The modern world thrives on hyper-availability.

Constant notifications, endless connectivity, and the expectation to always be "on" have depleted us.

In this state, it’s easy to lose sight of your values, passions, and goals. We become reactive rather than intentional, stuck in cycles of busyness that leave little room for reflection or growth.

In an era of rapid technological advancements, we stand at a pivotal moment in human history. Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the looming promise of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) are reshaping how we work, live, and connect.

For some, these changes provoke fear - a fear of obsolescence, being replaced, losing what it means to be human. But at Away retreats, we see this as humanity’s greatest opportunity yet: a chance to pause, reflect, and evolve.

After working in the creative space for some 20 years now, I have come to realise my life's purpose is to help people uncover their life's purpose. It is then an honour to help form those ideas into healthy, fundable, enjoyable businesses.

See, for us, Away is not just a response to technological disruption but a proud moment in human evolution.

By empowering you to discover and pursue your ikigai - your unique purpose - we can ensure that humanity survives and flourishes in this transformative age.

The Problem: Hyper-availability and Loss of Purpose

The problem of hyper-availability and loss of purpose is compounded by the rise of AI and AGI.

As machines take on more roles traditionally performed by humans, there’s a growing pressure to keep up, to adapt, to stay relevant.

Yet, the answer to this challenge doesn’t lie in competing with machines. It lies in embracing what makes us uniquely human: our creativity, our ability to find meaning, and our capacity to imagine futures that machines cannot.

The Pause: A Retreat from the Noise

The first step in this journey is a pause.

At Away retreats, we provide spaces - both physical and mental - for individuals to step back from the chaos of daily life. These are more than just retreats; they are sanctuaries for clarity.

In nature, where distractions fade and focus sharpens, you are invited to reconnect with yourself.

The pause is more than rest.

It’s creating the mental space necessary for deep, productive reflection. In this stillness, you can expect a somewhere near 50% gain in cognitive function as the brain restores. Within 72hrs the PFC overload from demands of modern life is nullified. In this new zone, the answers to our purpose guidebook become far easier to grasp.

The Reflection: Finding Your Ikigai

After pause comes reflection.

At Away, we guide individuals through the process, drawing on the Japanese concept of ikigai - a life’s purpose that sits at the intersection of what you love, what you’re good at, what the world needs, and what can sustain you.

This is not just about finding a career or a passion; it’s about aligning your entire life with your unique reason for being.

Through guided exercises, curated experiences, and intentional solitude, Away helps you uncover your ikigai.

Why? The clarity of purpose is the foundation for thriving in an age of machines. When you know why you’re here, you can approach the future with confidence, direction, and resilience.

The Creation: Thriving as a Creator

Once you’ve uncovered your purpose, the next step is action.

At Away, we believe that the future belongs to creators. This doesn’t just mean artists or entrepreneurs; it means anyone who takes control of their destiny, using their unique gifts to shape the world around them.

In the age of AI, being a creator means elevating above the technology - using it sparingly as a simple tool rather than being subjugated by it.

It’s about positioning yourself as a master of your reality, clearly seperate to the machines, using them to when sensible to amplify your impact. With purpose as your anchor, you become not just a participant in the future but an architect of it.

The Opportunity: A New Era for Humanity

This is humanity’s proudest moment yet.

Today we engage in development of purpose, an effort that can redefine what it means to be human.

By helping you find your ikigai and empowering you to act as a creator, we are participating in the living evolution of humankind.

Far from being a threat, the rise of AI and AGI can catalyse our growth.

Machines may take over tasks, but they cannot replicate our human spirit - our ability to dream, innovate, and create meaning.

By embracing this truth, we can ensure that the age of machines becomes the age of human flourishing.

At Away retreats, our mission is simple yet profound: to create creators. 

We provide the tools, spaces, and inspiration for you to pause, reflect, and emerge stronger.

This is your opportunity to evolve, to rise above the noise, and to lead with purpose.

Away is here to guide you on that journey, one purpose at a time.

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