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August 2024 by Gloria Chung
Our experience was exponentially better than our expectations. The concepts and workshops were perfect for us and resulted in groundbreaking realizations, changes to our mindset and perspective of just about everything and more importantly: implementable changes. All of this on top of the fact we were in beautiful Sedona! My only regret was not finding them sooner!
Marian and Garrett were welcoming and we are so blessed for every moment we got to spend with them. If I had the time, I’d spend every weekend with them, they are the best. If you have an open mind and are ready to level up your life in any way, you will be amazed at the results. 6 out of 5 stars!
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August 2024 by Emily Hansen
I have struggled this past month since we returned home from our visit with Western Spirit to put into words just how much our experience meant to me. My first experience with Marian and Garrett was exactly 15 years ago with my sister, and it changed my life. I kept in touch with them over that time and when my husband and I were at a point in our relationship where we needed more help than we were getting in therapy I knew exactly where we should go. Our trip and the workshops that we navigated together saved us from continuing to deteriorate. It was a reboot, a reset, a jumping off point, a reconstruction of our bond from deep within, providing us a lifeline of hope versus a slow death of grasping at straws. We were given more awareness and tools to work with than we ever had before. It took a lot of intention, patience, respect, and love…which we had forgotten we still held so much for one another. We are so thankful. Forever thankful.
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July 2024 by Story Parsons
An amazing transformational and healing experience. Anyone looking to heal from childhood trauma, become more self aware or looking for their purpose in life should go. Marian is truly intuitive and her heart is pure. She takes time to get to know you so she can help you individually. I will go again.
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May 2024 by Sonja Haroldson
I attended the Womens retreat with Western Spirit! I loved all the workshops. Marian is a gifted spiritual teacher and her years of experience really show. I loved the ease and flow of the process and the allowance of space as she intuits what comes up to direct the conversation.
She genuinely gives her personal attention to each person and is able to detect the areas to address. I gained insight as well as useable roadmaps to help understand more clearly the habits and thoughts based in fear and how to live with a greater loving intention while staying connected to yourself your source and your power!
The hikes were so beautiful! Sedona is uniquely gorgeous. Garret is genuine and peaceful and knows so much about the area. I felt so 'at home' with these lovely people.
I am grateful for the opportunity to spend time with them and I am nourished by the experience. I hope to see you again some day!
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May 2024 by Mary Martin
I am an Octogenarian. Over my life-time, I have attended several group and individual retreats seeking respite. Western Spirit Enrichment center delivered all they promised. My sincere thanks to this Center for helping me enrich my day-to-day living and move forward relieved of any reason for holding back on enjoying life to the fullest. Finally , I have found peace.
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April 2024 by Jill Lov
Thank you Marian and Garrett from the bottom of my heart for all the kindness and warmth you showed me during my retreat. Marian understood exactly what I needed and helped me realize a lot of things about myself as well as taught me how to change my mindset to become a more confident person. I came away with so many tools to help improve my way of thinking and the experience and support are so valuable to me. And thanks Garett for showing me the beauty of the Sedona landscape and Bruno of course for your furry hugs!
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April 2024 by Amanda Chapman
I can't speak enough about my experience with Marian and Garrett when I stayed with them several years ago. Each day brought deep personal insights, fun adventures, and healing. I was very intentional in what I was looking for, and every need was met. I can't recommend this experience enough. For anyone who is seeking a respite, rejuvenation and/or simply needing a getaway for grounding, rest or introspection, this is the experience for you!
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April 2024 by Norman Jaehrling
My time at Western Spirit Enrichment Centre was the first and essential step in an incredible journey of self-discovery, faith and love. Gerret and Marian are warm, insightful and caring hosts, teachers and guides. Our experience together was only a few days, but our friendship has endured for years. If you are searching for meaning, clarity or an empowering path forward through life, I would highly recommend Western Spirit. Namaste!
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March 2024 by LK Long
Enjoyed a wonderful weekend that included a mix of reflective learning and outdoor engagement. Marian and Garrett are great hosts and work hard to assure you have a meaningful experience.
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January 2024 by Mark Simone
It's difficult to know where to start. My wife and I had the most amazing experience with Marian and Garrett (and Bella too). They are truly gifted individuals with a deep passion for helping others. I had zero clue what I was getting myself into when I agreed to come at my wife's suggestion. We both learned so many tools to be better partners to each other and to ourselves. Garrett is a very talented and well educated tour guide that gave us an experience and perspective of Arizona we would never had gotten had we just hiked around ourselves. I could right an essay about my experience here but I'll close by saying this was the best experience my wife and I had as a couple in our 10 years of marriage. We highly recommend!
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November 2023 by Karen Steige
This was a wonderful experience. I chose this retreat because of the combination of spiritual workshops in the morning and sightseeing in the afternoon. The workshops were wonderful and reinforced by the beauty of nature on our afternoon outings. Marion and Garrett are lovely people and I greatly appreciate the work that they do. I highly recommend this retreat!!
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November 2023 by Wendy Nelson
I highly recommend Western Spirit Enrichment Center. There are many retreat options that can fulfill your wants and needs. The folks there are professionals and also fun! You will have an amazing time in a beautiful location!!
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October 2023 by Colleen Irving
Marian and Garrett;The retreat at Western Spirit Enrichment Center exceeded my expectations! It provided me with the needed tools to move forward in my spiritual journey. Marian, your openness and warmth made it easy to open up and share. Garrett, your knowledge of Sedona and area, especially the trails and the history of the area made it so interesting. Your willingness to share your gifts were inspiring. The whole experience brought my husband and I closer than ever. With much gratitude, Colleen
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September 2023 by Allyson Roberts
Garrett and Marian provide a safe space to heal, breathe, connect to God and nature, and take deeper looks into life. Even in the rain, snow and mud, they both took extra care to make sure we had an amazing experience. I will definitely return to their retreats. Best way to start 2023!
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September 2023 by Lane Barr
I spent the most AMAZING week at Western Spirit with Marian and Garrett in Sedona in Fall of 2022 and could not be happier with my decision to attend their solo retreat over many others I researched. They were incredibly warm and welcoming and offered such variety in my experiences there including; creative and healing workshops lead by Marian that I looked forward to each and every day, absolutely stunning hikes in and around Sedona including my first visit to the Grand Canyon, learning so much fascinating information about the area I was visiting, a very fascinating and spiritually beneficial meeting with an Indian healer, tours of old ruins, and so much more. It was one of the best weeks I had all year and I came home revived, relaxed, and with new tools to take on life and relationships with in a healthier, more grounded manner. I also felt like I made two new friends that I'll cherish forever, including their sweet dog Bella.
I highly recommend Western Spirit to anyone wanting a spiritual/ healing type of vacation/get-away! You will be glad you did!
