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Participants' Comments

Drum Making Workshop
All of the participants stated that this workshop exceeded their expectations
What participants appreciated the most
"All of it was excellent!"
"The experience of Dory's expertise in drum making and the Native traditions."
"The background and ceremony from which the drums and their work (songs) come"
"Dory's sharing of stories and culture......the smudging as well."

Feedback for Dory
"Keep doing what you are doing. What a wonderful gift you are."
Pam Anderson
"Great job! Above and beyond!"
"This an excellent workshop....It's not just about the drum."
Paddy Hunter


Creative Codependence
"I absolutely loved the Creative Co-dependence workshop.   The language you used "remove the stigma of co-dependence" and "develop a relationship with my co-dependent parts" was also liberating.  It gave me permission to let my "parts" out of the closet without judgment.  I'm looking forward to getting to know these parts."
Sylvia Coles, Victoria, BC

"I learned a lot. I realize that some of my “codependent parts” contain strengths which I can use to become more interdependent." Bonnie Thiessen, Nanaimo, BC

"I feel freed up to be kinder and gentler to myself and allow parts I once rigidly defined as dysfunctional and unacceptable to have a voice.  Thank you!"
C. Reese Seattle, WA

"Jo-Ann's Creative Codependence workshop was very enlightening. The exercises helped me to look at the roots of some of my behaviours and patterns, to understand that they arose out of a need to protect myself as a child. I also learned to reframe behaviours I may have deemed negative, my own and those of others, and by seeing them in a new light, find their positive applications when used in a healthy manner. Jo-Ann facilitated all this with great insight, gentleness and a sense of fun."
P.S., West Vancouver

"Codependency is something most of us don't enjoy thinking about let alone talking openly about, and the course material was set out in such a way as to walk us through what it is, why and how it happens and the recovery process. As Jo-Ann had us look at ourselves as parts - and deal with "a part" it became very clear to me that we might be able to function very well and yet have a part or parts of us that needs recovery. That aspect makes the whole job of looking at and understanding codependence so much easier..."
D. Vowels, West Vancouver

Wild Self / Real Self

"Margot has a beautiful gift of being able to stimulate and animate her audience into a self reflective/introspective mode that allows one to access more profoundly one's personal emotions and sensitivities to inner woundedness, grief or unresolved issues. Our participants found her workshop very therapeutic and looked forward to continued workshops to assist them in tapping into their inner core seeking guidance and direction. Margot’s talent, of inspired words, animate the participants to listen to the words within their own hearts and to have the courage to put them onto paper. Margot’s approach validates the human spirit and psyche yet does not impose religious sentiment nor negate values and personal beliefs. Margot stresses the divine element within all human beings and references the importance of being “in touch” with our spiritual self. I am pleased that we look forward to many more meaningful occasions of collaboration."
Michael Soentgerath, Diocesan Director
Religious Education Secretariat and Health Care Apostolate
R.C, Diocese of Calgary


"It was an inspirational workshop with you. I couldn't believe how deep I got and how quickly it happened. I think that the combination of the sacredness of the space, the power you have to inspire and our willingness to be open to your poetry all contributed to the quality of the experience. I would be honored to continue to write with you, if you are able to arrange for the time and space."
Jean Lemmon


Family Constellation Workshops

"I wanted to thank you for the workshop. It was amazing. I can not say enough about that process. Magical.....Thank you."
TL, Vancouver

"Life changed for me tonight --- thank you."
SF, Calgary

"Thanks for the wonderfully rich weekend. The piece that I did seemed extremely deep."
BM, Calgary


Enneagram Workshops

"I can't say enough good things about it. Of all the self-awareness, self-development, leadership stuff I've done (and I've done a lot) the Enneagram is by far the most powerful"

Shannon McFayden, Director of Human Resources and Corporate Relations of the fourth largest US bank holding company

"Tom and Gayle model the acceptance, compassion and insight that they've learned from their Enneagram teachers so we can learn so effectively from them how to take this tool to work, community and family. Thank you."
Joanne Good, Reporter

"I really appreciated the dynamic nature of the Enneagram"
Leslie Anty,
Patient Care Coordinator, Calgary Regional Health Authority

“Fascinating…. Pieces of my life (motivations, blocks, etc.) fell into place. Enlightening day.”
Tammy Dewar, Adult Educator

“I learned how others may perceive my actions and reactions and I learned to practice control of my negative traits.”
Lynn Dyck, Principal, Southwood Elementary

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I was instrumental in reducing annual costs by a few million dollars on a multi-million dollar project.....because of my understanding of the Enneagram, I changed potentially frustrating situations into opportunities by recognizing how others perceive situations."
Jay Bradley, Offshore and International Operations, Encana Corporation


"I found the Enneagram easy to understand and apply in the work setting. As a global manager, it gave me an understanding of others' perspectives, so I could put myself in their shoes and determine more effective ways to work together."
Sandra Coates, CIO and VP of Customer Service, Trema Laboratories Inc.

Theta Healing Workshops

"The deepest healing I ever experienced. ....excellent teacher and healer. ...facilities are excellent ...felt safe and welcome."

" I would recommend this workshop and tell everyone that it has changed my life."

"I am unable to capsulize the magical wonders of the weekend. Loretta is fully qualified, loving, humorous and helpful."

Sharon Mitchell

"Loretta is fantastic! I learned to have unconditional trust in myself and my ability to connect with a higher consciousness. I look forward to the next level of Theta Healing."
Kathryn Bruce

For more comments from people around the world visit www.thetahealing.com and under the instructors link click the testimonials link.



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