From a past participant:

Heartfelt thanks for making space for a beautiful memory. I feel complete and filled up from the life-affirming weekend retreat in Hillsdale. 

Although terrified, I arrived at the prospect of almost three days and three nights with strangers. I felt quickly at my ease in the energy of that beautiful house and its surroundings, the openness, warmth, and humor of my fellow retreaters, and, of course, Bill's strong and gentle presence and his expertise with creating a safe atmosphere. 

The movie title for the weekend would be “Cry Eat Laugh”: Everyone who wanted to be the subject of a Constellation was able to flow in with time, space and reverence. We were all touched deeply by the Field and the magical dynamics of Constellating, whether as subject, representative, or witness. Then we ate, family-style, around a beautiful big table: Delicious food, nature's abundance, washed down with laughter. We entertained ourselves in the evening and learned more about each other with a series of fun parlor games. People flowed in and out of these too. The loving, respectful, and welcoming space withheld throughout the weekend. 

When I tuned in for my morning practice today, I noticed a distinct relaxation in my lower belly. I could access a place that my “less-than,” my “votes of no confidence for me”- my neuroses…previously occupied, and find it open and spacious for the first time I can remember. I feel I have come home. I am indeed grateful. —KC