"It has been the most insightful, growth experience of my life. I have learned to love myself and others unconditionally and realize my own light and greatness."
 — Vanessa Kealey, Professional Organizer, New Zealand

"I have spent my time here learning about myself and connecting with tremendous people. Thank you for the gift and all the love."
 — Meghna Bhagat, Mentor, New Jersey, USA

"The environment provided me with safety, love and a sense of belonging that allowed me to explore my deepest issues, goals and dream."
 — Nico Bohren, British Columbia, Canada

"The experience here has given me a broader appreciation of myself, my capabilities and challenges."
 — Sharon L. Phillips, Acupuncture practitioner, Florida, USA

"An incredible learning experience which changed the way I see the world. I have let go of my limiting beliefs and am ready to manifest my wants. Happiness is now priority #1!"
 — - Ammy Gillesberg, Starbucks Barista, New Jersey, USA

"This has been truly incredible. A great beginning for me as I look at life from a whole new angle. I have learned so much – both from my peers and the Institute staff and I can’t wait to go out and use the new tools I’ve gained. This summer was exactly what I was looking for."
 — - Carolina Kaiser, Child Facilitator, Massachusetts, USA

"Fantastic experience. So much love and acceptance. Relaxed yet stretching everyday."
 — Ole Grondal, Sales/Marketing, Denmark

"It was the most fulfilling, life changing, intense, enriching and empowering eight weeks of my life. I leave with a deep feeling of gratitude, a clear mind and a loving heart."
 — - George Peterseil, Architect, Ireland

"Fabulous, magical, sensational and inspirational on every level. I’ve reached new levels of love, acceptance and gratitude. The best experience I’ve had participating in a group of like-minded souls on a journey of authenticity and discovery."
 — - Julia Godden, Youth Support Worker, UK

"Being a volunteer was a terrific life-changing experience! I have learned so many new skills and the world has become a wonderful, loving and exciting playground."
 — - Erika Sigl, Mentor, Germany

"A life enhancing, empowering experience. Influenced a love affair with myself. Cleared my perspective towards seeing beauty in everything and all. I’m leaving with an incredibly peaceful harmony inside."
 — - Ami Dalal, India

"I wanted to feed my soul once again so I came back to the OI and… WOW! Even more than the first time, I found the most loving, happy, respectful and challenging teaching I could expect. I worked with so many sweet and energetic people on this gorgeous land. Will I come back? You bet!"
 — - France Dube, Quebec Canada

"AMAZING! I have stretched myself beyond my wildest dreams. Lots of learning. loving and laughter. What an experience!"
 — - Sarah Dargue, Child Facilitator trainee, Massachusetts, USA

"Absolutely exceptional! I feel like I have moved mountains and am leaving a more self-accepting, more loving and way more empowered person."
 — - Julie Peet, Personal Assistant, New Mexico

"It was amazing. The things I learned, the people I met, the experiences I shared, they were all part of an awesome realization; I am perfect exactly as I am so I'm going to be happy about it."
 — Malhar Bhagat, Massachusetts, USA

"I opened myself up more while I was at the Institute. It is wonderful how the teachers challenged me to look at my beliefs, and remind me I have the power to choose again. I became more confident in myself and more positive in my outlook."
 — Elizabeth Burk, California, USA

"It was absolutely amazing to spend the past two months here. From the very first moment, when I read my name at the door of my room, I felt welcome. I felt very cared for and cared about, having a great, warm room, excellent food, brilliant teachers for our lessons and an amazing instant friend. I learned and loved so much here and I know it will last."
 — Heike Stock, Blenheim, New Zealand

"Being a volunteer at Option has, as an overall experience, been one of the flat out best, funnest, and most empowering experiences of my life!"
 — Brian Ellis, California, USA

"This experience has been inspiring. A voyage of growth, new beliefs, new friendships and a new awareness of my inner self. Thank you."
 — Marylene Labrie, Quebec City, Canada

"Thoroughly life changing. A complete environment which supports radical personal growth that is forever lasting. I'm filled with joy and gratitude."
 — Seth Riewe, Minnesota, USA

"My journey here has been so powerful and enlightening. I did more soul-searching in ten weeks here than in 21 years of my life."
 — Rachel Bylsma, Ontario, Canada

"Option has been the most amazing experience of my life. I did a little work, they gave a lot of love, acceptance, classes, dialogues and tools for happiness. My life has changed forever. Thank you to all at Option."
 — Sally MacKenzie, Perth, Western Australia

"Volunteering at the Institute has been a phenomenal, joyous experience. To have the opportunity to live, work and play in such a loving and accepting environment for five weeks is truly the best gift I have ever given myself."
 — Tammy Rivers, Sudbury, Canada