Phoenix Rising: Navigating Life’s Twists and Turns

Zen Benefiel
2 min readJan 29, 2024

My Story of Adapting to Change and Finding New Paths

In “ZERO to ONE,” I recount the significant turns my life has taken, moments that have tested my resilience and prompted me to adapt and grow. My move to Phoenix stands out as a particularly transformative period, marked by both personal challenges and profound discoveries.

The Call to Phoenix

The decision to move to Phoenix was not a planned one; it was a response to a sudden and clear directive I received during a time of uncertainty and need. This move, prompted by what I can only describe as a blend of intuition and external guidance, marked the beginning of a new chapter, one that would challenge and ultimately shape me in ways I never expected.

Encountering Loss and New Beginnings

Shortly after settling in Phoenix, I faced the loss of a childhood friend, which brought a new depth to my understanding of life and death. It was during this period that I began to more deeply explore the nature of our existence and the possibilities that lie beyond our physical reality. This exploration was not just an intellectual pursuit; it was a deeply personal journey into the mysteries of life and death.

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Zen Benefiel

Vulnerable and radically curious toward harmony among people and planet. Co-Executive Director of Live and Let Live Global Peace Movement and Foundation.