May is an exceptional coach and leader: wise, encouraging, creative, intelligent, and patient, her leadership coaching group and online programs, as well as her weekly podcasts, have been instrumental to self-reflection and in turn my emotional and spiritual growth during the past 18 months. Her in-person retreat highlighted her talents and experience wherein we engaged in meditation, intention setting, akashic energy work, journaling, and much more (including fine dining). May has a gift of understanding her clients’ respective needs and goals and providing the appropriate tools and environment for self-attainment. I look forward to continuing my journey with May and would strongly encourage any person who seeks to grow, discover, and learn to do so.

“I look forward to continuing my journey with May”

While I have been struggling to write a formal testimonial because the feelings and joy from the retreat defy words, what I have not been struggling with is telling everyone I talk to how amazing and life-changing it was. From the realizations I had about myself and how I want to be in life to the wonderful people I met (and hopeful friendships I will continue!) to the amazingly curated set of activities and experiences, I cannot say enough good things! The words I keep using are "magical" and "amazing" and "eye opening"...and while I can already tell that holding on to the retreat glow will be hard at times, so much of what we did is now a part of my feelings, body and soul that I will carry it with me everywhere I go and I'm hopeful that the seed of alignment and contentedness that was planted will continue to grow.

Thank you for the thought and care that went into planning and creating the right mix of all the things to make this happen. I've been singing your praises and recommending future retreats to a everyone as well! 

“The feeling and joy from the retreat defy words”

Before the retreat, I was juggling a high level of professional responsibility and stress. Like many in academic medicine, I was constantly balancing research, deadlines, and expectations. I also realized I was often prioritizing others’ needs and opinions over my own, which left me feeling mentally overloaded and not fully grounded.

I was looking for a way to reset and to step out of my usual environment and gain perspective. I wanted tools to better manage stress and to feel more present and intentional in both my work and personal life.

What surprised me most was how quickly I was able to slow down and feel a shift in mindset. The retreat created a space that was both structured and deeply supportive. The environment was beautiful, and everything felt thoughtfully designed. I also didn’t expect to form such meaningful connections with others in such a short time.

Since the retreat, I’ve incorporated more meditation and yoga into my daily life, which has made a noticeable difference in how I handle stress. I feel calmer, more thoughtful in my responses, and less driven by worrying about what others think of me. I’ve developed practical tools that help me navigate challenges with more clarity and balance. Importantly, I’ve also started doing more things for myself, not just for others. With encouragement and guidance from May, I even took a step I had been considering for a while and became a volunteer first responder, which has been incredibly meaningful.

I would recommend this retreat to anyone in a high-pressure or demanding field who feels overwhelmed or disconnected from themselves. It’s especially valuable for people who are used to taking care of others but need space to reset, reflect, and reconnect with their own priorities. May is an exceptional guide. She is kind, insightful, giving and deeply positive. She brings a sense of wisdom and calm that makes you feel supported throughout the experience.

"What surprised me most was how quickly I was able to slow down and feel a shift in mindset."