"I've been to two of the retreats and they were a wonderful experience for me. My job requires me to spend much time 'in my head' and my personality, in general, is not the greatest at being present. It was a joy to spend several days of being in the moment...and savouring the experiences that were offered. I felt comforted, safe, and there was no 'right' or 'wrong' way to experience any of it. I became much more aware of my body and emotions in present time. I loved the dancing, the meditative activities, the yoga, the other women, the food, the location...it was all good.

"I left feeling refreshed...and somehow more alive and joyful. I would recommend these retreats to anyone interested in having a meaningful 'now' experience.

"Thanks Deepam & Esana!"

Susan McTavish

"Moving. Inspirational. Lasting effects. Life changing. Very glad I made myself slowdown from the usual busyness and pay attention to Me. No regrets about spending the time or the money."

Dawn - Orillia

"I want to thank you and Esana sooo much for the calming weekend. On my way there I was wondering why I was 'running around the countryside' when what I really needed was to stay at home, regroup and calm down. On the weekend I found that I did not need to be at home to do that. What I needed your wonderful weekend. It was a great combination of peace, movement and activities that help you get to know yourself better. Plus it was great people and fun. You and Esana were both terrific leaders - you know your 'stuff' and how to help us know our 'stuff' - but at our own pace. I really appreciated the flexible schedule. It was great! Thank you again."

Shelagh

"ps sign me up for October."

"I danced and walked amongst the trees and I slept with a luxurious quiet. The food and the Inn were exceptionally beautiful.

"The retreat (my second) was a relaxation of both body and mind."

Joan - Penetanguishene

"It’s been awhile since I have been back to "reality" since the escape at your retreat.

"I have to say- I thoroughly enjoyed the down time as I needed it- but more importantly, it gave me the opportunity to reconnect with myself. I do this, but sometimes I feel that I am not there constantly and consistently. Since your workshop, I have been making a greater effort to spend more time in my body and not try to escape any feelings. I also have spent more time watching my thoughts and being more fully present. Of course, the latter is always a work in progress, but spending three days just doing this seems to have helped to give me the focus I need to do it consistently. I have slowed down and I suspect I will continue to slow down even more as I become more fully in tune with my thoughts and feelings. Thank you for reminding me how important it is to simply slow down.

"Also, I loved the free-spirited dancing. In fact, I love dancing on the whole. But now, when I dance, I always make time to simply let the music take me and do a thorough shake-down. I find this seems to release very "things" in your body that you do not even know was there.

"Once again- Thanks!!"

Elizabeth - Toronto