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Zen has been writing for decades, exploring the dynamics of self-awareness and self-examination; ranked in the top 50 Global Thought Leaders and Influencers on Thinkers360.com. his author page on Amazon.

Orphaned at birth, his adoption led to a lifelong insatiable curiosity about connection. He learned from studying psychology and human development to investigating the frontiers of consciousness, extraterrestrial life, and the deeper patterns connecting all things as  planetary citizens.

An invitation

These books were never meant to sit on shelves. They were written as companions—reflections born of lived experience, long conversations, missteps, awakenings, and an enduring love for humanity’s potential to grow into itself.

At Planetary Citizens, our heartfelt desire is to give these works freely and widely. We believe wisdom wants to circulate, not accumulate. That said, we are still in the early stages of building the infrastructure, community, and resources needed to fully sustain this work. Until that foundation is more firmly in place, offering these books here is one of the practical ways we support our ongoing activities—our outreach, collaborations, content creation, and the living systems we’re cultivating together.

If this perspective resonates, please know your support goes far beyond a transaction. It becomes part of a larger story—one of stewarding ideas, nurturing dialogue, and co-creating pathways toward a more conscious, compassionate, and coherent world.

As our resources grow, so too will our capacity to give—more books, more programs, more shared spaces for discovery and action. We’re committed to that arc, and grateful for your presence along the way.

Thank you, in advance, for your trust, your curiosity, and your support. Every gesture matters. Every reader becomes part of the circle.

— Zen

Drawing on ancient texts, modern science and decades of transformational coaching, Zen Benefiel guides you through concentric chapters—awakening the Witness, surrendering the ego, ascending the values spiral and embodying the living code.

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The Recursive Awakening Series — A Synergistic Journey from Inner Realization to Planetary Activation

The Recursive Awakening series blends deep insight with practical application to help readers evolve personally, professionally, and collectively. Spiraling from Self to Source explores the inner architecture of consciousness and the patterns that shape identity, leadership, and planetary belonging. Aligning Heart, Mind, and Spirit operationalizes those insights with accessible practices for coherence, collaboration, regenerative thinking, and purposeful action. Together, these books guide readers to embody clarity, elevate their work, and contribute meaningfully to a more coherent, compassionate, and regenerative world.

As a synergistic pair, the books form a complete developmental arc:
Awaken → Align → Act → Evolve.
The first book elevates awareness; the second activates it. Together, they guide readers to become living codes of coherence — individuals whose inner harmony naturally amplifies organizational intelligence and contributes to a more conscious, compassionate, and regenerative world.

Zen takes you on a transformative journey into the rhythms that connect your inner world with the living systems around you. Drawing on cutting-edge neuroscience, ancient spiritual traditions, and decades of lived practice, this book reveals the “recursive code” that unites coherence, community, and co-creation.

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Benefiel’s writing style is engaging and accessible, striking a balance between depth and clarity. He seamlessly weaves together personal anecdotes, philosophical musings, and scientific insights to create a comprehensive exploration of the nature of reality and our place within it. While the subject matter can be complex, Benefiel does an excellent job of presenting his ideas in a relatable and understandable manner.

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Each day offers a new layer of growth, focusing on understanding and reshaping patterns, clearing emotional blockages, and embracing holistic self-awareness. From learning to “let go” of past burdens to aligning with a sense of purpose, this 30-day cycle is a unique guide to developing personal discipline and inner strength. Rooted in practical tools and timeless wisdom, this journey encourages participants to embrace the cosmic flow of life, achieving harmony within and connection with the world.

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The thread of truth, shared patterns and processes, led to further research into the patterns of experiences within ‘high strangeness’ that became a seminal book,  Stubbing My T.O.E. on Purpose, which garnered several interviews with a thought-leader of our time, Dr. Jeffrey Mishlove. ZERO to ONE explores the development of consciousness and contact in the 21st Century, citing possibilities for aligning experiential understanding with modern scientific proofs that could indeed move us forward toward a regenerative culture and Type I civilization. 

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Embark on a transformative journey that explores the principles of servant leadership—a philosophy that transcends conventional leadership models. Discover how servant leadership empowers individuals and organizations to thrive by fostering purpose, embracing change, and cultivating authentic connections.

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One World: Uniting Voices – Conversations for a United World,  inspired by decades of research on creating coherence in relationships, is a captivating compilation of dialogues that traverse the vast landscapes of human consciousness, global unity, and transformative change. Vol 1 – Year 1.

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Dive into ‘The Unconventional Conventionalist: Coagulating Possibilities from Chaos,’ a riveting exploration of the boundless potential that lies within each of us, waiting to be unlocked. This book is not merely a collection of experiences; it is a roadmap for transcending the ordinary, guided by the innovative and strategic thinking of the author.

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Zen Benefiel takes you on an inspiring journey beyond traditional models of leadership, offering practical insights to help you lead with purpose, mindfulness, and a deep sense of interconnectedness.

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Embark on a captivating and transformative journey of profound insights and spiritual awakening with “Near-Death of a Different Sort: Dying to Know the Truth” by Zen Benefiel. In this thought-provoking Kindle book, Zen Benefiel invites you to delve into the extraordinary realm of near-death experiences and explore the mysteries that lie beyond our physical existence.

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Drawing on over 30 years of experience, Zen takes readers on a step-by-step journey to unlock their highest potential, overcome limiting beliefs, and embody the vision of their future self—today. Through inspiring teachings and actionable exercises, you’ll discover how to align mind, body, and spirit, creating a life of clarity, balance, and fulfillment.

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The GOD Participle explores both science and spirituality in an unexpected and perhaps seminal view, combining wit and wisdom for the new millennium. It concludes with an interesting postulation regarding the GOD Particle, the Higgs-boson, and its potential for new understanding beyond the supposed scientific discovery. It will make sense, too.

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From corporate conundrums in workplace learning and performance to political postulates for serving the needs of society to religious rhetoric meant to free our souls’ purpose to manifest in our daily lives to extraterrestrial contacts and messages of oneness… its a full stop when simple and obvious questions arise.

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“Awaken the Power Within” is a roadmap for personal transformation, offering guidance and inspiration to those who seek to awaken their inner power and live authentically. This book is a must have for the curious seeker of truth within, a place of wisdom for life.

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Zen Benefiel is a master storyteller whose gift lies in his rare ability to weave the inner landscape of human consciousness with the outer realities of life, leadership, and planetary responsibility. His stories do not merely inform—they translate.

from lived experience, including a profound near-death awakening, decades of facilitation, and deep inquiry into consciousness, Zen bridges the unseen and the tangible with elegance and clarity. Listeners and readers often find themselves recognizing their own inner questions reflected back through his narratives, as Zen gently reveals the simplicity hidden within complexity—making abstract ideas feel intimate, grounded, and immediately relevant

What sets Zen apart is how his storytelling functions as a connective tissue between personal meaning and collective action. He has an innate capacity to move fluidly between inner awareness and outer systems—between vulnerability and strategy, spirit and structure—without losing coherence.

His stories invite people to inhabit a wider scope of consciousness while remaining fully engaged with the practical demands of business, community, and planetary stewardship. In this way, Zen’s storytelling becomes an act of integration: aligning heart and mind, self and society, and vision and action—leaving audiences not only inspired, but oriented toward purposeful participation in a living, evolving world

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