Jan. 27, 2026

Gurdjieff: The Man Who Claimed to Wake the Sleeping World

Step into the enigmatic world of George Ivanovich Gurdjieff, one of the twentieth century’s most mysterious and influential spiritual teachers. This presentation explores Gurdjieff’s life, teachings, and legacy—from his shadowy origins in the Caucasus to his revolutionary Fourth Way, which challenged seekers to awaken in the midst of ordinary life. Discover the sacred dances, hypnotic music, and provocative methods that made Gurdjieff both revered and controversial. Learn about the remarkable students who helped transmit his ideas, the enduring impact on psychology, philosophy, and the arts, and the invitation to awaken that remains as urgent today as ever.
Key Topics:

The mysterious origins and lost years of Gurdjieff
The Fourth Way: awakening through work, family, and society
Sacred Movements and the architecture of the human machine
The Stop Exercise and the power of presence
The enneagram as a universal symbol
Collaborators and students: Ouspensky, de Hartmann, de Salzmann, and more
Written legacy: Beelzebub’s Tales, Meetings with Remarkable Men
Enduring influence on culture, psychology, and spiritual practice

Tags:
Spirituality, Mysticism, Self-Development, Psychology, Philosophy, Fourth Way, Gurdjieff, Sacred Movements, Consciousness, Awakening, Esoteric, History, Personal Growth, Mindfulness, Music, Dance, Enneagram
Call to Action (CTA):
Are you ready to challenge your assumptions and awaken from the mechanical patterns of daily life? Join us for this deep dive into Gurdjieff’s teachings and discover practical tools for self-observation, conscious effort, and intentional living. Don’t just learn—experience the invitation to wake up and become present to your own life.
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