~ Pamela, Colorado Cleanse Participant, May 2010

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~ Joyce, Colorado Cleanse Participant, May 2010

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Dear Dr. Douillard, I recently had the pleasure of listening to you talk live, during one of my classes at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition. I think your talk was one of the most revealing to me (even when I thought I knew quite a bit about nutrition before I started taking classes). I had a really hard time loosing those few last pounds until I tried your method. Thanks to your inspiration, now I am eating three meals a day and I feel great! I lost my anxiety about what I should or should not eat and I also lost some stomach fat. Now I am trying to eat seasonally, guiding myself with The 3-Season Diet. I want to say that I am really thankful and that I loved your talk. I admire you deeply!

 ~ Kind regards, Florencia, Student, May 2010

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During the [Colorado Cleanse] pre cleanse, my digestive system changed so dramatically.   The speed of the change really surprised me.   From Tuesday to Friday,   I woke to a morning bowel movement, when for over a year I've had nothing but fowl smelling gas and incredible amounts of mucous in the morning.  I also had bowel movements after lunch.  Wild, since I could not tell you the last time I had two bowel movements in one day.  Digestive pain gone, bloat almost gone and I lost eight pounds by day six of the cleanse.  Amazing, I only lost weight from my middle.  Now, the weight around my middle is half what it used to be.  Additionally, I've struggled with cystic acne for several years; By  the fourth day on the cleanse, my skin looked incredibly different.   Existing cysts are healing, no new cysts and the texture of my skin improved dramatically.  The insight I've gained during the cleanse so far has been thought provoking to say the least.  Let me tell you, I've released more than toxins.

Thanks for this incredible program!,
~ PD, Colorado Cleanse Participant, May 2010

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The Colorado cleanse was life changing for me in many ways.  I have been ill for about 8 months. Without this painful experience, I wouldn't have discovered how Ayurveda can benefit my family and realized how much the digestive system plays an enormous role in our wellbeing.  I was sleep deprived (still am) for months, experiencing severe dizziness, nausea, abdominal pain, loss of appetite, headaches, anxiety attacks....I had multiple hospital visits, doctor visits, tests after tests leading nowhere.  I started the cleanse and suffered the first few days due to blood sugar issues but after that,... a miracle.  I started feeling this inner calm that was amazing, my body wasn’t fighting anymore.  It seemed to be at peace.   I didn’t get any more sleep than before yet I felt soooooooo rested.  That blew my mind.  As my body became more in balance, so did my mind.  I want to thank everyone at Lifespa for creating this amazing cleanse and for the incredible support you provided on this journey.  I loved it, I love how I feel and especially what I have learned about my health.  My dizziness is gone and I feel rested even though I’m not getting more sleep.  I still have abdominal pain on my right side when I apply pressure.  I have a colonoscopy scheduled but I’m not sure we’ll find anything.  Colon cancer runs in my family so we are trying to rule this out.  My anxiety has faded away and my energy is back.  I think in order for me to start feeling a bigger difference (this was pretty incredible for my first cleanse), as Dr. Douillard mentioned, there are multiple layers to peel away and after multiple cleanses, I should be fully restored.  Thank you Dr. Douillard for the wonderful work you do.  You are an inspiration to us all.

~ Blessings, Jolaine, Colorado Cleanse Participant, May 2010

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I wanted to express you my gratitude for what you have shared with us during the cleanse.  During the cleanse I had several things to do like: cook every day for my family (I have 2 kids), bake a cake for a community pic-nic and go out for dinner with friends... and,  hard to believe at least for me, I was so happy with my Khichadi that I didn't mind at all to have around other kind of food! It was amazing! I really enjoyed every single day of the cleanse. My little one, almost 3, said when she grows up, she will do the "detok" with me!  Thanks again!

~ Rosa, Colorado Cleanse Participant, May 2010

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Panchakarma at LifeSpa was absolutely life-changing and transformative.  Through all the treatments, yoga, and breathing, meditation, and talking with John, I feel my body and soul are restored at many different levels.  I feel like a new person.  I have never seen my body so lean and my heart so calm and clear. 
~ AO, Panchakarma Patient, May 2010

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Before I started Panchakarma I wrote down specific goals that I wanted to achieve.  Everyday I felt I was making significant progress towards reaching them.
~ EE, Panchakarma Patient, May 2010

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Panchakarma has been a blessing beyond measure. I am 10 pounds lighter, feel ten years younger, and experienced a deepening in conscience awareness—a feeling that left me resting in still silence and clear seeing—awake, alive and fully present. 
~ DT, Panchakarma Patient, May 2010

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Hello,  I have recently purchased The Yoga Body Diet.  I have to say I love the book, I have been suffering for a long time from severe anxiety and have recently embarked on the journey of healing.  After many doctors have tried to persuade me to take anti depressants, and anti anxiety medication, my frustration had reached an all time high.  I was adamant and still am quite adamant about the fact that taking a synthetic drug, to "fight" the anxiety was not the answer.  So I decided to do my own research and educate myself as much as possible.  Through my journey, I have come across many avenues, all seem to come exactly when I need them.  One being the "The Yoga Body Diet".  For me it is not so much about the weight loss, however I have lost 25lbs so far, it is about finding a connection with my mind, body, and spirit.  I am a single mom, and a lot of my anxiety came from worrying about not being fully capable of providing a good home for my son.  I now have such a sense of calm and center that I can look at his face and know that he is a happy little boy. The eating plan, the yoga, all the information has reinforced what I have already discovered on my own, by just listening to my body.  Not trying to force it, but to do what comes naturally.  With all of these crazy, almost bullying diets and exercise routines, it is no wonder that most people in today's society suffer from anxiety, obesity, or depression.  This book is refreshing, calming, and most importantly it works!  Thanks alot.  It is inspiring for me, to continue forward with loving my body, my unique body, and to appreciate all the nourishment that our world has to offer. 
~ J.S., reader of The Yoga Body Diet book, May 2010

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I am doing very good so far. I have lost 13 pounds since we had the first telephone session!  I appreciate what you have done for me, and I am proud of myself.  I gained my confidence again!  I will keep burning my fat, fat soluble toxins, and molecule of emotion by following your advice.

~ Aya, Ayurvedic Patient, April 2010

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Thank you so much for your brilliant newsletter which rings truer for me than the other remarkable natural health teachers on the internet. i admire you and wish you all the best.

~ Rasamanjari, Newsletter Subscriber, April 2010

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The past week I feel that I have been nurtured and cared for in the most loving and healing way. Every treatment has been given with so much care and skill. 

~ Nancy, Panchakarma Patient, January, 2010

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I gradually felt the pain and stress leave my mind and body, and every day I felt better.  Everyone at the center was helpful and caring.

~ Leigh, Panchakarma Patient, October 2009

I wanted to follow up with you on my progress. I feel so phenomenal right now. Each day I wake up is a bit better than the last. I told my boyfriend this morning that my body hasn't felt this good in a couple of years so I am SO grateful for you. This is a nice way to end the year. Thank you so much and I am looking forward to talking with you in a couple of weeks.

~ Danica, Ayurvedic Patient, Dec 2009

We ALL watched it [your video on Iodine deficiency] and then proceeded to post it right on our facebook for all to see....  We usually post your videos on facebook since you are only on twitter, we take the liberty of making you a facebook personality 'round deeze parts.  I, of course, sent it around the globe to everyone on my email list!!  It is a really great video, full of decent info....  we had a meditation class here at my house tonight and we spent a few minutes on discussing "john douillard"..how easily everyone of us have learned so much from you, of course, and two of students shared their thoughts about their kripalu weekend with you [workshop on Anxiety & Depression]...how much they took home from you that weekend...You are an incredible man, john......we all agreed to that tonight.  We all also thought about how awesome it would be to have at least SOME of your brains and energy!! 
~ As always, H.P., Panchakarma Patient, Nov 2009

Dear John, Thank you for being such a beautiful part of my healing.  You reflect to me wisdom, strength, compassion, truth and true love.  I feel blessed to have you as my doctor, my friend and my spiritual guide.  Tjank you for helping me find truth, and for caring about me.  Sending you warm thoughts of Love, B.J., Panchakarma Patient, Nov 2009

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I am really impressed with the teamwork at LifeSpa:  the all-around friendliness and loving caring, the grounded calm treatments, and efficient use of the space at LifeSpa. ~ C.S., Panchakarma Patient, May 2009

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After reading about LifeSpa's Panchakarma in Yoga Journal I was clear it was something I would do as soon as possible.  I had high expectations, and those expectations were met in all ways, and exceeded in others.  The commitment to the integrity and discipline of the PK practice was evident in every step of the process, starting from the inquiry, registration and treatment process.  The commitment level of the "practitioners (for lack of another word) was evident, whether it was in their uniformed, consistent delivery of the treatment or their amazing heartfelt care demonstrated on all levels, most notably through the loving power of their touch. 

I was particularly happy to work with Dr. Douillard and to hear a number of times of instances where he chose integrity of the process vs. mass appeal.  In today's world of mass "enlightenment", knowing that a leader / teacher / guide is absolutely committed to maintaining the integrity of the process is refreshing.

I loved being cared for by the staff … on all levels.  The acceptance, no matter how seemingly trivial or mundane my requests, they served me with the utmost care and attention. 

On a more general note I want to thank each and every one of you for the great experience.  I am sitting on the plane - a rather bumpy ride I might add - and I remain relaxed and grounded.  I also notice the tension in my stomach wondering what this re-entry will be like.  But, I have a newfound acceptance for what is … built on a stronger sense of awareness.  Thank you for how you support me and others to be … whole.  What a gift!

~ T.B., Panchakarma Patient, April 2009

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My panchakarma at LifeSpa allowed me to quiet myself and dive in.  My body and soul have been cleansed.  :-)  I had some treatments that truly helped me with some issues I have been experiencing - especially with my sinuses.  I am very peaceful and refreshed. 

The therapists were amazing!  They truly cared about me and wanted to make sure I got the most from my treatments.  They connected with me and cared about my well-being.  The individual time with Dr. Douillard was so helpful.  He is so compassionate and down to earth.  He really helped me to understand some concepts I was struggling with.  Tauna and Jessica were awesome at answering questions!  So pleasant! 

Bless your whole team!  What a gift this has been for me!
~A.C., Panchakarma Patient, March 2009

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[Panchakarma] Deep self-nurturing with self-inquiry and reaching a state of cellular quiet are not usual activities of our daily life, and it is with profound gratitude and compassion that I gave myself this opportunity for healing my body, mind and emotions through panchakarma.  Far more than a luxury, this time of healing work was intensely mindful, lovingly given and received, and cleared my cells of damaging unneeded and un-usueful toxins.  I have an enormous opportunity now to carry this new way of thinking and behaving towards myself into fruition.  I can now build on a strong foundation.

The solitude... the mindful activities on my mat and at LifeSpa.  The treatments were amazing and sacred time for me.  I loved the oils!! And I like the effect I am feeling from this work - calmer, clearer, stronger, more confident in my ability to stay well and connected to my higher self.  I've felt the closest to my natural state on a cellular level than ever before.  Thank you very much.  Me ke aloha.

I had everything I needed and more at the LookOut Inn.  Caretakers were friendly, courteous, helpful and respectful of the healing work I was doing.  The room was fabulous and helped bring me deeper into my experience with the comfort, magic and warmth of a fireplace.  The staff at LifeSpa were beautiful light beings, competent and deeply respectful of their clients and their work environment.  I felt cared about and blessed.

~RSC, Panchakarma Patient, March 2009

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I am a yoga teacher specifically for athletes.  I read your book [Body, Mind, and Sport], it took me 9 months to read it because I did not want to miss a word.....it is brilliant.  I have employed many of your principals into my teaching.  I tell every athlete I work with to read your book and encourage them to read my summary.  I currently work with 5 professional teams in the New York area..."

Best, G.L., February 2009

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[Panchakarma] So amazingly healing! This work of Dr. John’s I have been following since ’97.  As a PhD psychologist it is rare that this kind of work opens the emotional heart of matters and allows the depth and courage to let go of places the spirit is stuck.  Dr. John is so able to contain the emotions and work with the fear of matters in a divine and masterful way.  He is therapist, friend, coach, and wise warrior spirit guide.  He assisted me in making a shift on the soul level I have been working on since I was 14.

I loved the fact that the emotional heart stuff is addressed and that Dr. John is comfortable and embraces this aspect and that the staff is able to embrace the emotional depth as well.  The encouragement of silence even at the center.  The safe sacred space you all create.  The loving presence of all here.  Diann was an absolute angel of light.

~M.S., Panchakarma  Patient, February 2009

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[Panchakarma] Pretty amazing and intense.  Easy, effortless yet one of the difficult weeks I have ever experienced.  I feel clean - body and thoughts.  Clarity is bliss.  Breath is clean.  What an unexpected journey.  Unpredictable and real yet familiar and satisfying.  I liked the concern and kindness of the staff, the quiet and gentleness of all the treatments, and learning and doing yoga - never enjoyed it before this week.

~D.S., Panchakarma Patient, January 2009

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[Panchakarma] From my 1st phone call to Tauna to my last meeting with John, everyone was helpful, kind, skilled and welcoming.  It was an experience that has changed me for the best...  This was the answer I had been searching for.  I finally feel I am on the right path.  Thank you!  I liked most John's amazing ability to say exactly what I needed to hear and Time with myself.  I usually am always doing something and never am alone with me.  It was insightful and I think I like her!"
~MEA, December 2008, Panchakarma Patient

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"I'm a personal trainer and graduate student at Harvard University who has applied your Body, Mind and Sport principles to my own training over the past three years. I have found them very helpful in my recovery from pneumonia -- for example, three years ago I could accomplish only one set of leg extensions with 30 pounds; I now regularly do reps on the squat press with 500+ and am minimally fatigued the next day."
~  J.L., December 2008, Customer

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[Panchakarma] Amazing! Magical! Fantastic!  I only wish that my life journey had taken me here sooner.  I found the whole experience profoundly moving and transformative, with elements I can take with me for everyday life.  Such peace, such clarity, such love fills my body to overflowing!  Thank you for such an inspiring experience. 

I liked the opportunity to explore my inner self in a peaceful environment, the luxurious treatments and all of the wonderful helpful and loving staff.

~ GVR, December 2008, Panchakarma Patient

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[Panchakarma]   "My Dear One,  Thank you deeply for caring for me....  This week gave way for many blossoms to open... some still in a bud quietly waiting, some well on their way, and a few wide open gloriously shouting their new song!
I leave LifeSpa and the Warriors of Love with a deep know Spirit constantly invites me to be me!
I am filled with gratitude for the help and support in accepting those divine invitations.
With love and a cup of laughter," ~ S.K., November, 2008, Panchakarma Patient

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Dear John,

As I sit in peace to thank you for a transformational week of Panchakarma I must also comment on your stupendous chiropractic/body work technique of A.R.T.  A stream of energy has opened up and I felt release in my neck, shoulders and hips.  My head has more mobility and clarity.  So you can be assured I'll be taking full advantage of releasing these jaw muscles which I know house much of my emotional pain. 

Panchakarma has opened many doors into my own personal growth and into my life as a health counselor.  I will continue to practice the life of Ayurveda ... I appreciate your wisdom and extreme patience you bring to your practice.  I feel your sincerity to share your journey with everyone you encounter.  So best wishes to you John and many thanks for your healing gift to this world.  Your gift is creating an infinite ripple effect! 

~Lots of Love, Lynda,

October 2008, Panchakarma Patient

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I did the Ayurveda Weight Loss program and Detox program from your [Gaiam Ayurveda for Weight Loss] DVD and my weight has gone down from 115lbs to 104.2lbs. I am in the phase 3 which is fast from lunch time to the next morning. I started on August 29, 2008…”

~T.S. Sept 21, 2008

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Tauna, Stacy & Office Staff, Thank you for all the calls, emails, materials, etc.  As an admin person, I know you are the backbone that supports everything - and you do it was sweet spirits.  It is appreciated!  many Blessings, VK, September 2008, Panchakarma Patient

[Panchakarma] Calming to mind, body and spirit.  All the staff were friendly, competent and caring.  Attention to detail was appreciated.  Good amount of downtime for contemplation, journaling, yoga, breathing and meditation.  As well as not having to wait in between treatments.  I liked the feeling of being emptied and filled at the same time.  I feel terrific!  Looking forward to seeing the benefits of these days take hold and grow in wellness for my mind, body and spirit.

Much appreciation, V.W., September 2008, Panchakarma Patient

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 After reading John's paper The Psycho-Physiology of Stress I could see John knew what he was talking about but really I'd heard some of it before and as good as it all sounded didn't believe any of it was really possible for me to experience.  I mean come on - "eliminate stress from one's life, free the body of disease, put the Supreme Self in the driver's seat and hand over the reins, Feel you can use your life for what it was intended, Self Realization...."  Yeah, right!  Heard that before.  What seemed impossible to me on Day One become a living reality for me by Day 7.

The Self Inquiry for me was the missing piece.  I understand it is the combination of all the parts of the program that brings about this amazing shift within but they were as if setting the state for this very simple noticing of the truth of myself, my T4rue Nature, became clear to me.  The Self Inquiry along with John's laser like focus that guided and supported me in this dawning.  Diann was amazing in this regard as well.  I feel like I've come out of some dream that was so limited and constricted and feel so completely different and actually ready to embrace life again. 

Thank you from my heart for this extraordinary journey home to myself! 

I very much appreciated the silence in the treatment room.  It seemed to give permission I was needing to really let go and Be Still.  The team is wonderfully respectful and in sync with the transformative process that is occurring, putting so much attention and caring into every action they perform of the procedures. 

Ayurveda is for me a powerful and complete program and offers what I have been longing for myself but did not know that it actually works!  John's particular packaging of this ancient knowledge suits my time and culture and feels like he has brought something ancient and true forward for us now; in the way it was originally intended to be practiced.

~E.L., Panchakarma Patient, September 2008

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Dear Dr. Douillard, Back on 6/24/08 I received the herbs that you had prescribed for me during a phone consultation.  Just about a week ago I had my cholesterol tested again.  In 8 weeks, I have lowered my cholesterol 30 points from 326 to 296.  I am thrilled that I have found something that works for me that does not have side effects and would like to continue taking the Guggul.  Also, I have reduced the times per week that I eat supper, as I find that I have not been as hungry and have skipped this meal a few times a week.  My anxiety/stress level has been relieved as well from the Anxiety Free and Amalaki that you prescribed for me. ~ Thank You, B.T., Sept 2008

Dear Dr. Douillard,  I am currently facilitating a 3 Season Diet Study group in NE Georgia.  We have about 20 active members at two locations…  I am a hatha yoga teacher and offer my classes on donation basis, have been studying Ayurveda for many years and found your book perfect for informing the general public about Ayurveda.  The folks in the study group are all from the classes I facilitate, mainly more mid stream Americans than Yoga types per se. (I facilitate classes at a Methodist Church and at

Senior Center…most of my attendees are senior citizens up to 80 years old, I am 55).  Your book has been fundamental in bringing more support to a common Westerner understanding the holistic approach to health and life via hatha yoga, healthy diet, important and powerful herbs, exercise, understanding ourselves, nature and the rhythms of life, seasonal eating, and more.

Thank you so very much for your important work, your web site, and your books.  I do hope to meet you one day in the future.  Kind regards and best wishes.  Blessings, ~ R.B., July 2008

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Hi John,

My friends loved your talk and are asking me all kinds of questions.   One has already stopped snacking and is eating a big lunch not at her 

computer.   Just from one 2 hour class and your keynote talk.   I  think people are really interested in Ayurvedic ways, I know I am.   It is common sense that we never had.   Thank-you for your knowledge  and easy delivery of this information.  When information is spoken from the heart it is fun to listen to and retain.

~ Cynthia

June 2008, Kripalu Student 

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Thank you so much for creating those new videos [GAIAM DVDs on Detox, Stress Relief and Weight Loss] !!!  I am an Ayurvedic Practitioner in Southern California.  I am creating a website.  I am going to give your videos as a set for a wedding present.  I think they are so perfect for people who don't know about Ayurveda and for people who have some knowledge.   Thanks again, ~ C.M., Ayurvedic Medicine Practitioner, June 2008

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Dear Dr. Douillard, I read with great interest your ‘perfect health for kids’ (have a baby of 9 months) as well as your ‘body, mind and sport’.  It is the first time I see ayurveda presented to the western audience in such a clear, inviting and compassionate way. It was a wonderful read! Thanks a lot. Sincerely, ~ N.M. , July 2008

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Dear John,

Thanks for the reply.  It’s quite interesting the subtle but extremely important changes in my health since I have begun consulting with you. I’ve tried many herbs throughout this process and your collection of Ayurvedic herbs has made the most impact thus far!....of course following the seasonal and natural cycles has added to the success. Thanks again!    

Best, Lynda,  May 2008, Ayurvedic Patient

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The Spa of Life: A Panchakarma Tale

(Offered by one of our recent Panchakarma patients)

Once upon a time there was a weary traveler who was heavy from the burdens of life she carried, and her body was wearing down.. She had tried to lighten her load with many different prescriptions but had found no relief. She knew her body had a wisdom of its own, but could find no one who addressed it the way she felt it needed. She knew there was a body, mind, spirit connection and that something was not in sync in her own system, but alas she was at a loss as to where to turn or what to do She was becoming more weary and discouraged as the days went on. One day her devoted husband, who wanted his wife well again, was led to some reading material. He offered it to his wife and she sat and read. She read of a healing in a distant land and it all sounded so familiar and right. She saw the Founder of this healing place in a vision and she knew she could trust him by his honest eyes and clear heart. He said, “Come to the Spa of Life and we will tend to your weary bones and heavy heart. We will support you at all levels of your being.” With just those words alone she could feel her body respond and knew that this was the right treatment for her.

She met the Guardians of the Threshold for the Spa of Life from a distance, as they made the final preparations for her arrival. She could feel their hands of support reach out over the miles. Their loving kindness touched her heart and helped to begin to lift the weight from her.  When she arrived at the Spa of Life they sat like beautiful Sphinxes of the Nile—noble presence and grace, welcoming all who came. She was taken in and the process began.

Each day she would meet the healing women who delivered the PK. There was the Living Goddess, the Eternal Mother, the Earthly Angel and their two selfless helpers who floated in and out without a word. Each delivered their spiritual blessings in their own special way. Loving hands stroked, caressed, warmed, all assisting in the most gentle and sincere way. Heaven touches the earth in their presence.

And lest we not forget the sprightly gnome tucked away in her little cave in the front. Brightness emanates from her cave where she quietly works to help keep the Spa of Life running smoothly. Do call her out so you too can bask in her radiance!

And during this time of nurturing and healing, the weary traveler spent time in conversation with the Founder of the Spa of Life. He shared his Healer’s Wisdom from his travels and years of study and the knowledge he had gained. She came to understand that he was a Keeper of Breathing Techniques. He spoke of the everlasting truth, that Breath is essential to life, as we the seekers, wish to live it. He offered her the key to be able to unlock all that was restricting her and she was able to say; “Yes, I gratefully accept this gift.” She readied herself to leave and stood up to give him a hug. She looked to them all and said simply “ I love you. Thank you.” And as she turned to go, she felt the constricting bands burst from around her heart and a rush of loving light filled her.

Namaste, Suzanne, Panchakarma Patient 

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Thank you, John!  Guess what? I went to my NP and got tested. I said test me again because I feel like the virus has served its purpose and now I can release it. Four days later I called for the results and everything was NEGATIVE!!!!!!!!!!!!!! She had never seen that before and doesn't know how to explain it. Have you had that happen before?  I was f@#%ing ecstatic! I feel like a born again woman. I had done rain drop therapy and visualization from Adam the Dreamhealer but I don't think it was until after the panchakarma and herbs when my energy came back (oh yeah, it's come back full force and I am again so f#$%ing excited!) that I felt my body had performed a miracle. :) Sure enough it has. So thank you and your staff so much. 

With all of the hope that has been instilled in me, I would like to share it. I am calling Tauna to make an appointment for a three way phone consult with one of my clients….  Let's see what we can do for her! I did Bikram yoga tonight and kept thinking how right it is for me to study Ayurveda. I desire strongly to get studying!!!

Thanks and Love, Sara

February 2008, Panchakarma Patient

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Namaste John,

I miss you all already! I am flying to Florida this morning for another of our Teacher Training weekends. I feel good, and I lost 3 pounds during the Panchakarma, so we have about 22 more to go. Still releasing some mucus and feeling like apana-girl, but it all is good.

Really, I want to say thank you. I feel like I have been looking for this deep work for quite some time, and I am very happy to have found it with you. I feel so internally quiet, and it is different than the quiet of my regular meditation or my meditations with Ma. It feels like cellular quiet, like my body is being addressed in a sacred way that had been missing before.

So thank you. Truly, deeply, fully, thank you.

Sadaka pitta, sadaka pitta, sadaka pitta, my new mantra. You have my heart. Love, Jaya

February 2008, Panchakarma Patient

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Dear John,

This week of Panchakarma has been an incredible week!

All the years of practicing yoga and meditation has surfaced a lot of “stuff” that has already been dissolved from the power of the silence and the power of Love.  Thus, it seems that more focus was given to listening to be shown how ego has operated and kept me stuck.  Having this time with no demands, no stress – just to quietly observe my thoughts has been so helpful.  It has brought to a greater awareness the insidious monkey mind.  How it keeps us captured and will go in any direction to win our attention.

I needed this time to myself to tend to myself in humble surrender.  Much has come to the surface to be considered and released at every level of my being.  Yes, the heart has been opened more fully.  Compassion flows for a world held in the prison of their own minds.  With compassion there is understanding and with understanding, there is Love

My heart is filled and overflowing with gratitude for this experience.  I feel better than I’ve felt for years.  I feel cleansed from the inside out and from head to toe.

It has left me empty to be filled with all that the Spiritual Universe offers so abundantly every moment.

Having the time with you was important to fully experience the PK.  Every moment together was a precious gift filled with knowledge and an expansion of awareness.  You added a depth of Consciousness to complete the PK experience.

I leave with a physical sensation of an opened heart space, knowing a world of dualistic thinking awaits me for the challenge.  But the ”reins have been passed to the driver of the chariot.”  The relationship with the Supreme Self has been nurtured and deepened – ready to stand firm in knowing the Truth and the power of a still Mind.

So thank you dear friend.  You are an amazing gift to the world.  In the understanding of Oneness we know that a step of transformation for one individual touches all mankind and lifts the collective awareness of all.

With much love and gratitude, Namaste, Susan
February 2008,  Panchakarma Patient

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Dear Dr John –

Thank you for the wonderful class at Mount Madonna Institute last weekend.  I think you really helped a lot of us pull together some theoretical, intellectual bits of data into a coherent, heart-felt whole.  The weekend certainly affirmed my decision to leave my safe, techno-nerd job and move onto the path that my heart told me was my destiny.

Once again, thank you for being such a caring teacher and thoroughly wonderful human being.  Looking forward to our next meeting.

Peace & happiness,  Amy

November 2007, Student

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Dear John,

I took your Anxiety and Depression class the other day at the Yoga Journal Conference.  I just have to thank you.  It was such an enjoyable day, and I LOVE your approach to diet. 

I have a deep interest in nutrition, and I have always struggled with the rigidity of even the doshic specific diet (especially since I am dealing with different Doshas in my family).  I have bought your book [The 3-Season Diet] and it makes so much sense to me.  It explains why I don’t like to eat salads in the winter and crave warmer, heavier foods.  I am all about living as nature intended, and I feel that your 3-Season Diet is perfectly logically and achievable.  

On another note, I am seriously thinking about becoming an Ayurvedic practitioner.  I hope to have the opportunity to study and learn from you some day.   

Have a wonderful day, Shelley

September 2007, Attendee at Yoga Journal Conference

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John –

I just wanted to thank you again for an amazing week of Panchakarma. It was everything I wanted and more - I don't know how it could have been any better.

Being around you is truly inspirational and I have a much deeper appreciation of Ayurveda just from this brief experience. I also really appreciate your heartfelt insights throughout the week. What you said about my heart after reading my pulse was dead on - I was taken aback - your depth in insight as well as knowledge is truly fantastic. Thank you also for allowing me to sit in on your conference call and other recordings.

It was a real treat for me to get a chance to deepen my understanding of   Ayurveda and learn more of what you're about.

Sandra

April 2007, Panchakarma Patient

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Hey John,

I just wanted to say it was good to see you and that it was a great class. It was the best pulse assessment class I have had and I have had a number of them from various teachers. I am still not sure of how much more you get from pulse versus intake or accuracy of a diagnosis separate from intake, but you have provided me with more depth in the pulse than I previously had.

I also really appreciate your counsel to people about allowing oneself to be taken advantage of. This is also one of my mantras as well; not to the level of being a sucker for punishment but to be extremely tolerant and self-sacrificing to those we love. Not a lot of people express such ideas so I wanted to thank you for this as well.

I wish you well in your family and work. Hopefully, our paths will cross sooner than later.

In the meantime, stay well and have a great holiday season - Roy

November 2007, Student

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Thank you John...

I was at INTEGRATIVE NUTRITION school this past weekend where you spoke. I was enormously inspired by your talk, seasonal way of eating and Ayurveda dosha discussion. I can’t wait to learn more. I am devouring the 3 seasons book and intend to have a consultation with you.

Thank you for coming to IIN!!  Peg

December 2007, Student

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Thanks John,

 Thanks, too, for your great health care and advice, I feel like 2008 will be a healthier year for me because of the great Panchakarma.

Many blessings to you and your family for the Holidays.

Nancy

December 2007, Panchakarma Patient

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Hi John:

I hope this finds you well.

First, of course, I wanted to send gratitude your way for my moving week with you and your team.   It was what I needed and wanted and I've returned to NY with refreshed energy, a deeper sense of how I want to move through the world, and clearer and more balanced focus for what's at hand.   I'm committed to doing panchakarma every year!

I've integrated a morning practice of meditation and self massage that's wonderful….  I've actually shed some pounds effortlessly by not eating after 7 at night and scaling back to 2 meals a day.

Warmly, Park

October 2007, Panchakarma Patient

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To the ladies that assisted me! 

I didn’t feel the need to write people’s names down or document everything; which is a first!  So please forgive the fact that I don’t reference you by name.  I believe it was Christina I talked to the first time; but I am not sure who it was the second. Hello again!  I was one of the people who reported pills being broken upon receipt. I just wanted to write you to show my appreciation for the professionalism of the company and the overall respect that flowed towards another human being who had a life mishap occur.

Thank you for your gift that I just rec’d in the mail!!  I will definitely will be able to make a sound judgment with at least two months supply to try  :)  I also appreciate the ‘little happies’ [skin care samples] I found in the boxes with each shipment!  They are a