Testimonials
"The lessons that I've learned here have provided me so much insight into how to make the Sevenfold Path sustainable in my life. This is such a gift and opportunity. " Linda H.
"I continued to feel a sense of blessing and joy and ease for a week. Now I'm somewhat more mindful of how I lose touch with my core, and the utter waste of living from a negative state.
Thank you both for yet another wonderful retreat! ~Anne O'Connor
"Lorenna's and Shantree's support, brilliance, love and special care provided a profound healing environment. Their sacred land also nurtured my being through my apprenticeship. I completely and lovingly recommend this program for a deep reconnection with yourself while living in a wonderful community. " Terri-Lee
"This was an amazing experience!" Phillip Drew
Upon leaving, I hold a relationship with plants that has been activated at an entirely new level, inspiring a 
new perspective that engages the senses so beautifully and fully. This is thanks to Shantree. Such a respected teacher whom I will forever hold in my heart.
My body is able to receive and communicate and love more fully through the help of Lorenna and the awakening of the ancient fluidity within me. The friends I have made will always touch my heart and inspire my spirit. I am so grateful to move forward in this power. "~ Lindsay, Spring 2007
"Taking time to nurture and nourish myself in this crazy hectic world was the most loving thing I've ever done for myself. The Shamanu daily practices of movement, dance, breath work and meditation, combined with the Ayurvedic Living nutrition, deepening my connection with nature and the Elements have all brought a serious transformation." Jessy V.
"My gratitude for Lorenna and Shantree and the vision of peace they hold is infinite." Terra
I've learned so many valuable lessons. Lorenna and Shantree are so wise. Such honorable teachers. This has been a milestone along my path. For that, I am so thankful. " Maya
It is for me and them so easy to love and feel grateful for its existence and the determined, sometimes 
overwork, sweet souls, that I have felt the deepest of gratitude for at so many times in my exchange here." Better ‘folded' in the Sevenfold Path! ~Andrew
"Summarizing an experience like this is not an easy task, as each passing day brings me greater understanding of how my experience at the Living Centre has changed me." Umsha
"I cannot express in words the value of this type of education. It has given me a stronger connection to my environment, my community and myself. I see this as being an immensely important part of my evolution. It has inspired me, helped me to find direction and opened avenues to the ways in which I can contribute to the community and the environment around me." Carol
Thank you for all that you have given me and for the beautiful work you are doing! You are an Inspiration to All!" Much Love and Gratitude, Tara Peters
"Lorenna and Shantree truly care for people and our planet. They're down to earth, kind, "real" people who are working towards an even more beautiful world for all to enjoy." David
The combination of fresh air, sunlight, swimming in the pond, gardening, great food and amazing people made this summer a very memorable, live changing experience. 
Lorenna and Shantree have shown me by their example how to live with more beauty in my life. It's been a pleasure spending three months at the Centre. I look forward to seeing how things expand and grow in the years to come. I'm sure it will be magical."
With love and thankfulness, Mary Anne Patterson 2006
"Not only did I receive a very comprehensive, professional, highly interesting and enjoyable course in Herbology but I was also immersed in a wholistic Lifestyle (Sevenfold Path to Peace), could experience the delicious and transforming Living-Foods Diet, the Shamanu Movement Practices, Meditations, Rituals and Celebrations." Jean Luc
