Jacob Goodson, born on May 10th, 1997, in Maryland, spent his formative years in Northern Virginia, experiencing the standard suburban life. Early life consisted of going to church on Sundays, as he was raised roman catholic. As well as going to school during the week and receiving average grades. As someone with a decent amount of friends and a social life, still he never felt he was one of the crowd, there was always a feeling of something missing. Never fully being understood or heard by friends or family led to poorly managed anger and emotional turbulence. Being forced to attend therapy that was unwanted and being sent to psychiatric hospitals only fostered deeper resentment within him. Not having the mindset for college, never having an interest in taking the SAT's, and at a loss for the next step of his life, Jacob decided to enlist.His life took a turn after a four-year stint in the US Navy. Towards the end of his navy career, something started pulling him to start exploring meditation seemingly out of nowhere, as if it were whispered by a divine presence. Mystical visions of the depth of reality occurred while in these beginning meditations leading him to explore the profound depths of existence. Through dedicated spiritual practice and years of coaching individuals through their own struggles, Jacob discovered his true calling as a spiritual guide. His expertise now serves to help individuals navigate personal growth and better their lives. Embodying the spirit of his book, Awakening, Jacob's journey exemplifies the transformative power of spiritual resilience.