MBSR Program Testimonials
“Your MBSR class was terrific.”
Colonel Michael Brumage, Commander US Army Schofield Barracks Health Clinic
“Isn’t learning fun? Grateful for this opportunity. I am so grateful to have had the opportunity to study with you…Wendie Wong, Retired Educator
Allan’s attention was so focused when each of us spoke. I felt heard. especially liked Allan’s acknowledgment that a transfer or transition to everyday life, from formal classes, is a key to the benefits of practice.” Marcia Wong
“The experience was life changing. Experiential learning provided a catalyst for exploring the use of meditation in defining the root causes of stress in one’s life. Therefore, the long-term effects of participating in Allan’s program cannot be properly appreciated until you take the program yourself. As a healthcare administrator I evaluated several stress management courses in my career. However, I have never found one so comprehensive and life changing. I highly recommend the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Program and Allan as facilitator.” Debra M. Mahan, Cardiovascular Services, Straub Clinic and Hospital
“I deal with pain in a new, better way…I gained a sense of self confidence and I found a place inside myself that is always peaceful…I changed my view of communication with myself and others in a positive light…I am less judgmental and more accepting.” Rebecca Meyer, University Student
“As the Spa Director at Ihilani Resort and Spa I included Allan’s program on our schedule of classes offered at the Spa. It was an immediate success! Allan’s attention to detail in addition to his knowledge of and passion for the subject matter made the class one of the most popular at the Spa. He has a skill for making participants feel at ease and welcomed.” Syd Fleming, Spa Director
“As a health educator with two decades of experience I can attest to Allan’s competence, content knowledge and, most importantly, rapport with students. Allan has a supportive and open teaching style that enhances the effectiveness of his instruction.” Ron Paik, MPH
“You are very qualified and skilled at what you do. It’s quite impressive.” Herman R. Frazier, Former Director of Athletics, University of Hawaii
“The Program has opened my life to my inner resources and has reduced stress using the techniques….I received an abundance of life tools that have been easy to incorporate into everyday use….I am more mindful of the thoughts and feelings that are in the present and I am less likely to be stressed by past and future thoughts….I enjoyed how well Allan and Roshani worked together and I was impressed with the method and skill when leading meditations and during discussions. Pete Little, Contractor and Raw Foods Educator
“My migraines have been cut in half from once every two weeks to once a month after taking the program.” Anonymous
“I have incorporated meditation into my life. I am less reactive to situations.” Anonymous
“I remain calmer, less anxious, more centered, more non-judgmental, more accepting.” Anonymous
“What I got from the program is the path to live a successful life filled with awareness and joy.” Anonymous
