Values
Healing the Wasteland
The heroic journey is not an egocentric storytelling model for glorifying individual worldly accomplishment, but rather the Western esoteric tradition’s response to the Wasteland—the fallen (psychological, social, and ecological) state of a society usurped by dominator structures which have desecrated the feminine and the natural world. Committing to the Quest means seeking the Grail (psychospiritual wholeness) for ourselves so that we may reimagine our world, together.
Alignment to Higher Will
By surrendering to Higher Will, our true purpose unfolds naturally as we follow our intuitive guidance and the heart's true desires. Rather than attempting to manipulate universal laws to fulfill ego-driven desires, we align with the Highest Power and follow inspired action towards the highest good of all.
Sovereignty
We honor free will by not attempting to bend the will of others, either overtly through control or subtly through persuasion. While there are practices to purify the mind-body system to access higher levels of consciousness, we don't define rules around "pure" behavior (e.g., dress, diet, exercise) for membership.
Integrity
Rather than focus on moral rules of right and wrong, we emphasize integrity—merging head and heart and aligning inspired thought, word, and action. We commit to living by inner wisdom as a path to divinity and aim for authenticity.
Sacred in the Mundane
We believe life is inherently magical and sacred, serving as a mirror for our soul lessons, where small acts of everyday courage can create new archetypal possibilities and affect the greater cosmic order (i.e., the Law of Correspondence; “As Above, So Below; As Within, So Without.”).
Play
We embrace creativity and laughter as expansive, regenerative practices. Profound healing can feel like joyful exploration. We encourage the discovery and expression of soul gifts and freedom from perfectionism.
Goodwill
Your story is welcome—valued as sacred—here. We are here to listen with compassion, to learn from and uplift one another as witnesses and cheerleaders along the journey. We confide our challenges and celebrate victories together with the spirit of goodwill. We practice "Yes, and..."
Universal Consciousness
We honor the divine spark (call it the soul, Higher Self, or Godessence) within all beings. We honor the truth underlying all wisdom traditions which guide us towards the Highest Power, respecting individuals from all cultural and religious backgrounds.
The (Brief) Backstory
From Side Quest to Sacred Mission: The Birth of Robes of Light
Cassidy Dawn and Susan Reardon are both spiritual healers and visionary creatives who are also pros when it comes to facilitating transformative online learning experiences.
They met at Columbia University’s Spirituality, Mind, and Body Institute, each on their own side quests but unknowingly exploring a similar subject in their graduate research: the hero’s journey.
Years later, they reunited and began a weekly practice of mutual spiritual coaching, syncing their lives to the rhythm of the sun and moon. What followed was profound: increased synchronicity, heightened creativity, and a deepened sense of purpose and authenticity.
From this living experiment, Robes of Light was born—an online spiritual adventure designed to help you recalibrate your inner compass:
- align your personal will with Higher Will;
- flow through life with divine timing;
- reconnect with your soul powers, your intuitive and creative gifts.
Basically, turn fate into destiny.
Inspired by ancient wisdom and modern science of consciousness, their work invites you into a life of real magic that is based in God (Source, Spirit, or your Word for the Highest Power).
But rather than tell you about it, they prefer you to have an experience for yourself.
Robes of Light kicks off a new season every equinox and solstice with a virtual live show card reading that is open to anyone and, as always, held in a sacred container.
Image: "The Women Who Dance for God," Susan Reardon, 2022
Your Wayshowers
Susan Reardon
As a child Susan was a sensitive spirit-body full of energy; always moving, twirling, flipping, dancing, balancing, and stretching the limits of her little body.
Her love of human movement informed her decision to study exercise physiology in her early adult years. It was her sensitivity however that lead her to discover her natural abilities as a spiritual healer. Captivated by the mysterious synergy of spirit and body Susan has utilized yin breathwork in the practice of spirit-mind-body alignment and integration for 25 years in order to cultivate space and stillness as a way to know her Self and the Presence.
Susan is most inspired by movements of Love and the dance of relationship. She feels most at home in nature, in quiet intimate settings, and with animals. Her creative outlets include cooking, mixed media art, and living life as a dance/art process utilizing color, vibration, and texture to inspire each of these areas.
Susan is an Ordained Minister in the Sanctuary of the Beloved Church, IAYT Certified Yoga Therapist, and Spiritual Healer. She currently resides in the suburbs of Atlanta, Georgia with her partner of 20 years and her cat, Phoebe.
Cassidy Dawn
Before Cassidy was old enough to read, she was captivated by words and story. Her natural affinity for communication later informed her academic pursuits as she studied rhetoric, creative writing, literature, archetypal psychology, and the science of consciousness. She discovered that this knowledge paired with her intuition was ideal for cartomancy as a tool for spiritual healing.
In her early adult years, Cassidy took a deep dive studying the purpose and practice of education: pedagogy, curriculum design, social and emotional learning, and creativity. For over a decade she has supported others in their process of creative self-actualization through writing, curriculum design, and business development.
A lifelong journaler, Cassidy can usually be found with pen in hand, ready to jot down the latest insight, prayer, or doodle. She enjoys being in nature, as well as singing and dancing around the house.
Cassidy is an Ordained Minister in the Sanctuary of the Beloved Church, initiate of the Magdalene Heart Path, and disciple of the Siddhanath Yoga Sangh. She is honored to have received healing and wisdom transmissions from master teachers, human and plant alike. She lives with her husband, daughter, and two Siberian cats wherever the Mystery leads them.