Evolving Identity: Learning How to Let Go
Is a partial scholarship for you?
We believe in making personal growth and education accessible to everyone, which is why we offer partial scholarships on a needs-aware basis for many of our programs.
These scholarships support individuals facing financial challenges, including — but not limited to — members of underrepresented communities. If financial stress might prevent you from attending a workshop, we encourage you to apply.
Partial scholarships, provided through the Association for Growth and Education, are limited to 2–3 seats per workshop and reviewed in the order received. We recommend applying as soon as possible, as scholarship decisions are typically confirmed 90–120 days before the workshop date.
Ricky Williams (now Errick Miron)
Former NFL Star & Heisman Trophy Winner | Successful Entrepreneur | Coder
How NFL legend Ricky Williams mastered the art of identity evolution – and why his "letting go" method works when everything else fails.
The 1998 Heisman Trophy winner shocked the sports world when he walked away from millions at his career peak. Behind his success were the pressures of being a rebel in the NFL, mental health struggles, and a growing sense that his true calling lay elsewhere.
That complete transformation – from celebrated athlete to master astrologer – was so profound he changed his name to Errick Miron in 2022.
It taught him something powerful: there are predictable cycles that reveal when it's time to let go of who you've been and step into who you're becoming.
That tension between your established identity and your authentic self hits many of us in midlife.
You've spent decades building a life and becoming "someone" in the world's eyes. But you feel a pull to release old roles and stories that no longer fit.Y
You're caught between the security of your known identity and the call of something deeper.
This is exactly where Ricky found himself – and what he learned about navigating identity shifts using astrological life cycles changed everything. He approaches it as a practical framework for understanding human development, using natural patterns to guide conscious evolution.
Now he's sharing his methods.
In this 4-day intensive, you'll discover:
Join the NFL legend who traded touchdowns for truth.
Stop clinging to who you were. Start becoming who you're meant to be.
Listen to Chip and Ricky Williams (now Errick Miron) on the Midlife Chrysalis podcast:
Reborn at Midlife: How Ricky Williams Became Errick Miron
“One thing I’ve learned about life is that if you really let go, it’s just a joy ride.”
– Errick Miron
Meet
Errick Miron (formerly known as Ricky Williams)
Former NFL Star & Heisman Trophy Winner | Successful Entrepreneur | Coder | Transformation Pioneer
Ricky Williams embodies the power of reinvention. After achieving the highest honors in college football and professional success in the NFL, he made the controversial decision to step away from fame and fortune to pursue deeper meaning.
That journey led him through years of study in astrology, depth psychology, and healing arts. Today, as co-founder of Lila Labs, he combines his understanding of human potential with cutting-edge technology.
His unique background, from professional athletics to the quiet work of self-discovery, gives him rare insight into the courage required to evolve your identity at any stage of life. As an entrepreneur three times over, teaching himself to code at 45 and building his own apps from scratch, he's living proof that learning and reinvention don't have an expiration date.
Supported By the MEA Team
Chip Conley
MEA Founder, Hotelier + Hospitality Entrepreneur, Bestselling Author
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 ...
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MEA's Content Facilitator
Mary Hofstedt is an experienced non profit leader and educator who strives to advance a more hopeful, caring, and connected world. Her passion for youth and community development led her to work with Challenge Success, spearhead a coalition of youth and adult partners to develop a community arts center, and ...
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Experience Facilitator
Before joining MEA, Daniel “DL” Landes spent decades as a restauranteur, author, and publisher. As the owner of multiple restaurants in Denver, CO – and then a hostel in Mexico – he dedicated himself to creating environments where people could work out their humanity while eating and drinking (which i ...
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What You'll Gain
Master the Cycles of Transformation
Understand how Uranus and Saturn create predictable life transitions, giving you a roadmap for the changes you're experiencing now and what's coming next.
Decode Your Personal Birth Chart
Learn your specific Saturn and Uranus placements through personalized chart analysis. Discover your soul's deeper purpose in elderhood and identify the gifts you're meant to share.
Process Your Life Story Through Guided Reflection
Complete journaling exercises and reflection work about major life events, connecting your personal history to planetary cycles and identifying patterns that reveal your evolution path.
Navigate Change with Confidence
Learn practical tools for moving through life transitions with clarity, courage, and authentic self-expression rather than fear and resistance.
Our Agenda at a Glance
Sunday:
4:00 PM: Arrival/Check-in
5:30 PM: Welcome Reception & Dinner
7:00 PM: Orientation Session
Monday:
7:00 AM: Mind + Body
8:30 AM: Breakfast
10:00 AM: Classroom Time
1:15 PM: Lunch
2:00 PM: Free Time
3:00 PM: Classroom Time
5:30 PM: Free Time
6:30 PM: Dinner
8:00 PM: Free Time
Tuesday:
7:00 AM: Mind + Body
8:30 AM: Breakfast
10:00 AM: Classroom Time
1:15 PM: Lunch
2:00 PM: Free Time
3:00 PM: Classroom Time
5:30 PM: Free Time
6:30 PM: Dinner
8:00 PM: Free Time
Wednesday:
7:00 AM: Mind + Body
8:30 AM: Breakfast
10:00 AM: Classroom Time
1:15 PM: Lunch
2:00 PM: Free Time
3:00 PM: Classroom Time
5:30 PM: Graduation
6:30 PM: Celebration Dinner
Thursday:
7:00 AM: Breakfast
10:00 AM: Checkout/Departure
Friday:
Saturday:
*Please note that not all “classroom time” activities take place in the actual classroom.
*Please note all times are estimates as some activities go longer or shorter depending on the group. This agenda is meant to give you an idea of the general flow of activities.
Step into transformation in the high desert
Rising Circle Ranch | Santa Fe, USA.
Our spectacular Santa Fe campus is located on an upscale regenerative ranch featuring traditional Pueblo architecture and nearly 2,600 acres of wildlife, hiking trails in the arroyo, and awe-inspiring beauty. Close to historic Santa Fe, an artisan’s mecca.
PLUS: Gourmet from-scratch meals, snacks, and drinks featuring locally sourced ingredients, made by our in-house chefs
Explore the ranch
on horseback
Our Rising Circle Ranch spans 2,600 acres of New Mexico high desert, offering guided horseback riding for all experience levels through diverse terrains under the vast Southwest sky
You’ll experience highlights like:
Horseback riding is an optional add-on activity you can book once you arrive on the ranch. Whether you’re seasoned or brand new to horseback adventures, this guided experience lets you discover the ranch’s natural wonders alongside our gentle horses.
Your Workshop Also Includes:
Your life is stuck in neutral – here's how to shift into drive.
There's a growing sense that your skills and wisdom could serve a bigger purpose than your current path allows.
The challenge isn't knowing you want to change – it's knowing which parts of your identity to release and what's trying to emerge. You don't want to throw away decades of building, but you can't ignore the pull toward something deeper.
This workshop combines Ricky's hard-won wisdom with astrological principles to give you a personalized roadmap for conscious change.
In four days, you'll get the tools to navigate your identity evolution with confidence.
Join Errick and the MEA team in Santa Fe and walk away with your personal identity evolution blueprint. You'll have a powerful framework for consciously becoming who you're meant to be.
Book your spot today
Evolving Identity: Learning How to Let Go
Is a partial scholarship for you?
We believe in making personal growth and education accessible to everyone, which is why we offer partial scholarships on a needs-aware basis for many of our programs.
These scholarships support individuals facing financial challenges, including — but not limited to — members of underrepresented communities. If financial stress might prevent you from attending a workshop, we encourage you to apply.
Partial scholarships, provided through the Association for Growth and Education, are limited to 2–3 seats per workshop and reviewed in the order received. We recommend applying as soon as possible, as scholarship decisions are typically confirmed 90–120 days before the workshop date.
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I experienced MEA as a newly diagnosed multiple myeloma cancer patient, and as a result of the things I’ve learned - I’ve banished the anxiety of being a cancer victim, am in remission, and living with a newfound energy and purpose.
Just know how grateful I am for the joy fuel you all put in my rocket ship. When I want to feel loved or just need a good smile I can think of my time at MEA, which came at the perfect time to encourage me on my journey. Thank you!
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to know anything about astrology to participate?
Not at all. Errick will teach you everything you need to know, starting with the basics. The focus is on practical application for life transitions, not technical astrological knowledge.
Is this workshop religious or spiritual in nature?
While astrology has ancient roots, Errick’s approach is psychological and practical. You’ll explore astrology as a framework for understanding human development cycles, not as a belief system.
What if I’m skeptical about astrology?
Skepticism is welcome. Errick doesn’t ask you to believe in astrology as a belief system. He approaches it as a framework for reflection and timing – similar to how some people use journaling prompts, personality assessments, or mindfulness practices.
Will we need our birth information?
Yes, having your birth date, time, and location will enhance your experience. If you don’t know your exact birth time, you can still participate and gain valuable insights.
How is this different from other personal development workshops?
Rather than generic advice, you’ll work with the specific timing and themes of your personal astrological cycles. It’s highly individualized guidance based on your unique birth chart and life stage.
What’s included in the investment to Errick’s workshop?
Everything: four days of immersive sessions with Errick, luxury accommodations, all meals, extended Lila app access, and workshop materials. You’ll only need to cover travel to Santa Fe and personal expenses.
Still deciding or have questions?
Connect with our helpful team of Advisors
Our Advisors are all MEA alumni who can offer genuine insights into our programs. They’re passionate about helping you finding the right fit to make your next chapter the best one.
Daniel Booz
Lucas Erie
Leslie Bartlett