Thank you for an amazing week, one month out I'm still processing all that I have learned. Menla offered a great setting for connecting to ourselves and nature. I enjoyed connecting and learning from the community as well. The programming and classes were really what I needed - thanks again!

Kevin has a rare gift—the ability to seamlessly weave magic and science into a profound, grounded experience that breaks through old patterns and reveals a deeper understanding of the self. Each session felt like a sacred container, where ancient wisdom met modern insight. Kevin’s presence, precision, and intuitive guidance allowed me to explore the inner landscape with clarity and grace. His work invites you to step beyond the surface, into the mystery, while staying rooted in real, embodied awareness. This retreat was more than just a getaway—it was a portal to deep transformation. I walked away feeling aligned, inspired, and truly seen.

Finding the right words to describe an experience such as the DHYANA Eighfold Path retreat at Menla is hard, even for a writer like me! The scaffolding of the retreat was well thought out, though. From the reminder letters, welcome bags, love notes, instructions, accommodations, and spa treatments, one immediately felt cared for and prepared to let go. And we did just that. There were beautiful instruction cards with schedules and other important information at our disposal to orient us to the daily offerings and the theory behind them. Each segment was uniquely and thoughtfully curated within the larger context and arc of the retreat. There was still room for wonderful and often fun improvisation/or recreation. There were tears, belly laughs, and friendships renewed or newly formed. This was the space to "be" and not "do", to look inside and notice. Amidst VERY professional sound systems, musical artistry, and lovely spacious practice areas, we could seamlessly enter a sanctuary of love, trust, and pure joy! Thank you.......for the magic!

It was a miraculous experience, as expected. Both years at Menla fully exceeded any ideas of what I thought the weeks could look like and I was so moved and transformed by it all. I love the Menla staff, cuisine, beautiful mountains, and practice spaces. My only issue was with the mattress as I had to pile pillows under my (healthy) back because the pain was keeping me up at night. Kevin and team were top notch and outside of the other review I already submitted, I have nothing to add but 10 stars all around. It was phenomenal and I will be returning!

An absolutely beautiful and inspiring week....thank you deeply.