“Being in the now moment is something you DO, not something that just happens. And the way you do 'being in the now moment' is by being aware.”
- Bill Harris
Issue #519 – Monday, March 16, 2026
There are certain moments in our lives when we witness something that makes us think…
…“Wow, the world is a beautiful, mysterious place.”
It could be watching the morning mist glide across a still lake in the countryside.
It could be the random teamwork of a group of strangers as they rescue a car crash victim from their overturned car.
It could even be your child taking their first breath on this earth.
These are all instances of awe - moments that scientists say have huge benefits for us.
And it’s the topic of a special essay that I want to share with you today from Mind Power Managing Editor Ryan Standifird.
Ryan explains how these moments of awe actually create major benefits for us, and he’ll give you some tips on how to foster more awe in your everyday life.
I know you’re going to love this!
Cheers,
MaryEllen Tribby
Centerpointe CEO
P.S.
P.S. Have you ever wanted to experience the wonder of the cosmos without leaving home?
Scroll down to our Check it Out section to learn about our upcoming Cosmic Consciousness Collection!
The Life-changing Power of Awe
How to Notice & Harness it
By Ryan Standifird
The most beautiful thing we can experience is the mysterious. It is the source of all true art and science. He to whom this emotion is a stranger, who can no longer pause to wonder and stand rapt in awe, is as good as dead: his eyes are closed.
-Albert Einstein
When was the last time you felt small in the shadow of a snow-capped mountain?
Or you relaxed in the grass as you watched a cumulus cloud drift by?
Have you recently appreciated the changing colors of the sunset?
If it’s been a while since you admired the wonder of nature, felt gratitude for a mentor, or marveled at the beauty of kindness…
…then you might be missing out on a hugely beneficial part of life:
The power of awe.
Awe: The Building Blocks of Our Reality
As a father of two young boys, I'm constantly inspired by how they experience the world around them.
My three-and-a-half-year-old, Jack, still stops dead in his tracks when he sees a school bus pass by. His whole face lights up as he points and shouts, "School bus!" as if he's witnessing a miracle.
And my youngest, Mylo, who's about a year and a half now, is in that magical stage where everything is still so brand new.
He'll clap excitedly by the way the water comes out of the shower head as I give him a bath. Or he'll stare in wonder at his own shadow mimicking his movements on the wall.
Watching them, I often think…
What's it like to see the world through their eyes? To experience reality without all the filters and assumptions that we adults carry around?
They must be struck with awe at every turn.
From snow falling from the sky to a dancing fire in the fireplace, I see their eyes lighting up with each new experience.
Every moment of awe causes their brains to make new connections. Their concept of reality is being assembled. And they're understanding how they fit into their world.
They're creating their own "internal maps of reality.”
And isn't it interesting that the times when we feel the power of awe the strongest, are also the times when we become children again? We feel small and filled with wonder at the grand mystery of the world around us.
When we are humbled by the vastness of the open sea or the power of a waterfall, we are reminded of a universe that is larger than we can possibly imagine. We are pulled out of our assumptions, our preconceived ideas about life are shattered…
…and we become a toddler watching shadows dance on the wall once again.
Our ego shrinks. We become open to seeing a new perspective. We get a sense that we are part of a bigger whole. The separate self dwindles.
It's all thanks to the power of awe.
The Benefits of Awe
That’s all well and good, but does experiencing awe actually have real, tangible benefits? What use is it?
Scientists have been looking into this for decades. The answer?
Yes - there are a ton of benefits to incorporating awe into your daily life.
One study found that awe calms down our nervous system, triggers the release of oxytocin (the love hormone), and lowers stress levels.
Other studies have found that awe:
Makes you feel more connected with other people and the environment
Improves your ability to express gratitude
Increases happiness and life satisfaction
Improves focus, attention and learning
Helps you live in the present moment
Makes you more compassionate
Improves immune response
Activates the vagus nerve
Raises your awareness
Lowers inflammation
Improves digestion
Slows heart rate
There are so many benefits to experiencing awe that it’s a little surprising it’s not a more widely-explored facet of our daily lives.
So… how do you get more awe in your life?
How to Have an Awesome Day - Every Day
A mother softly hums a lullaby as her newborn baby falls asleep in her arms.
A car stalls out in an intersection and a random stranger helps push it to safety.
The first flowers of spring begin to bloom at the local park.
Awe is all around us, if we know where to look.
In fact, being able to find awe in the mundane is one of the most beneficial life tools you can have in your belt.
But it’s not always easy to notice the beauty in our everyday normal, boring, same-old-same-old lives.
Stress, worries, distractions, fears, regrets, anxieties, and depression can prevent us from seeing the true beauty all around us. These steal our focus and drain the color from our world.
That’s why I want to share three tips that’ll make it easier for you to become aware of your awesome life that you are constantly forgetting is right there in front of you.
Tip #1: Get Out into Nature
Maybe you’ve noticed that a lot of the examples I’ve been using for awe have to do with nature. That’s because nature is essentially living art. When you can notice it, and focus on it, then you can start to build an appreciation for the planet that we live on, and begin to see that you, too, are a part of nature - a masterpiece in yourself.
It makes sense that some of the most sought-after vacation destinations have to do with natural wonders of the world.
The Northern Lights. The Grand Canyon. Mount Everest. Victoria Falls. The Great Barrier Reef. There are so many awe-inspiring examples of nature that will humble even the most smartphone-addicted teenager.
But you don’t need to book a flight or pack a bag to experience the awe that nature offers.
A local park, a community garden, and even a flock of geese passing over the neighborhood as the sun rises all offer opportunities to appreciate nature’s beauty.
Try taking a 10-15 minute walk outside with the intention of noticing nature and you might be surprised at what you find.
Tip #2: Look for the “Moral Beauty” of Others
If you’ve ever seen the comments below a YouTube video, then you know that there is a lot of moral ugliness out there. The internet inherently amplifies the negative aspects of ourselves because it drives clicks, shares, and engagement.
But if you were to spend more time with people face-to-face, then you’d see something different.
The next time you leave the house, look for the good in people.
You just might notice the kind grocery store clerk who goes out of their way to help an elderly woman carry her bags to the car.
You might see the tired neighbor who just got home from work throw a baseball around with his daughter.
You might even catch a glimpse of two college students helping each other study at the library.
Witnessing the goodness in others causes us to experience an inspiring sensation of awe that makes us want to go do good things too. It reminds us that people are better than they are made out to be online.
Tip #3: Improve Your Awareness with Meditation
Like I mentioned before, it’s tough to appreciate and become inspired by the awe around us if we’re focused on the wrong things - namely distractions, worries, and stresses of the day.
A daily practice of meditation (especially with Holosync) is the #1 way to reduce stress and hone your focus so that you aren’t so distracted.
When you meditate regularly, your awareness of your thoughts, feelings and actions automatically improves. This gives you a choice about those things.
Once you’re aware, you can choose to seek the awe in your life - which practically guarantees that you’ll find it.
The Easy Way to Get More Awe
If you're looking for a brand new way to inspire awe in your life…
…our new Cosmic Consciousness Collection can’t be beat.
From the slow oscillations surrounding black holes to the shimmer of the aurora borealis, this is a brand new Holosync collection that takes you on a journey through the cosmos without ever leaving home.
This special collection releases this Wednesday, March 18 and is a powerful way to foster more wonder and awe in your life.
Check It Out!
Cosmic Consciousness Collection
Journey into Sound, Space & Wonder
Pre-order Before March 18 & Save!
Explore the mysteries of the cosmos without leaving home!
This unique collection translates the sounds of pulsars, black holes, gravitational waves, and stellar nurseries into powerful meditation experiences using the most advanced neuroaudio technology we've ever created.
It’s the ultimate “explorer’s meditation guide to the galaxy” taking you to states of consciousness you’ve never experienced before.
Wise Words
“Being able to find awe in the mundane is one of the most
beneficial life tools you can have in your belt.”
- Ryan Standifird
This Really Happened
Yesterday all was great. I felt my mind was racing and a bit “rattled” and without any thought or emotion … just noise.
Today - day 2 was however exciting and “upbeat”! It captured me and my listening was intense yet peaceful and engaging! I enjoyed the entire experience. It was energizing as well! It left me feeling HAPPY ✨!
~Nikki M.
5-Day Challenge Participant
Everything Is Better in the MyHolosync App!
Have You Tried the New MyHolosync App Update Yet?
In addition to your previously purchased suites and soundtracks, your Awakening Prologue and Deeper Level tracks are now available to access right inside the MyHolosync App for Premium Subscribers!
That means your foundational Holosync journey is now seamlessly integrated wherever you are.
Simply look for “The Holosync Solution” section on the home screen to find and listen to your appropriate tracks.
It’s powerful. It’s convenient. And it’s designed to make your daily practice easier than ever.
Coming Soon to MyHolosync:
We are actively working on adding all of our course content into the app.
Our goal is simple:
To make MyHolosync your complete brain-optimization hub!
Stay tuned - we’re moving quickly.
Haven’t tried the MyHolosync App yet?
Listen to Our Brains ‘R’ Us Podcast
The Power of Flexibility
(& How it Saved My Life)
By Gregg Hendrix
Releases Wednesday, March 18, 2026
Listen anywhere you get your podcasts.
We Want to Hear From You!
When was the last time you experienced awe?
Post your story on our Facebook Page.
Not on Facebook? Tell me about the impact that meditation with Holosync has had on your daily life. Stress? Sleep? Weight Loss? Focus? Spiritual Connection? Other?
Email your story here:
Find Us On Facebook
Post your story on our Facebook Page.
Not On Facebook?
Email Us!
Pay It Forward:
Your story may profoundly affect the life of a person you never meet,
but who will be forever grateful.
