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Simone
MessageSimone seems to create a wonderful, magical, and enchanting atmosphere at the events they facilitate. Attendees consistently describe the events as "magical," "enchanting," and "a beautiful adventure." The feedback highlights the great energy, positive vibes, and welcoming, accepting environment that Simone cultivates. Attendees also appreciate the combination of workshops, food, and natural settings that Simone provides. Additionally, Simone seems adept at organizing and coordinating events, even if there is room for improvement in certain logistical areas like clear communication, timekeeping, and resource availability. Overall, Simone's strengths seem to lie in their ability to foster a transformative, restorative, and communal experience for attendees.
Matthias Bachmann
MessageThe varied outdoor spaces, including the inner courtyard, balcony, and cozy mattresses, were greatly appreciated. The music was well-received, with the DJs being praised for their positive energy. The availability of snacks, such as carrots and hummus, as well as the awareness team, were also noted as positive aspects. Attendees commented on the great atmosphere, friendly people, and overall enjoyable experience, with one attendee even stating that it was the "best party I have ever been to!" The organizer's efforts in creating an engaging and sufficiently unaffiliated event were also recognized. While there were a few suggestions for improvement, such as better ventilation and clarifying rules around outside food and drinks, the overall feedback on Matthias' facilitation and the event itself was overwhelmingly positive.
Dan
MessageDan is praised for his excellent event organization, including the great space, set, and live music. Attendees appreciated the ceremonial and healing elements he brought, as well as the overall fun and playful atmosphere he created. Many commented on how the event allowed them to fully express themselves and let go of difficult emotions, with one person noting they were able to shift from a terrible mood to feeling great joy and peace. Dan also seems to do a good job of making people feel safe and free to be themselves on the dance floor. While there were some suggestions for improvement, such as diversifying the music selection and keeping the introductory explanations more concise, the overall feedback highlights Dan's strengths as a facilitator who provides a transformative ecstatic dance experience.
Anais
MessageAnais is described as a skilled and compassionate facilitator who creates a safe, nurturing, and supportive space for her events. Participants consistently comment on feeling deeply held, seen, and celebrated in her gatherings. She provides clear explanations and choices, allowing participants to engage in a way that feels comfortable for them. Anais also demonstrates a strong understanding of energy work, using elements like cacao, sound, and scents to facilitate powerful, transformative experiences for attendees. Feedback highlights the meaningful insights and shifts that participants have experienced through Anais' well-designed programs, which range from chakra balancing to womb wisdom circles. Overall, Anais is praised for her ability to guide meaningful, heart-centered gatherings that nourish the souls of those who attend.
Rachel Liberty
Messageedinburgh psychedelic integration edinburgh integration mainstreaming psychedelics psychedelic integrationThe group is praised for being friendly, diverse, and providing a safe container for authentic sharing. Participants appreciated the structure of the sessions, which often included a mix of group discussions, partner exercises, and interactive elements. Many noted that the group was beneficial for integration and personal development, even beyond the specific context of psychedelic use. Overall, the feedback suggests Rachel is an skilled and compassionate facilitator who has built a valuable community for those interested in psychedelic integration and self-exploration.
Lucy Lord
MessageBased on the feedback provided, Lucy excels at creating and holding "beautiful safe spaces" for participants, particularly in workshops dealing with sensitive and emotional topics like death, dying, and grief. This skill is evident in multiple pieces of feedback that praise the environment of support, acknowledgement, and empowerment she fosters, enabling heartfelt connection and allowing participants to express their feelings and thoughts freely. While feedback mentions Faye and Hannah too, Lucy's contribution to creating safe spaces can be assumed.
Sam Gandy
MessageSam was deeply knowledgeable and passionate about the topic of mushroom cultivation. He was able to make the complex topic approachable, providing clear explanations of the "how" along with the "why". Participants found his presentations engaging and informative, highlighting his ability to effectively share his expertise. Many noted that Sam was responsive to questions and willing to provide additional details. Overall, Sam was praised for his teaching style and commitment to helping participants develop a strong understanding of the art and science of mushroom cultivation.
Luke
MessageLuke and his co-facilitators (Bhavanie and Rosie) are praised for their warm, humble, and empathetic approach that helps participants feel welcome, safe, and cared for. They are described as "gifted," "knowledgeable," and "trustworthy" in guiding the ceremonies. Participants consistently report feeling deeply relaxed, connected, and transformed by the experiences. The music and sound work led by Luke is also highlighted as a particular strength, with his voice and the use of instruments like gongs and singing bowls being described as "divine," "uplifting," and "an instrument in itself." Overall, Luke seems to excel at creating intimate, grounded, and profoundly impactful ceremonial experiences for his participants.
Tree Carr
MessageTree Carr is described as a knowledgeable, informative, and passionate guide who provides excellent instruction on the topic of lucid dreaming. Participants found the course content to be fascinating, eye-opening, and enriching, with helpful techniques and practices. Tree's facilitation style is widely praised as being warm, supportive, and effective in creating a welcoming learning environment, even in an online format. Many participants highlighted Tree's generosity in sharing her extensive knowledge and experience, as well as her ability to skillfully navigate the group dynamics. The use of herbs and the ongoing community engagement through the Signal chat were also cited as valuable elements of the course. Overall, the feedback suggests that Tree Carr is an exceptional facilitator who is able to deeply engage and guide her students in the exploration of lucid dreaming and altered states of consciousness.Ronan Harrington
MessageThe feedback indicates that Ronan is a skilled facilitator who creates a thoughtful and friendly atmosphere for the discussions. Participants appreciated the probing questions and new insights that Ronan brought to the events, particularly the thought-provoking perspectives from Bayo Akomolafe. While some wished for a greater diversity of voices, especially from women, the overall sentiment was that Ronan facilitated potent and engaging dialogues that opened up important and sometimes taboo conversations around topics like white supremacy and cultural appropriation. Participants valued Ronan's ability to hold open a nuanced, shame-free space for these sensitive discussions.
