I’m Pieter Van Winkle.

I’m a father, husband, wild clay potter, organic beef rancher — and body-based soul guide.

I help you, brave human, to discover, heal and embody “the one life you can call your own.”

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  • Purpose

    Because “being far from home is hard, but you know, at least we are exiled together.”

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  • Intimacy

    “As if you were meant to be exactly 
where you are … 
like the dark branch of a desert river”

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  • Embodiment

    For when “the world steps in
 to test the calm fluidity of your body 
from moment to moment.”

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Meet your guide.

Pieter Van Winkle is an embodiment guide, executive coach, youth mentor and investor. He is also a husband, father, potter, permaculturist and private pilot.

He lives on a farm in Western Colorado with his family, dog, 2 cows and, at last count, 5 chickens.

Stories of Success

  • "I know it's my work. I recognize that. I just wanted somebody who could truly say 'I understand how you're feeling.' That makes a big difference. He's been there. He can truly relate in a way that most other people might not be able to."

    T.B.

  • "Instantly, upon working with Pieter, I recognized a man that has been doing his work. Astute and eloquent in his reflections of my experience, he helped me feel camaraderie and honor. His skill humbly revealed that we were on this journey together."

    J.J.

  • "I never did embodiment before in my life. The tools that you use and the patterns that you see and are able to verbalize - it's just so valuable."

    Rebekkah

  • "I was most surprised by the embodiment exercises Pieter led me through. They provided an undeniable benefit of using the body to create meaning and better understand myself."

    Harold

  • "One of the most transformative moments of my life. The work we did was medicinal. Pieter helped me find my edge and gave me the space to explore, take comfort, and expand. It can be hard at times to be a man in this world. As men cannot simply shut off our testosterone-fueled evolutionary instincts, but we cannot ignore our present day calling to be more tender and open-hearted. Pieter has found a way to allow these ideas to live in harmony inside of us."

    Matt

  • "Working with you has been a true pleasure. You have a wonderful gift to give, and true capacity for bringing out greatness and causing breakthroughs. I would not hesitate to recommend you to others looking for coaching."

    K.A.

  • "I recently really enjoyed listening to your podcast with Jeff. Thank you! It really helped me to understand my son and my partner more so I can support them better."

    B.R.

What you can plan is too small for you to live.

What you can live wholeheartedly will make plans enough for the vitality hidden in your sleep.

David Whyte

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