PROFESSIONAL REVIEW
Carolina Estevez, Psy.D., Licensed Psychologist

Inner Realms Journey takes you on an adventure of self-discovery and inner growth. Truly, eliciting the courage and strength within all of us that is sometimes masked by worries, fears, and self-doubt. The moment you begin listening to the audios, you can’t help but to feel transported—to a time and place that is so drastically different from your fast-paced, day-to-day life. At the same time, it feels familiar and secure; like you’re meant to be on this journey; like something within you has been waiting for you to finally get to this place.

You’re called to use your imagination and creativity, which might initially feel unfamiliar; maybe a change of pace for you from the demands of the logical, mind-driven lives that many of us lead. You enter so many unknowns throughout the Inner Realms Journey, of mystical places and intriguing challenges, but never without feeling fully prepared to confront the objectives before you. As a member, you gain access to Journeys, Daily Power Ups, Quests, and Trainings that guide you as you develop a new perspective on fears, stressors, and worries. Similarly, gaining perspective on situations that can lead to loss or failure as well as the ability you have within you to persevere through it all.

The soothing, but yet empowering and motivational voice of the speaker, coupled with the remarkably vivid and candid sounds of nature, activates all of your senses. Accordingly, the audios are developed with every attention to detail, fully transporting you to magical lands. As you close your eyes, you actually see so much.Undeniably, you can envision yourself there; you feel free as you move forward through each mission and quest. Surprisingly, he thoughts and beliefs that typically hold you back are absent in this space. In the various journeys and meditations, you approach fears and transform negative cognitions.

Inner Realms Journey can serve as an excellent adjunct to those who are currently receiving counseling or psychotherapy. Whether you’re struggling with depression, anxiety, phobias, fears, low self-esteem, or trauma, the guided meditations will help you reframe how you see both yourself and others, and your environment. Oftentimes, emotional concerns can strongly influence your ability to acknowledge your strengths and positive attributes. When coping with life stressors, or a difficult period in your life, your courage and confidence in yourself can reach all-time lows.

Inner Realms Journey will guide you in transforming negative thoughts and self-limiting beliefs into positive and empowering cognitions. The guided meditations work to retrain your brain, improving self-awareness, memory, learning, and attention. Research has found that a thickening of the prefrontal cortex—the brain region that is responsible for awareness, focus, and decision-making—occurs when you practice guided meditation. The benefit of Inner Realms Journey is that guided meditation becomes a fun and creative process. Whereas, your healing occurs in the process of embodying your avatar, immersing yourself in the Inner Realms, and persevering through the various trainings and quests.

Inner Realms Journey is such an accurate simulation of the many obstacles, challenges, and difficulties we face in our lives. Without a doubt, it is the ultimate imaginal exposure experience. You just need a little curiosity, an open mind, and some faith that you are capable, brave, and unstoppable. Close your eyes, take a deep breath, and step into this life-changing journey.