Hermeticism, Life, and Good Energy

An in-depth conversation with Carol Haggerty Reardon and David Owens of IHP Lighthouse Workshops on how Hermetic principles create positive energy.

Conversations with those who have walked the Hermetic path for years reveal a common thread: the discovery that genuine transformation begins with a change in the quality of one's energy. The Principle of Vibration states that 'nothing rests; everything moves; everything vibrates.' Our thoughts, emotions, and even our physical bodies are expressions of vibration at different frequencies. When we consciously raise our vibration through the practices taught at the Institute, we begin to attract different experiences and relationships into our lives. This is not mysticism but a practical reality that countless practitioners have verified through their own direct experience.

The Lighthouse Workshops, facilitated by dedicated IHP members, provide a space where these principles come alive through shared exploration. Workshop presenters draw on years of personal practice to guide participants through exercises that demonstrate -- rather than merely explain -- how Hermetic principles operate in everyday life. From managing workplace stress to navigating family dynamics, the applications are endlessly practical. What makes these workshops special is the atmosphere of sincerity and mutual respect that develops when people gather with a genuine desire to grow. The energy in the room becomes palpable, and participants often describe leaving with a clarity and lightness they had not felt in years.

"When a group of sincere individuals comes together with the intention of raising their consciousness, the collective energy created is far greater than the sum of its parts." -- Dario Salas Sommer

The stories shared in these conversations remind us that Hermetic Philosophy is not an abstract intellectual pursuit. It is a lived experience that transforms real people in tangible ways. Whether it is finding the courage to leave a toxic situation, discovering a sense of purpose that had been missing, or simply learning to be present with one's own thoughts without being overwhelmed by them, the fruits of this work are evident in the lives of those who practice it. Every conversation becomes an invitation to begin -- or deepen -- your own journey.