Caroline Nguyen
Basic Info
- Location: Portland, Oregon
- Met: A few years ago through crypto/Web3 circles
- Contact: [Unknown]
Background
Caroline is an old friend from Gary's crypto days. She lives in Portland, Oregon, where she appreciates the natural landscape but has been too homebound. She has a philosophical and spiritual orientation, drawn to poetry, contemplative practices, and figures like David Whyte. She appears to participate in online communities focused on personal growth and spiritual awakening.
Philosophical Interests
- David Whyte: Follows the Irish poet and philosopher known for "invitational identity" and "invitational leadership"
- Integrative Spirituality: Interested in universal Christianity and Zen Buddhism
- Contemplative Practice: Values slowing down, sitting with dreams, and resisting the "click temptation" of modern digital life
- Poetry as Spiritual Medium: Appreciates poetry as a way to access deeper truths
Key Concepts (from David Whyte call she shared)
- Invitational Identity: Framework around opening yourself to frightening invitations that lead to redemption and grace
- Magic Lost Through Planning: "The magic of this world is lost immediately the moment you begin to make plans"
- Peter Walking on Water: Image of courageous commitment - reaching out to Jesus and asking to come out on the water
Transcripts
| Transcript ID | Date | Summary |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-01-04-gary-caroline-nguyen-reunion-invitation-commitment | 2026-01-04 | Reconnection call after long hiatus; Gary shared baptism and spiritual sabbatical journey; Caroline shared David Whyte's "invitational identity" framework; mutual reflection on slowing down and quality of commitment in age of AI |
Notes & Observations
- Warm, thoughtful communicator
- Values depth over speed
- Busy schedule (had to leave for another call)
- Open to spiritual discussion from multiple traditions
- Expressed genuine joy at Gary's spiritual journey and baptism