Testimonials - Bioenergetics
Thinking of joining us at our next Bioenergetics Events? Here’s what other who have been had to say……
“As I completed a block I felt that it had been a wild ride but the next block came along and was wilder each time. I can honestly say that it has been the most powerful thing I have ever done. Also key to feeling able to let go throughout were Jon and Elara who hold an incredibly safe space to explore at real depth.” Fiona.
I wasn’t sure what to expect in advance and was delighted by all 4 days. The flavour of a John Hawken course loomed large and Jon and Elara were clearly very knowledgeable and experienced. I’m really looking forward to the other blocks, thank you!” George.
“The exploration of bioenergetics is beautifully held and supported. The exploration of our personal character and armouring is slow and gentle, but powerful and deep at the same time. After a few exercises I started to notice the armouring had just disappeared leaving a strong sense of presence and energy.” Participant.
“Everything i work with John and Elara is an unforgettable time for healing, incredible knowledge and powerful reflections.” Maha Shakti Anna – Tantra Practitioner – Gaia Tantra Essentials & Healing Centre.
“The Bioenergetics training has been a sometimes scary, sometimes wonderful but most definitely transformational journey! Enabling you to delve into yourself and learn more about how/why you respond to situations in the way you do. And laying the foundations to start practising on yourself (and possibly others, further down the line). But there is so much more to read and learn… this course is a great way to open up the mysteries and start that journey… with a very supportive, healing group and space holders.” Andy B.
“Bioenergetics Block 1 has given me a lot to think about and it was a great spring board into a world that I have heard snippets and whispers about previously. Actually practising exercises to start investigating the connection between holdings (tension) and emotions was very illuminating and one that I definitely want to research more. I can see this area being very beneficial to myself and in the long term, to my clients who I see for bodywork and healing. I feel that Bioenergetics may well be the next tangent of therapy that I want to pursue and incorporate into my life and work. Thanks to Jon & Elara for providing an opportunity to learn about the application of this theory!” Andy, Massage/Holistic Therapist.
“A very powerful weekend. I felt completely energised at the end of it and definitely felt a shift.” Participant.
“The bodywork is releasing issues which years of sitting meditation didn’t… Well presented course, tailored to the needs of the group, with lots of exercises that can be practiced at home.” NW.
“Bioenergetics training provides the opportunity to learn about different personality types with the ability to help you unlock energy, release past trauma, and raise your energetic state through massage and body work… Bioenergetics has helped me understand how early childhood experiences have shaped my personality. The course enabled me to understand a number of my challenging thought patterns and difficult emotions. Vitally the course taught me ways to help me connect with those challenging aspects and begin to positively integrate them which is helping me grow and develop. ” Andrew.
“I found block 2 intense at times but though challenging it was an incredibly beautiful and enlightening journey that is continuing to resonate on a deep and previously unconscious level. The space is so trusting and supportive it’s easy to relax and open to whatever unfolds.” Participant.
“I found Bioenergetics 2 very interactive and connective to the body, energies and enlightening in highlighting some shadows within. The group had a great dynamic and it felt easy to be vulnerable and open within it.” Participant.
“Hello dear Elara dear Jon, remembering training and you both, warmth spreads over my body, I feel it in my chest, and tears well up in my eyes. I don’t know what to write…but I feel waves of gratitude. I’m going through an inner change where I’m learning to recognize kindness, joy, peace. I followed up on bioenergetics through the medicine wheel, and acceptance is the basis.
- I set boundaries at work
- I recognized some prejudices in my relationship
- I am in the process to give up the roles of daughter, mother, grandmother and partner, and
- when I feel under the pressure I pack up and go to have a break for a few days.
Once I had an aha-moment when I realized the “trauma of separation from perfection” – result is no self-acceptance and self – punishment, and all the reactions of the schizoid, masochist…..etc. I admire your work, your gentle approach creating a safe space to bring wounds, shadows, unknown into the light. I love the day I signed up. I remember you with love and gratitude and warm hugs.” Lenka – translated from Czech.
“Bioenergetics training is something that my body needed very strongly😊 Most of the time I’m in my mind the exercises we did helped me a lot to stay in my body and have my own experience. I had some of the strongest experiences (but also the strongest processes) at this training, and for that I can also thank the loving guidance of you both, Jon and Elara. I feel grateful for the safe space you have created. I feel that this training has awakened my body…My body is alive again. If there was an opportunity, I would do another training with you (seriously!!!)…you’re a bit far for me 🙂 Thanks and love.” Michaela – translated from Czech.
“Jon and Elara are very sensitive, receptive and loving teachers to me in the first place. They are an inspiration to me both in what they teach and in their approach. They create a space for people in which they can feel safe and accepted.” Adéla, Czech Republic.