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'For some people, it takes years to feel ready for Hoffman. For me, it was around six weeks from finding out about the Process to attending what would be a life-changing and life-saving residential week.
I'd been feeling low for a while - I just wasn’t myself. I was struggling with my self-esteem, imposter syndrome and the feeling that I just wasn’t good enough. Changes at work heightened my anxiety. I felt out of my depth, overwhelmed, and started displaying symptoms of depression. I became despondent and incapable of completing projects and tasks at which I was more than proficient.
My son noticed and expressed his concern to my best friend that I wasn’t myself. Over a coffee, my friend told me how much he cherished our friendship and asked me to talk to him. That’s when I broke down. I told him about the intrusive thoughts I'd been having and that I was feeling depleted, burnt out, and a useless fraud.
After several heart-to-hearts, he mentioned a former colleague who had been in a similar situation. He'd tried several different forms of counselling and therapy and had then attended the Hoffman Process - it had changed his life.
I started to research the Process and decided that not only did I need to change, but I wanted to. I hadn't had any therapy or counselling previously, but felt this was for me.'
To read Michael's Process Story in full, click here
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Karena was working in business development for CAFOD when she decided to apply for a Hoffman Process scholarship.
What prompted you to do the Process?
During and after the pandemic, I was having trouble handling the challenges life had dealt me and was going through a particularly rough patch when I first heard of the Hoffman Process. My brother-in-law, who had done the Process in Australia about 10 years previously, recommended that I sign up. After doing some online research on the Process, I decided to attend a Hoffman UK information sessionover Zoom, which helped answer some of my questions and was the catalyst to me signing up.
How did you hear about Hoffman scholarships?
I heard about the scholarship at the online information session... At the time, I worked with a charity that focuses on alleviating poverty brought about by environmental and climate change. I saw that the Process could benefit my work as well as my personal life, so I decided to apply.
What would you say to anyone thinking about going on the Process?
The Hoffman Process will probably be the best gift you can give yourself. I see the Process as a tornado that challenged and shook up how I view myself and the world - it has the ability to challenge the negative and leave a trail of love and happiness in its wake. The Process has shown me how to free myself from negativity and shame, be empathic instead of confrontational and chart a path towards my goals. I’m now more grounded, empathic and hopeful for the future.'
To read the full interview, click here
To find out more about Hoffman scholarships, click here.
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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 definitely learn some useful skills and practical tools to help you with your day-to-day life.
Our Introduction Day this weekend will be led by Supervising Hoffman Facilitator and Managing Director, Serena Gordon (pictured). Serena is one of the co-founders of Hoffman UK, with nearly three decades of experience of the tools and techniques – so if you’ve got questions, here’s a great opportunity to ask them in person.
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 workshop for partners/family members of people who have completed the Process, as it gives you an insight into what they have learned.
What’s more, if you do go on to do the residential Hoffman Process within 12 months of an Introduction Day, you’ll receive £100 discount on your future Process fee.
Date: Sunday 30 June
Time: Arrive from 9.30am for a 10.00am start. We aim to finish by 5.00pm
Led by: Supervising Hoffman Facilitator and Managing Director, Serena Gordon
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
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Lovely to hear Supervising Hoffman facilitator Roxy Hayde being interviewed by Drew Horning on Hoffman US Love's Everyday Radius podcast series recently. From the episode info:
'Roxy came to the Hoffman Process after a lifetime of trying to hold it all together behind a deeply defended heart.
At a very young age, Roxy knew that to feel safe she would have to learn how to control everything and everyone around her and not let herself feel vulnerable. Through the Process, she dropped into a very soft place and came to parent herself in a way she’d never known. Roxy and her emotional child have fostered a beautiful relationship. She tells Drew how her inner child is often present with her when she teaches the Process.
Roxy describes her deep fear of vulnerability and how she hid herself behind the archetype of a strong, successful woman. That kept her from having real connections with the people in her life. Now, she connects deeply with people and also connects people in marriage as a wedding celebrant. Roxy is a celebrant who celebrates love with an open, vulnerable, radiant heart.'
To listen to the podcast episode, click here
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The Hoffman Essentials two-day workshop via Zoom gives you the opportunity to fully immerse yourself in the Hoffman tools and techniques and to quickly learn how you can get much more out of your life.
Each weekend is led by two Hoffman Process facilitators. Participant numbers are limited to provide a safe, contained environment, and you'll be provided with tips on setting up a supportive space for your workshop in advance. Over the two days, you'll learn practical tools, techniques and practices from the seven-day Hoffman Process, which you can use straight away to start making positive changes in your life.
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 Process.
Click the orange dates for more information and booking. Each weekend is priced at £250 with an Early Bird rate of £195.
July: Saturday 27 & Sunday 28
October: Saturday 19 & Sunday 20
'An eye-opening and powerful weekend. Highly recommended for getting to know yourself, your behaviours and relationships better.' ~ Jonathan, 2024
For more information and to book the Hoffman Essentials, click here.
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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 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.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.
Upcoming dates:
Wednesday 3 July 4:00 pm
Tuesday 9 July 7:30 pm
Wednesday 17 July 4:00 pm
Tuesday 23 July 7:30 pm
Wednesday 31 July 4:00 pm
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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Hoffman Process dates with availability are below. From August, we're very excited to be hosting the Process at an award-winning venue near Lincoln, The Vedanta, which will allow us to offer ensuite single rooms to all participants. We'll also be making our return to the fabulous Broughton Sanctuary and Charney Manor. You can find out a little more about each of our Process venues on our website here.
July 6-12: Oxon Hoath
July 20-26: Oxon Hoath
August 3-9: Oxon Hoath
August 25-31: The Vedanta
September 14-20: Broughton Sanctuary
October 26 - November 1: Charney Manor
November 24-30: The Vedanta
December 7-13: The Vedanta
For practical information about attending the Process, we hold weekly information calls by Zoom that are free to attend, or you're very to welcome to book a call with a member of our enrolment team, who can answer any questions you might have. Email info@hoffmaninstitute.co.uk or give the office a call on +44(0)1903 88 99 90.
For more dates and information click here
For a little more about our venues, click here.
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