Mindful Quest 2023

Testimonials

Female Participant

I recently joined a retreat facilitated by Glenn. The process expanded far beyond the 2 days we spent at the venue. I am glad to say that 2 months later, I feel extremely happy to have continued my participation in the group, with regular gatherings and communication in a chat group. I have dedicated much time to my own journey of discovering who I am and building myself up to be the strong and capable person I know I can be. This group has been a catalyst to my growth, and I will be forever grateful for that. Glenn and the other participants do a fantastic job at providing a safe space to be, to listen and to be heard. Airing my thoughts and allowing myself to show my vulnerability has supported me to embrace my authentic and imperfect self.  For those who have not participated in such work, I would recommend Glenn's retreats as a starting point. For those of you who have dedicated time and effort to your own personal development through individual therapeutic work, this process will help you to expand your skills and bring your growth to the next level. 

Female Participant

The Mindful Quest workshop was held at a luxury hotel by the beach. I was impressed with the amazing attention to every small detail in creating the best possible space for the workshop. This included providing some super comfortable arm chairs and choosing a scenic location overlooking the sea, all of which came together beautifully to create a tranquil and meditative space for the work to be done. The retreat was powerful and definitely catalysed movement and change on many levels for my husband and me. Glenn gently walked with each one of us in our individual processes when working out issues, deciphering impressions, resolving conflicts and flagging potential blockages on each person's journey towards more healing. There is magic in the telling and Glenn certainly held the space with tremendous compassion and focus, making it safe for sharing on a level that's real and open. The retreat was transformative for me and the healing I experienced was profound. I would recommend this workshop to anyone who has a desire to improve their lives or relationships. 

Female 

Like many before me, I was hesitant about my participation during the retreat. I was unsure if it would conflict with my own therapy which was based fully on mindfulness. Joining the retreat was the best thing I could have done for myself to begin the year. My objective was to find myself again as a woman going through a difficult divorce. I wanted the tools that would allow myself to be stronger as a person, and a better Mother for my children - I came away with so much more. The sessions were emotional, powerful fun - every moment gently guided by Dr. Graves with such patience and apparent care for each and every of the participants. As each session passed onto the next, I acknowledged with pride who I was, had the courage to embrace who I am and ended the journey with a firm conviction of what I want to be. Seeing how the other participants shared their personal stories and encounters during the sessions and breaks - it was a comfort to know that though our circumstances were different, I was not alone. I have found my circle. I have found my tribe. I came away with more than just the ability to understand myself, find peace and strength within myself but a circle of friends who are now my support and affirmation that life can still be beautiful in times of difficulties. I would recommend this retreat for anyone no matter their circumstance - all you need is an open mind and be ready to open your heart to yourself.

Male 

I had an entirely positive experience. I have not done anything like this before and I feel I made some strong connections that I hope will become long friendships. It was really intense and yesterday was tough and fast paced occasionally. The myth and counter myth concept is brilliant and forgiveness is my primary takeaway. I struggle with closeness in friendships but this retreat I felt connections that I want to make close. Thank you for inviting me.

Female 

Before coming to Bali, I was wondering about the meaning of coming away rejuvenated and fully synthesized with a new guided belief system. For me this retreat was a meant to be, as it all worked out so well, and also big thank belongs to you Glenn. I think you have special gift of caring about the people you guide for this new journey, which also makes it even more powerful. I can say that the big change from the old myth to the new path for me has been the empowerment that I feel nowadays, and specifically knowing how to empower myself, how to find the touch to release the negative energy. The first days coming back from the retreat were the hardest. I found myself falling back to the panic mode. Working in academia you are constantly critiqued by the students, peers and reviewers, which does not help for my kind of people who feels the energy in the room.  However, now I have ways to react to it. I can carry all the worries of the world on my shoulders, or I can breathe in and out and concentrate on the positive energy and trust that angels guide me. I found the light again which leads me. I believe in what Lynn said that I need to get the touch to my angels again. Its at the same time my inner Shaman, the angels. This retreat is also powerful in a way that I have known all the time that time will come that I need to work on my own life, but it has not been possible. This was much more powerful start that I could have ever imagine. 

Female 

Thank you everyone! no words for what happened for the last few days. We were all part of this retreat for one reason, that perhaps we don’t know yet... we learnt from each other and it was wonderful! Thank you for sharing with us this special moment today, it was not planned and it couldn’t have been better than it was having you and your energies around us was really special. Gratitude is my word today! To Glenn, our ‘mentor’, our ‘guide’, our ‘support’ and our ‘ inspiration’: thank you!

Female 

Once again thank you for everything. You are an amazing professional with an amazing heart. With no doubts It's why you are able to help and make impact in people's life! I am already noticing the effects of the retreat, I really believe it's time for me to turn the page and embrace a new beginning. Not only about my history with my husband. I realise for the last few days, that my real blockage was my past of pain, my disability to accept and I have to truly forgive all the people who had hurt me and finally move forward. Honestly I feel as i never felt: free, confident and in peace. 

However, I am conscious and ready for the ups and downs that life will give to me, because life is exactly like that... but now, i am able to walk with a strength that I didn't had before. Thank you!

Female

We are totally blissed out in Malaysia with our kids... Already have caught myself playing out the myth, counter-myth, but using tools and communication to come back to present and 3rd myth. Thank you for curating and guiding such a meaningful experience. The detail and thought you put into the program really shone through. So happy! Thank you all for the transformative experience!

Female Participant

Discovering my personal mythology at the workshop was an extraordinary experience which allowed me to better understand my own motivations, feelings and beliefs. It was so valuable to see how many impressions in the past had shaped me and are still guiding me today. But the Mythic Path journey didn't stop there - under Glenn’s professional and mindful moderation I was able to recognise where the beliefs from the past harm me today and what purpose I could give myself for today and my life choices in the future. It has given me hope and a renewed sense for myself. I am grateful for this extraordinary workshop experience!“

Female Participant

This Personal Mythology workshop offers a quick immersion course in self-discovery through shamanic-based guided meditations and colourful experiments. The numerous exercises for self-reflection helped me to re-connect with the playful side of me that I had long neglected/forgotten. I am grateful for Glenn's expertise and accommodating nature in nudging me towards self-empowerment. The beautiful and cosy setting in Bali/Villa Waru was a huge plus.

Male participant 

Before the trip I had no idea what to expect and was very hesitant as my career was very pressing, time consuming and left me constantly energy less. Glenn assured me I would be in the best company possible and he was right! Everyone at the workshop I met, I connected with on several levels of good energy. For the first time in a long time I felt like a huge weight had been lifted and I could give my phone a “time out” and work on myself in paradise. The food prepared for every meal was incredible and the staff were so kind, gentle & very patient. Although the Mythology workshop was very new to me, what I took from it was the art of listening, hearing others stories, insecurities and participating with my own input while feeling very safe to speak my peace. The facilities and accommodation were immaculate and was the perfect combination of comfort I needed. Since the workshop, a lot has changed for the better in my life. I highly recommend this workshop to anyone.

Female participant

Armed with an open heart for a new adventure, the retreat fits perfectly towards helping me to connect past experiences and aligning visions of the future.  Every single detail was ideal. From the program schedule to food and accommodation, there was no rigidity or pressure to be swept away by constraints. For example, I appreciated that my diet restrictions were considered and that I have the freedom to do morning swims instead of joining group yoga. These little details made the retreat fantastic. From the retreat, I took away new friendships and more importantly shed past myths that were unworthy to be carried further. My only suggestion is to extend the retreat to one more day. All else, the retreat was awesome! Thank you Glenn, for your patience, guidance and genuine care 

Female participant
I found the process very useful in that the group discussions, art therapy and meditations allowed me to really confirm some of the deep root causes of my personal issues. This has really helped me to take some positive steps forward in my life and has allowed me to start down the path of full acceptance of myself and the other people who have and who continue to be involved in my life.

Male Participant 

For someone like me who is skeptical about a lot of things, joining this workshop opened my eyes to a different way of personal healing. 

I needed to reconnect, focus and find my inner strength---and the creative activities, narrative reflections, energy techniques and meditations during the workshop helped me slowly find how to do so. Most of the time we tend to be distracted with life's happenings, curve balls and the people around us that we forget how to deal with ourselves. This workshop helped me find my weaknesses and the strengths to deal with it.

 Thanks so much for the retreat. Your skill and care have touched me deeply.

Male Participant

My challenge is covering too many bases at the moment, which is the antithesis of mindfulness.

I know not all of life’s problems can be solved in a weekend, but I deeply appreciate the experience and feel I now carry a shield forward to protect my internal wellness from all the external intrusions.