At the time of registering I had no idea how important finding the absolute truth of who I am would be - or how I would find that truth. Because Josephine is a professional counselor, as well as an Enlightenment Master, I was confident she would be able to help with and handle emotional feelings which would arise, the Enlightenment Intensive was intensive. The results were better then I ever expected. I ended the three days knowing instead of believing or wondering. I kept forgetting to wear my eyeglasses and discovered I perceived instead of seeing with my eyes. After returning home the process continues and I now understand occurrences in my life, which previously puzzled me.
The knowledge I gained during these three days is a priceless gift, which no words could fully explain, the closest I can come is "exquisite." I highly endorse this Enlightenment Intensive for anyone searching for answers to the mysteries of life, themselves or others. Answers will be found. You will be amazed! I now know how important it was to find the Absolute Truth
of who and what I am. And my life is enriched by the experience.

April Tomiye - Kelowna, BC

This weekend was the most special retreat that I’ve ever experienced, because the work I did, discovering my True Self, was the most meaningful and powerful it could be. The activity of the dyads, accompanied by the silent contemplations, has made sense to me now. The work is only my resistance to the process.

C.S. – Summerland, BC

I was very determined to find the truth about myself in a very safe environment. I had no expectations of what was to happen or what I would experience. The technique presented is easy to follow and the guidance and support offered by the facilitator and staff is amazing. I have benefited from the Intensive by finding out by myself, the Truth about me. If you are really interested in finding out more about yourself and not having anyone tell you, experience an Intensive.

Heather W. – Kelowna, BC

Now that it's over I feel like I want to keep going! Thank you so much for this opportunity. The location was perfect - the lake, trees, stars - magnificent! Well run, well organized. I felt very supported and accepted. Excellent!

Michelle M. - Vancouver, BC

The Intensive was an amazing experience. It allowed me to be real, to share my thoughts and feelings in a safe, supportive and nurturing environment. Although difficult at times each moment was an opportunity to experience, share and trust in everything no matter how joyous, awkward, fearful, shameful – whatever. The time blended together and went quickly. Resistances in my mind, emotions and feelings were sometimes difficult and at other times easy to experience and express. The facilitator and staff were always present, genuine and helpful – encouraging me to show up– be real – be present, and communicate my experience clearly and fully. I was able to once again touch the magic and trust within and take this with me into everything and into all my encounters. I thank myself for having the courage to come. I recommend this for everyone!

Namaste
David – Vernon,BC

This experience has definitely changed my life! But I am still me! Don’t be afraid to experience the Truth. What you are experiencing now, as your life, may change, but you will still be here, here in a new experience, an experience of Truth. I have left this Intensive more enlightened than I was when I came! I’m sure at times I will feel less enlightened than I feel now. But I know far more now, that I will always be here, experiencing the now, whether I know it or not later. On top of that, I had an experience while here, that lasted about an hour (clock time), where and when I hardly knew time or myself from another. I was truly “High” without the use of drugs for that hour. I know now, that I know the “High” is there and I know that I can return to it.

Trevor – Castlegar, BC

Thank you for your patience. I came to the Intensive without any idea of what I was walking into. The first thing I noticed was how safe I felt. It became evident that I was in an intensive personal growth workshop. I never paid attention to the name before I came. I noticed how professional and experienced the staff were. I felt secure that whatever I was told to do was the right thing. This is Huge for a Materialistic Businessman – Control Freak. I came away with wonderful insights into my personal life and with new life skills.

Tim – Ladner, BC

This Enlightenment Intensive has given me an indescribable insight into “Who I Am”! I have been provided with incredible support and guidance in this Intensive by the facilitator and staff . I have felt a definite shift in myself. The Love, support and community of this Intensive has to be experienced to be believed!

Estelle – Kelowna, BC

It’s really hard to describe the experience of the Enlightenment Intensive. I arrived Shy: not really sure of myself and most definitely of Not knowing “Who I Am”. I’m still exploring, but with Purpose and Intent. Getting Clear on the question and with the assistance of a very committed partner at the Intensive, I feel a shift in letting go of all the garbage that has kept me from Knowing WHO I TRULY AM. The LOVE that I’ve experienced is bigger than the Entire Universe. WOW!

Thank you with all my Heart!
Charlene – Ladner, BC

I came to this Enlightenment Intensive not knowing what to experience, It was a great experience for me and I have affirmed, reaffirmed and voiced “Who I Am”. It will go with me and I am going to apply it in my life in a stronger way. A tremendous experience!

Linda – Penticton, BC

Intensive means intensive! Every person can do what is asked. The work is hard and I felt challenged all the way through the weekend. With good food and the support of the staff I was able to accomplish all that I had hoped for.

David – Summerland, BC

Josephine puts her all into making sure that each of her participants thoroughly understands the process. The process is not complicated, but the mind being insecure, will make it so. What we are Intending (Big Word) is to find that rare glimpse of how things really are. And that said, Josephine can set the stage to have that happen. Her love of people is obvious and shows through always. Her understanding and faith in how to get there, inspires everyone to keep moving towards the Truth. And having the Truth come to you is beyond words. The veils of the mind lift and you have knowledge that you know is what all the prophets had.

Bill Leithead - Vancouver, BC

Wow! Right now, even though I am not practicing the silent process, I still want to be silent! In my own experience, I find it nothing short of a miracle. I am and have been in a dreamlike reality. My face with Truth was the most powerful force I’ve ever experienced. Knowing that all along this was me, this is me that’s power, that was and is still amazing to me!!! Even as I sit here writing this, I feel as if I’m having reaccuring feelings and flashes of Truth and I am! That is it, ‘ I AM !’

This technique works, really it does. I am ‘new,’ “fresh,’ ‘here,’ ‘now,’ ‘ready to show the world ‘ ME’ and ready to face whatever is next with confidence. It opened my eyes to life in general and all that comes with it. It taught me to how to be in direct contact with others and really hear them without judgement!!! I’ve given myself the gift of NOW. The staff were gentle and supportive, really there for us! I am no longer foggy and I look forward to perceiving things as they are. Thank you for helping me find ‘ME’

Angela Merlino – Genelle, BC

I have participated and staffed in almost 40 Enlightenment Intensives, and I must admit that the one I just participated in (with Josephine at the helm) was one of my deepest and most moving. It gave me some (surprisingly after all these years!) perfect gifts that I can apply solidly to my life as an Artist and "Digital" businessman, and as a husband and general Human Being.

Josephine's deep commitment to Truth and her love of a human being's free Spirit was a great support to me the entire weekend. She was solid and loving and ready for anything - all very good features of an excellent Enlightenment Intensive facilitator!!! Thanks Jo!!!!

Reinier deSmit – Vancouver, BC

In breaking through the barriers to find the Divine Truth within Myself, I felt a real sense of "Graduation". from my accumulated oppressive life experiences,to embracing a new life for ME!
A remarkable fact and feat for a woman who has just turned 75. Now, proud of myself, and grateful for this wonderful opportunity in self discovery. The support of your gentle firm leadership pushed to where I did not want to go, but I knew you were there beside me all the time, as you were there for the other participants as well. I thank you most deeply. The faciliating staff were as kind as you are, and held themselves fast to your teaching instructions.

Patrcia Grinsteed,

During this second blissful retreat I connected with complex areas of life with incredible insights of the how and why. How one thing leads to another and why I need to be aware of the progress of events. I was able to answer questions I didn’t even know I was asking! I learned to focus fully on one aspect of life until the absolute truth of that aspect presented itself to me. During the process of this journey, I had the most profound insights of my life and life in general. Previous to the moment of inquiry I had no idea how my thought processes, which created the questions, would lead me to my own answers.
Also during this retreat I more fully realized how very important listening skills are in my relationships with others. To put aside personal preferences and a desire to respond about my own experiences or ideas and just listen to others intently, without judgment of the content or presentation, I found, allows others to fully express themselves in an honest and truthful way. This is the type of relationship I desire to have with others and am grateful to have had the opportunity to learn this, not only from the process, but also from the other participants in the Enlightenment Intensive. I know I was taught this during my previous intensive and have put it into practice, but the importance of it escaped me at the time.

I became fully aware that I have a tendency to ‘read between the lines’ when others are speaking, thinking I know what they are trying to say. I have been wrong. When others were given the opportunity to verbally complete, without interruption, what it is they wished to say, only then did I know. In fact, the same applied to me. When I had this same opportunity the process enabled me to have a complete understanding of what I wished to communicate. My intelligence has been educated. I will knowingly put into practice the important lessons I have learned and anticipate continuing improvement of my listening and communicating skills.

This time my focus was constantly returned to ‘connection’. I came away feeling more connected with others and life and a greater understanding of my connection to all that I encounter.
Thank you, Josephine, for providing the venue for these wonderful experiences.

April Tomiye – Kelowna, BC

Thank you so much for making it possible for me to be a part of your Intensive.
For me it was a very rewarding experience, especially after the Intensive, when the benefits seemed to keep growing. This has often been the case with me. I still feel as though I am living a charmed life, when everything is New and fresh again. And life seems full of surprises. The more open I become, the more interesting things seem to present themselves.
I am sure this is the way life is all the time – but it is necessary to be really open to see it, and that means being willing to let go of all preconceived ideas. This has not happened as the result of a sudden awakening. It felt more like a gradual sunrise. It feels like being in Love, but with no particular object. Just a warm glow, and a feeling of being very much in the Present.
I really admired all the energy and dedication you put into the intensive. The openness and change in the participants at the end was truly remarkable. Would that we could all live that way in our everyday lives.

Maggi – WhiteRock, BC

I had the opportunity to have a very profound experience that will affect the rest of my life.

Sometimes I found that sitting very close to the next dyad became extremely frustrating, unable to think, unable to concentrate, unable to be alone in my thoughts. But sometimes my thoughts were just blank anyway and maybe being distracted was part of the process. I felt that having that little discomfort enabled me to come out of my warm, comfy, cozy environment that I am used to and to experience "the difficulties" which helped contribute to - well, who I am - without makeup, without an identity (label) and without my comfort.

Thank you. You were absolutely awesome.

June G.
Kelowna, BC

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