“Hi, I’m Nick Scoggins, and I’ve spent most of my life pursuing a question which goes something like this.

Is there an overriding functional philosophy that would allow one to adapt and manage one’s life in all its phases? This question comes from a background in martial arts and in acting. Both of which require that the craftsman be in the moment dealing with the unexpected at all times, and to do this they need an understanding of their instrument.

The Compass is a process by which one comes to understand oneself and one’s instrument, and allows the expression of that creativity to come through that instrument. I highly recommend it for anyone who has a creative side. ”

“Shari Carlson’s Compass Essentials class has had a life-sized impact on me. The class was a safe space where I felt comfortable opening up. I learned new things about myself that were beyond expectation. I now have tools to center myself when I feel anxious or feel off-balance. Moreover, I have a way to access the different parts of myself that I didn’t know existed. Each class has a dedicated person who facilitates, a dedicated person who demonstrates the physicality, and Shari gently guides you towards your emotional core.”

“Just hearing the words “Essential Compass,” I assumed it was a symbolic/spiritual practice. I didn’t know that while it is spiritual, it is literally a physical compass that we practice. This is a tool to navigate our lives and our world; from day to day choices, to bigger life issues. And that it helps us balance our body, mind, emotions and intuition. It has roots in martial arts and ancient wisdom. It is a practical tool, that combines science, art and spirit. Essential Compass is the GPS that helps us find and live our purpose.”

“I initially took the essential compass class to help me in my work as an actor. Not only did it help me in making better and more intuitive choices in my work, it helped me to make better choices in my own life. It’s like an organic divination tool. The more you do it, the better you become at it, the better it will work for you. If you’re patient, diligent, committed and do the work that it requires in order to learn it, your compass will reward you tenfold. It’s one of those things that if incorporated into your daily life, will literally change it for the best.”

“Essential Compass has helped me in various ways. First of all, it has enabled me to realize how much I have ignored my physical well-being. Following compass instructions has helped me to pay more attentional to my body, and let my body speak for itself. Secondly, compass has made my emotional world and mindful world more succinct and balance. In other words, i am more expressive of my emotions, and free of my thoughts. Thirdly, taking this class with so many talented people and wonderful instructors is a form of exemplifying solidarity and support. It is a safe place for us to show up, and speak up. Also, it is a brave place for us to feel vulnerable and emotional. It is exciting, it is scary, it is educational, it is personal, and it is emotional. But don’t worry, Shari, Anya, Jeff and many of us are with you on this journey. Highly recommended If you are seeking growth in your physical world, emotional world, mindful world and spiritual world.”

“The Essential Compass was eye-opening. Thank you so much for creating such an amazing workshop. Being able to compartmentalize my inner self and all of its many facets to enable me to find answers was groundbreaking. Many many thanks”

“Shari Carlson created this course to teach you how to listen to yourself. You have the answers. Your soul can show you where to go if you need more answers. Shari teaches you how to listen. Truly listen to your emotional, mindful, intuitive and physical self. The course is easy to take and teaches you to rely on yourself. You can take it in the comfort of your own home. There is a mix of 8 people allowed each time. The coaches have time to work with you and you will feel important and paid attention to. Who doesn’t want a way to find your own answers for every situation?

My husband Jeff works for the company and is a presenter. He will make you laugh. Anya will inspire you with her peaceful and helpful demonstrations. Shari will make you feel comfortable, whole, worthy, and will amaze you with her knowledge and coaching.

I have known about this course for over 5 years. I just took it last month and realized I didn’t understand it until I participated. It’s the only self help I’ve studied that actually teaches you to help yourself. Less need for books, therapists, google? Yes, please!”

“I use the Essential Compass pretty much daily now to ground myself (my mind has a bit of chatter!) and to make decisions. It’s my form of meditation/self-therapy. Usually takes 10-15 minutes for me and sneakily yields positive results every time. Highly recommended.”

“The Complete Compass gives you the unique opportunity to look at yourself from all sides, a 360 degree view.
It helps not only to discover yourself but also to understand where you are in relation to your surroundings and your life.
It is a tool to move life forward, to grow, be conscious and aware and to assess where you are and where you want to be.
Practicing the Complete Compass every day makes it possible to discover what to do to be the best you can be. The Complete Compass helps you to be the maximum you can be.”

“I have been a community builder since I was 5 years old. I have lived in 3 different continents over 50 plus years. With SIP, I live alone and doing my daily Essential Compass practice gave me the conscious commitment to achieve one of my personal goals. What I love about essential compass is it works from inside to outside!!! Just do it!!!”

“I had no expectation when l decided to take the essential compass. I am grateful that l had the opportunity to participate in the workshop. Even though l meditate on a regular basis, l have a difficult time concentrating. The approach to the compass is simple - it allows you to tap into different areas of your body such as your emotions, mindfulness, intuition to help you achieve your goals. And to understand how to integrate different facets of your body to work together to help you seek your truth and live an “authentic” life. The compass is a great tool to help keep you balanced in your professional or personal life.

In addition, the compass brings awareness to your unconscious patterns, body’s structure and habitual thoughts. The essential compass enables you to expand your ability to tolerate feelings and sensations and to access core beliefs which shape your life, relationships, career, and self-image. The compass is an important tool for anyone to use to overcome trauma and self-regulate one’s nervous system.

Thanks to Shari for dedicating so many years to bring this revolutionary Guide to life. Jeff Carlson is an excellent presenter, the workshop was fun, engaging, interactive, you do get a workout, but it’s fun. I plan on using this everyday and documenting my progress. Again, thanks to Shari, Jeff and Anya - they went above and beyond to ensure that we had fun.”

“My personality is very mind-oriented. Thus, throughout my life my mind has paid very little attention to my emotional, physical, or intuitive aspects. From taking the Compass I learned what a bully my mind has been to the rest of me! It has completely ignored my need for sufficient sleep, liquids and exercise. It has stuffed my feelings and ignored intuitive information. It has been amazing for my mind to learn that every part needs to be a team player for me to have a creative, healthy, and balanced life. The Compass is the best tool I have found to balance myself so that no part is getting too much or too little attention or control. It is great to ask myself questions and get answers from all my parts- not necessarily in agreement- and being able to work out those differences so I can move forward. I liked the online Compass course which gave me a portion to learn before getting the next portion. That way I could absorb the course so I don’t have to think about how to do it- it’s in my body memory now. It is important to do each portion’s movements enough that it becomes part of one’s body memory.”

“They say in LA, you can’t swing a cat by its tail without hitting an acting class. Well, in today’s ever growing world of seekers, it seems you can’t turn a corner without bumping into some form of ‘self help’. The Essential Compass is the only method I have found, and the only method you need to learn, to find the answers to the questions that rule your life. Understand what you do, why you do it and how to let go and finally be free. The secret is simple. The process works. Shari Carlson, the creator and teacher of The Essential Compass, shares a very profound truth you can only be so lucky to discover. You and only you, can source your own awareness. Using The Essential Compass as your guide, Shari will expertly and compassionately empower you to find the answers that can only be found in you.”