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'The Intensive is an amazing opportunity to get the truth about your behavior, the stark, clear, actionable truth.  And that is invaluable.  I have a very tricky wounded self that comes in quickly and unconsciously to keep me stuck in my pain and low self-opinion.  But because Margaret mirrored to me what she saw, I could see it too and my wounded self's machinations were laid bare.  This gave me great clarity.  Also, I'm learning that I actually can choose to do a process that brings me peace.  I was always intent on being authentic.  But I couldn't distinguish between my wounded self and my true self, so I was being authentic with my pain, which was just hurting me.  Now I choose to feel good and to do what is necessary so I can feel peaceful and whole and truly present & open.  Thank you, Margaret!' Colorado Intensive, 4/10


Stel Fine

"This was one of the best weekdends of my life. Such love, support, deep healing, growth and fun too. The layers of the wounded self are so deep and tricky. Each intensive I attend with an intention to learn I'm able to explore and heal the same core issues at a deeper level and move thru them much more quickly. Thanks to Margaret and the group for such a deep, rich and delightful experience. If you have attended a 5 day intensive give yourself a gift of an advanced intensive, it is sooo worth it." East Coast Advanced Intensive, 10/05
Merry Oislander

'This was an enlightening experience that has given me the tools and a process to take more loving care of myself and to share this loving intent with the people around me.  I had no idea how I was creating my own pain.  Now I do!  I look forward to enjoying more peace and joy and love moving forward." Dolores, CO Intensive 4.13

"I first attended a weekend Workshop (2 days) which gave me a great overview and encouraged me to attend the next Intensive. I've done my share of therapy but this Inner Bonding Intensive (5-day) has given me an amazing connectedness to myself and the tools to continue my process of growth and self-improvement. The gentleness in helping me become aware of areas of work for me - allowing me to accept the input - I felt acceptance and safety and a sense of belonging that I've never felt before in my life. I've grown a true and authentic sense of self-worth. The friends I made will be lifelong. I've received the gift of a new family made up of those friends. The Inner Bonding steps are the light at the end of the tunnel. The light is forgiveness and hope and love - and my antidote to loneliness and emptiness." Santa Barbara Intensive, 1/07
Tim Lennon

I think the intensive was transformational for me.  I am 63 years old, but feel I am born again with love for myself and others.  I am so looking forward to the rest of my life and what it will bring.

My experience in the IB intensive was more powerful than 10 years of counselling.  My marriage was transformed when I attended my first intensive and then my husband started practicing IB with me and we attended together.  We are truly achieving intimacy in our relationship.  It has exceeded all expectations.  It is the best environment to heal self judgement and shame.  I have never been happier in my life.  Dr. Margaret Paul models the healthy adult.  I am filled with gratitude to have the opportunity to work with her.  I would highly recommend an IB intensive to anyone who desires to grow in body, mind, and spirit.