Why Get Better Church?

Get Better Church aims to offer a fresh, transformative spiritual experience that thoughtfully sidesteps the common pitfalls associated with organized religion. By taking inspiration from the positive foundations of various spiritual traditions, Get Better Church focuses on personal growth, community support, and a modern approach to spirituality that evolves alongside its members. Here’s how Get Better Church reimagines “church” to provide a truly enriching, progressive experience:

Open Financial and Operational Transparency:

Unlike traditional churches that often operate with little financial transparency, Get Better Church will provide clear and open communication about its finances, from membership fees to how funds are used to support the community. This openness fosters trust, accountability, and a sense of shared ownership among members.

Inclusive and Diverse Leadership:

To embody true inclusivity, Get Better Church aims to incorporate diverse perspectives in its leadership structure, ensuring equal representation of gender, life experiences, and spiritual viewpoints. This approach avoids exclusionary practices and creates a supportive space for all backgrounds and orientations.

Guided Self-Exploration:

Rather than enforcing rigid doctrines, Get Better Church focuses on empowering members to become the authors of their own spiritual journey. With guidance rooted in principles from yoga, somatic practices, and universal values, members are encouraged to develop their own beliefs and practices. This self-directed approach respects individual autonomy and discourages dependency on authority figures.

Flexible, Non-Dogmatic Doctrine:

The church's 12 foundational principles are based on universal values from world religions, offering a flexible framework for growth rather than strict rules. These principles serve as guiding lights that members can adapt to their unique paths, fostering an environment where personal insights and growth are celebrated.

Focus on Healing and Integration:

At its core, Get Better Church is designed to support members in personal healing, using practices like microdosing, meditation, and community integration sessions. Weekly integration groups and guided meditations create safe spaces where members can process experiences and work toward mental, emotional, and spiritual growth in supportive, compassionate settings.

Weekly and Monthly Growth-Oriented Content:

With offerings such as “Sermon Sundays,” “Modality Mondays,” and monthly workbooks, Get Better Church provides continuous support for personal development. Each resource aligns with a monthly theme tied to one of the 12 principles, guiding members through practical steps to incorporate these values into their lives in meaningful, lasting ways.

Evidence-Based Practices for Health and Well-Being:

Drawing on scientific research and traditional wisdom, Get Better Church integrates tools like mindfulness, meditation, and safe microdosing practices to enhance members' well-being. The option to use niacin in microdosing products, for example, emphasizes safe dosing, underscoring the church's commitment to a mindful, research-backed approach to spiritual and psychological growth.

Adaptation and Learning:

Get Better Church aims to continually evolve based on feedback, new understandings, and insights from members and spiritual practices. By staying open to change, the church ensures it remains relevant and beneficial to its community, avoiding dogmatic stances that prevent growth.

Community-Driven Modalities and Content:

With community-shared “Modality Mondays” and an app for tracking daily moods and feelings, Get Better Church fosters a real sense of connection and mutual support. Members can both give and receive from the community, and the app helps members monitor their personal progress and understand their unique responses to different spiritual practices.

Transparency in Shared Data and Collective Progress:

By anonymously sharing aggregated data on member experiences, the church promotes transparency about what works and what doesn’t, building a shared knowledge base that benefits everyone. This data can also help guide future practices and offerings, ensuring the church meets the evolving needs of its community.

Yearly Retreats:

A yearly retreat included with membership offers a chance for members to immerse themselves in intensive growth experiences, building bonds with others in the community and engaging in transformative practices in a supportive environment. These retreats allow for a deepened connection with both self and community in ways that are difficult to achieve in weekly settings.

Non-Judgmental, Open Community:

Get Better Church is committed to creating a safe, non-judgmental space where individuals can be themselves without fear of social or spiritual repercussions. This approach ensures members feel accepted and valued, encouraging genuine participation and growth without the constraints of fear or shame.

Member-Driven Evolution: 

Recognizing that spirituality is a dynamic, evolving experience, Get Better Church listens to its members’ voices to shape its future. Feedback is welcomed, and members have a say in the community’s direction, ensuring the church remains a living, responsive entity that reflects the needs of its people.

By sidestepping the pitfalls of hierarchy, judgment, and rigidity found in many organized religions, Get Better Church offers an open, supportive, and transparent environment for those seeking growth, healing, and genuine connection. It not only fosters self-authority and inclusivity but also respects each member’s unique path, creating a true spiritual community that learns, evolves, and grows alongside its members. This approach allows Get Better Church to offer a higher-quality “church” experience, one rooted in the best aspects of tradition but unburdened by the limitations of the past.