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Torie Smith
Living the Galactic Dream and Inspiring a New Era
In a world where personal growth and professional success are often seen as separate pursuits, Torie Smith stands out as a beacon of holistic achievement. Her life is a testament to the power of integrating personal authenticity with professional ambition. As a visionary entrepreneur and a guiding force behind Empathic Gangster®, Torie has transformed her unique journey into a multidimensional tapestry of wisdom, creativity, and resilience. Her story, shaped by a rich tapestry of experiences, offers invaluable insights into living a life brimming with purpose, adventure, and cosmic connection.
Early Life and Formative Influences
Growing up in Southern California, amidst the rustic charm of the countryside and the cultural diversity of five Indian reservations, Torie’s childhood was a vibrant mix of adventure, nature, music, and art. The simplicity of a life without sidewalks or supermarkets, where everyone knew each other, fostered a strong sense of community and belonging. Her parents, the epitome of integrity and positivity, were her first and most profound influencers.
Her father, a dynamic blend of athleticism, wisdom, and pragmatism, emphasized the importance of health, fitness, and mental clarity. He believed in “quality over quantity” and taught Torie to value experiences over material wealth. Her mother, a paragon of kindness and creativity, instilled in her the virtues of self-care, gratitude, and the relentless pursuit of self-discovery. This nurturing environment, rich in life lessons and filled with the wisdom of her extended family and friends, provided a foundation of competence and confidence that would later define her unique path in life.
Navigating Challenges and Embracing Growth
From an early age, Torie displayed an inquisitive nature and a maturity beyond her years. Her childhood was not without challenges; she was a keen observer, often contemplating the maturity and intelligence of those around her. Unlike most children, Torie was included in adult conversations and situations, cultivating an early appreciation for mature activities and a deep-seated love for speed and adventure. This “go hard in the paint” attitude was both a gift and a challenge, pushing her to the brink but also propelling her forward.
At fifteen, a turning point arrived when her mother, recognizing her street-smart independence, sent her to therapy to explore self-direction. This intervention led to a new chapter in a private art school, where Torie’s entrepreneurial spirit began to take root. She faced further trials, including a youthful romantic entanglement fueled by substance abuse. Yet, thanks to her mother’s unwavering support and intervention, Torie emerged stronger, with a renewed sense of direction and purpose.
Education and the Birth of an Entrepreneurial Spirit
Torie’s educational journey was as unconventional as her upbringing. While she officially holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Visual Communications, Torie views life itself as the ultimate educator. Her entrepreneurial spirit, nurtured from a young age, thrived on her parents’ values of integrity, professionalism, and humility. She navigated through traditional education by leveraging her artistic talents, always seeking to learn from real-life experiences rather than textbooks.
From psychology to art, branding to customer care, Torie’s self-directed learning was broad and deep. She was fascinated by architecture, marine biology, human behavior, and the intricacies of the mind. Her passion for understanding relationships and social constructs led her to a profound understanding of happiness and fulfillment. To Torie, every interaction was an opportunity to sharpen her skills, every job a chance to refine her professional identity. Her early career was marked by a desire to “go hard” in every endeavor, proving that fun and professionalism could coexist harmoniously.
Overcoming Adversity and Redefining Reality
Torie’s journey has not been without significant obstacles. One of her most transformative experiences was a massive Kundalini awakening in 2018, a profound spiritual event that redefined her understanding of reality and her own identity. This awakening shattered her existing paradigms, thrusting her into a journey of cosmic self-discovery and mastery. Suddenly, she found herself capable of telepathic communication with a higher consciousness, perceiving reality through a complex tapestry of colors, shapes, and energetic imprints.
This newfound awareness profoundly affected her personal life, including her marriage, where she often felt isolated in her experiences. Yet, Torie embraced these challenges with resilience and creativity. She took a hiatus from the digital world to recalibrate, immersing herself in nature and the comforting embrace of her family. The practice of slow living, combined with a physician-guided psychedelic therapy program, provided her with the clarity and resolve to continue her journey of self-mastery.
Achievements and Current Endeavors
Despite the challenges, Torie’s achievements are manifold. She is most proud of her deep, loving relationships with her husband and children, which she views as her greatest accomplishments. Professionally, she is on the cusp of launching a groundbreaking initiative: the Galactic Attunement℠ Experience in Las Vegas. This venture aims to integrate galactic wisdom into artistic, multi-sensory experiences, providing a “once-in-a-lifetime” journey for participants.
Torie’s work with Empathic Gangster® is also gaining momentum, as she prepares to open her first physical office while collaborating on various projects that promise to expand her influence globally. She continues to balance her multiple roles with grace, managing a household, raising her children, and pursuing her professional goals with unwavering dedication.
Philosophy and Vision for the Future
Guided by a philosophy that life is an adventure to be explored, Torie’s approach to life and business is grounded in respect, neutrality, and the belief that every individual brings unique value to the table. She sees every challenge as an opportunity, every encounter as a chance to learn and grow. Her role models—her parents, friends, husband, and children—have all shaped her journey, teaching her the importance of love, resilience, and creativity.
Looking ahead, Torie envisions a future where her artistic, entrepreneurial, and spiritual pursuits converge seamlessly. She dreams of a world where cosmic consciousness and galactic awareness become part of everyday life, where people can connect on deeper, more meaningful levels. Her goals for the next decade include expanding her business, enjoying more personal adventures with her family, and continuing to explore the infinite possibilities of human potential.
Legacy and Impact
Torie hopes to leave behind a legacy of inspiration and empowerment. She wants people to recognize their own divine potential and embrace life with joy and curiosity. Her work is a reflection of her desire to remind humanity of its cosmic magnificence, encouraging others to see beyond the mundane and embrace their own unique path. For Torie, life is about more than just existing; it’s about thriving, exploring, and celebrating every moment.
Torie Smith’s journey is a powerful reminder that life’s greatest achievements often come from embracing our unique paths, however unconventional they may be. Her story is one of resilience, creativity, and an unwavering commitment to personal and professional growth. As she continues to blaze new trails, Torie serves as an inspiration to all who seek to live authentically and boldly, reminding us that we are all part of a cosmic adventure worth exploring.
2024 Voices of Brilliance Edition | Brilliance Magazine | VOL03 ISSUE01 DECEMBER 2024 COLLECTOR’S EDITION
Discovering Inner Harmony and Galactic Attunement™ with Torie Smith
BEHIND the SCENES: The Original (Article) Interview Questions
Here is a behind the scenes look at the initial interview questions that lead to the final article. One of my favorite parts of art is witnessing the “behind the scenes” or “the making of”. There is so much juciness that gets left on the cutting room floor. I also really enjoy transparency and witnessing how the first persons actual words were interpreted by the journalist. I just love being able to experience things from multiple angles and perspectives, so when I have the opportunity to share them, I do.
Questionnaire of “Voices of Brilliance”
Please answer the following questions so we can write a 4-page article about you in our collector’s edition Voices of Brilliance. The average words to write an answer to a question are mentioned after the question. The word count per answer can be less or more as per your experience and/or what and how much you want to highlight as per your willingness. If any question isn’t relatable to you or you don’t want to answer any question you can mention NA.
1. Early Life and Background
Could you tell us about your early life and family background? What were some formative experiences or influences?
Answer:
Growing up; friendship, nature, adventure, music and art was life! I grew up in the country of Southern California, surrounded by five Indian Reservations. Where there were no sidewalks, no grocery stores and everyone knew everyone (my mom worked at the town beauty shop).
My parents were the coolest people I knew; they were competent and capable, articulate and passionate about integrity and positivity.
My dad is a phenomenal athlete, a building inspector for schools and hospitals and a boat captain; he was incredibly vocal about the importance of health, fitness and being clear headed. He led by example in every category; he showed me the importance of friendship and building revenue streams that allowed you to live a life that was full of adventure and making memories.
He wasn’t into labels or being flashy, he simply prioritized, ‘quality over quantity’ and thought that it was nobody’s business how much money someone has.
My mom is one of the wisest women I know; leading by example, through; kindness, creativity, hygiene and class. My mom was a Mary Kay consultant and manicurist when I was growing up, so there was always a conscious awareness around, taking care of ones Self and being put together. She was driven by, ‘looking for the silver lining’, focusing on the positive and discovering the gratitude in every situation.
Faith and community has always been her back bone. She had been on a journey of self discovery, self reflection and self expansion most of my young life. She would often share her findings and we would share our mutual interest for studying behavior, happiness and fulfillment, together. To this day my mom and I’s chat’s are some of my favorites and most profound.
My mom always prioritized my sister and I’s happiness and health; often going to bat for us when it came to getting braces, tutoring and therapy sessions.
* My best friend(s), grandparents and my parents friends, all played an intricate part in providing a wide gamut of reflections and professional ways of operating. The level of maturity in which I grew up surrounded by, is something I attest to my ability to navigate any waters. The level of competence and confidence I perceived growing up, is a level at which I have held humanity; knowing everyone is capable of this capacity.
What kind of challenges did you face growing up? How did your upbringing shape who you are today?
Answer:
I was born a little different; I was a very observant child and rather inquisitive. I can recall a BBQ my dad took me to when I was five, and I remember having the conscious conversation with myself that age does not equal maturity or intelligence.
Being a mini adult, my parents rarely treated me as a child and I was included in conversations, dialect and situations that most children are not. I found a passion and love for speed. I just adored going fast, riding motorcycles, dune buggies and speed boats… I love the smell of gasoline and the sound of an engine.
This appreciation for mature activities combined with the social programming of the late 90’s early 2000’s fueled my organic, “go hard in the paint” attitude. By the time I was fifteen my mom came to me and told me, “I can not guide you any longer. You are more street wise and experienced at your age, than I am at mine”.
She decided to send me to therapy to give me an opportunity to express myself and discover a sense of self direction, and it worked. Shortly after, I found myself on way to a private art school.
I fell in love at a very young age, by the time I was seventeen I was involved in a very adult-like romantic relationship; but it was also being fueled by an unhealthy amount of substances.
I was blessed to have a mother who stepped in, who put her foot down, who was transparent and honest with me and it sent me in a new direction.
2. Education and Initial Career
Describe your educational journey. What did you study, and why did you choose that field?
Answer:
I was born with the entrepreneurial spirit, but I had no idea that it was going to develop into what it has become today. My parents prioritizations of morality, integrity, professionalism and humility have been a grounding force in my educational/entrepreneurial journey.
School was something I often negotiated my way through, because I wasn’t interested in most topics, so I would lean on my artistic strengths, at all opportunities (opportunities I would have to create for myself).
I quickly discovered that LIFE is the greatest school, there is. That every moment of every day is an opportunity to define oneself and declare ones standpoint.
Yes, I have a Bachelor Degree in Visual Communications but it’s the people, the friendships, the experiences I’ve had with others, that has taught me the most.
The truth is, I have been training, preparing and collecting; data, priceless contacts, imperative information, next level connections and ‘once in a lifetime’ innerstanding, my entire life.
Consciously studying psychology, astrology, biology, physiology, art, design, branding, advertising, customer care and hospitality, from an early age.
As a kid I was intrigued with architecture, sound, the stars, design, dance, photography, marine biology, technology, physical performance, nutrition, texture, entertainment, publishing, entrepreneurship and human behavior.
I took a vested interest in relationship(s) and the brain. Spending a majority of my teenage years studying the mind, social constructs and emotional defense responses and what fulfillment and happiness actually entails.
At the end of the day, I feel like I have been living a very destined path, and my perspective and relationship with everything that presents itself have been defining factors.
Can you discuss the beginning of your career? What were your first jobs, and what lessons did you learn from them?
Answer:
I love to bust a move; I love “going hard in the paint” casually, I am an incredibly passionate, ‘full throttle’ type gal and “working” has never felt like work.
I realized very early on that there was so much more to going to work than the narrative that existed. I have never found the experience anything by an exhilarating opportunity to get paid to go to school, and to become a sharper version of myself.
I love seeing what I’m made of, I love impressing myself, I love smashing records by simply being myself. I love proving to myself that fun and professionalism is always the answer.
I’m not a super serious individual; I love to play, adventure and to celebrate but I also understand, there’s a time and a place and how to ride the finesse of being raw-real and being professional.
At the end of the day, I realized my career path had begun the day I was born, and realistically before I came to this timeline. I was born with such a specific way of operating, that it seems as though I have been collecting this wisdom over many lifetimes.
Customer Care has always been my jam; I love people, I love friendship and I have a photographic memory, in which I utilize to create memorable interactions.
My imagination and creativity has always been my best friend and I love to create unique multi-sensory experiences for people. My mom was a manicurist for decades; so I grew up in the beauty salon and I was greatly inspired by spa life.
When I was a kid, my sister’s friends would come over and I would put together these little massage experiences, with lights and textures and music. I found so much joy in the experience of providing “surprise”, in the midst of treating and pampering.
Fast forward to today; I am currently crafting my Galactic Attunement℠ experiences; preparing to launch and open my first physical office here in Las Vegas, Nevada. Where I will integrate Galactic knowing and wisdom into an artistic, multi-sensory, unforgettable ‘once in a lifetime’ experiences.
3. Overcoming Adversity (200 words total)
What significant obstacles have you encountered in your personal or professional life?
Answer:
One might think that my passion, love and admiration of the opposite sex would have been an obstacle; but it became a golden door for me. I love and adore every walk of life and I am a girly tomboy at heart and I am in love with “boy things”. I see myself as an athlete, a nature enthusiast and an extreme sports lover.
My brain doesn’t perceive “issues, problems or obstacles” simply; opportunities, options and infinite possibilities.
We determine our relationship with the narratives at which we assign to ‘all that is” and I just love, admire and adore “all of the things”. I organically see the neutrality, the uniqueness, and the magnificence of everyone and everything. I don’t know what “normal” means, I don’t compute “suppose to be”; I simply see Divine Cosmic Flawlessness in ‘all that is’.
That being said, I experienced a massive Kundalini Awakening in 2018 that completely obliterated everything I thought I know about this reality and who and WHAT I am. This incredible moment sent me on a whirlwind adventure of Cosmic Self Discovery and Galactic Self Mastery.
Here’s the deal; “What most people have to dose to experience, that’s my casual everyday. I experience everything through a holographic filter. My reality communicates through colors, shapes, images, ethereal essence and energetic imprints. When I close my eyes, there’s a completely different reality happening, often an underwater one. I’m currently witnessing, all of these elements blend together, into a single fully color rich experience, for all to enjoy. I’ve spent years defining a new future existence, for all to simply, step into! It’s like having a digital art studio in my brain and when I hit “print”, our physical reality quantum leaps to effortlessly meet the new “printed” design. It’s been a trip, to say the least.”
To say that this experience has effected my marriage and how I operate in the world would be a grand understatement. Being able to see energy and the energetic complex, let along communicate with it and reprogram it, isn’t something my husband or most people can currently relate to. I often felt like I was sitting on an island by myself, with no-one to talk to or that could relate. This in itself has been the greatest challenge of my life.
I took three years away from the internet to be able to collect my own thoughts, narratives and perspectives, in order to accurately articulate the six year channel I sat in; to be able to utilize my husbands refection, to continue to resonate and maintain relevancy on this planet.
I am a social butterfly and feeling lonely, isolated, unseen and misunderstood while simultaneously being surrounded by your best friend(s) is an indescribable feeling; one I wouldn’t wish upon anyone. I ran the gamut of “what’s the point of even being here”, many times over.
How did you overcome these challenges? What strategies or mindsets proved most effective?
Answer:
Slow living. My husbands hugs, friendship, my children, Mother Nature, “working” with humanity, building this Empire and creating an articulation for my experience; all allowed me to put what I was experiencing into perspective.
However, it was the power and clarity of micro dosing that has given my being the most resolve. Participating in a physician backed and guided psychedelic therapy program, allowed me to feel at home within my being.
The soul resonance factor in which the experience provided, validated the internal experience I have been navigating, allowing me to finally grow roots in my magik.
This overcoming was how the Harmonic Living™ Series was birthed.
4. Achievements and Milestones
What are some of the accomplishments you are most proud of?
Answer:
My relationship with my husband and my children, is my greatest accomplishment; I never knew I had the capacity to love at such a profound depth. The journey we have all been on together, to get here is one for the history books and I wouldn’t be me without each of them and their unique hearts, spirits, smiles and ethereal essences.
Can you share a particular moment or project that significantly impacted your career or personal life?
Answer:
The evening of my awakening and the two weeks that followed changed EVERYTHING, forever. A single moment changed my entire reality; one moment I was just a girl and the next I had the capacity to telepathically communicate with Source frequency, could visibly see the Energetic Complex and had super sonic hearing.
Within two weeks, I had been through a crash course in WHO I am and we are Galactically, and WHAT we are Holographically. I spent the next six years in channel…
5. Current Endeavors
What are you currently focused on in your career or personal life?
Answer:
Currently, I have been focused on navigating the Capital Investment process; Empathic Gangster® is about to embark; participating in multiple collaborative efforts, that will result in our first physical location, an MBA and a Government Contracting Sub-Division. Opening the first interactive Galactic Attunement℠ Experience (here in Las Vegas), while simultaneously training and Galactically attuning Government HR Officials, Politicians and Ambassadors (via Professional and Personal Connections).
Empathic Gangster® specializes in Galactically attuning Professionals; Artists, Entrepreneurs, Entertainers and Athletes via Harmonic Living™; Galactic Attunement℠ and Divine Cosmic Consciousness.
How do you balance your professional ambitions with your personal life?
Answer:
It takes organization, intentional pace setting, delegation, prioritization, patience and team work. I have two young children, a husband, a budding practice and I have been Bartending five nights a week.
Between being a mom and a wife, running the house, writing articles, designing the brand, pouring through case studies, podcasting, navigating capital investment and working five nights a week; adequate rest, mother nature playdates and nutritional density is highly prioritized.
6. Philosophy and Influences
What philosophies or beliefs guide your decisions and actions?
Answer:
• Our reality is a direct reflection of our belief system(s)
• Respect ‘all that is’
• Everyone brings equal value to the table
• All is neutral. Nothing means anything
but the meaning we are choosing to provide it
• All is foundationally encoded in neutrality,
unconditional love and abundance; anything else is simply a story.
• Life is an adventure, explore.
• We are divine reflections of mother nature, comically flawless by design
Who are your role models or biggest influences? How have they shaped your path?
Answer:
My parents have been my role models, since day one. They navigate this world in way that leaves me starstruck. My best friends have influenced my life and my heart in ways I could never put into words. My husband activated my magik I never knew existed and my children have given life a brand new meaning.
There are a handful of artists and character actors that have allowed me to live vicariously, and see myself through them. Individuals that have no idea I exist but have been shining lights of inspiration and profound case studies, for me.
7. Future Vision and Goals
What are your goals for the next 5 to 10 years, both personally and professionally?
Answer:
In the next five years I’m excited to have the doors open; be experiencing a level of abundance and flow that will allow me to date my husband freely, go on adventures and make ‘life long’ memories with the girls.
I’m excited for art, dance, music and entertainment to take centerstage; hosting, and celebrating life is my absolute favorite. There is no real separation for me, as far as personal and professional, all is one.
However, intimate and universal versions of me, differ rather significantly. I’m excited to explore the multi-dimensionality of this vessel and this experience. I’m excited for infinite technology and timeless ways of operating; teleportation and ethereal essence exploration and intentional human design.
How do you plan to achieve these goals? Are there specific steps or strategies you intend to follow?
Answer:
Everything is set up and ready to be put in motion. I have spent the last six years preparing, around the clock, to effortlessly bring infinancy to humanity.
I have boatloads of surprises and interactive art experiences in store, to facilitate humanity in getting to know one another.
Considering we’re all apart of the same living organism; it’s about time we get to know ALL our Galactic Brothers and Sisters.
Every individual God Particle here is an integral puzzle piece, providing humanity this innerstanding, is an exciting creative opportunity for me.
8. Legacy and Impact
What kind of legacy do you hope to leave behind?
Answer:
I want people to know how special they are. If you are consciously alive on this planet, you have won the genetic jackpot! I want people to know that we are born divinely flawless, with everything that we need and everything that we are. We are abundance. We are Magik. We came here to live, to enjoy, to celebrate all that life has to offer. Be yourself freely!
What impact do you want your work and life to have on others or on the world?
Answer:
I don’t ever use the word impact, but I do desire to effect and affect, to inspire and touch the lives of every God Particle in existence. I want my work and my life to reflect, illuminate and remind humanity of their Galactic and Cosmic magnificence. We are holographic at our core, we are divinely cosmically flawless; lets assimilate accordingly.
9. Reflections and Advice
Looking back, what advice would you give to your younger self?
Answer:
My younger self was a ballsy and fierce little chicka, I would simply tell her to breath more, hug longer and “keep doing you boo”.
What key lessons would you like to share with others who are striving to overcome their own challenges?
Answer:
It is literally, all in our head(s).
This entire existence is consciousness, if one is wanting to change or transform their current experience, they do so through consciousness; intentional pivots in belief, perspective, and their relationship (with ‘all that is’).
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