I would like to provide some feedback on my stay with you. Today I was driving up the "Goat Track" towards Mt Tamborine from Canungra. My little boy who is 3 said to me "Look at the bewfiful (beautiful) trees". I looked and they were indeed amazingly gorgeous, the dawn sunlight was reflecting off them in brilliant yellow flashes and combined to create a bouquet of free and readily accessible art. I knew immediately that I had brought home an incredibly special gift from my stay at Heartland Retreat. I had accumulated JOY! The reason I knew that I had accumulated this joy and retrieved it from my stay at heartland is because neither of us probably would have noticed the trees or how beautiful they were because we were such unhappy people, or rather I was unhappy and asleep in my life and this emitted from me to my son.

Before I went to stay at Heartland, I was an emotional and mental tragedy in desperate need of repair. Les taught me techniques which helped me see I didn't need to be repaired, I just needed perspective.

My relationship with myself changed. I have since become kinder and gentler to myself. I appreciate everything that is happening to me right now, rather than dwelling on unhealthy obsessive thoughts from 20 years ago.

Now, thanks to so many spiritual epiphanies brought on by discussions with Les throughout the week, and the intense nurturing I felt throughout the process, I have gratitude..Everyday! I have so much gratitude for everything around me, and in discovering that gratitude, I now have immense joy.

People at work are amazed at the difference in my attitude and how happy I am, people always comment: "Why are you so happy and smiling all the time". I tell them "It's simple, I have joy!" Not many understand, but I am slowly trying to spread the joy around my workplace through the use of happiness and smiles and guiding other people to have gratitude. When I see an unhappy person, I smile at them as largely as I can and whether they return the smile or not, I send them joy from my heart energy and wish them well.

I am now allowing myself to be more vulnerable and let down walls which I had built as a child. I am surprised that once I didn't have such a stone wall around me how much my social network expanded and how rapidly. Everyone I see walking in the halls wants to stop and chat. I think it's because of the happy summery vibes I put out to the world. I am forgiving wrongs and looking at them from different sides and thinking, wow, why did that upset me so much. A lot of pain in my body has now subsided due to having less dis-ease inside.

I have continued eating in a vegetarian style, as it pleases me to think I may be reducing the footprint of the innocent animals who are needlessly slaughtered in fear and horrid conditions.

Oh yeah, and I have exploded with creativity. I put one of my paintings on the wall and my little boy said "That's so pretty mummy". I also felt brave enough to send one to my friend for her birthday.

I wish I could hold the world inside my soul so they too may feel the amount of joy which emits like a sun from the love I have for myself, my son, my world and earth and universe. Thank you Les and Trudi, thank you thank you thank you. And I thank you also for Nicholas, who is one of the purest and kindest human beings I am yet to meet, many people could
learn so much compassion from your young man.

In gratitude and joy.
Amanda (south east Queensland)

Words are not enough for thanking you both for such an amazing New Year’s Retreat at Heartland. Once again, everything has been simply perfect, like a symphony played by an angelic orchestra (of course you do have quite a few important connections up there).

Looking after such a big number of guests is not easy task – and we are so grateful to both of you as well as Nicholas and Wayne for having done “miracles” in being sure everything was just perfect. A huge thank you for driving us to Carlos sand blow in time to welcome the first rays of the sun this year - what a memorable experience - and for the magnificent early morning picnic on Rainbow Beach! Wow! You are truly Angels on Earth!

I do believe Heartland is changing our lives – in a way no other place or therapy could ever do. Since our April visit we have already seen major changes in our lives, but we are also aware of how important it is to get some Heartland injections from time to time, as every time we learn new things and we keep growing along our spiritual path. We are now fully recharged, and our hearts are beaming with love. But we will come back and visit again soon…

With immense love and gratitude, Rosaria

Thank you so much for the retreat. It was truly a healing experience and the very best way to start the new year. It was uplifting and life affirming. At some time every day since I was about seven I have wished I was dead at least once a day and quite often it was throughout the day in darker moments. I did not act on this as I had this sense there was a reason I was here despite my inner voice telling me repeatedly I had no reason for being. You have shown me the reason. At peace, I am. Trust and faith, I have. Together with the divine. A knowing. Intention. Confidence now to step into all that I am, without fear and with love. Thank you.

Love and light, S.

Here at Heartland, we have 3 separate cottages where each guest has their own private air conditioned room.
       
A maximum of 4 women or 4 men would share the bathroom facilities and separate toilet. It depends on our bookings at the time – sometimes people stay here and only share a bathroom and separate toilet with 1 other guest – but unfortunately, we cannot promise how many guests will be sharing your cottage with you as our bookings come in at different times.
       
We also have 1 private ensuite room that you may be lucky to have during your stay here! But we do reserve this room for couples or for guests who require a private bathroom. We are happy to offer this ensuite room to anyone else – but cannot guarantee the vacancy at your time of booking (unless you need this room for medical purposes or you are a couple).
       
We also have the main Retreat house which has rooms available which we use when the need arises – if our cottages are booked out and we feel that another guest would be appropriate for that retreat.
       
We believe strongly that the universe guides the right people to come and stay here at Heartland – and we trust that each guest will find what they are looking for while they are here. Most of our guests settle into a wonderful peaceful place within themselves after the first initial greetings are over! If you are guided to come here – for whatever reason – don’t let our shared facilities stop you!
       
Blessings.

We did it mindful that everyone appreciates fine food, cleanliness, service, safety and all those little touches that make going away special – but not everyone can either afford five star luxury (or wants to pay for it).

So we try to offer the very best of both worlds.

WHY ALL THE BUDDHA'S EVERYWHERE? ARE YOU BUDDHIST?
No we’re not.

The sculptures and paintings of the Buddha's are created by Trudi and are her representations of peace and bliss.

She says she’ll be working on Jesus’ sculptures next!

IS HEARTLAND A CHRISTIAN RETREAT?
No, not in the orthodox sense; but yes, we follow the universal teachings of Jesus.

We don’t see Jesus as a saviour, but rather as a World Teacher.

WHY IS HEARTLAND CHEAPER THAN OTHER RETREATS?
There are four answers.

Firstly, we’re not ‘glitzy’ but more homely, more like a big friendly ‘b&b”.

Secondly, we don’t charge for our workshops like most places.

Nothing at all.

So you only pay for the food and accommodation.

It’s our way of offering service.

Thirdly, we don’t have the high administrative overheads of most retreats.

We’re a family concern.

Lastly, we’re not profit-driven (although naturally we do need to cover costs, plan developments for the comfort of guests and still be able to offer significant help to humanitarian projects across the globe).

DO GUESTS HAVE THEIR OWN ROOM?
Yes, with air conditioning, heating and quality furnishings (including double or king-single commercially laundered ensembles).

DO GUESTS HAVE TO TAKE PART IN THE PROGRAMS YOU RUN?
Certainly not.

You can simply lounge around the library – or even spend the week in the Art Shed!

All workshops and activities are optional.

WHAT DO YOU GET FOR YOUR MONEY AT HEARTLAND?
You enjoy your own private room with shared bathroom facilities (one double room with ensuite is available for couples or those requiring extra privacy).

All meals, all workshops both on self-empowerment and healing, all talks, daily meditations and mantras, all art and creative classes are all included in our special package prices.

WHAT IS A SPIRITUAL RETREAT?
It’s a place where you can refocus, heal, empower yourself, connect to the Divine ‘within” – and generally have a good time without having to agree to any dogma.

WHICH AIRPORT DO YOU PICK UP FROM?
Sunshine Coast (Maroochy) Airport.

We also pick up from Coach and Rail stations.

CAN WE COME ANYTIME?
Our programs start on a set day, often on a Monday. We generally run programs every fortnight to cater to their popularity.

However, sometimes we can offer guests longer term private stays during which they partly look after themselves. Please enquire if seeking a private retreat.

IS HEARTLAND NEAR SHOPS?
Gympie is about 8kms away and boasts four supermarkets, Big W, Harvey Norman, Lincraft, etc….

DOES HEARTLAND HAVE A POOL, TENNIS COURT AND SAUNA?
Yes, we do have a large salt-water pool for you to relax in the cool; and, instead of a tennis court we have a macadamia orchard, a donkey sanctuary and walks across almost endless rolling green hills….
and yes, we do have a Sauna.

We are a continually "developing" retreat.

IS HEARTLAND A CULT?
Good grief, no!

We are totally opposed to cults.

You couldn’t even join us if you wanted to!

There’s nothing to join to.

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