of the creators of the boutique hotel movement and the "modern elder" to the young Airbnb founders, Chip's been a disruptor and expert on entrepreneurship and business leadership. He’s a globally-recognized thought leader on the future of work and the competitive advantages of a multi-generational workplace.
Inspired by his experience of intergenerational mentoring as a “modern elder” at Airbnb – where his guidance was instrumental to the company’s extraordinary success – Chip founded MEA and has since dedicated his midlife years to reframing the concept of aging and helping people navigate midlife with a renewed sense of purpose and possibility.
This workshop is for you if...
You sense there's a deeper story within and you're ready to uncover the threads linking your past, present, and future
You're facing change and want to find meaning in life's transitions – whether career, relationship, or what's next.
You love stories – not just telling them, but uncovering their impact – this workshop will feel like coming home.
You're ready to uncover the deeper patterns in your life and discover how its twists and turns shape your true path.
You’ve wondered what your life story reveals, explore the power of myth, meaning, and self-discovery.
If you’re ready for a new perspective, join this transformative experience and uncover the wisdom in your story.
Meet your MEA facilitators
Our trailblazing guides share hidden wonders across our 2,600-acre sanctuary, leading you from sunrise mountain hikes to secret Sangre de Cristo overlooks for unforgettable moments.
Sarah Byrden
Experience Facilitator
Sarah Byrden has been an experiential educator, wilderness guide, storyteller and writer for over 25 years.
Her life is an unfolding love affair with the poetics of land, story, body, movement, nature and word. She is the founder of The Elemental Self, an ecosystem of soul-centered work.
She lives in Santa Fe and has called the Tewa lands of Northern New Mexico home for most of her adult life.
Santa Fe, USA
Rising Circle Ranch
An upscale regenerative ranch featuring traditional Pueblo architecture and spanning nearly 2,600 acres of wildlife, hiking trails in the arroyo, with ancient petroglyphs, and awe-inspiring beauty. Close to historic Santa Fe, an artisan’s mecca.



Step Into Your True Story with Michael Meade
Unlock the mythic wisdom within you. In this transformative workshop, explore how your life’s challenges, callings, and transitions are part of a deeper, soul-written story. Discover how embracing your personal mythology reveals purpose, awakens inner genius, and brings meaning to both your life and the world.