'The rest is history', by broadcaster and podcast host Coco Turner

'In 2018 my father passed away. We’d had a difficult relationship, and for the last 20 years of his life I was his primary carer. When he died, it cracked open a big vortex in me which I didn’t deal with very well. I used alcohol and other substances to ease some of the discomfort I was experiencing. I have now come to realise I was trying to suppress and self-manage my emotions. I had a lot of pent-up anger that was stored up in my body. The Hoffman Process uses a lot of techniques combined in a unique way that really worked to help me release that. I am trained as a yoga and meditation teacher, so I have certain tools that I’ve used over the years, but the course really made me understand how to use these things as daily practices; gratitude, getting enough sleep.

The Process changed my life as I was open to more things, more opportunities. I was open to the understanding that the only person that can help me, is me. There is no white knight in shining armour that’s going to come swooping in and rescue me. I also know that if I don’t love myself, I am limited in loving someone else. It gave me the greatest gift in realising who I am.'

To read Coco's Process Story in full, click here

For ways to follow Coco's 'Big Chat' podcast series, click here

Coco gets chatty with Tim

The latest episode in Coco's 'Big Chat' podcast series features none other than Hoffman UK's founder and author of You Can Change Your Life, Tim Laurence.

Click here for a list of audio-only download/streaming options, or on the video link to watch on YouTube.

Hoffman in The Times: 'It saved my life'

We'd like to thank Hoffman graduate Elaine Kingett for mentioning Hoffman as part of a feature about bereavement, grief and loss in The Times last weekend. You can read the article in full here and a short extract below:

'Woman & Home asked me to write a feature about whether you could buy self-esteem by going on a course. I was obviously a prime candidate and the Hoffman Process, a six-night £3,700 residential retreat that aims to equip you with the tools to not repeat the negative patterns of behaviour inherited from your parents, seemed to fit the bill. The course took place in a upmarket country house with beautiful grounds near enough to home (in case it seriously kicked off). There was good food and it had been recommended by some celebs that I admired.

Off I trotted, unaware of the full implications of what was involved and, once again, using work as an excuse to avoid reality. But it saved my life. By encouraging me to show my true self and be honest about my whole life experience, without the aid of alcohol or make-up and still feel liked and accepted, it reaffirmed my faith in myself as a worthy human; the kids were terrified by the thought of who I would be on my return but amazed at my transformation into this calm creature. And it lasted, I did call time on my excesses and realised that maybe, I was worth saving...'

To speak to a member of the Hoffman team about whether the Process is right for you, email info@hoffmaninstitute.co.uk or call the office on +44(0)1903 88 99 90.

One weekend, tools for life: the Hoffman Essentials

The Hoffman Essentials is an online weekend workshop led by two members of the Hoffman team. It provides a practical introduction to Hoffman tools and techniques that you can take away and use from day one. Numbers are limited to 16 participants to provide a safe, contained environment.

The cost for the weekend starts from just £195 (Early Bird rate).

What's more, participants on The Hoffman Essentials receive a follow-up Zoom call (included in the price), access to a dedicated post-Essentials resource section of our website and £100 discount voucher towards the seven-day Hoffman Process.

Upcoming dates: (click on the orange links for more info)

May 20 & 21

June 10 & 11

July 15 & 16

'I loved the experience and would recommend it to anyone who feels a little lost and alone in their journey towards a better life and better mental/emotional health.' ~ Hoffman Essentials participant

For more information, dates and to book, click here

Introduction to Hoffman - weekly sessions by Zoom

If you would like more information about Hoffman courses and events, our free, informal introduction sessions by Zoom are a great opportunity to find out more.

Led by Hoffman UK Managing Director, Serena Gordon and members of the Hoffman enrolment team, the hour-long sessions provide a mix of information and the opportunity for Q&A. Attend with your camera on or off – either way, you’ll be guaranteed a warm welcome. You can just listen in, or ask questions via Zoom’s ‘chat’ function, and we’ll be happy to answer them.

Perhaps you’re planning to register for the Hoffman Process? These calls can talk you through the practicalities of attending the Process and what it entails. There will also be information about our Hoffman Essentials weekends and our other short courses and workshops.

Wednesday 3 May: 4:00pm

Tuesday 9 May: 7:30pm

Wednesday 17 May: 4:00pm

Tuesday 23 May: 7:30pm

Wednesday 31 May: 4:00pm

To register, simply email info@hoffmaninstitute.co.uk with the date of the session you would like to attend, and we'll reply with the Zoom logins.

Can't make these dates? Sessions from June onward can be found on our website here

The Hoffman Process: dates and availability

Having a range of new venues to run the Process allows us to offer more single-room accommodation than ever before; please visit the Venues page on our website or contact us if you have specific questions about a venue.



May 6-12: Bore Place: Wait List*

May 27-June 2: Charney Manor: Wait List

June 17-23: Broughton Hall (pictured): One Space

July 8-14: Charney Manor: Available

July 22-28: Charney Manor: Available

August 5-11: Charney Manor: Available

For later dates in 2023, click here

For practical information about the Process and what it entails, we hold weekly information evenings by Zoom that are free to attend. These take place at either 7.30pm on a Tuesday evening or 4.00pm on a Wednesday. You can find details of upcoming dates here.

Questions? You can call our office during UK office hours on +44(0)1903 88 99 90 or email info@hoffmaninstitute.co.uk.

* At the time of writing! When a Process is on a Wait List, spaces do regularly become available. To find out more about Wait List and parachute places, email enrolment@hoffmaninstitute.co.uk or call us on +44(0)1903 88 99 90

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