Gary Bowen – Founder/Teacher
After hitting the road in May, 2024, Gary started Awake at the Wheel – Daily Meditations for Nomads in October of that year. A full-time nomad and writer, he explores the intersection of life on the road and spiritual awakening. Drawing from the mystic, non-dual traditions of Early Christianity, Buddhism, Taoism, Sikhism, Advaita Vedanta, and Tantra—as well as insights from modern quantum physics—Gary’s work blends ancient wisdom with the reality of modern life.
Beyond his writing and teaching, Gary is an active member of the nomadic community, contributing each year to Van Aid, where nomads come together to help one another with vehicle repairs and upgrades. Through his “Nomad Workshop”, he offers hands-on support to fellow travelers—helping remodel both rigs and the hearts that live in them. His approach is down-to-earth and experiential, inviting others to live awake in the present moment, rooted in love, presence, and shared humanity.
