Testimonials

What past participants are saying:

I am so glad that I attended the retreat.  I was hesitant at first, but the timing was just right and it was just what I needed.

— Josie
Westport, CT

This was a wonderful weekend for me — spiritual and enlightening.  It was so good to meet new and nice people.  Very uplifting!

— Karin
Stratford, CT

Thanks for taking the time to share your gifts and for inviting humble, intelligent, compassionate seeking women to be a part of this great experience.  My life is forever enriched because of your efforts.

— Carolyn Murdoch-Lane
New York

Opportunities like your retreat help me to know we are just women on this earth needing to learn how to find and empower ourselves.

— Glenda

I am very grateful for taking part in your empowerment retreat. I came not knowing what to expect, but I am leaving with a wealth of knowledge.  I am taking back with me better self-awareness, trust, and know that I can let go and that I am enough. I leave with a sense of relief - I felt it in my face and my heart.  Everyone was wonderful. This weekend was worth it. I hope to attend next year and more in the future.

— Mary
Middleton CT

I always get a lot from the retreats. I meet people from all walks of life and know when I leave here I am fulfilled with what I have learned.  I always leave happier and more “re-fired.”

— Anne Liles
Norwalk, CT

Every once in a while something wonderful comes from something unexpected. I must admit that is what happened for me during your seminar. I did not enter the workshop expecting to be captivated. However, that is precisely what happened. I found myself thinking in depth about my values and dreams. I found out a lot about myself. I also enjoyed going home and discussing the seminar with my husband. We really had some deep conversations. I don't think we have had discussions like that in the ten years we have been married.

I loved the concept of practicing extreme self-care. In the past I only took extreme care of myself during times of extreme stress. I now try to set a schedule each morning in order to begin my day in a positive and upbeat way.

I thoroughly enjoyed your retreat. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to broaden and better myself.

— Beverly Jones

My experience this weekend has truly been phenomenal. I already started focusing on me and this experience has put me on the right path. The last group of exercises really, really touched me. For years now I have been going through unbelievable tragedies where I had to be the rock at 25 and it seems as though no one realized how really special I was or how much I was hurting inside. I sit down and wonder all the time if people really see the real me. Today I realized that people really see the real me. Every single person who told something about me hit it on the nose. That inspired me and le me know I am who I am and I am enough.

Thank you so much for your inspiration. It takes a special person to do what you do and you are truly special.

— Janet McFaden

I Now Know What Steps to Take. This retreat has been a tremendous experience for me. I was not anticipating any changes in me however being a part of the class has taught me a great deal about myself. The program design you presented to allow people to find their inner feelings and thoughts was fascinating. I know now what steps to take to become the full person I want to be.

-— Vickie Jones
Hartford, CT

I want to thank you for helping me to get to my core self. Until I came to your retreat I had not taken the time to work deeply on myself. I am now a lot more comfortable with taking time for me and spending time alone with myself.

— Michele Mohammed
Bloomfield, CT

You have made a great impact on my life. I am taking a few minutes to let you know how happy I am that I have begun Seminary school. Thanks to your inspiration and support, I determined that if you want it — go for it.

I cannot begin to explain how much of an impact you have made in my life. Your goal setting examples and your stick–to–it–ness has been unequalled during my life walk. You are a true leader — the kind that is actually pushing. I am so pleased to have you as a coach.

— Jackie Ramos

Your retreat was a wonderful and enriching experience. I was able to be very reflective, evaluative and honest with myself. Your activities encouraged me to review where I have been, where I am, and where I would like to go. Thank you for allowing your talents to be shared with us. I will use this seminar as the beginning of my change agent!

Working with Dr. Cynthia has been a revival of the mind! Before working with Dr. Cynthia I was overwhelmed and stressed out. I didn’t know how or where to begin to get my life in order. After working with Dr. Cynthia I am much more at ease and I now have the tools to keep my life moving forward. I am getting things done! I am much more confident about myself and my future.

— Vanessa Liles

Your Insights Were Invaluable. I have had a most remarkable experience working with Cynthia and the fine group of women in our conference phone calls. Although someone once said that “the only constant in life is change,” you couldn’t tell that by me. I had gotten in a rather large rut of doing the same things over and over, and then wondering why my life was going around in circles!

Becoming part of the group has been like having someone throw a rope over the edge of that very deep rut so that I might have a chance of climbing out!! Of course, the climb is hard work, but knowing that the other group members, including Cynthia, are rooting for me and helping me pull myself up has made all the difference.

Cynthia is warm and engaging, and has acted as a compassionate and caring facilitator for all of us on this phase of our life journeys. I think her for the invaluable insights and ‘homework’ that is making such a difference in my life. My heartfelt note of thanks for all the support!!

— Sandy Szbat
Oregon

I Feel Uplifted and Hopeful! Before I started working with Dr. Cynthia and implementing her tools and strategies I was very scattered. My life was out of balance, and I felt that I had lost control of who I am.

Cynthia is brilliant, her enthusiasm combined with her results-oriented approach has done wonders for my life. After working with her, I am better able to plan the retirement I dreamed about.  I now feel uplifted, hopeful, and better about myself. Working with Cynthia was truly an eye–opener for me.

— Diane Wilson
Retired Principal

Still not sure if a retreat is the right thing for you? Call Dr. Cynthia directly at (203) 855-9714.