'Save me from the waves' by author & adventurer Jessica Hepburn

'It was infertility and my desperate pursuit of motherhood that led me to the Hoffman Process. And, in turn, the Hoffman Process led me to many things including writing three books, swimming the English Channel and climbing Mount Everest!

I was about to turn 40 at the time and this milestone proved to be a real wake-up call for me. I decided to take a 3-month sabbatical from work. Signing up for the Process was a gift to myself, and felt like a good way to begin my sabbatical and a new chapter.

The Process was truly transformational and changed my life in many ways. I’m now 53 and I still feel its impact, on both a psychological and practical level. If I’m honest, I think I went into Hoffman hoping I would unlock some sort of psychological key to my infertility which would allow my body to get pregnant. Sadly that didn’t happen. But it was the beginning of a journey to a completely different life. A life that I never imagined and that is extraordinary and exciting.

I now describe myself as an author, arts producer and adventure activist. It’s a unique and unusual job description. I hope I’m also a bit of a female pioneer. I'm an activist for the power of adventure to improve your mental health when you’ve been through dark and difficult times. I’m equally passionate about micro adventures as I am about massive ones – the important thing is doing something new; something that requires effort (for you) and something where the outcome is unknown...'

Read Jessica's extraordinary Process Story in full on our website here. To find out more about Jessica's work, including her three books, click here. For details of her 2025 swimming retreats in Spain and Scotland, visit swimquest.uk.com

If you've read Jessica's story and have questions about the Process, we'd be really happy to answer them.

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'A taste of my own medicine', by consultant psychiatrist Chris Taaffe

Click to read Chris' Process Story

'I'd been to a Hoffman introductory evening in Dublin in the early 2000’s with my wife and even recommended the Process to a number of patients, who subsequently described the sense of liberation and freedom it induced. Finally in November 2023, my wife gifted me the deposit for the Hoffman Process, hoping among other things that it would encourage a physical as well as an emotional de-clutter, as I am a bit of a hoarder!

I knew the Process was an emotional risk that would involve a lot of initial discomfort, but at this point I was willing to push through that. After completing the course in January 2024, I'm very glad I did. The pre-course work was an insight-building tool and revelatory in itself. The week at the venue in Kent was skilfully constructed, with a lovely balance between silence and expression, using ritual to powerfully reinforce a particular skill or technique. The facilitators were open, receptive, caring and attuned to all our highs and lows.

I left the Process unburdened. I started the course as a workaholic and have now put down new ground rules at work. Things feel generally lighter and easier in most areas of life and my wife is delighted to see me home earlier on Friday evenings. I punctuate my days now with mental rest and have reinvested in a social life. As for the decluttering, it’s happening gently, possibly not at the pace my wife would like, but I’m definitely getting there…'

Thank you to Chris for sharing his Process Story. You can read more here

How can we help you? Introduction to Hoffman by Zoom

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

Led by members of the Hoffman enrolment team, the hour-long sessions provide a mix of information and the opportunity for Q&A.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 Hoffman Essentials weekends and our other short courses and workshops.

Upcoming dates:

Tuesday 3 September

Wednesday 11 September

Tuesday 17 September

Wednesday 25 September

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.

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Join us for a Hoffman Introduction Day in London

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Hoffman Introduction Days are one-day workshops led by members of the Hoffman facilitating team. They’re hands-on, using techniques from the Process itself, so whether you go on to do the full seven-day course or not, you will learn useful skills and practical tools to help you with your day-to-day life.

'I approached the day with an open mind and open heart and l was amazed at the difference in my thinking afterwards' ~ 2024 participant

If you’re already interested in signing up to a Process date, the day will provide the chance to try a mini-taster before you commit. It can also be an illuminating experience for partners/family members of people who have completed the Process, as it gives an insight into what they have learned.

If you go on to do the residential Hoffman Process within a year of an Introduction Day, you’ll receive £100 discount on your future Process fee.

Date: Sunday 27 October

Time: Arrive from 9.30am for a 10.00am start. We aim to finish by 5.00pm

Cost: £150 per person

Venue: Violet Hill Studios, 6 Violet Hill, St John’s Wood, London NW8 9EB

For more information and to book, click here

The seven-day Hoffman Process: 2025 dates now available

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2024

September 14-20: Broughton Sanctuary (Wait List)*

October 26 - November 1: (Wait List)*

November 24-30: (Wait List)*

December 7-13: The Vedanta: Available

2025

January 11-17: The Vedanta: Available

January 25-31: The Vedanta: Available

February 8-14: The Vedanta: Available

March 1-7: The Vedanta: Available

March 22-28: The Vedanta: Available

*When a Process is on a wait list, places do still often become available. Email info@hoffmaninstitute.co.uk or give the office a call on +44(0)1903 88 99 90 if you are interested in joining a wait list.

For practical information about attending the Process, you're very welcome to attend one of our weekly information calls by Zoom, or to book a call with a member of our enrolment team, who can answer any questions you might have.

Dates and availability are updated regularly on our website here

For a little more about our venues, click here.

All dates in this newsletter are correct at the time of sending, but are subject to change.

Visit www.hoffmaninstitute.co.uk for the latest updates.

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