Thriving Sun by Christopher Quiseng

Nature-based guiding and mentorship in Hawai'i for people seeking grounding, clarity, and reconnection.

Guided experiences rooted in ecopsychology, place, and lived relationship with the land.

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Guided Experiences & Offerings

THE RECONNECTION MENTORSHIP: NATURE-BASED MENTORSHIP FOR GUIDES, THERAPISTS, EDUCATORS, PROFESSIONALS, AND LEADERS IN TRANSITION

^{One-on-one mentorship designed to guide you back to yourself—your values, your inner knowing, and your relationship with the living world. This is not therapy or traditional coaching, but a thoughtfully held space to slow down, listen deeply, and reconnect with what feels most true and meaningful in your life right now.}

^{In Person and/or Virtual}

^{Four, 90-minute sessions over the course of two months.}

TESTIMONIALS ABOUT THE RECONNECTION MENTORSHIP"The most significant benefit has been a sense of returning to myself. The mentorship created space for me to slow down, listen, and allow deeper truths to surface without trying to force them. That kind of space is rare and incredibly valuable. I came away with more clarity, a deeper sense of reciprocity in how I move through the world, and a renewed connection to the land and to my own inner compass." -Licensed Professional Counselor, 2025"I think that working with Chris truly made me recognize nature as it really is. I realized that nature is everywhere, not just far in the woods but all around us. I think that being able to see nature and acknowledging it in whatever form is one element that Chris showed me. Now, it feels wrong to not take a moment to acknowledge the river before I jump in my kayak. It feels wrong to not say thank you to the mountain after a climb. Taking time to feel the river or to feel the rock is a new way for me to connect and respect the environment... Chris showed me that ecopsychology is not only the way to rebuild the link humans have with nature but it is also how we rebuild the connection with ourselves and our community." -Adventure Guide & Student, 2025

GUIDED WALKS & HIKES FOR VISITORS AND LOCALS

^{Slow, intentional walks through Hawai'i's landscapes that blend natural history, cultural context, and reflective practice.}

^{2 - 4 Hours}

^{Small groups or private, public, and custom options.}

PRIVATE ECO-GUIDING & CUSTOM EXPERIENCES FOR COUPLES, FAMILIES, CREATIVES, JOURNALISTS, PROFESSIONALS

^{Personalized, place-based guiding shaped around your interests, pace, and intention.}

^{Half or Full Day}

^{Custom locations, deeper dialogue & context.}

TESTIMONIALS ABOUT ECO-GUIDING"Chris is an amalgamation of an ecological textbook, trail runner, leader, and singer-storyteller. He is astounding as a guide and a human. He took us on a near half-marathon adventure through the little-known trails of the park, and as a cherry on top, across the volcano crater floor itself. He wowed us with ancient knowledge and oral histories (Pele’s tears being my favorite! Ask him about them.), traditions and songs, and animal and plant knowledge that I’ll remember until the day I die (the Kamehameha butterfly and its symbiotic relationship with a species of plant)." (Past client, February 2025)"An old friend has worked with Chris for several years and gifted me with a session. I knew little about what to expect but went in with curiosity and an open mind/heart. Chris created ritual with song/chant, a circle and a prompt to ponder when I went for my solo walk. The time alone and the time with Chris was rich, full, gentle and meaningful. I always felt respected, safe, seen and heard. Connecting with self, earth, ocean, jungle as well as with Chris' learning, wisdom and sweet heart was a joy." (Past client, March 2024)"Chris is an amazing educator and facilitator. I was lucky enough to work with him twice with two separate groups of students over this past summer. He has an incredible awareness and attentiveness towards people that I'm sure are just the surface level of why my students walked away with a deeper connection to nature. While these workshops were meant for my students, I walked away inspired and revitalized to continue on my path as an educator."
-Andrew S., Thriving Sun Partner