Increased Self-Worth and Happiness

The Self Awareness Weekend changed my life. I have forgiven myself and those who ever hurt me. I understand now why I reacted the way I did to life and found inner power to change the way I experience it. As a result, I gave myself permission to follow my dreams, to change my career and move out of the city to the mountains. I am more patient with myself and more loving and patient with others. I am very proud of my life now and the HUGE accomplishments I've achieved since I attended SAW over TWO YEARS AGO.
Thank you, Andrea and Laina!
Janice T.
Massage Therapist
Cell # 916-220-2156

"Just a short note to fill you all in on my public speaking adventure. As it turned out I presented my information to only the supervisors, plan check personnel and counter staff, not as large of group as the Wednesday morning meeting but still enough to test speaking to a group.
Anyway, it was fun! I had no racing heart, pounding pulse, sweating, or anything else. I couldn't believe it! It was actually fun to present my thoughts and "feelings" on two important subjects that effect developers, contractors etc. It's interesting, I presented the same facts to one supervisor a month ago and he told me that the city will not change its policy on this subject. This time, after I presented my facts, our big supervisor took a vote to see the response of everyone concerned, at first no one raised their hand, then one by one they all joined my side. "I had excellent facts to back me up". I was beaming inside! Not only was I heard, my opinion was important and hopefully the supervisors will follow through and change the policy.
Tomorrow, on Friday, I am scheduled for an interview for the field supervisors position, (I applied for the position 6 months ago). I had not heard one word about the position since. Everything happens for a reason. Up until last weekend I thought I would not qualify or not have enough experience, not be good enough etc, now I can take the position if I choose to, if I want the challenge, not letting fear dictate my decision.
Freedom is nice. Speaking my mind is nice. Hope all of you have a great day!! And thank all of you for supporting me! "
Tom O.
City of Sacramento

"I had spent so many years working to understand and improve myself, mainly from a rational perspective. I always felt there was a barrier to making long lasting improvements, I felt there must be some way to access and free my emotional obstacles. This SAW provided the environment, the opportunity and the vehicle to release the hidden emotional stress and align a healthy mind with a healthy heart. And it provided the tools for us to maintain, and nurture this new relationship into the future. 2 weeks later and I am still flying. Thanks!"
Charles G.

"I found the SAW web site on the internet and felt it could have answers to questions I had been asking myself. So, before I knew it I was in Sacramento petrified and alone not knowing what I had gotten myself into. I have never been one to open up and talk about my feelings to anyone especially people I did not know.To be honest I didn't even know how to explain my feelings. I found the group talks amazing! I opened up and felt so free to talk about myself and my past. I was never judged and found everyone in the group had something I could learn from.
Before I knew it is was Sunday night and it was over, I was so happy and excited to come back home and see my family, yet I was so sad to leave this amazing group of people I got to love in 3 days. I had a 5 hour flight home and everything seemed so new to me. I was seeing things I had never noticed before. As I was driving out of Logan airport I saw a billboard. It said, "The farther back you look, The farther forward were able to see" That billboard just finished the weekend for me. I looked back in my past at SAW and found answers and received tools I needed to move ahead. I am grateful to the group of people I met during the weekend and Andrea and Laina for giving me a journey that will stay with me a lifetime."
Donna D.
603-674-5530
New Hampshire

Yes, the program works. Opening my mind, awakening myself and becoming aware of my ego mind and how it controls me and my decisions in life. I now am in charge of my life. I now know I deserve a good life and good relationships with women. I am worthy of my freedom.
Jeff S.
Brick layer in Sacramento, CA
Cell # 916-972-7510

"If you're ready to change your life so that you feel free and powerful, this is for you! I was totally ready to improve my semi-great life and this Weekend exceeded my wildest expectations. Wow! Thanks!"
Dina A.
(916) 715-6850
Sacramento, CA

"It has been the most enlightening, exhilarating, experience I think I've ever had. I came away wanting more. I had no idea I had all of that in me and thank you for showing me a responsible way of letting my feelings or resentment and anger out. I came away feeling like this is the first day of the rest of my life. I feel empowered and armed to handle much more. I would like to take this to the next level."
Jeri S.
Sacramento, CA

"I feel freer to be myself than I have ever felt in my life. A huge weight was lifted from my shoulders enabling me to embrace all that life has to offer, I highly recommend that everyone who has ever had doubts about their self-worth take this Weekend. Everything is professionally handled. I would recommend this Weekend without hesitation."
Meg P.
(781) 883-6383
Marblehead, MA

"Before SAW, I had hit rock bottom. I had been seriously depressed for at least 15 yrs. Suicide crossed my mind on a daily or more basis. After completing SAW I had a new lease on life. I am strong, confident, and able to now tackle my problems head on again. Attending SAW did more than just save my life, it gave me life. I am now more alive that I can ever remember being. Everyone can benefit from this program, those like me and worse or even if they may just have a few struggles that they need help working through. The person will not only be able to deal with whatever their issues might be, they will also leave with the tools and confidence to handle anything they may face in the future".
David D.
ddemey2369@yahoo.com

"The processes you led us through during the Weekend helped me to uncover far more of the deeply buried angers, frustrations, and distorted world view that I had allowed to determine my behaviors and beliefs. You helped me to target them in a safe, but effective manner to greatly reduce their control on my life. I am less likely to allow myself to accept and absorb perceived negative criticism and behavior as being my fault."
Derek B.
Sacramento, CA
(916) 728-2351

"My son Logan's death was not of natural causes; Logan was killed January 14, 2003. At the moment I heard about his death, my life was forever changed. I could not comprehend what I was hearing and it all seemed as if it was a terrible nightmare. From that day forward, I have been wanting answers as to how this terrible tragedy could have happened, who was responsible for taking my sons life; my first born, taking him away from me, his sister and all his family and friends. When all of my friends and his friends found out about Logan's death, of course there were the normal condolences, and sympathy cards sent to our home.

One thing that I kept hearing from several people is that things happen for a reason. So, if that is the case, what is the reason for my son to lose his life, in the prime of his life? I couldn't think of one reason and the more I heard this, the angrier I got. One day I got clear that my daughter needed some help dealing with the loss of her brother. I chose to contact Andrea Lambert. We set up an appointment. At the appointment she informed us as to what it is that she does and how she achieves it. The Self-Awareness Weekend. I liked the idea and signed up my daughter. After she completed the three-day program, I could see a definite difference in her. Attitude, mannerisms, everything. It was great. She was able to release a lot of her anger and understand how to deal with rising emotions of anger in the future.

Once I saw this, I knew it was my turn to experience what she had since I myself was not dealing with the loss very well. I contacted Andrea, we set up an appointment and I signed up for the weekend. I was experiencing a lot of emotional breakdowns at work and home. I was angry with a lot of people for no apparent reason. What I learned in the Weekend was that it is okay to be angry and discover where your anger initially comes from. I thought my anger stemmed from the fact that my son was gone and I would never have the opportunity to tell him again that I loved him, never hear his voice, his laugh, receive another Mothers day card from him, birthday card, spend the holidays with him. All the things we tend to take for granted until something happens that makes us say, I wish this or that. Yes, these are all valid reasons for being mad. During the process, I discovered that my true deep down anger was directed towards the truck driver who was driving the truck that ran over my son. With the processes and tools we are given in the Weekend to manage the anger, I was able to release my anger, and with that start the healing process. I can't say that I will ever be able to forgive this man for what has happened. I know he suffered a great deal once he was aware of what his actions caused.

Since the Weekend, due to the release of my anger, and my understanding of what I can control and what I can't, I no longer have emotional breakdowns as often as I did. I have learned to put anger in the perspective that it belongs. Yes, I had issues to resolve about my childhood, but this anger, so fresh, so real, so current, has been the most devastating anger any person could hope to experience in a life time and I am now free of it."
Diana U.
(916) 725-9326

"Before deciding to attend the SAW weekend, I was having about 3 or 4 panic/anxiety attacks a week. It's now Friday after the weekend and I haven't had an attack since. It's a major feat for me to go 5 days without having an attack. The SAW weekend was Awesome! I was so very skeptical on Friday afternoon. I was thinking to myself "inner child" no way. By Sunday afternoon, I was positive I had an inner child and now I talk to her all the time. The weekend has also helped my marriage because I now feel like I'm an equal to my husband. We can talk about anything and I now have the tools to rationally talk to him without getting angry or walking away. The SAW weekend was the most important decision I have ever made in my life."
Kendyl S.
(916) 348-6434

"Andrea and Laina communicate in such a way that puts people in their own drivers seat to fully explore and clear away their deepest wounds of the past so that their lives are unblocked and success can be fully realized. It happened for every single person in our group including myself. I've done a lot of personal growth workshops for many years. This is the most free and empowered I have felt in my whole life. And it all happened because I did the work that Andrea and Laina so eloquently laid out before me. With Andrea and Laina's coaching, I have become the winner of my life!"
Joa J.
Sacramento, CA
(916) 548-3998

"I discovered the following:

• Pain from childhood experiences.
• Pain from my relationship with my father.
• A yearning for my life to be more fun, rewarding, and have a purpose.
• I gained a great deal of insight into myself, my history, and how I can structure my future.

I highly recommend this program for anyone interested in obtaining more power and control over their life to achieve more peace and prosperity."
Karina E.
San Mateo, CA
(650) 341-1548

"My brother molested me. For years, I buried myself in working two jobs while attending College full time followed by a high pressure consulting position that required 90 hour work weeks..."(click here for full story)
Desiree A.
Citrus Heights, CA
(916) 870-0175

"Everyone needs to experience this weekend first hand. I had experienced many traumas over the years, so my baggage got heavier. I felt deep rage, bitterness, and guilt. After my weekend it is as though all these feelings have been lifted completely off my shoulders. I know who I am, my inner child is connected again, this is the person I missed and loved - she's back. I feel truly wonderful. It's the first time in years that I am happy and enjoying life once again."
Karen W.
Roseville, CA
(916) 722-1243

"There's no way to describe what it feels like to get your life back. No way to thank you. But, I want you to know that this has been the most amazing experience of my life. I was drowning in a sea of fear and hopelessness. You helped me rescue myself. Thank You."
Shannon L.
Citrus Heights, CA
(916) 726-0840

"Attending this workshop was, without a doubt, one of the most pivotal events on my path of self-growth and expansion. The environment you create for the attendees is safe, non-threatening, non-judgmental, nurturing, and healing. The methods and exercises we were guided through were highly effective in allowing me to look at the reasons I felt so stuck and miserable. For the first time, I knew it was safe to find and get to know the little child that is so much a part of who I am."
Sande K.
Citrus Heights, CA
(916) 723-8677

"I have never felt so free in body and spirit before. I was able to realize the true purpose in life is to let go of all the garbage and enjoy it. I'm myself again and very much alive. I returned to work and I had more than one person come up to me and say "Welcome back to work. We missed you. Did you do something different? I know this is going to sound strange, but you look younger today." I knew that the minute I woke up that I could see my inner child and I wondered if anyone would notice. They did notice. I also know that I have bonded with a new set of friends that I would not have had the opportunity to ever meet."
Susan M.
El Dorado Hills, CA

"I love knowing that I am allowed and encouraged to be vulnerable and risk the unknown. I have shed so much grief and it feels great."
D.H.
Citrus Heights, CA

"'The truth is out there.' In fact, sometimes it'sstanding right in front of you but you cannot see it until someone turns the light on. For me, the Self Awareness Weekend, the leaders, and the other participants were the light that shone glaringly upon what I was doing to undermine myself. I preparation for the Weekend, I know that I wanted to work on improving my relationships, yet I'd analyzed and rationalized my way into thinking that maybe relationships just weren't worth the trouble. Under the glare of feedback that I was conveying that lack of interest to others, and the warmth of Laina recognizing what I most needed and reaching out to me, the process bypassed my intellectualizing and presented me with the direct experience of the intense yearning for connection I had buried. When I was able to feel and acknowledge that desire, my long-suppressed Inner Child came bursting forth with joy and vitality, my first and most important new relationship. With the awareness I have gained of my need for connecting and my renewed relationship with my Inner Child, I am transforming existing relationships and pursuing new ones. For the first time in five years, I'm not experiencing the need for anti-depressants to get through my day."
Neysa D.
Davis, CA
(530) 756-6976

"Dear Andrea and Laina: After returning home and putting up little smiley faces all over the house, I find life amazingly enjoyable, especially around groups of people. First of all I try not to let myself walk by a smiley face without a loving affirmation to myself. Lots and lots of my hostilities towards others is no longer. I enjoy the difference so much. I never want to go back to the old way again. It's so easy to be open and caring towards others. It's not an obstacle any longer to walk up to another and even ask if I can give them a hug! Imagine that! Before, I would rage at the same acquaintance because they didn't approach me. When I left your program I didn't know what I thought of it. After returning home I'm experiencing a wonderful and loving me that I'm enjoying for the first time. To be open towards people instead of hostile, what a difference! And to feel love towards myself brings tears to my eyes right now. I want to thank you for having me in your program. It is making a difference in my life."
Eileen W.
Cambria, CA
(805) 927-7101

"Before attending the Self Awareness Weekend I had been taking anti-depressant medication for two and a half years. I had also been taking medication to prevent migraine headaches for over a year. Six weeks after completing the weekend I am completely medication free. I feel better, both physically and emotionally, than I have in years."
Barbara H.
(916) 402-6392

"After the weekend, friends came over to support me in overcoming fear of heights... and I climbed on the roof - I have not done that in 28 years!!!!! And a little while later I did it again - we opened champagne!!"
Vince S.
Los Altos, CA

"Several years ago (9 or 10), I went to the Self-Awareness Weekend 2 1/2 consecutive days because my psychologist said it was what I needed to get over my fear of death. When I arrived I felt like I was the only one there that didn't have a really big problem. We went through all kinds of activities which gave us each some thought provoking insights into ourselves. When we left each night we were told not to listen to radios, music, television, not to read, or think about anything but what we had done all day.

On the last day we were given our last activity. We were supposed to think of the thing that scared us the most. It couldn't be like the fear of death, but a very specific thing that scared us the most. I don't know why, but I chose cancer. I knew I would never die of cancer because both of my parents died young from heart disease. Anyway, we were then told to think about this awful thing and after doing visual imagery for a long time, we were then asked to replace our fear with something that we felt extremely comfortable with. I chose God. We experienced our fear slowly subside and our replacement take over. I did not often think back to that weekend. Then about five years ago I was diagnosed with cancer. I absolutely had no fear of the cancer. I had developed a very strong religious life over the time before my cancer and relied solely on God and Christ to be with me always. It was about 6 months after my original diagnosis that I was asked why I had no fear. I said that God was always with me so I had no reason to fear. Then I remembered the seminar. I had not even thought about how it had influenced my life, but what a revelation as the history of the seminar returned to me. It was the seminar that not only drew me to the Lord, but made me unafraid of what was happening to my body. I had always had a strong faith, but didn't realize how strong until my seminar experience was relived.

Thank you Andrea for giving me something I will use forever. I would never be abe to cope with the problems I have had over the last five years without the seminar and God."
Marty M.
Fair Oaks, CA
(916) 485-5178

"The Self-Awareness Weekend took me much farther along the path for healing and growth than anything else I've ever tried before. I have also gained the unexpected reward of becoming acquainted with the pain and suffering of abused individuals and having my compassion deepened for others. What an incredible, awesome, and loving weekend!"
M.F.
Sacramento, CA

"For anyone seriously contemplating the Self-Awareness Weekend, I say that if you are ready to change your life, ready to release what no longer works for you, ready to face the monsters within yourself that have kept you in bondage for too long, and become the person you truly are – go for it! Be clear about what you want to achieve and know you are willing to face whatever it is you need to. I promise you'll never regret you did. And you'll bless the fact that the Weekend provided you with the experiences and the tools you needed to achieve your goals. You'll never be the same again . Thank goodness!"
Connie P.
Grass Valley, CA
(530) 477-1046

"Going to the Self-Awareness Weekend gave me the opportunity to come face to face with my feelings in a place of safety, and the only consequences of venting horrible rage were feelings of peace and lightness and relief. Igot my power back after all these years of self-hatred, and I do not know how else I could have done this. Years of therapy or healing prayer could never have relieved the crippling effects of buried rage. I am grateful to Andrea and her team for making my reclamation possible!"
Marjorie F.
(916) 783-2924

"I really liked how quickly I felt safe, and how easy it was to lose my inhibitions. The weekend was life changing and unbelievable. I can't believe the transformations that occurred before my eyes—these folks (me too) came in heavy and now can hardly keep their feet on the ground because they're so light!"
Jordan H.
(831) 332-3001

"I expected healing and a breakthrough—I got it. I felt both leaders did a great job in getting to the bottom of the problems and dealing with them. The miracles I saw happen in the people that participated was fantastic."
Toni S.
(916) 428-2011

"I loved the fact that my inner child's fears and angers were brought out from repressed feelings that I never knew I had. Therefore, I was able to deal with them and address them and confront them. I was extremely impressed with the compassion and support of the facilitators and the group members. I left feeling as though I made new friends for a lifetime but at the same time I feel as though I've known them all my life. I was thrilled with the feeling of power I had when I left the room. And I continue to count my blessings every day. It was a revelation to me to realize that I gave each person in the room a gift."
M.J.J.
Rancho Murieta, CA

"I was blown away by the changes I experienced in my life following the Self-Awareness Weekend. I was amazed how a concentrated therapy/counseling weekend could transform so dramatically my relationship to life and other people."
David Quigley
Director of Alchemical
Hypnotherapy Institute
(800) 950-4984

"I never knew that I had a M/P (ego mind). What an awakening experience to know that you are not in control. That some nagging, controlling, manipulating thing is always trying to get out. It is OK to say NO and not feel guilty."
Erin K.
(916) 205-2444

"The SAW was extremely helpful in allowing me to release old beliefs about myself. Having been raised thinking I had to follow my parents wishes in order to be loved, SAW taught me that I can love myself for who I truly am. I learned that I am wonderful, creative and unique."
Patricia P.
(916) 708-3119

"There is so much I learned from the weekend, but the most important to myself was saying goodbye to my deceased father I lost when I was 19."
Maria H.
Sacramento, CA
(916) 255-6066

"Coming to SAW was truly life awakening. I feel so much more free to enjoy life. By listening and feeling I gained so much to build my new life on. This can be scary at first, but Andrea and Laina get you to open up and face everything you have been afraid to face. I appreciate the help and am walking away a different man.
Eric F.

916-424-1483

"I experienced a weekend that was life changing. A breath of new life when it was over. I highly recommend it to anyone."
Rosy M
(916) 364-7144

"At first I was skeptical about what would or could happen over one weekend. But I was wrong. I enjoyed the work I did, and getting to know my inner child was wonderful. I will take the tools with me and use them for life."
Nick
Sacramento.

"It was a journey into my own soul. An eye opening experience. I knew my life had become a treadmill. I had no idea that I had let my life slip completely away from me. I had given it away…myself. The weekend awakened me to my feelings, hopes, and dreams. Well worth the time and effort. I have my own life back."
Tom O.
(916) -808-1074

"It opens your mind to understanding the ego mind is not in control. Thank you for helping me with everything! You're a blessing!!"
Robert D.

"Finally accepting me the way I am, and the way other people see me. I never thought in my lifetime that I'd feel this free from all the baggage in my past."
KH

"Yes! I am more motivated! You both really know what you are doing! I believe it really helped my dad and me."
Alex E.
14 yr old

"I had reached a point in my life that I saw not hope for the future. I woke up sad, and went to bed unhappy. In my efforts to be healthier mentally, I entered SAW. I have benefited so much that it is almost unexplainable. The experience has really opened my eyes to who I am, what I want and how I am going to achieve it."
JP
Walnut Creek, CA

I loved the chance to be 100% honest with myself without regret. I loved freeing myself of all my baggage holding me back and being Traci again. I loved the support and warmth. It was safe and fun and I feel GREAT! I have myself back.! Thanks to the SAW weekend, my heart is open.
Traci W.
Folsom, CA.
(916) 355-0437

"The weekend was fantastic. I got rid of so much emotional baggage and it was liberating."
AW
15 yrs old.

"Before attending SAW I was a little skeptical. After the weekend I couldn't belive how wrong I was in decision making for so long. I see things in a totally different light now. I know how to handle things so much better, most importanly I like myself. I would with out a doubt reccomend this weekend to anyone. Thank you so much Laina & Andrea!" : )
Monica V.
Houston, TX
(281) 494-2633

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