While reflecting on how I came to enrol in this amazing programme, I’m reminded of the immediate impact the title had on me – Journey Back Home! Coming home to myself! How amazing would that be? Was it even possible? The word ‘home’ warmed my heart, and I wasted no time enrolling. I knew this was for me, and I wasn’t disappointed. I put my heart and soul into it, and now I’m reaping the benefits.

Although working in a group, it was evident that this programme is tailored to meet each person's individual needs. What I loved most was the respect and courtesy within the group. I quickly learned that I could be vulnerable and just ‘be’. There was deep listening, support, encouragement and above all, never any judgement. I was in a safe place.

The resources Linda has for this programme are outstanding and unique. The workbooks she has created have prompted me to delve deeper into who I am and to dare to touch on topics I would rather avoid. I find that these workbooks support me in ways that suit me; for example, I’m not obligated to share any content, although that option is available if I choose or need clarification on something. I can return to them at any time if I need to clarify something or compare any changes I have made along the way. They are user-friendly, beautifully set out, and mine to keep. The recordings of the sessions are also a valuable resource.

At the beginning of my Journey, I committed to claiming my life and achieving inner peace, honouring myself by committing to this programme and following through with the necessary steps to attain a happy and favourable outcome. I believe then I will have all I need to do the things I have stored away in my heart. As I’ve journeyed along these past 10 months, I’ve noticed notable changes within myself. My well-worn, practised opinion of myself has been low-grade, yet I’m now leaning more towards self-confidence, with fewer expectations of how I perceive I should be. I’m much kinder to myself than in the past and reaping the benefits of slowing down. I approach life at a slower pace now, and my body and mind thank me for it. (I began working on my inner self with Linda when I was 68 years of age; I’m now 77. I mention this purely to encourage others that age has no boundaries when it comes to seeking peace and engaging in coming home to self.)

Trauma impacted my life in varying degrees. Without me realising, it had me withdraw from my authentic self. I would do almost anything to be accepted and fit into a situation that sometimes had repercussions. No authenticity there! It isn't easy to single out just one element; however, self-trust is prominent. I needed to ‘fit in’ and be valued; I confess that I need validation and acceptance in many areas of my life. Slowing down and breathing in the goodness of life has created space for me to appreciate and acknowledge my virtues.

Accepting Linda’s invitation to “Take the first step and I will meet you there” has made a profound difference to my everyday life. I’ve become aware of my inner wisdom, my inner ‘knowing’, which I have since learnt has always been there—I didn’t know how to access it. Linda honours her promise to support each one with any concerns, no matter how significant or insignificant they may seem. She has a beautiful way of caring, always responding as if there were only one of us. When in her presence, one can be assured of her undivided attention. Her teachings and the way she delivers consistently hit the mark. Her approach is to ensure you ‘get it’.

I’m grateful to have enrolled in this course. There are many moments when the light came on —those life-changing moments that have enhanced my self-belief. Twelve months may seem endless, but meeting online every fortnight was a highlight for me. Each topic paved the way for a deeper exploration, yet never to the extent of feeling overwhelmed. I have been gently stretched in various areas, and I am grateful for that. From the beginning, it was evident to me how much we women have in common – we share similar thoughts, beliefs, and hopes. I found it comforting to know that I am not alone in life’s journey. Linda gently guided us through every element, always ensuring that, at the session's end, we said our goodbyes with gratitude and smiling faces. There is so much to love about this program – the topics, the evolving mutual trust and friendship within the group, the sharing, and Linda leading us into meditations. We’re almost at the end of the program with only a few more sessions to go, but I have learned and grown significantly over the past nine months. All the resources are mine to keep, and it's comforting knowing I can revisit them anytime in the future.

I fully support Linda and her efforts to create the Journey Back Home program. It’s life changing!​