Testimonial by Claire Bentley

Attending the emotional healing retreat was truly transformative for me.

It provided me with invaluable insights into my learned behaviors and triggers for my emotions, shedding light on areas I naturally avoided confronting.

One of the most impactful lessons was understanding how the language we use when talking to ourselves is key to initiating change.The retreat offered focused support for the grief I've faced in my life, allowing me to confront and process it in a nurturing environment.

The daily dance therapy sessions were particularly profound, aiding me in my journey of healing and self-discovery.

Throughout the retreat, I gained valuable tools to navigate through tough times, equipping me with strategies to maintain emotional balance and resilience. It was truly the start of a journey of self-discovery, and I emerged with a deeper understanding of myself. On top of the emotional experiences, the practical aspects of the retreat were good.

The food provided was healthy, wholesome, freshly cooked vegetarian cuisine, complemented by their own delicious olive oil. All very delicious The accommodation was comfortable, and the hosts, Pingel and Peter, were attentive to any requirements and provided a welcoming atmosphere. I would recommend those attending to be animal lovers.

Overall, my experience at the emotional healing retreat was not easy, but it was undeniably worthwhile. I am grateful for the insight to embark on this journey of healing and self-discovery, and I highly recommend this retreat to anyone seeking profound personal growth and emotional healing.

Thank you so much!

Claire Bentley
United Kingdom

Testimonial by Elitsa Tilkidzhieva

Amazing!

This retreat was the most intense and transformative self-awareness I have ever experienced.

I am a therapist myself and have gone through years of personal therapy and training, but the depth and the immersive experience Pingel offered was something very special.

She created an incredibly safe space for me to dive deeply into whatever there is, acknowledging, accepting, and working therapeutically with it. I loved the combination of movement, body-oriented therapy, creativity, and psychotherapy.

I experienced Pingel as very sovereign in her knowledge and very professional.

Besides the individual work with Pingel, for me, the whole setting was very healing.

Spending one week in the Finca on my own with Pingel and Peter (and all the animals – especially Loki 😊), allowed me to completely immerse myself into the process, creating the space for integrating the experiences. What was especially healing for me was the warmth, the openness and the acceptance Pingel and Peter gave me. This is something that felt very special to me! Thank you so much for this!

By the end of this retreat, I felt so much more aligned with myself, alive and joyful. Now, a couple of months have passed and I still feel very authentic, much more open and expressive, very much in touch with my body and so alive.

I have no words to express how grateful I am for the work with did and for the whole experience of the retreat! Since I left Jardin de Luz I remember on a daily basis this transformative experience and I believe this would stay with me for life.

Thank you, Pingel and Peter!

Elitsa Tilkidzhieva
Therapist, Bulgaria

Testimonial by Donna Mattingley

Reward yourself with this retreat!

What initially appealed to me was the dance element in the description but I had no idea that NIA and the Feldenkrais method would give me a different perspective in my healing journey. 

Pingel and Peter have the ability to make you feel like you're instantly part of their family along with Noah (the dog), the cats, and their chickens. Their finca is the perfect place to take some time off, relax, and recharge. I will never forget my time with them as well as the lessons that I've learned during my weeklong stay. 

From the bottom of my heart, thank you so much Pingel and Peter. Keep sharing your gift with the world.

Hugs and kisses,
TheHappyFilipino

Donna Mattingley
Lawyer, Philippines

Testimonial by Federica Fornara

Expect the unexpected!

I wanted to improve the body/mind connection. 

I experienced a rich, accurate and flexible program, thanks to Pingel's multidisciplinary skills. She is able to approach with great sensitivity, respect, intelligence and a joyful attitude, the issues expressed by the client in the preliminary contact stages.

I’ll never forget this incredible woman. A hidden and unexpected gem, her lovely husband Peter whose witty sense of humor and great culinary talent enlightened our evenings (ask for his Tiramisù, trust me, I’m Italian). 

This is one of those experiences that leaves you immediate epiphanies but the power of this work is even more subtle and will keep on working for a long time. 

Federica Fornara
Milano, Italy

Testimonial by Melissa Levebvre

My retreat at Jardin de Luz was magical.

At first, you see this land, surrounded by mountains and full of olive and fruit trees, vegetables, herbs, and sweet animals. Everything is there to help you feel supported and encourage openness. And then there’s Pingel and Peter, a lovely couple who own the land and make sure your retreat is on point with what is good for you.

Peter is one of the best cook I’ve met (the fresh food was part of the journey) and Pingel has a sixth sens to dive deep in what you need to see and to work on. With humanity, sensibility, humility, she will use the body and creativity in all its forms to guide you at your own pace on your healing journey. Definitively, I recommend this retreat 100% and I sincerely hope I will come back one day.

Melissa Levebvre
Teacher, Canada