Your gifts are giant. Still buzzing…
Ashley
Rather than my past as something that happened to me, I’ve been able to see it and own it and decide what I want it to mean for me and what I want to do with it. I feel whole, as if all of the aspects of myself—child, daughter, wife, mother, woman—have come together. I got to write what that means and how I will choose to honor these parts of myself, going forward. Jen gave me access to my full self in an incredibly empowering way, and the tools to continue to access myself and to learn and grow and evolve into the woman I want to be.
Christine
I am feeling strong, changed, moved, transformed and empowered. I am lighter. I move through the world fearing less, sharing more, serving the moment and carrying wise words, truths, and inspirations with me. Thank you all for the gifts your truths and life experiences have given me. Thank you, Jen, for creating the temple for the magic to happen. My gratitude for you; your gift to help us nurture our authentic voices and mine our gems is truly something I cannot describe in words, only feelings.
Margo
I left Authentic Voice feeling lighter, able to release the baggage of old stories so that I can move forward. But it's not all hard work! We had a lot of laughs and a lot of camaraderie, good food, yoga, and sunsets! I highly recommend it!
Erin
I have an immediate use for these tools! I have places to explore, and I can get to the “why.”
Kathryn
This retreat is for you if you want to dig deeper into what is true for you, reconnect with your creative self and connect with the power of the humanity of a group of women who are sharing their lives without apology. The beauty of being a witness to the other women made it a sacred space for everyone. I only wished it were a week long!
Natalie
There is a powerful lingering sensation of lightness and intangible joy since our time together. Jennifer, you are a gifted teacher and guide for the soul. Every step felt genuine and deeply cathartic in such an elegant, creative way. You created a space where some of our biggest feelings & questions were held within safe, respectful arms of mutual compassion and understanding. Thank you so dearly for this gift.
Rozae
I didn’t know there was anything in me worth writing down. Know I know that there is.
Sophia
It was an experience like no other that I’ve ever had. I’ve taken away more tools from the Women’s Retreat than from anything I’ve ever done. I learned to trust whatever needs to be written. It was exactly what I needed. Absolutely sign me up for a Part II for alums whenever it’s ready!
Michelle
Strange things have happened since the retreat ended. I am finding pieces of myself that got left out of sight and in dark enough corners that I couldn’t make them out before. I feel like I was able to surrender to the process. I am sure this has a lot to do with Jen’s style of leadership. Thank you!
Lynda
If there was ever a time, a place, a moment of truth that made a difference in my life, it was the Authentic Voice two-day retreat. Jen has created a powerful process that is simultaneously safe and daring that draws forth your authentic voice. A warmth envelops you as you write, knowing there is no right write. Come with an open mind. Leave with an enriched sense of self. What must it be like to hear your authentic voice? Glorious.
Linda
The Authentic Voice exercises got me into a part of my brain I’m usually not into, and that was a good challenge for me. Jen brings 27 years of caring and richness to the experience–it’s so ethical and deep. I loved getting away from it all, and when I got home, I was excited to write in a journal again. The discussions about poetry are important—Jen was doing something to our brains that’s so valuable. It really was a work out—exhausting in the best way!
Arabella