Know
Thyself
Real Stories of Healing, Transformation & Self-Discovery
Welcome to the Know Thyself Testimonials page, a space where real people share their lived experiences of deep healing, emotional release, and personal transformation.
Through mindfulness, nature immersion, and guided inner work, participants reconnect with themselves, release what no longer serves them, and rediscover balance, presence, and purpose.
I feel so much gratitude to become who I actually am. I hope that everyone has this reminder that in the deep darkness there is always light.
And wherever you are right now, you just need to surrender and breathe through it...
And time will pass and things will settle themselves how they need to be - and you will swim in bliss and love.
- Gera
Being at the point of accepting that I am healed already, and that I am not as broken as I thought...
That was a very beautiful realisation.
- Desli
I don't think any language has words to describe how beautiful the mountains and rivers really are, the smell of the air, the beautiful flowers, the little birds chirping, and all the beautiful things that this place provides to support your personal spiritual journey.
I think my purpose here has been served, to find calmness and to find acceptance of all the beautiful things that life has given me.
- Aaron
Eden is an amazing place, and everyone is so open, loving, and here for the same reason.
I found that this is definitely the lifestyle I want to live, now that I have experienced it. I couldn't have asked for a better experience.
- Shayla
I personally had my first two Ayahuasca ceremonies here and I can only say that they've been truly life changing for me. I really feel reborn...
You feel safe, you feel held, and you really feel you come out on the other side stronger.
- Oliver
A beautiful message from dear Samantha
I had a truly beautiful and unforgettable experience at this retreat. From the moment I arrived, I felt welcomed, safe, and genuinely cared for. Our group was small which created a very personal atmosphere and allowed everyone to connect on a deeper level.
The setting itself was amazing: simple, grounded, and surrounded completely by nature. It felt peaceful and authentic rather than commercial. Every day included activities like morning yoga, gentle hikes, and time to connect with the incredible environment around us. Being immersed in nature was already healing by itself.
What made the biggest difference for me, though, was the people facilitating the retreat. The team created a space that felt safe, respectful, and supportive at every moment. I especially appreciated how Ayahuasca and the ceremonies were treated with such respect and care. Nothing felt forced, dramatic, or overwhelming. There was a beautiful balance between structure and freedom.
My own experience during the ceremonies was incredibly powerful. I had deeply emotional moments, and many meaningful memories and feelings surfaced that I had not connected with for years. It felt like reconnecting not only with myself, but also with love, nature, and emotions that had been buried for a long time. Some moments were intense, but I always felt supported and held throughout the process.
Of course, experiences like these are deeply personal and difficult to fully explain with words, but for me this retreat was genuinely magical and transformative. I left feeling lighter, more connected, and incredibly grateful.
I can wholeheartedly recommend this retreat to anyone looking for an authentic, respectful, and beautiful experience.
A heartfelt testimonial from Megan
I spent 6 nights at Eden Sanctuary in May 2026, including four nights in retreat, and it was a life-changing experience. I don't use that term lightly. I don't exaggerate when I say I emerged a different person than I entered. I didn't realize how much I needed this experience, but it soon became clear to me. The sanctuary itself is incredibly special and deserving of its name.
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The way the setting sunlight hits the mountains in the afternoons, the way the butterflies weave their dance among the trees, it's a spectacular setting. Nearby waterfalls are accessible on relatively short hikes and offer their own kind of healing experience. The rooms are clean and comfortable, and the meals are nutritious and expertly planned to facilitate a plant medicine retreat. Julie's yoga classes helped ground into the physical experience.
Martina, Ale, Isa, Dina, and Jorge - these people held us in such a beautiful way. They are expert facilitators and made us feel so welcome and heard, each of us at different points in our individual journeys. My companions on the retreat were harmonious and delightful, and all had been magnetized by the same calling, which shows how powerful and aligned these people truly are with what they are offering. The ceremonies themselves are expertly guided, with utmost reverence for the spirit and power of the plant, and respect for its heritage and traditions.
I felt incredibly guided by Jorge, and with Martina and Isa's song, it was such a beautiful and safe space to experience some of the most profound transformations of my life. I recommend this retreat to anyone who feels called to it. Let the spirit work its magic. The somatic wisdom that is imparted by the plants, and guided into space by the shamanic ceremony, it is something that will forever be a part of me. It is indescribable other than to say that I am infinitely grateful, and I am already planning to return.
