An Upcoming Book by Jon Pease, M.A., LMFT
The Nine Energetic Betrayals©
Finding Energetic Balance.
A Culmination of 18+ Years of Practice
Throughout nearly two decades of clinical therapy and advising, one pattern has become undeniably clear: we often act in ways that betray our own core energy.
The Nine Energetic Betrayals© explores the intersections of masculine and feminine energies, explaining how we unconsciously compromise our power to survive or adapt. More importantly, it provides ways to understand which energy you are operating out of, and how to find integration between both sides of your energetic output.
The Core Framework
Below the surface of every action, our brains make instinctual decisions tied to fundamental energetic drives. This framework helps us recognize and repair those protective "betrayals."
Altus™ & Terra™
Altus represents spiritual energy—vision, expansiveness, and transcendence. Terra grounds us with earthly energy—presence, security, and connection.
Viridis™ & Cordia™
Within those energies are purposeful counterparts: Viridis calls for strength and courage (push), while Cordia pulls us toward emotional stability and belonging.
Excerpts from the Manuscript
"When we move unconsciously, we fall into habits that disconnect us from our emotional and spiritual needs. When we move against our own deeper, often unexpressed needs, we betray ourselves. These betrayals appear in obvious ways—yelling, avoiding, overindulging, doom-scrolling—but they also sneak in in subtler ways: a careless word, a shrug, a reckless choice."
"Embarking on this journey, it's essential to understand that reading these words won't 'fix' you—because you're not broken. Every individual is inherently complete and whole. However, societal pressures and self-imposed labels, such as good or bad, right or wrong, and smart or stupid, fragment our sense of self."
"As you delve into these pages, remember that with the consistent practice of heightened awareness, you have the power to select energetic responses and to limit energetic betrayals. Self-trust is the cornerstone of living an Integrated life."
The Ecosystem: The Energetic Compass
To further bring these ideas to life, there is an interactive card-based companion game: The Energetic Compass. It helps players playfully explore the four energetic quadrants (and the disruptive "monsters" of Fusion) while practicing real-life dilemma solving.
For Agents & Publishers: This is not just a book, but an entire ecosystem. The card game provides a tangible, approachable entry point into deep psychological work. It makes tracking emotional awareness playful, allowing readers to interact with the framework in groups, families, or corporate teams.