Testimonials

I have just completed Dao’s 40 day ‘Awakening Morning Meditation and Chanting course’, which began just as the nation went into lockdown.  Initially, I was not entirely sure that I would last the course, given the level of self-discipline and commitment required, particularly in relation to the early start.  I am so glad I persevered.  It provided much-needed routine and an extremely positive start to each day.  To begin with I was reserved when chanting the mantras, feeling outside my comfort zone.  However, as the course progressed, I became increasingly focused and started to appreciate the sounds and vibrations of the chants and mantras which in turn led to a very relaxed state of mind.  I also benefited from the breathing exercises and yoga movements and became more proficient as the days went by.

Of course, the big question is how has this course changed me?  It has certainly made me much more positive and philosophical about life.  The most important lesson I took from the 40 days was to try and live in the ‘here and now,’  accept that there are many aspects of life beyond our control and that it’s better not to angst about them.  Instead, it’s much more worthwhile to dwell on the positives and pleasures, small or large, within our lives.  The practices learnt in the last 40 days provided a range of strategies which will be helpful in coping with challenges that life may present in the future.  Dao’s positivity and enthusiasm for life have been a daily tonic and invaluable during these ‘extraordinary times.’ The Queen in her ‘Corona Virus’ speech to the nation referenced meditation saying,

 ‘Though self-isolating may at times be hard, many people of all faiths, and of none, are discovering that it presents an opportunity to slow down, pause and reflect, in prayer or meditation.’

 I am grateful to Dao that during my 40-day Mantra and Meditation journey I have also had the opportunity to ‘pause and reflect.' 

Sue:

I wanted to thank you for the beautiful yoga session...the room was set up to create a calm and caring atmosphere from the start. Wonderful.

I came mainly because I wanted to experience the gong therapy, which I loved, but I also found the chanting and the singing both grounding and uplifting.

“Dao is a very special and caring person. I have seen the wonderful way that Dao has developed into an amazing healer and will go from strength to strength.”

— Maria

Maria, Director of Health & Safety, Feng Shui Master, Kenisiologist and energy healer: 

Dao came to me about 4 years ago for a treatment and at that time I spoke to her about her powers to show empathy and she also has the gift to heal…I could see that her gift was strong and she was a true Yogi.

Dao has worked effortlessly with such ease and passion in her commitment to help others gain spiritual enlightenment. I have always felt  that to spend time with Dao and basque in her energy is a benefit for everyone.  Her hearty laughter and charm fills the whole room giving a welcome to all those that are around her.

I had a treatment with Dao a few weeks ago, it was relaxing and amazing. We meditated together with my daughter who is 12 years old and the 3 of us made a connection, which I have only felt a few times in my life. I am an energy healer myself and I have to say that Dao’s treatment was planned, focused on the issues I wanted to deal with and left me energised and calm.

I will be having more sessions with Dao online and in person. Dao is a very special and caring person. I have seen the wonderful way that Dao has developed into an amazing healer and will go from strength to strength.

Angelica, 12 years old:

Thank you so very much for treating me and my mum. I really enjoyed it. You are so special to me and it was amazing for you to share this with me. After the treatment, I felt so peaceful and happy! I loved the crystal balls and the whole treatment was so relaxing. The chanting was especially fun and is not something I’ve ever done but would definitely do again! I think you organised everything so well and I would totally do it again!

Rebecca, Social Worker:

I’ve been practicing yoga and meditation for ten years but have struggled to make it part of my routine.  Dao has supported me to engage and enjoy meditation and become part of my life. Dao was on hand to give me support, advice and reassurance to help my practice and learning.

Sue Freeman, Retired history teacher:

I signed up for Dao’s 40-day Awakening Morning Meditation and Chanting course, which began just as the nation went into lockdown. We have just completed day 22 and the course is proving to be a fascinating experience. It has provided much needed routine and to my surprise I am enjoying the early morning start. Although initially sceptical, I have become completely hooked to the daily reading of the Japji, a 30-minute miracle prayer, despite not understanding a word as it is written in -------- The rhythms, sounds, words and vibrations create a calming and spiritual experience which has proved invaluable and helpful in these challenging times.  

The Kundalini Yoga and chanting of mantras, with a focus on breathing techniques have been extremely helpful. I certainly feel calmer and have more energy. The highlight of each session is a period of total relaxation, listening to the extraordinary sounds of the gongs. The experience is difficult to explain in words and really has to be experienced firsthand.  

G, Drama School Student:

I have really enjoyed Dao’s Meditation classes. They have given me a routine start to my day which was much needed during this lockdown period. It has been lovely having a time to myself where I can forget about the outside world, which has been very beneficial. I particularly enjoy the relaxation section with the gongs and the universe cards at the end of some of the sessions.