Julian says, "The Haven is beautifully set on the waterfront on Gabriola Island. I wasn't sure what to expect at this workshop. I was hoping I would find more confidence in using my voice as I have been confident in speaking in public but deathly afraid of singing in public! What I found was a very safe space to explore making all kinds of sound from humming and babble to overtone chanting and yes." See more
Anonymous says, "Just a beautiful, peaceful experience. Great price. Great accomodations. " See more
Odette says, "The Podcast from Hear was an audio storytelling program at Hollyhock. How much honesty and strength a circle of women can have, multiplied by the setting. We shared and grew, our group of diverse identities and experiences." See more
Cynde says, "The variety of activities during the recent retreat were wonderful! We experienced the sacred process of collecting gifts of love offered at the Forest over the past years and honoring them together." See more
Anonymous says, "I was amazed how much care and effort the people who work/volunteer there put into what they do. Food was delicious and healthy, accommodations and facilities sparkling clean, the area is so beautiful and you can enjoy it by doing small hikes on the trails." See more
Thomas says, "I acknowledged a deeper connection to "just being" in this human body and experiencing my senses without so many thoughts and opinions in my head about it. After the sensing exercises and meditation I noticed a clearer presence and more energy afterward." See more
Anonymous says, "We learned several designs and had time to practice composing a garden image and sharing it on camera. Sister Monika is a gifted artist and an encouraging teacher!" See more