Testimonials

Amanda came October 2019…..
“I can’t get over how amazing the whole experience was! I feel like a new person and my hubby has noticed… my mum thinks i have joined a cult haha… i told her i did! The cult of life! Haha. Thank you for connecting me with so many beautiful souls!
It’s been a while since i smiled and laughed. I’m finding my laughter is contagious and my close friends and brother laugh along with me which makes me so much happier! I have also been dancing and singing around our home… something i haven’t done in years… and when i couldn’t think of words to sing i exercised my vocal cords and hit a high pitch note that i have NEVER been able to reach! It rings through my whole being! Without much effort! It’s my vibration and i love it! My neighbours may not haha
I look forward to observing how i grow as i face the situations in my life.
Oh and i have bragged about HEARTLAND to at least 10 people already! Haha. And i will do so at every opertunity.
Thank you and Trudy and your HEARTLAND family from the very bottom of my soul! 

Liz came in September 2019…..
I am very pleased to let you know that your beautiful words, energy, good humour and time were deeply valued by me. 
I’ve have incorporated the morning spiritual time into my day and spend the 3mins in the morning, 1min at lunch time and another 3mins in the evening sending love and gratitude to myself and others.
It’s a little addictive actually and this is coming from a non-addictive personality type!
I get a lot of comfort and insight from these practises and to be honest it satisfied what I was looking for coming to Heartland. So thank you for this. 

Holly also came September 2019……
What an absolutely wonderful 5 days at Heartland Retreat. I can’t recommend this place enough for anyone who is feeling lost, anxious or not dealing with the overwhelm of life (hello most of the population). Fully catered, art classes, yoga, tai chi, meditation, self empowerment discussions and dolphin feeding are just some of the activities you can or can’t participate in. Most importantly it was an excellent reminder as to why we all need to be kinder to ourselves and everyone awareness.

Thank you once again for an amazing few days at Heartland. I know I will return.

Tracie flew from interstate in May 2018……
I would like to thank you and Trudi for the amazing experience at Heartland. Thanks to you all les for a truly amazing time of love laughter and beautiful magical learnings!
Heartland is a loving healing mystical experience that will be in my memory every day of my life x

Debra came to Heartland in May 2018…..
Thank you so so much for opening your heart, home and giving so much of your time and yourselves to us. It was an absolutely beautiful time for me and I thoroughly enjoyed meeting and spending time with one and all. Blessings to all.

Irene (a repeat visitor) also came in May 2018. She wrote to us……
Thank you dear Les and Trudy for opening your heart and your home, it really made us feel loved, and there was so much laughter and joy. An unforgettable time. Thanks to all at Heartland. With much love

Michelle hails from South Australia. In May 2018 she wrote……
Thank you for sharing………your wealth of knowledge and teachings on how to love one and other and help make the world a better place to co-exist.
Love and Blessing to you and every one, Animals also at Heartland

Sarita came May 2018….
Thanks to all at Heartland for a beautiful healing week. I can see the sky again !!!
The painting (by Trudi which I bought there) is a constant reminder of the time spent with such gorgeous people xxx
Our group photo will have a place in my home also…… I love it !!!! But most of all you all have a place in my heart
Much love to you all xx

Sheila came locally from the Sunshine Coast in May 2018….
Thanks Les and everyone for a fantastic week!

Alexandra came in November 2016 but wrote in May 2018…..
Hi Les
I wanted to wish you all the best….. and thank you for my stay at Heartland……and thank you for your advice which has helped change my life.

Toni came in April 2018. In May she wrote……
I was at the last retreat. The food is sensational; the meditations; the Kahuna massage; feeding the Dolphins; finding I had not lost my creativity. All thanks to Les and Trudi. Quite a transformational week – never to be forgotten. Thank you Les. Wish I could be there with you all. Lots of love Toni xxx

Connie wrote in Facebook May 2018……
”Amazing spiritual retreat if you’re in need of rest and repair “

Ruth wrote in April 2018…..
Dear Les and Trudi,
I want to thank you so much for your continued support over the years. My visit to Heartland was life changing and helped me to understand life and all of its journeys.

Kath wrote in April 2018…..
Thank you Thank you Thank you…My short stay at Heartland has renewed my will to move forward in this life. I just wish EVERYONE could have the chance to experience it. A truly magical place. Heartland will never die, it will just transform, as we all do, and the lessons will continue on down through the ages…through the hearts and souls of those who were there, and through the never ending legacy of the awe-inspiring, loving, spirits responsible for its creation…Les and Trudi Dyer. Much love

Robi visited April 2018….
Les and Trudi, Thank you for my insight , my positive outlook since being at your retreat this last week
I gained so much knowledge from my retreat….. Thank-You ……

Tania came from Tasmania in April 2018
Thanks for a truly amazing 5 days. I have come away with a better outlook on life and myself. Your home was beautiful, peaceful and safe and I can’t not mention the pool which was awesome . Thank you so much Les and Trudi for the best experience ever! Love and blessings

In April 2018 we received this email…..
Dear Les,
Thanks you sooo much for one of the most enjoyable and tranformational 5 days at Heartlands. I was less than “whole” on my arrival and even a little apprehensive as to whether I would get on with people I didn’t know (having lived by myself for nigh on 30 years). Each day in every way I responded to not only your deep and meaningful (and often “fun”) get togethers each day, it was the beautiful people around me, the caring and sharing, the laughs we had and not to forget, the magnificent meals which kept on getting better and better. Thank you (and Trudi) for the hospitality and love extended to all of us. I will always be grateful. Namaste

Nat came from Sydney in September 2017…..
Heartland Retreat is an exceptional place, I could not recommend it highly enough. Having worked in a high pressure, performance driven industry for 20yrs, with no time to rest and recharge I was close to being completely burnt out. Both my work and my personal life were suffering. I took a week out to stop and take a step back and this is when I came across Heartland. Les and Trudi are welcoming and supportive without being intrusive. If you just need some space to relax you can simply take the time to do so in a peaceful environment. If you want some guidance in any area of your life, Les has a wealth of personal experience and an extensive knowledge of healing processes gained from a wide array of varied cultural and spiritual learnings. There is no bias to any one religion, more a deep understanding that we can often find the answers we are searching for from within. He is excellent at helping others find their inner strength. I can envisage nothing but positive experiences for anyone who visits. Enjoy.

Helen came from Brisbane in September 2017
Just want to say thankyou for all your help. I had a wonderful stay at heartland. I would give it 10 out of 10. I learnt so much about myself. I will try to cook your fabulous meals now so I can become a healthier me. Thankyou for being such beautiful people

Cynthya has been several times……..
15 years ago I had lost my path.
A teacher and his angel came to town and ran a workshop which synchronicity got me to.
He pushed my buttons and ripped away the layers ego had wrapped around me.
His support and teachings got me back on my path.
Two very dear kindred friends, family beyond time.
Deepest love and gratitude to Les & Trudi Dyer of Heartland Retreat.
Right here in Queensland.
Treat yourself, visit, learn, be pampered and reawaken.

Patrick visited in September 2017…..
I thank you and Trudy for a really wonderful few days.
There are so many things I appreciated about the time there . Your first address to us was a very rewarding experience for me. Loved it and challenged by it.
I really appreciated Trudi’s love and care with the two art sessions. I found. The time there was wonderful
Great massage, great yoga. Absolutely fantastic food all week. And same for accommodation. Most important I have both lost weight and modified my diet!!!
Most importantly I have found a new level of peace as a result of the focus provided by the few days at Heartland.
All in all for me I am very satisfied, thank you both for your love, peace and joy.

Susie came in May 2016…..
I’m very grateful for my experience at Heartland & for meeting you both. The time there has certainly changed my perspective so much. Thank you once again! I hope you’re both well! Big love,

Kim came in July 2016…..
you’re both such a gift to us all

Scott came in June 2016…..
Just wanted to say hi and let you know that i think you’re an amazing bloke and the week i spent at heartland was great….listening to you speak and hearing the things you had to say was life changing. It still blows me away now – thanks for everything….

Wendy came in June 2016…..
I had a lovely week with you all. Thank you for assisting me on my journey. I felt loved, nurtured and safe.

Josephine came June 2016…….
Thank you and all others who helped make my journey to Heartland so memorable. I had no expectations when
I arrived – this is the very first thing I learned – open mind open heart – ready to meet challenges. And I met so many
wonderful people who all had an individual reason to be there as I did.
There is nothing that I could attempt to tell you was the highlight of my week – every new activity blended so beautifully
with what came next.
I now have a totally magnificent 360 degree view of grief and have a happy heart once more. One day I shall return to your uplifting energy high on the hills at Chatsworth. Love and light, Josephine.

Susie (from Sydney) wrote in February 2016…….
You helped me heal after difficult losses and you supported me through numerous excursions of self doubt and self sabotage. Your kindness, your love and your constant lessons of positivity and belief have guided me and guide me still. I’m still journeying on but always with you guys in my heart – THANK YOU

Melissa wrote in January 2016…….
I had many wonderful revelations after my retreat at heartland – love how everything heals when the time is right and the person is ready…..

Tracey wrote in January 2016…….
The highlight of the year was definitely Heartland retreat. It changed my life completely. I often reflect back and think how much I learnt and grew as a person. I am certainly much stronger and have peace in my life……….

Lyla wrote in December 2015……
I want to thank you for your part in my transition………I am so blessed to have found heartland and am forever grateful for your Wisdom and……teachings……..

June wrote in December 2015…….
Thankyou for the fondest memories I have of my healing journey. I always want to come back as your home was the most peaceful and magical place………

Love always June.

Sandy wrote in November 2015……
Initially I was unsure because I knew that I was stepping out of my comfort zone. After a day I started to feel comfortable and safe. One of my issues is trust as you know. I found that being at your retreat was like being in a protective bubble. Also the food was delicious. I am putting into practice the tools that I learned………

Christine came in October 2015…….
Thank you for a wonderful week at Heartlands. I commend you and Trudi on the wonderful food that was served to us all it was delicious. The whole atmosphere at Heartland has a beautiful vibe. There is a divine spirit that lives in every corner Again I thank you and Trudi from the bottom of my heart for giving me a wonderful experience……..

Lyla came in October 2015…….
I want to thank you for the most amazing tranquil revitalizing experience at Heartland……you give time to everyone, always joyful, full of love and life………Heartland is such a blessing for all that need guidance in any area of their life’s journey. By the end of the retreat we all felt Vibrant, Blessed and Powerful as we were all leaving…. a little sad to leave… but ready for our journey ahead ……
Thank you to all your amazing staff we always felt welcome, every assistance was given to make our stay comfortable and the food and accommodation was fantastic … home away from home…….

Diane came in October 2015…….
I just want to say a huge thank you for everything last week……..The retreat truly exceeded my expectations and more. Last week was the best experience of my life and I have had a huge shift in my life and finally at peace within myself.Thank you for the love you showed to us all. I learnt more in a week than I have in a lifetime – it has given me hope, inspiration and a new direction in life.
Once again thank you thank you thank you

Janet came in August 2015…….
How wonderful you all are at Heartland. I cannot express my admiration for you enough. I arrived at Heartland a shell of a person and left feeling whole again. My one request/suggestion is to publish a cook book. I believe it would be a best seller. The meals were extraordinary………Kindest regards and love always

Janet

Louise came from Adelaide in August 2015, her second visit……..
You have helped me more than you will ever know…….

Kylie wrote in August 2015……
I came to your retreat……and have very fond memories of the experience! I hold the belief that one aspect of my life was changed for ever in a very positive way as a result of….Heartland.. I am forever grateful to you for this!

Rebecca came in August 2015…..
Thank you so much for a wonderful week. It was such an amazing experience……thank you for everything, I feel privileged to have met you. I think Heartland is amazing…….

David came in August 2015……
I had a great time at Heartland and have returned home with a whole new perspective on life. Even my diet has been affected after becoming pretty comfortable with the delicious vegetarian spread we enjoyed during our stay. I had much fun with the group and made many lifelong friends………Thank you, Thank you, Thank you.

Cat came back in July 2015……
thank you for such an enlightening and loving experience……..how grateful am I to have followed my instinct to revisit you this year…I am wishing some brochures to hand out on my way down as I have been recommending the retreat to my friends
Thank you again to you, Trudi and Trudy and all the staff……..

Justine came in July 2015…..
Your consideration for people’s feelings and genuine love for your fellow man were something I’d never seen before….. Thanks so much for the advice you gave me. I’ve put it into practice and have found much more love in my reality…….

Cassie came in July 2015…..
Thank you! I wanted to express my deepest gratitude to the Family at Heartland. I also would like to say thank you to you all for the honesty, love, support, laughter, tears, joy and happiness I shared with each of you. Cassie (Hugs and Hugs and maybe a couple more Hugs)

Jenni wrote…….
I am sincerely thankful for the opportunity to have visited Heartland and experienced such a warm, spiritual and life finding experience……You are exceptional people who have offered so much to so many people and being one of them I am forever grateful.
Jenni

May 2014
Hi Les,

You & Trudy are a true blessing to everyone you touch & I am truly grateful for both of you being in my life.

Love always,

Jenny J Sydney, Australia

June 2014
It started out as a present for my birthday but I gained a whole new perspective on my inner self.

Now I feel on top of the world, every morning…….everything around us has changed, we have become closer, like we used to be. I’m truly grateful that I met both of you, and can’t thank you enough for helping me find my inner child. I am planning to come to Heartland again and bring heaps of my friends!

Niki, Darwin

June 2014
I just wanted to say a huge heartfelt thank you for the time I spent at Heartland recently. It was a beautiful emotional, mental and spiritual experience and I have carried the memories with me since. Everything about my experience was so gentle, honest, loving and encouraging, as were you both and the lovely women I got to share it with. Even when I was dealing with the tough stuff, I never felt judged, overwhelmed, scared or like I wanted to run the other way! The support from both of you and the love of your kitchen staff really helped me to turn my life around in 5 days!! I have never seen food have so much love literally wafting out of it. The joy and kindness your kitchen staff showed to everyone and each other, the love they obviously have for preparing good, healthy meals for people was so evident. I could taste the love in absolutely everything – that was quite a remarkable experience in itself and has certainly made me more mindful in my own kitchen now. Thank you again for opening up your beautiful home to me and for all the knowledge and experiences you offered and shared. I give thanks, I give thanks, I give thanks!

Fiona, Australia.

June 2014
Hi Les

Thank you for such a great week at Heartland. I greatly appreciate and value all the insightful tuition and wisdom that you kindly shared with us all. You are a great inspiration to me and have re ignited; my previously dull flame; to be someone who gives love to others , no matter what they do.

You have also allowed me to see life from a greater perspective which is a far more productive way of being.

I feel spiritually replenished at a core level. What a wonderful man you are.

Thank you very much

Adrian

June 2014
I’ve been a bit slack on the computer since coming back from heartland, something about enjoying my life, living in the moment and doing what I love each day has got a hold of me and the computer doesn’t seem so important anymore!!

Well once again, I can’t thank you enough for a wonderful experience. It has opened my eyes to seeing things in a different perspective for sure! And a special thank you to Trudi for making such a pretty painting – it really is a ‘joy’ to look at it and it makes me smile thinking about heartland, love, happiness and this incredible journey were all on!

Have a fantastic day

Take care and keep spreading your kindness and love, it is a real treasure in this world.

Cheers, Sam.

June 2014
Best place on earth xx love it

Lisa Fletcher

June 2014
Spent two wonderful healing weeks at this beautiful retreat.my life will never be the same again.love you Les

Denise Spencer

June 2014
It was a fantastic retreat, something I will remember for all time

Thank you again for your warmth and caring whilst we were there. I will be spreading the word about Heartland!

Kindest Regards

Samantha Spyrou

June 2014
I wanted to send you a quick note to thank you for all of the help that you have both provided over the years. It has been so wonderful knowing that there is a safe, healthy, happy place to retreat to when things get rough.

Connie, North Qld.

June 2014
You are my angel of common sense and good learning Les, you always have the right information to pass to me and I always choose to open and read at just the time that I need the exact advice you are sending me.
Thanks les, you’re an angel

Charlie, New York, USA

June 2014
Dear Les,

A big heartful thank you for a wonderful week on retreat at ‘Heartland’.

I thoroughly enjoyed my time of soulful sharing, tears of joy and connecting again in sacred community.

Blessed to feel a connection with new friends ,

Warm hug, Namaste, Heather

June 2014
I would like to thank u for a beautiful experience, we are blessed. Hugs to all, love and blessings ,

Val

June 2014
Dear Les,

Thank you so much – you have changed my life and for the better.

Love to you and all the other wonderful people up there. xxxx

Kindest regards

Sussan, Stanthorpe, Qld,

July 2014
I’m writing to say thankyou for your beautiful generosity over the last week. I can only feel positive about this…..Thankyou again so much for your kindness and love over the week.

Shawnnita

July 2014
Thankyou for the beautiful opportunity to come to Heartland and to heal and to have peace with myself.

I have absorbed as much as possible in the last 5 days.

You truly are a wealth of information and someone I hold in the highest regard.

Trudi you are like an angel that makes us all feel warm and safe.

I can’t thankyou both enough for this experience and for opening your heart and home to me.

Ive learnt to slow down, appreciate life as a gift and also have a new perspective on the way I eat and exercise.

Thankyou, thankyou, thankyou from the bottom of my heart!

I feel alive!!

Monica

Jo came in March 2014 and wrote to us…..
Thank you Les and Trudi for a wonderful week of learning and loving. I have come back home as a more positive and happier person and feel like I can achieve anything.

Katya wrote us in March 2014….
Wow, I have known you for about 20 years now!

And although I disappear and reappear at various times, you are never far from my thoughts, and are always in my heart, as you have shared so many invaluable teachings and given me so much support when I needed it most.

Tracey came in March 2014 and later wrote……
I would like to thank you both for sharing your beautiful retreat. I had no idea what to expect but I found myself embarking on a very emotional journey. It was challenging. The words ‘life-changing’ are overused in our society but I can honestly say that this experience has truly changed my life, my outlook, my thoughts and perceptions. I felt nurtured, nourished, valued and truly loved. I came to you hurt, angry and cynical. I won’t pretend that everything is now rosy, but I feel that I am on a path that will help me heal. I met some amazing people and shared some incredible experiences that I will carry with me. To say thank you seems inadequate. Namaste,

Tracey.

One guest (name withheld) came in March 2014 and wrote……
I just wanted to write to you to express my gratitude. I never expected much from this retreat to be honest. It was this or hospital after deciding again in the past few weeks to take my own life. I don’t know what has happened here in these past 3 to 4 days. In the fullness of time I may be able to analyse it better and see, but something wonderful has happened.

I don’t know if it is the mere thought that a place like this exists, created by people who care enough about others to share it with them. I don’t know of it has been working with the many beautiful people here who are all healing in one way or another and being inspired by their courage. I don’t know if it is has been the teachings of Les, teachings which give me hope I can rewrite my own “programs” and live a better future. I don’t know if it is all the love and warmth I feel in this place, just it’s positive energy. Maybe it is the fact that I seem to have finally mastered the ability to meditate, even a little, to find some inner peace through your guided recordings. Maybe it is that I have finally been able to connect, at will, with my hurt inner child and hold her, comfort her. Maybe a combination of all of these things and more. All I do know right now is that a switch has been flicked in me here in this place. One that has me thinking differently, from a different prospective. I have been working hard for many years to try and flick that switch, it has happened here, this week.

Maybe it’s all the hard work I have done before I come as well, combined with the wondrous feelings, discoveries I have made here and the love shared in this place. Mere words cannot express how grateful I am the this place was created by you and that I was led here right at this moment in my life.

I know I have a way to go in rebuilding my life now, I have some more healing to do but I will now be healing from a positive place, one where I can feel love and compassion for myself, one where I can embrace life and see the joy in it desire any hardships I face – I will certainly not be trying to heal from the negative space I was in when I arrived.

So thank you both, thank you, thank you, thank you.

Maree came in February 2014………
Just a note to say thank you for a wonderful week. It was like sharing with family and friends.

I loved the diversity of the week and the very informal way it was run.

It has certainly helped me in many ways. I am more accepting and much calmer.

Thanks again

Maree

Mandy from Sydney wrote in February 2014….
I feel it’s my second home in Australia……. I’ve been to heartland 3 times now, and each time i visit, it’s just bliss, Les and Trudy and the rest of the team are beautiful people.

Denise has come twice in 2014……and has written…..
I have just be blessed with 2×5 day, separate journeys at Heartlands. In my life I have made some pretty good decisions, well, of all my decisions this has got to be top 5 of my decisions that have totally changed my life . I will be forever grateful to Les for helping me have a more beautiful understanding of what love on every level, right to the depths of my heart and soul can do with gratefulness and being thankful for all that is, has and can be in my life. The Heartlands Retreat is one of the best journeys you can have and your life will be transformed to a place of enlightenment that you will never be able to believe. Thank you, thank you, thank you Les and Trudi.”

Alice came January 2014…..
Thank you again for an amazing week and going the extra mile……

I appreciate everything you have done for me and am sure more wisdom will continue to unfold over the coming weeks.

Thank you, thank you, thank you!

With much appreciation, love, hugs and light,

Alice

Melinda came during 2013…..
Thank you for being YOU – please create some clones.

Andrew also came in 2013…..
Thank you for all you be and do. You make a difference to so many people, day in day out, touching lives unto the outer reaches of the solar system and beyond, like ripples on a pond.

You have made a difference to me and for that I am truly thankful.

Mandy wrote on Facebook……
Blessings to you and Trudi. I love your humor, your lessons and everything you talk about, because it comes from the very heart of you, or soul…..Most of us, have met you and your family, and know everything that you say is not to be taken as gospel, it’s like take what resonates with you and leave the other bits to contemplate or work on, because sometimes we aren’t at that stage of acceptance……

Chris came back from NSW to be at Heartland in November 2013….
THANK YOU for being such an inspirational part of my life. Over the years you have always been there when I have been struggling on this journey.

You have always lived with ‘the spirit’ in your heart , thank you for teaching me that..even though I do forget at times!!!

Helen came October 2013……
Back home almost a week now, I have thought of little else but the amazing time I spent at Heartland. This place is so perfectly named it sends shivers down my back. For me it truly is a place where my heart did open and I found a peace and joy I didn’t know I could feel.
Since being home I have talked of little else also to my friends, my son and anybody else who will listen. My hairdresser will probably get to hear all about it today when I go for my appointment.
Finding the words to express my gratitude is difficult. Saying THANKYOU just doesn’t seem enough. I hope to express my gratitude by living as much as I can in a loving way and keeping my awareness on continuing to spread the message of Heartland to others that we are not what we seem to be ( our faces our bodies, our jobs etc.) We are LOVE!

Fliss came October 2013…….
Hi Les & Trudi

I haven’t stopped telling family & friends about Heartland & the two of you. I have never in my life met two people I had so little time with who left me feeling so loved. You have touched my life in ways you cannot imagine. Thank you, thank you, thank you.

I myself am calmer, taking longer to react, thinking before speaking & generally happy, living in the now. When I feel my mind racing I chant to myself & find myself calming down. Everything seems a lot easier.

I have been thinking & praying for you both.

Please thank Wayne & the girls for taking such good care of our food intake!

Looking forward to keeping in touch.

Love

Fliss xx

Kylie came September 2013…..
I had the absolute pleasure of coming to Heartland Retreat a few weeks ago.
My mission was to relax, to start finding out who I was and to determine the life I wanted to lead and what that would look like.
I received SO much more from my week at Heartland, then ever expected. The friendships, the stories, the chanting and dancing all made for a week I will never forget. The fabulous food, willingness to share and be part of my journey is something that Heartland is outstandingly so committed too, that I would love to think that I can make a trip to Heartland on an annual basis. An annual refresh, recharge and refocus is something I think everyone could do with.

From the moment I arrived to the moment I left, I felt completely in awe of the comforts and generosity of Heartland.

May your efforts to bring such joy, simplicity and rejuvenation to others like me, lasts for many more years to come.

Wishing you all the very best,

Namaste

Kylie

Terry came September 2013…..
Just a quick note to thank you for allowing me to spend the week with you both it was such an honor, you both are amazing people and I feel blessed to have met you I also thank you for helping me see things from a different perspective you have helped me get in touch with feelings I have not felt for myself and others in a long long time, if at all.

Claire wrote 30/9/13….
I can’t thank you enough for changing my life…..

In September 2013 Sophia wrote…..
We often remember Les & Trudy and smile with a total feeling of soft peace & love

Thankyou Thankyou Thankyou

Xxxxxxxx

Sophia

Diane commented on our August 2013 Newcastle ‘outreach’ program….
There is no doubt at all that all thoroughly enjoyed it & more importantly it will give birth to new perspectives. A couple of them said it blew their mind. They were gob smacked would probably be more accurate.

All talking at work & telling those that asked what an amazing weekend it was & they did not want it to end & neither did I.

Lots of Love always & deepest appreciation for your sharing & guidance.

Gail has come from NSW several times. In August 2013 she wrote…..
I just loved the workshops and got such a lot of peace and calm from participating.

Thank you for everything. Perspective is everything!!!

With much love and gratitude

Gail xxx

Lucia had limited English but wrote……
Thank you so much for the retreat!

I returned to the life with a different vision and feeling infinite love, peace and gratitude.

Narelle wrote in August 2013….
Hi,thank-u for opening up your home and your hearts. I feel I’m a better person and have a understanding of what my life’s journey is to be. I thank u for that and feel so blessed to have met u and u both will always play a huge part in my journey. Enjoy life and have beautiful days. xo

Bianka returned in August 2013….
Thank you for a wonderful week at Heartland. I felt I gained so much from being there.

Robyn came in August 2013…..
Thank You -Les & Trudi for your Love & Support .I’d just like to share my Feelings

As my Friends & I drove down your driveway -from Heartland -I could feel a weight lifted from my shoulders -I now know that I will be able to “handle” what has been placed in front of me …….

Moira came from NSW in August 2013 (her second annual visit)….
Les and Trudi

Thank you for the wonderful retreat. We think we enjoyed it even more this year than last year. I hope we can keep on coming annually for quite a while.I loved the new additions, particularly the percussion night, the chakra dance that Trudi did with us, the channelling of Mordechai even though I missed it but will enjoy reading the book. I did quite a lot of journalling which I found very useful as I came up with some new insights.

Thank you for all the hard work you put into maintaining the property and for what you both do to keep is such a spiritual experience.

It was great fun to do the art with Trudi. She is a very good teacher. The mantras and meditation were lovely Wayne’s food was gorgeous. The Tai Chi was amazing with Rob and I think he will be hard to replace. I loved walking around your property and just enjoying the peaceful feel of it. It’s a bit of heaven on earth so thank you both for offering it to the world. :Love and Light for ever

Moira

Kerry has been many times. In August 2013 she wrote…..
Thank you to you and Trudy and everyone at heartland that makes our time there such an incredible experience, for mind, body and soul. Spending time at Heartland helps me to grow spiritually. I am so grateful and want to spread the word about your amazing place. I have to say it does not matter how much time I spend there every time Im there I learn something new that helps my spiritual growth.

So Thankyou Thankyou Thankyou

Hugs

Kerry

Michelle wrote about our August 2013 Meditation weekend…..
Thanks for a lovely weekend at your beautiful retreat.

A very special place to relax, unwind and take a break from the usual pressures of life.

Lots of laughter, interesting conversation and great food.

I will be back.

Michelle

Graham also came to the Meditation weekend…..
Good morning Les,
Thank you for a wonderful weekend of engagement, enlightenment and meditation. The sanctuary of Heartland is a special place and to share that experience with a diverse group of new friends, creates a bond of oneness.
With Many Kind Thoughts
Graham

And so did Ellie…..

An absolutely magic weekend. Scrumptious vegetarian food, a variety of interesting and powerful meditation techniques, the company of like minded people and of course the love and care of Les and Trudi. All this at such an affordable price. I highly recommend it.

Love and light

Ellie

And so did Mara……
The meditation weekend gave me the opportunity to have time out, relax, see things from a fresh perspective, meet new and interesting people, and above all to reconnect to myself. It enabled me to hit a reset button if you like and commit to my health and well being…again….with renewed energy and love. I have so many more tools to help me achieve this. I have been recommending Heartland Retreat and all it has to offer. Thank you.

Heather has been many times. Her email after the August 2013 Meditation retreat said…..
Hello Les

I wanted to express my deepest gratitude to yourself and the whole Heartland team for the awesome meditation weekend I recently attended.

The meditations were amazing and despite having enjoyed the benefits of meditating for many years, this weekend took my experience to a whole new level.

The food was absolutely delicious (as always) and the rooms were warm, cosy and comfortable – I always get the best night’s sleep at Heartland.

I’m looking forward to visiting again very soon, to soak up more of the revitalising energy and relax in the calm, peaceful atmosphere.

Keep spreading the word and holding the space.

Hugs

Heather

In August 2013, Jenni wrote…..
I have been many times to retreats run by Les and Trudi and always come away revitalised and calmer.

Sue wrote about an August Meditation weekend….
A nurturing weekend for yourSELF! In beautiful surroundings you are cared for lovingly, allowing you time to be still and to venture within, learning age old methods of meditation to assist in that journey. For me it was a wondrous gift. Thankyou Les and Trudy, with much love,

Sue

And so did Helen…..
Hi Les I would like to say how much I enjoyed your meditation weekend. I love to meditate to maintain my calm and peaceful lifestyle. It was interesting and refreshing to learn other ways to meditate. I would recommend this weekend to both new & experienced meditation fans . Thank you for the opportunity to join you at beautiful Heartland.

Hugs Helen

Patricia has been a few times….
I really cannot thank yourself and Trudi enough for having Heartland for us to go to!

Charlie who has been twice lives in the Middle East……
I think that it is amazing that some of the things I learnt from you and Trudi and heartland are
only just becoming realizations now.. one year on!
It’s the retreat that just keeps giving!

Lots of Love and Laughter xo

David, an interstate Australian business leader, wrote….
I am truly blessed for having met you and having spent time with you. I will forever be grateful and give thanks for that. The inner strength you have guided me to over the years is a true blessing. Even though I don’t see you often I do reflect on my time with you and talk about it with others.
Thanks
Love and Blessings

David

Kat came in November 2012; and later wrote…….
I attended your amazing 5 day renewal program back in November and absolutely loved it.
I have been using many of the techniques you taught us and I think of you often.

Kat

Jennifer visited late 2012.
Dear Les and Trudy, I have a big thankyou to you both as my life has changed so much for the better since spending my 5 day retreat with you both. Trudy I can’t thank you enough for the wonderful gift you gave me of painting. When I came home all I could do was paint and I had to paint everyday. I have sent you two pics of my latest painting to show you what I am doing and how far I have come over the last few months. My love to you both and once again Thankyou so much for the gift you gave me.
Love and light to you all

Jennifer

Lou came late 2012.
My perspective and attitude have remained fresh since last week , life is wonderful and I count my blessings several times daily , thank you thank you!
I now have a clear head and happy heart, bless you both for your love and connection . I am setting off on a new journey today, a little frightening but I will be fine . Thank you for encouraging me to be me, I’m not bad after all!
With love and grace,

Lou

Nicole came from Sydney in October 2012…
Hey Les and Trudi
I had a wonderful time and I am so grateful for my time there and for you both. You both give so much of yourselves and your time.It was a fantastic experience. And thanks to Oliver i am looking into getting some more horse therapy!

Connie also came in October 2012….
I’m still feeling amazing – and seem to be getting better and better every day. I feel so happy and grateful that I could burst!
Thank you for helping me to get to this beautiful new place.
Love and light

Connie

Jo came late 2012….
Thankyou for the wonderful few days I enjoyed at Heartland recently. It was just what I needed.
I really appreciate your wisdom and kindness. I felt very rested and happy when I left the retreat and those feelings are still around which is great.
I’ve applied many of the learnings already and I’m seeing some very positive outcomes as a result. Thanks also for Trudi’s brilliant art workshops – I really hope to see you all again in the not-too-distant future.
Love

Jo

Connie came September 2012….
Thanks again for such a wonderful break. I enjoyed myself immensely and now feel ready to start a brand new phase of my life.
My new affirmation is:
Loved and whole, happy and free
I am complete, and I choose to ‘be’

Julie came October 2012…
Been singing your praises loud & clear!
Thanks for 5 days where I was able to make quantum leaps!
Love & Delight

Julie x

Sandra came from South Australia….
All of my being thanks you for the truly beautiful gifts you have given with so much love.
Thankyou Les for sharing your wisdom and profound teachings. Thankyou for your insights and giving me the key to healing my relationships. Thankyou for the key for changing negative programs playing over and over in my mind. Thankyou to both of you for sharing your love. I have experienced myself truly laugh, smile and feel love. Thankyou, thankyou, thankyou,

Love Sandra (SA)

Diana came from New Zealand……….
Dear Les & Trudi
Thankyou so much for opening your home and hearts to me during my stay at Heartland. The care, love and energy you shared with all of us will stay with me forever. Les, your stories were inspirational, funny, true, profound, and meaningful – and your laughter, infectious. Trudi, thankyou so much for sharing your passion for art and enabling me to see that I can express myself easily through this medium. Your very gentle and sweet nature shines through every day – and combined with Les’s exuberance, your loving family and wonderful helpers, the beautiful food, inner sanctum and library, the animals, birds, plants, sculptures and everything else that makes up Heartland….it is the strong, positive, loving energy of Spirit working through both of you that I carry with me back to New Zealand. Love and blessings to you both,

Diana (NZ)

Jeanene came September 2012…..
I had an absolutely awesome time at Heartland, and I have so many great things to share with everyone.
I will be spreading the word about Heartland to everyone I can because you guys are just what this world needs. Unfortunately there are not more people out there like you guys…
The whole experience has been life changing so I have to thank the Universe for allowing me to go there at this time in my life. I can honestly say that I am truly Happy & at peace with everything in my life, for the very first time in my 46 yrs…..
Blessings to you all
Namaste

Jeanene

Genevieve came in October 2012….
Thank you once more for a wonderful retreat. I think that the group of women of which I was fortunate enough to be part of ~ I’d call the “cross-roads group” because we all felt that we were in a cross-road of some kind, meeting a fork in the road of life so to speak, needing guidance and insight to move forward.
I am going back to work rejuvenated and relaxed, full of positive vibrant energies, and well topped up with ‘hug credits’ which will sustain me in my work environment…..

One person who wished to remain anonymous wrote….
I want to say a big thank you to both you and Les for opening your hearts and sharing your love and wisdom with me. Heartland has changed my life! I feel such love, peace and joy everyday.
Words are cannot adequately describe the gratitude and love I feel – so I will simply say “Thank you”.

Rosemary added….
Thank you for the work and time you and Trudi give to others. You are two beautiful souls and I feel blessed to know you both.

AnnaMaria came in September 2012…..
Oh how I miss Heartland.
I have to tell you when I arrived home and when I went back to work on the Monday I felt so different.
I can describe it as pure inner peace! I felt no negativity inside me, I felt so warm, humble and loving and peaceful, I really felt complete. I don’t think I have ever experienced this inner peace quite like this before.

Sandra came early October 2012…
I really enjoyed staying at your retreat. I have my carved Om on my desk as a reminder.
I am working on changing my perception and the way I view my world as well reminding myself to be grateful for the gifts in my life.

Graham came September 2012….
Les, Trudi and the Heartland family
Thank you for the wonderful experience of Heartland. The week of reflection, relaxation and spiritual engagement is inspiring and has illuminated my path to self discovery. Since returning from Heartland I have been in a state of blissful contentment and have trouble keeping a smile off my face. Technique’s learnt and changed perspectives during the week’s retreat, combined with ongoing reading have given me the confidence to know who I am and an ability to tap into the love within.
Yes it really is a “bran nue dae”, namaste and best wishes

Graham

Jenny visited in September 2012….
Thank you for your warmth, generosity and extraordinary hospitality. For the 5 days it was indeed a home away from home….and without the distractions of home here, family, work etc it provided a wonderful opportunity to experience more deeply my internal beingness.
The food, the artwork, the talks, meditations, humour….all of it contributed to an environment where the soul felt nurtured. God’s blessings to all of you.

Michelle came in August 2012…..
Thankyou for the way you have opened my eyes to know I am truly loved.
My inner truth is shining brightly as my perception has been altered.
Trudi, I was blessed to share time in the Art Shed with you.
Les, I have awakened to see my inner truth – thankyou both.

Michelle, Country Victoria.

Diane came from NSW in August 2012….
It was a privilege to be part of Heartlands for 2 weeks and being in a team of friendly and like-minded people.
You, Trudi and Nicholas, do a wondeful job there and long may it continue.
I thank you for your kind hospitality – I feel refreshed and ready to make some changes in my life.
Kindest regards

Diane

Moira came from NSW in August 2012, too….
I have been telling everyone about the retreat. Yesterday I got up in church and lit a candle of joy and told them about the retreat and how your philosophy was much like Unitarianism in that you don’t accept any dogma but value all religions and philosophies for what they can teach you and that Love is your only creed – thankyou for everything!

Bronwyn came in August 2012 and later wrote….
Just a note to say i really enjoyed my time at Heartland, it was a very special time for me thankyou .
i was so glad to spend my time with such lovely people. I am practising my 3 minutes every day, and am feeling better about things – – thankyou so much for the wonderful work you do – it’s good to be alive regards

Bronwyn

Allan came from far north west Queensland in August 2012……
Thank you so much. The time we have spent together is so precious…
Looking forward to seeing you again soon.
XXX

Allan

Naomi came in 2012 and later wrote….
I remember my week with you last year- what a gift!

Jenni came August 2012….
I feel I have made some very substantial steps forward, many thanks to you and heartland.
Kindest regards to all

Jenni

Doreen came from southern NSW in August 2012…
First of all I want to say I still miss Heartland and the special time we had there together, and I mss you all and the special love you all brought to my life both in that week, and since then it continues on xox

Margo visited Heartland August 2012….
I have to acknowledge how beautiful is the love you share.
I am happy to know that even in the moments of loneliness, guilt or grief I experience in my life, I discover more and more that we are love beings, and therefore find just amazing how I can call out to our universe, and be reassured whenever I ask.
It’s like growing a plant of wisdom, so hard to do, yet so fulfilling, and for that I feel I need to acknowledge that to you as well.
Cheers, and many good wished to you!!

Moira came from Adelaide in July 2012…..
A big thank you for all your work putting together the week I have just experienced. I have been to a few retreats over the past 30 years but never one that was in such beautiful surroundings and with so much variety of occupations to choose from. The accommodation, food, comfort could not be bettered. However, the loving kindness in which you two offered yourselves in every way to make us happy and comfortable was what impressed me most Blessings as you two would say

Moira

Lyndsie came in July 2012…..
I feel Heartland has really impacted on my life and have recommended the retreat to many of my friends.

Chris came in July 2012…..
It’s been 2 weeks since my life- changing week @ heartland . Every day i have felt blessed- I feel so wonderfully well, my soul feels alive and my heart very peaceful . I have had so many people say I look different!!! I was hoping they meant I look like Elle McPherson , but unfortunately they didn’t !!!!! I had my monthly treatment today, the nurses @ oncology unit also made comment about how well I look……and my haemoglobin has gone up! They were all very interested in my week at heartland
Thank you for all your love and support

Much love Chris

Dallas came for her second visit in July 2012….
Thank you again for just being. This, my second visit, is having the most profound affect on my life. I have become so much more present and am really taking the time to think about perception and am spending time (mentally) walking around situations and asking myself what would love do now? I can’t thank you enough for what was an amazing 5 days. I feel the music has come alive in my body and really feel it is here to stay now. Les your insights and the love you show to all is outstanding. Trudi your calm beautiful creative nature oozes into your work and your art guidance. I now believe I am an artist (although not quite to your level). I thank you also for the glorious artwork of yours that I now admire daily…my piece of Heartland.

In July 2012, Beverley wrote…..
Thank you, once again, for the spiritual gifts you bestow. For me, they are an infinite treasure to be shared.

Karen also came for her second visit in July 2012……
With sincere gratitude I would like to say that my 2nd visit to Heartland Retreat was even more of a blessing than my first..

Upon my arrival, I was quite fragile from my car accident and somewhat a little lost after allowing life’s challenge’s to get the better of me.

After 5 days of what I can only call Bliss, I left the retreat with a Body well on the way to Healing after being Nourished and Nutured with Unconditional love.
A Mind full of Clarity, an Open Heart, with so much Love and Light, and my Soul with a real sense of Inner Calmness.

Thankyou les for sharing your life experiences with everyone. This truly allows us to sit with, acknowledge, and accept our own truths, ready to embrace life from a different perspective.

In turn I know that my spirit is ready to fly and may all my new founds friends, who I spent valuable and special times with at Heartland also Let their spirits fly high and enjoy Love, Joy, Peace and Happiness in their lives.
Love & Blessings Always

Karen J – Brisbane.

Chris came in July 2012 from Newcastle…..
Words cannot express my gratitude for the most joyous, loving and compassionate week at Heartland. To be immersed in such loving & healing energy was the best gift. I was so blessed to be able to share the week with very loving and beautiful people all of whom touched my heart and spirit. My heart is still singing and my spirit still dancing !!!
thank you Les for your divine wisdom and humour and thank you Trudi for your loving encouragement during the art lessons.

As Arnold Schwarzenegger said……I’ll be back !!
Charlie, living in the Middle East, visited early 2012…..

i wanted to thank you for helping me to achieve a lot of the goals that I NEEDED to achieve for my mental state before I turned 30… so THANK YOU WITH BIG HUGS AND KISSES!

Joanne visited July 2012…..
Many thanks for creating such a beautiful retreat. Coming to heartland was one of the best decisions that I have ever made and I feel totally blessed to meet you both. Thank you for your kindness and sincere compassion.
The whole group of people at the retreat were all amazing all with beautiful spirits with so much to share. I am so glad I met you all!
I have come back home and I feel so much lighter, calmer and overall a much greater sense of peace. I have so much more energy and my spirit has been energised!
I will be spreading the word of how fabulous you both are and what heartland can offer
Take care and many thanks

Helen came early July 2012….
I just want you to know that the week that I spent with you at heartlands was a wonderful experience. You were so right, there were no immediate bells and whistles but I am now in a great place in my life- I am just so content with myself and others (most of the time). I am loving my job, enjoying living by myself and just getting on with life..
Thankyou again.

Tony wrote…..
I feel that great sense of peace and presence I found at heartland – I will see u again one day..
Much love, I hope ur lives are wonderful.

Kerry has come regularly from North Queensland…..
Thankyou Les Trudy and everyone at heartland. Coming to your beautiful place and learning your knowlege has hastened my wanting to find inner peace and awareness and I don’t feel so helpless anymore going around and around in circles. Thankyou

Kate came in June 2012….
Dear Les, Trudi, Nicholas, Will, Calves and Donkey’s, in fact everyone and everything at Heartland,
Thank you all so much for giving Kate such a wonderful Heartland experience, she absolutely loved it and has come back with a smile on her face that I haven’t seen for a long time. She is so much more open to so many things after her visit to you all, she had been resistant to coming previously but the timing was of course perfect for her.
Seriously, Les you did wonders with her, she is so much more confident, anxiety has all but disappeared and if it starts to reappear she feels that she has the tools to deal with it.
Her ankle, she no longer sees as an issue, something her naturopath, and her psychologist have been trying to help her with for a long time. She is even strutting around in heels again, (not ridiculously high ones of course, that’s not Kate) something she hasn’t done in so long, she is feeling a lot better about herself generally and her options for the future.

Catherine has been before. She wrote……
Love to you both!!!
And my approval for your enterprise, your way-of-living, your support of so many!
And my gratitude for your teachings, and cooking, and courses you offer.
And, my looking-forward-to-revisiting when we can.
And, my admiration for your roles at the front of the new wave of conscious evolution.

Simon from Southern NSW has come many times. He reflects on his first visit…..
That was a day that changed my life, because you gave me the gift of unconditional love and told me that I was already whole. That was also the start of my awakening into a spiritual consciousness. There have been times when I have loved you, trusted you, believed you, and other times when I have not. I realise now that you are always a reflection of how I feel about myself..

LOve Always, Simon

Some of the letters we received during the first few months of 2012…..
Dear Trudi and Les,

You have created such a wonderful sanctuary at Heartland and I am so grateful to have experienced a magnificent week there.

Your kindness, love and compassion is truly infectious – and I have not enough words to fully convey how many wonderful experiences I had during my visit.

Thank you, thank you, thank you.

Lots of love,

C. N. (Mackay)

Well, it’s been a while now since my amazing week with you guys, and I’m already trying to plan another retreat with you…..

Britt

Hi Les & Trudi

Thank you for allowing me to stay at your beautiful Heartland!

I am already spreading the word

Fran, Yeppoon.

Thank you both for giving us both the most wonderful experience during our stay at Heartland. We have been telling our friends what an awesome place you have and how the week there has affected us in such a positive way. Hoping we can all come back in the near future. I will be telling everyone at work what a great experience it was and would recommend your retreat to everyone.
God bless,

Kath & Ida

Thank you so much for your common-sense and humor. I love your outlook. It is easy to get a little swept along with the hype sometimes. I pray for change as more and more of us get more and more conscious, and your work in the world is no small part of that shift.

Much Love, Ella

Mid to late 2011 Heartland enjoyed many full houses, and many very happy guests.
People came from every state of Australia, the US, New Zealand and the Pacific Islands….
Here’s a sample of some of their messages to us over that time…..

I have returned home with a renewed sense of my spiritual self and some more tools to stay the course in my soul’s journey. Navigating grief is more peaceful and I feel more able to let go of that which no longer serves me and to embrace my greatness. Les your counsel and group practice has been motivating, loving and helpful in offering opportunity for me to see more of who I am. Trudi your gentleness and creativity has re-opened my heart, mind and soul to the gentleness and creativity that resides within me.

Fiona, Qld

Hi Les & Trudi
I want to thank you both for opening your home and heart to myself and others.
My spirit was certainly renewed and I have regained that calmness within myself again.
The food was amazing and nurturing, I have continued eating this way at home, as It really inspired me.
I will definitely be back…..

Sue

My time at heartland has made a huge difference already in helping me to awaken to the truth. Love is all there is and peace is possible if we could just let go of all the illusions in life. I love you and Trudy like my family even though we don’t see each other often. I carry you in my heart always.

Kerry

My time at your centre 2 years ago was THE BEST and the love I felt was EVEN BETTER.

Vonnie, NSW

I enjoyed my stay with you very much.
Thanks from the bottom of my heart.

Lyn

It’s been 6 weeks since my return from Heartlands, and I wanted to say a belated Big Thank you for the Wonderful Week I spent with you all.
From the very first morning, being woken up with Zip-A-Dee-Doo-Dah to the kindness of Les and Trudi and delightful food from Viv and the forever joyful Nicholas and of course Will the dog, my companion who waited and walked back with me on my afternoon walks.
I have learnt so much from you both in ways I can’t explain. The singing was a delight (I’ve missed it), the Meditations the Mantras the insightful talks from Les to name but a few. Since returning home I’m still feeling the effects that I hope will continue to see me through on my own journey, and the decisions I need to make in the next chapter of my own life.
My fellow Heartlanders were strangers when we met but by the first afternoon I felt that I’d known them all my life (quite remarkable). Trudi’s gentle encouragement that flowed through us all in Artland every afternoon was so much fun, and my suitcase bulging with all my handmade pride and joy pieces will be with me for the rest of my life.
I hope to be back soon to my new family for some more fun and joy and love

Namaste – Debra

“Heartland is just that… a land full of heart! Les and Trudi’s energy is so warm and loving that you just don’t want to leave. The loving environment assisted me to connect fully with myself, allowing for such clarity and vision for my future. I received all that I hoped for and more out of my retreat at Heartland. I would recommend a stay at Heartland to anyone who wants to get closer to the truth of who they are.”
Thank you Les, Trudi and staff

Love Zinah, Victoria

I just wanted to thank you all for your warm love, light and energy. Each and every one of you touched me in a very special way.
Les, Trudy, thank for your gift of Heartland and Art land… what a beautiful experience.
Thank you again for a wonderful experience.

Peter, United States

I was recently there for your healing retreat September 2011 and I must say I’m loving myself and others a whole lot more. I am thanking the Lord every morning I wake for the air I breathe, for the sun that shines, for the wind that cools me down and for the food I eat. Before your retreat I seemed to be on auto pilot and never appreciated my existence, now I certainly do. I am more calmer with my children and in return they are giving me more love than ever before. U have passed onto me your words of wisdom and I’m now passing it on too, how good does this feel. Again, thankyou so much – each day that passes I am “Happier”.

Michelle

May you both be continually blessed with an abundance of good health, good friends, happiness, prosperity and whatever else you have on your Bucket / Wish List!
I truly am grateful for the time I spent at Heartlands with you both.

Namaste Willow

Heartland provided a safe space for me to look within and rediscover myself. The absolute joy for me was spending time and connecting with new friends to share stories, laugh, cry and explore the challenges of our lives together. I will forever value such a supportive environment! I have learned to notice the beauty in every day and to give thanks to those I have in my life. Les, your guidance was simple but has made such a significant difference to how I view my situation and my personal (daily) vision. I thank you both for creating a place and space that enabled me to gain insights and make discoveries about myself at my own pace.
I have already spread the word about Heartland and my experiences amongst colleagues and friends. I hope to make an annual trip to see you.
Warmest wishes and heartfelt thanks,

Mel

When I first arrived at Heartland, we had a chat and I mentioned that the one most important thing for me was that I would have a greater appreciation of what and who I had in my life! It was about me opening up to the ‘places’ where Heartland could or would take me. I decided that it would have been silly for me to go to Heartland with any other frame of mind. So off I went to the most magnificent retreat I could have ever expected. The people were wonderful. The food (please thank Viv) was superb. But most importantly, the ‘places’ that Heartland took me were challenging, tiring, rewarding, exhilarating and most of all loving.
I learned a love that is deeper than the deepest ocean. A love that is warmer than a mothers hug. A love that is clearer than the clearest water. A love that is happier than an innocent child’s giggle. A love that is brighter than the brightest day.
Each day I wake, I thank God for what I have in my lucky life Les. I thank God for all my amazing family & friends. I thank God for Heartland, for you, Trudy & Nicholas. The words below you hear every day so please read them very slowly..
‘Thank you and God bless you’
kind regards

Tom

Because of my stay at Heartland I now have found my inner strength once again and am grateful for that opportunity.

Sincerely Helga

Thank you so much for such a wonderful time at Heartland. I learnt so much and had such fun, and I came home with a different perspective on things.
Thank you for being such a beautiful family and for spreading your love, light and wisdom. I’m already looking forward to coming again next year!
Wishing you health, peace and happiness always.
Love & blessings,

Debbie

Dear Les and Trudi,
I just wanted to write and thank you so much for an amazing and fullfilling week at heartland.
Whilst there, I truly felt an inner peace that I was craving and looking at my perspective of the things in my life. Since being home and certainly having challenges with my family’s health, I felt better equipped to take things in my stride and also focus on making time for meditation in my life. There is still lots work to do but hopefully I am on my way to finding that inner strength I am looking for. I enjoyed the time with you Trudi and enjoy my Artwork that came home with me and when I look at it this reminds me of my amazing time away.I thank you both so much, I hope to see you again and would and have been recommending Heartland to my dearest friends.

Love Michelle

Haidee came in July 2011
Heartland was the most amazing experience and I have definitely told friends/family of my amazing week and how highly recommended Heartland is for its self help and healing, relaxation and amazing atmosphere not felt anywhere else!
I hope to see you again soon, and my deepest thanks from the bottom of my heart for the love and guidance (and amazing food) – it will always be remembered.

Love and blessings, Haidee xx

Vivien also came in July 2011
I can honestly say I felt like a new person. The time spent at Heartlands was perfect in every way, I loved every single minute of it and will definitely be visiting you again to refresh and gain some more inspiration. Thankyou to you all for making my stay a magical experience. I have told everyone about Heartlands and they all said I looked absolutely radiant!!

Paola came in June 2011
Thank so much for the wonderful time that I had at the retreat.
So many sweet memories even though it was only a few days, it shows that quality is far better that quantity.

Debbie spent a week with us in June 2011
Just thought I would let you know that Lee and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay at your retreat. I am still on a high from the experience.
Thanking you again.

Debbie

Sheila wrote to us…..
You were a changing point in my life and I am now on a very different journey. Many thanks.

Love Sheila

Narelle and Paula came in May 2011. Narelle wrote…
Thanks also for an enlightening and soul reaching 5 days. I have honestly never felt so good. You and Trudi are both amazing people and I am so grateful to you for your help, understanding and guidance. I will never forget my time at Heartland.

Kindest regards Narelle

Margaret came for 5 days in May 2011.
You advertise in your brochure – “Are you searching for inner peace? Do you need support to heal or space to de-stress and refocus?”
Those were the words which stood out for me, and the reason I visited Heartland, together with my friend Lorraine. I would like to thank you both personally, for the wonderful experience, and assure you that what you are attempting to do is, in my opinion, something VERY WORTHWHILE and no doubt rewarding. I am very happy that we had a small group, as it would have been harder for me personally – to achieve the above aims – and I am confident that with your help and gracious support, I certainly can feel the benefit.
I would like to congratulate you on the welcoming and pleasant surroundings, the healthy, nutritious and delicious meals, the uplifting music, as well as the chance to meet with the professional visiting team which you have available. It is with pleasure that I shall pass on my recommendation to many friends and relatives to visit you in the near future.
God’s richest blessings in your work,

Marg

Lorraine also came in May 2011
Hello Les and Trudi,
Well I am home and trying to put into practice all the things that I learnt on my stay with you.
I did really enjoy it, even though I came with a closed mind, thinking I am ok, but found out a few things about myself that should help me live a more fruitful and happy life, so for that a big THANK YOU.
I am spreading the word to those who I think could benefit from a stay with you.
I do feel like a different person and look at a lot of things in my life with a greater understanding since my lovely stay with you both, You WILL see me again.
Love and happiness always.

Lorraine

Natale came and stayed with us Easter 2011….
Hi Les and Trudi,
I have just come down from the Heartland cloud and hit my reality. Many Thanks to you both and all your great people for the wonderful 5 days over Easter.
Cheers,

Natale

Debbie came in April 2011. She wrote….
I am very thankful to have met you and experienced the amazing retreat you have created at Heartland. You have created a wonderful place — a peaceful, warm, caring space where guests can explore their inner world and see things with a new perspective that will empower them to recognise and share their gifts. Living in each moment with awareness, mindfulness and gratitude. You have helped me create a vision for my life that I can embrace and I will always remember your kindness, warm welcome and hugs.
I’ve returned home with my pieces of art, a peaceful heart and renewed spirit. Thank you.
Best Wishes

Deb,

Deborah also came in April 2011.
Dear Les & Trudi,

Thank you so much for the wonderful 5 days I spent with you both at your lovely retreat.
I had a very enlightening time, met some more wonderful people and learned so much more, returning home feeling totally relaxed and rested. I’m just trying now to hold onto that wonderful feeling as I return to the (un)real world and back to work.
However, I most definitely will return in the future for further enlightenment.
Thank you to both of you for allowing people like me to have the opportunity to experience what you both believe in and for providing just the most perfect setting to achieve this.
My best wishes

Deborah

Jill came in February 2011….
I went to Heartland in February 2011 for some R and R, a bit of meditation and massage. However, I came away with so much more than I expected.
Heartland is a homely retreat, well run, friendly and everyone is so helpful and supportive. The spiritual teachings and meditations given to us by Les were amazing. He loves what he does and is extremely knowledgeable and enthusiastic. You can always get him to relate past anecdotes—-he is the most superb story teller.
Trudi is so artistically creative. I felt I had no artistic ability at all but came away from Heartland with painting of a sunset I painted myself and it looks pretty good to me !! Trudi also helped us with a collage and hebel block sculpting.
The kitchen provided us with wonderfully tasteful vegetarian meals especially lunch outside
For a week of spiritual upliftment go to Heartland and pamper the body and soul
Namaste

Jill

Cheryl came in March 2011
I just wanted to thank you and Trudi and the gang at Heartland for the terrific week spent there. Over this week I have been noticing, thanking and changing my perspective, and I must say I’m feeling so much. So thank you for putting me back together, now my next trick is to maintain it.

Misty came from interstate in March 2011….
Hi Les and Trudi,
Thank you so much for everything.. I was on such a high after leaving Heartland
This week has completely changed my life in so many ways. I am still on a high. I have been talking about Heartland all day at work and I will definitely be back to visit in the near future. Thank you again from the bottom of my heart, you both have made an incredible impact on my life.

Christophe visited from France….
“I did not choose Heartland, it chose me like by accident, and now I understand why, I needed to reconnect with myself, I did not realise I was so disconnected. Heartland is an Amazing lesson of love, a great guide to find the inner within me. Almost Magic with no mystic. I fly like a bird and feel lighter somehow.
Quote “ heartland does what it says”
Many thanks for Les, Trudi and all the team, for the spectacular experience and sharing their knowledge.”

Christophe Cohen

Sally wrote to us…
Dear Les and Trudi,
Thank you both so much for the wonderful experience that was my week at Heartland Retreat. I enjoyed myself and learned so much. I feel like I found a new me (or the true me) in many ways. I felt so good at the end of the week, that I’ve adopted some Heartland-inspired elements into my daily routine back home. The effect these new habits have had on my health and mood are amazing!

For instance, before Heartland I was NOT a morning person at all. Desperately tired every morning, on a work day I’d stay in bed as long as possible and then rush, barely eating any breakfast; on a day off I’d often find myself unable to really get moving until midday. NOW, I’m getting up earlier (to the sound of a singing alarm I recorded) and preparing some fresh watermelon juice before going for a pre-breakfast walk around the block. When I’m not working, I am loosely following a schedule inspired by Heartland, but in true Heartland style I’m following “ish time”. Basically, I’m managing to fit in some exercise, healthy meals, some meditation and some art most days. I am feeling very inspired again about my art! (I’ll let you know when I’ve loaded my QLD images to Flickr.)

I’d really like to complement you all on the amazing food and accommodation. All the small creative touches throughout the cottage and the gardens made it such a restful, magical place to explore and relax. The imaginative, delicious menu has inspired me to cook healthier food because I was able to notice a definite improvement in how I felt over the week.

I also want to thank Will for bounding over for a pat after my early morning read of Og Mandino before you, Les, came around with your bell. That was the most animated I’d seen Will the whole time, and his support warmed my heart.
Thanks so much again.
Best wishes,

Cynthya has visited Heartland several times. In March 2011 she wrote….
Hi Les and Trudi…
How fantastically blissful it was to be in the embrace of the Heartland home, it is difficult to find words to express the depth of my gratitude. My soul was long overdue for the nurturing embrace that she received, and the hugs!!!!! so Divine.
Love always

Cynthya

Jenni M wrote…..
My last few years have been most challenging as we all experience at some time in our lives. I was gifted the opportunity to take a much needed break. Heartland is a beautiful healing retreat in QLD. Thankyou Les and Trudi for your care and kindness. My soul and energy is back and ready for another year of doing what I love

Margaret came January 2011. Later she wrote to us….
Dear Les and Trudi,
Thank you so much for making my stay at Heartland possible. It has been a real turning point in my life, and I intend coming back again, probably next year. I came home with a new lease of life! Before I went, I spent all morning on the computer, living everyone else’s life and not my own. Then I’d have a sleep after lunch, and start watching TV about 4.30. Now I make a list in the morning and tick off what I have done during the day. It sure makes me feel good to get things done that I haven’t done in a long time. A simple thing like making my bed every morning brings me joy! And no computer until late afternoon!
One thing about feeling sick, you feel so grateful when you’re better!
I just had to go and buy Susan Boyle’s album “I Dreamed a Dream”, as I couldn’t get “How Great Thou Art” out of my head all the way home and for days afterwards. I have always felt close to God, but felt even closer after Heartland.
Anyway, thanks again, for all the love and support I received during my stay. God bless you both. You are truly beautiful people!
Love,

Margaret.

Steve came in September 2010
I want to thank you both for the wonderful time I had at Heartland.

I have learnt so much in my short stay; it has inspired and changed my life for the better.

Thankyou so much,

Steve, South Australia

In September 2010, Shaleen wrote:
Hello dearest Les and Trudy and all the Heartland folk!
Oh- just watching the Heartland You Tube piece made me ‘homesick’ for that ‘peace that passeth all understanding’ that is Heartland.

Jane visited from Brisbane in September 2010…..
It has been a week since we visited and everyday I feel peace and love emanating from within my being. I have reflected on much and know that my experience at Heartland helped me to reconnect to my source as well as lift the veil on some of my illusions. (Another layer of the onion!) Thank you for the lessons and kind words of wisdom. (I am doing the temple meditation daily and it is helping me immensely.)

Trudi – I must let you know that when my daughter, Poppy, age 3 saw my painting her words were: “Mummy I love your picture!” She had to put it up in her bedroom and everytime I see it, I am filled with joy, (tears – good ones) and beautiful memories. Thank you.

Everything was WONDERFUL. Can you also pass on my gratitude to all at Heartland who made the weekend so magical – they are all amazing!

I hope to visit again next year and will definitely pass on your flyers to those I meet.

Thank you again for everything,
Love and Brightest Blessings,

Jane

Carol also came from Brisbane in September 2010….
What a wonderful weekend we shared with you all
The delicious fresh healthy food was always delightful
The company, the talks, the meditations were life changing
I can’t thank you all enough and particularly Les for your wonderful knowledge and healing.

Trudy for teaching us some art secrets
I would not have believed that I could learn and grow so much in just 1 weekend
I am looking forward to coming back for 1 week next time
Love & Light to you all ,

Carol

Rose visited in September 2010 for 12 days from Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs….
What a relief that there are actually people like you guys still in existence! There are no words I could adequately choose to describe how grateful we both are for the opportunity for Rose to have spent the past 12 days with you. So simply Thank You.

We are both ready to embrace positive change in our lives, as individuals and as a couple.

Karen also came from SE Qld in September 2010.
Dear Les and Trudi,
Thank you for your wonderful hospitality and the fantastic time I had with all involved at the retreat.

Firstly to Les, thank you so much for the valued gift of your meditations. I did not realise how much I needed those three days to bring me back to within and to feel the deep sense of peace I felt during my time and for a long time after leaving the retreat. The chanting was wonderful and always tends to fill my heart with such loving vibrations Thank you for being you and for what you give to so many. I cannot wait to come again and hopefully for longer next time and maybe do another wonderful psychological meditation. That was eye opening. Once again Les, thank you for the gifts that you give.

Secondly to Trudi, thank you for the time we also spent. Thanks for the painting. Actually everyone I showed really liked it and that is saying something as usually I cannot even draw a stick man. So you can imagine my “ego” when they said my painting was great. Thanks also for the wonderful scones. They were a treat. I also look forward to seeing you when we come again and hope next time to spend more time with you.

Thirdly to Bev and Janet, thanks so much for the wonderful meals. The eggplant surprise was the best thing I have tasted for a long time. Thank you all as I know that the food was planned by all to be enjoyed and enjoyed it was.

In love and light,

Karen xxoo

Helen arrived in September 2010 from NSW….
I want to thank you for an amazing 5 days. It was wonderful to be a part of the whole experience. I cannot believe how comfortable and comforting it was, right from the moment I arrived. I am still feeling the inner glow that I left with.

Thankyou also for sharing the tools which I can put into practice in my life.

I have already gained more peace of mind.

Thanks again,

Love Helen

Terry, from Sydney, came in October 2010….
Hi Les & Trudi

A very belated thank you for a wonderful 5 days with you @ Heartland early October – it was beautiful & wonderful and rejuvenated my soul.

Jane came in October 2010….
Dear Les, Trudi and all at Heartland,

Thankyou all so much for such a wonderful, caring, fun, creative scrumptious and cleansing week with you. It was all and more than I had hoped for and I truly thank you. I have given your name to many already and I really hope that they will all go for a week of what I got and anything else they need or you can dish up. I have listened to the meditation tapes and enjoyed the journey they have inspired so thanks for that too. Love and hugs to you all

Jane

Jo flew up to Heartland in October 2010….
Dear Les and Trudi

Thank you!! I am so grateful to everyone at Heartland and I thank you for the most amazing time I had.

With much love and gratitude,

Jo

Heather came to Heartland in August 2010….
A huge thank you to Les, Trudi and all the team at Heartland Retreat for the amazing space you have created to allow all those who visit the love, support and wisdom to grow and embrace the magic of who they are. I spent 5 days of pure magic enjoying the delicious, healthy food, spiritual re-connection and getting back in touch with my creativity. I arrived stressed and tired from years of running a busy demanding business and left relaxed and at peace with who I am and the future direction of my life and business ventures.

Thank you, Thank you, Thank you.

I will be back again and again.

Much love to you all.

Heather

Helen also came in August 2010. She wrote:
I often think of the time I spent with you all at heartland with great pleasure…..

I will be back next year for sure.,,,

love & hugs Helen

CY came in June 2010; and later wrote to us….
Hi Les & Trudi,

Well its almost two months since I spent that amazing week with you both and I feel so different and moved so far from the person I was when I was at Heartland.

I am so much more self aware than ever before and when i notice myself falling back into old patterns i quickly shake myself out of it.

Since my return to work i am really enjoying what i am doing. this excitement and re-energizing of life is flowing into so many areas of my life. My acting is having many opportunities to flourish this month and i have 4 projects on the go.

Im not finding the time to meditate very often but i do play your healing garden every night as i go to bed, i may not get to hear the whole thing but i know it is still doing me good as i feel so much better when i do as to when i dont, but think ive only missed out on one or two nights.

Ive also done something different in that i have given myself permission to be the best i can be. Its definitely making inroads into the self worth/self love area but i know this is where i need to concentrate some efforts to move my excess weight, but i know this will come as i am kinder to myself each day, a little bit more.

I sing more freely and readily since ive come back and willingly say to people i am a singer. Ive done a bit of drawing since ive come back more colour swirls than anything else and have drawn and cut out words of promise or positivity on my wall to inspire and remind.

im also finding time to sit and breathe even if only for a short time, to sit and let thoughts settle whether on a seat in the park, the tram stop or wherever but it gives me time to listen to my inner voice.

Love to you both

Maria came from Victoria in July 2010. She wrote to us…
Dear Les and Trudy

What can I say about my time at heartlands…. It was an experience which I will never forget. I have never felt so at peace with myself.
Your words of wisdom have helped me put life in some perspective. You have inspired to me some much that I would love to get involved in spiritual retreats. To be able to help people and leave an impression on them to me is such an awesome thing.
I just love the program. It enlightened my soul and helped me to create as well explore my inner self. I just love to sing and to able to do that every day with a group of people was such a blessing. My favorite part was the hugs.
What can I say about the food but yummy yummy yummy a very big thank you to Viv. To you and all your staff I say thank you. I would love to come and visit again. I would also love to do some voluntary work with you.

Love and hugs

Maria

Angela came from Melbourne July 2010 and wrote:
Hi Trudi and Les

You are in my thoughts constantly as my clients want to know where i have been and how it was.
It is with much fondness and a smile on my face that I give them all a wonderful description of the week at heartland.
I am amazed at the response (but then maybe not) it has opened a more amazing energy throughout the salon.

Thankyou for the wonderful loving energy you have provided at heartland as i have come home feeling so centered.

The whole program was fantastic and the art workshops were so relaxing and creative, thanks Trudi. (What a view)
Thanks Les for the tools, talks, drumming, singing and inspiration you gave everyday in so many ways.

With love in my heart and a smile on my face.

Angela

Natalie spent three months at Heartland this year. She wrote:
I knew coming to Heartland was going to be life changing – but ,i had no idea that it would be to the extent that it was. .My light is shining so brightly.

Thankyou ever so much for giving the opportunity for people to go heartland and for being the love that you are. Also for your lovely supporting angel.

I loved every minute that I was there.

Natalie.

Penny came in July 2010. It was her third visit!
It is 10 days since the Heartland retreat and I am living in a
beautifully serene space. I kept expecting it to fade but after
talking to you, Les, I have moved perspective and now expect that is who I am and my natural state. So sweet!

Words fail to express what I feel, however, suffice it to say that being with you two (and all who are part of Heartland) in Heartland’s atmosphere of unconditional love and peace, has added a beautiful dimension of expansive love and heightened awareness to my everyday living. You have unlocked portals to my higher self that remain with me – far reaching in the humility and love I feel for being part of
humanity.

Thank you, thank you so much, please try to understand the deep gratitude and love I feel for you both and for the abundant blessings I have received from being with you in your space. May you always be bathed in the God light that you radiate.

Bountiful blessings for your continued well being and the wonderful generosity of spirit that is the essence of Heartland.

Huge loving hugs

Namaste

Penny

Geraldine ran a program at Heartland late 2009…..
“It was the small touches, the flowers, the artworks, the ample food, the candlelight and the anticipation of what we might need, which made the running of my “Public Speaking Goddess” retreat so effortless. Holding the space for 5 days for participants who’ve come to face fears and learn challenging skills, requires considerable energy. I was able to do it with ease, knowing I could trust Heartland to keep us all fed, watered and on time with the ringing of a brass bell! Heartland provides a unique, quirky, sweet and gentle place for guests to relax. It does not provide marble bathrooms or chardonnay at dinner! Heartland is ideal for facilitators working with small groups looking for a down to earth, “home” type space with comfy lounges and a bulging library. It also offers reverence for nature and the spirit and a chance to slow down and unfurl your deeper self on a banana chair under the bouganvillia. Thankyou Les, Trudi and staff.”
Geraldine Barkworth, Director, Cool, Calm & Connected, http://www.geraldinebarkworth.com/

Sending you blessings and love that Heartland and all those involved in it will continue to blossom and thrive as a place of love and growth.

Much Love Ella, USA

An entire hair studio visited us in February 2010…
Hello Les!

I would like to thank you for such a wonderful experience.

The girls and I have learnt so much from both you and Trudi and we are all planning our return visit.

Angel, Brisbane.

Justine visited us in February 2010…
Firstly I would like to thankyou for your generosity, love and support. When I first arrived at Heartland I truly felt comfortable and at peace.

The journey I embarked on over the 5 days was one of enlightenment, discovery, sadness happiness and most of all very mixed emotions which I have subsequently found to be a good thing! As you guys saw, I cried when I was leaving as I was sad to leave Heartland and the “safety”. I felt being there was something I haven’t experienced for such a long time.

It’s only been a week since I’ve been home and I am trying everyday to put everything you have taught me into practice on a hourly daily weekly and lifetime basis and have already started making the changes. Both of you and your team are the most positive uplifting people I have met. And I can sincerely say you guys practice what you preach. If only the entire world could have your perspective on life it would be such a better place.

My outlook on life has changed and I value the “simple” things much more than I used to. I also hope to have formed some lovely friendships from the Retreat also. I will be back for sure. Thank you once again for everything.

Eternal Blessings

Justine

Ruth came in 2009….
You provide thought creation and motivation to apply your teachings in a non confrontation way that doesn’t single any one out and then you follow up/debrief with individuals and fine tweak/tune to suit each person and what they are trying to sort out. Which in turn, I believe gives people some confidence in there own abitilities.

You provide the tools and it was up to the individual to apply. You don’t force any thing onto any one and you respect each person for the individual that they are. There is no stereotyping, no judging. Every one had something to offer and you recognized that.

Everyone at Heartland was welcoming and always had time to answer any questions. No one was ever fobbed off. I found my stay at Heartland a most rewarding and enlightening experience.

Thank you very much for your support and teachings.

Lot of Hugs

Ruth, NSW

Barbara came more than once during 2009. This is what she has shared with us…..
Hi. I’d like to share some thoughts with you about my journey over the last few years and to tell you that coming to Heartland was important. I was meant to find you to find my way. So I thank you with great love for the gifts you have given me. I pray that Heartland continues to flourish with love from many committed clients and partnerships.

The first healing retreat at Heartland helped me get back out of a dark tunnel that was threatening to engulf me. I started to feel stronger and healthier. Despite the messages from the retreat, there was a niggling uncertainty about how to proceed. Like a child, I was excited about the new things I had learnt but wide-eyed and nervous taking my first steps. Falling back to old practices I looked to others (and books) for answers instead of looking inside myself.

The second retreat helped reinforce the messages and helped me understand that I need patience…patience for many things including my meditation. It also helped reinforce that I need to love myself to love others. I now meditate almost every day. I’m still a beginner but I don’t push for ‘perfect’ anymore. I try, I wait, I pray, I try again, I persist.

Slowly the puzzle has been coming together. I’ve realised that my journey’s purpose is not to find me or God but to allow my spirit and the divine to shine – to love and to serve. I am not alone – the divine is me and becomes my partner with the physical me on this earth. In the difficult times, when I’m faced with angry, hateful, critical people, I find I am stronger when I remember that those spewing hatred are feeling hated so I send them love, if someone gives me a gift of criticism I don’t have to accept that gift I can leave it with the giver, that the ‘difficult’ people are my teachers. It is easy to love when you are loved, to love when you are hated is the way. I have also realised that ‘I’ am not depressed, I just had depressive thoughts – change the thoughts and change the experience. Now, I don’t linger on any depressive or worrying thoughts. It is getting easier to flip to the positive loving side.

Thank you again for helping me find my way. I still have to learn on this journey but I am no longer afraid. Have a wonderful blessed day

Barbara, 2009

Shaleen came early 2010…..
Thank you both for all your love and inspiration.
I look forward to another visit to Heartland in the future.
Love and hugs

Shaleen, WA

I feel honoured by the Namaste experience at Heartland! Thank You!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Thank You!!!!!!!!!!!!!! for the celebration of life at Easter weekend 2010.

WOW! The Divinity of the God light presence at Heartland always leaves me feeling like the very important person that we all are but, not in an ego sense but God sense! Thank You!!

Alison, Qld, March 2010

I had a fantastic time with you all…..you have really changed my life in many ways.

Lyndsie, May 2010, from western NSW.

“I have had the absolute pleasure to spend a week long healing retreat at Heartland Retreat for the third time in 3 years in March 2010.

I have felt the drawing of this sanctuary, which is like a second home, for the healing of my emotions, mind, body & spirit and to create a more sacred relationship with myself, others and the Universe, and each time my experience of Heartland has been nothing less than incredible.

The environment is so peaceful, calm yet energising, the Dyer family welcoming, warm, accepting, treating all as their own family.

I thoroughly enjoyed so many things … my private room with comfy bed, the fresh organic fruits & veges, tasty & healthy meals, relaxed pace, inspirational talks, meditations in the temple, singing, laughing, connection, peace, tranquility … the list goes on … all at very reasonable cost.

I really appreciate Trudi’s God-given gifts to create so many beautiful artworks, especially the huge Buddha on the outside of the newly painted Temple.

They create a so much beauty and serenity of Heartland.

Trudi takes the time and effort to teach a whole bunch of people how to express themselves through the medium of art and gives them the pleasure creating something beautiful that they can take home.

Les is a wise spiritual leader and guide, an inspiration and a very loving and warm person who welcomes and treats everybody exactly the same, with love and kindness.

He has a very deep understanding of people, and is truly walking his talk … living his truth and purpose in this life. Bless you all for being a part of my journey.”

With lots of love, Debbie H, Hornsby NSW, March 2010

Blessings to you and the wonderful work you bring into the world !

Joelle

CH came from Brisbane in June 2010 In part she wrote….

Hello Les,

just letting you know that (…..) may ring you to see if he can refer people to you for the retreat – he is my thyroid doctor and a very interesting person – uses alternative methods and understands spirituality – he was very taken with the fact that I appeared in his office beaming and looking about 1000% on my previous visit – my b.p. was significantly reduced also – he was intrigued! Good eh?

Also you may interested to know that (…….) shoulder is beginning to move – he did so well during my absence – he has tried to do this before and never succeeded this time it is working – that in itself is a miracle.

Kath, a popular businesswoman, came in June 2010.

Dear Les & Trudi

It seems somewhat surreal to be back at work today, only a week since I arrived at Heartland. I have always had a high energy level, but in recent times have allowed everything to take its toll. However, I now feel energised, alive and I feel like I have got my old self back again.

I want to thank you both for your love, support and guidance and for creating such a wonderful environment for healing and renewal.

Kath

Karen lives in SE Qld. She wrote to us…
Hi Les,

….my life has changed since meeting you both and I look forward to constantly evolving because of your love, kindness and teachings.

Love and blessings,

Karen

Read what one happy March 2008 guest experienced…
“Thank you for opening your home and retreat to me, for your honesty, compassion and pearls of wisdom.
Not only did you wake me up again to the love of Self but you taught me techniques/understandings for clearing blocks and connecting with my Higher Self and the Divine through your simple, yet oh so powerful mediations and healing exercises.
Your wonderful talks and exercises were light yet spoke directly to my heart, and were filled with opportunities to learn and open up to the love, joy and delight which is Self.
I learnt to discriminate between “brain” (the tumultuous mix of emotions, misperceptions, general confusion!) and the mind which observes and is unchanging. What a blessing and a wonderful tool for a happier life. I appreciated the “big picture” of our place in this universe, the relationship with our own families and environment and your message of how to interact within it in a more purposeful and loving way. The exercises exploring relationships were a revelation which explained much in my own personal dynamic and opened my heart to heal.
A few days after arriving home, it is wonderful to observe the subtle changes which I intend to honour. Discontent and frustration has been replaced with delight and gratitude. Truly a new perspective.
I feel more at peace. I have faith again. Blessings indeed. I am so grateful for this opportunity ….Thanks and love to Les, Trudi and family.”

Carol (Brisbane)

Robyn spent a week with us in November 09…
“The most amazingly positive experience I had recently – from start to finish – was when. I visited Heartland Retreat run by Les and Trudi Dyer. From my first email contact to the moment Les personally farewelled me, this couple and this retreat under-promised and over-delivered. Nothing was too much trouble. Everything and everyone was gracious, giving and reliable (as long as you understand that Les’s time is oneish, twoish… you are told that upfront and it suits the nature and ethos of this gorgeous establishment).”

Robyn Pulman, International Conference Speaker & Organisational Coach
“Creating Winning Habits” (www.robyn.com.au)

Ari came from southern NSW in January 2011…
“My time at Heartland …
As soon as I arrived I was in absolute awe of the beauty all around me. The soulful gardens that were filled with flowers, art and words of wisdom, and the warmth and light of Trudi and Les when they welcomed me like I was an old friend. Heartland is a channel for the divine to communicate through and everyone who visits seems to get their own message or messages.

The little things that make Heartland special are the ‘Grace Mats’, the names of the rooms and cottages, the gifts of appreciation from visitors that are scattered everywhere, all these precious parts of the retreat were contributed with tenderness and care.

To run this retreat would take patience, dedication, physical, emotional and spiritual strength, love, joy and kindness. Luckily Trudi and Les have an abundance of these qualities!

They say their life work is easy as they are ”spending time with God”.
Through the 5 day healing retreat, I realised that this sentiment is true for every one of us, all the time, as the divine is within us.
All we have to do is remember.

There was fresh and nourishing food, water and air to heal tired bodies as well as delightful rituals to replenish our souls.

Every form of creative expression is encouraged there; singing, chanting, dancing, movement, writing and creating art – but nothing is compulsory.

At the end, every being seemed revitalised, inspired, lighter, brighter and more connected to their true selves.

We could see each others dreams reflected in our own. When you come from the place deep within your heart, you emanate truth, beauty and freedom.

Trudi, Les and all the souls who work at Heartland radiate the energy of love, and being immersed in this energy was a truly profound healing experience.

Thank you.”

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