My Life in James Arthur Ray's Inner Circle James Ray's debut in the film, The Secret, thrust him into the spot light. . . appearances on Oprah and Larry King Live. . . Tragedy in Sedona is a behind the scenes look at the rise and fall of the James Ray Empire, through the eyes of an ultimately disenchanted follower. Connie Joy takes you on her personal and authentic journey from being a devoted member of James' inner circle and Dream Team to. . . trying to warn others. From the Foreword by forensic psychiatrist Dr. Carole Lieberman In 2007, Connie participated in Ray’s sweat lodge, a Native American ceremonial sauna meant to be a place of spiritual renewal and mental and physical healing