Callanish Extracts from Participant Evaluations

What were the most valuable experiences for you personally on the retreat?
How was your experience with your fellow participants?
How would you describe the quality of the facilitators?
How would you describe the quality of the yoga sessions?
How would you describe the quality of the morning group sessions?
How would you describe the quality of the Therapeutic Touch and sound sessions?
How would you describe the quality of the individual counselling sessions?
How would you describe the quality of the individual medical issues sessions?
How would you describe the quality of the art and creativity sessions?
How would you describe the quality of the massage sessions?
How would you describe the quality of the food?

	"I found me again."
	"Thank you, an experience of a lifetime!"
	"The morning, the group sessions, the yoga, so many things. Each played a part in the overall rich texture of 5 AMAZING days."
	"It was invaluable to me to experience the underlying mutual knowledge we all share, with respect to our illness. It was very comforting to share, yet there was a pervasive inner peace that settled in simply by being with people who understood my struggle. There is incredible strength felt through the group members sharing their individual feelings."
	"Feeling truly cared for and valued by so many people."
	"The care in preparing our space: the flowers, the bedding, beautiful objects, candles, aromatherapy, so many thoughtful details."
	"The opportunity to 'retreat' from everyday life to reassess my life."
	"I was able to face my fears, concerns, talk about them and not be afraid of judgment, dismissal, or even misunderstanding. The crying and laughter all had uplifting qualities."
	"Being listened to patiently and with caring."
	"Consistency of daily yoga practice."
	"The inspiring quality of the good food and how achievable it is in one's own home, thanks to Kathy and Karen's realistic enthusiasm and knowledge."

	"I liked the diversity of the people. I learned a lot from them."
	"I felt blessed to have what seemed to me an idyllic blending and matching of participants. Whether intense or not, there was a connection for me with all the participants. I felt everyone gave 100%."
	"What marvelous people. They will stay with me. I learned from each one."
	"Such a deep common bond cements new friendships."
	"Excellent. I felt connected to each of them almost from the beginning. I felt their pain and admired their courage."
	"I feel we grew very close over the 5 days. An invaluable experience."

	"I cannot think of any group of people who could have carried out the retreat with more wisdom, compassion, creativity, or inspiration. Each leader gave 100% of themselves all the time with total sincerity and sensitivity."
	"It is a privilege to work with and have assistance from committed, talented healers."
	"Professional, caring, took time, sincere, no detail was overlooked."
	"Your diverse skills complement one another seamlessly."

	"A wonderful way to start the morning."
	"She put her heart and soul into sharing yoga and meditation. She instilled awe and wonder in each of us about the rich world of yoga and meditation."
	"I could take this away and apply it, even as out of shape as I am. Credit must go to her , as much as yoga, she has a way."
	"Instructions were very clear, flexibility for variety of levels of mobility, extremely helpful."

	"I felt shy at first, but by the end I was letting it all hang out!"
	"Very skilfully conducted, a very safe place to learn about oneself."
	"We explored places in my heart and mind that I hadn't planned on touching which was difficult but incredibly worthwhile and rewarding in the end."
	"With each session, we grew into a shared strength."
	"There wasn't one morning session that wasn't rich for me, well-facilitated and supported."
	"Sessions were well led, both structured and unstructured sessions were of great benefit. I looked forward to the contact early in the day. The energy and synergy that unfolded each day was different. Very rich exchanges and contributions from each member."

	"Blissful."
	"Soothing, relaxing. Sound was a marvellous component."
	"Ranks among the best parts of the program."
	"Made me feel special."

	"Janie seems to know when to speak and when to listen. Her wise guidance helped me to find a new sense of peace about my life, despite the fact I know I still have issues to resolve."
	"Always a delight. Particularly the session being near the end of the retreat -- it allowed me opportunity to review areas of growth and also what issues came up for me that I saw in a different perspective."
	"I appreciated the opportunity to pick a subject and bounce it off Janie. I felt that she understood my anguish and didn't try to solve all my problems with easy solutions. A valuable part of the program."
	"So easy to talk to. I found myself saying things I had never articulated before."

	"I welcomed the time with such a caring physician and person."
	"I felt I was really being listened to and understood. I felt affirmed."
	"I believe and felt Daphne cares. I would not hesitate to call on her if I experience any concerns, obstacles, etc. to my health."
	"Honest, caring. I asked her one question I was afraid to hear the answer to, yet I felt like I was hearing the truth. I trust her."
	"I really felt Daphne went to bat for many of us in calming fears, providing information, facilitating medical treatments. It's so encouraging to see Daphne's shimmering spirit standing out in the dark, choppy waters of the medical profession. I hope her curiosity and open-mindedness proves to be infectious among her colleagues."
	"A medical gift for those of us who have seen many doctors."

	"I had a lot of fun and became more aware of how art can be therapy."
	"There was great flexibility and choice in the sessions, creating a totally safe environment for exploration. I personally experienced a journey unlike anything else I have ever experienced, and I will always treasure that."

	"I appreciated Fiona's skilfulness and caring."
	"Unlike any massage I have ever had ... wonderful!"
	"Very caring massage, unlike those given by the registered massage therapists I have been to."
	"My first experience with massage and craniosacral. Left me wanting more."
	"Terrific."

	"Outstanding."
	"Restored my appetite in a big way."
	"Outstanding, nurturing. Accommodating beyond measure."
	"Superb. Good food lovingly prepared and presented. I ate too much, but I loved it!"
	"Really delicious, healthful food. Attitude of cooks added to the enjoyment of the meals."