It was the most beautiful and intense retreat I have been to. The combination of daily Satsang, mantra singing, meditation, yoga, heart dance and Karma Yoga is amazing. There are fewer thoughts and sometimes no thoughts at all. I am able to connect much deeper to the Self and there was a moment when I clearly experienced the I as an illusion.
John David is full of love that takes you deeper into your inner wisdom and essence. He is a great mirror to experience the Self and to connect to what is within.
CHRISTIANE

I am very thankful for every meeting, a constant reminder of how life in presence can be. The retreat showed me how easy I am in my mind. I came in contact with a deep unresolved trauma, which could be a reason for my depression, numbness and self-judgements.
LAURA

I lost a lot and gained clarity, trust, joy, freedom and power.
I could see how little is personal. Every meeting with John David is new and fresh out of the moment. I can see that there is truth in the honesty of John David’s perspective.
ALEXANDER

I like John David`s undoubtful energetic aura and transmission of energy together with his sincerity and availability.
RAMÓN

I loved the retreat. John David is very heartful, humorous, wise and engaged, provocating in a supportive way.
I really enjoyed the high energy level, the inspiring program, the beautiful location and the interesting and diverse people.
CHRIS

I loved the Satsang meetings. It is amazing how much love and interest John David has for every single participant.
LUISA

I loved and enjoyed every single moment of the retreat. Being with John David feels like coming home, through clear and powerful presence, I found a deeper connection to life..
I had deep insights and the power, joy and openness of the community helped me a lot to open up.
JAYA

I have a lot of respect for John David. His presence and energy were a mixture of sweet-humoured and approachable and other times stern. I appreciate his dedication to learn and teach and share. The community around him shares a beautiful energy and it was lovely to be included. The Open Sky Villa is an oasis and it was a divine week.
LEONIE

I felt like arriving in a paradise place. The special ambience and energy in the retreat allowed me to recognize the paradise in myself. I love John David`s ability to pick people up where they are and bring them to silence. He clearly is a deeply caring and loving human being.
SIMONE