Testimonials
Over 99% of all Delight participants have said Amy's programs exceeded their expectations.
"Amazing! A beautiful retreat for body, soul, and mind! I wish I could have stayed all day! Everyone needs this!" ~ Mona Matwoni, Lawyer, San Francisco
"This was my first time doing meditation and yoga, two things not in my wheelhouse. But Amy does a fabulous job of making even a beginner feel comfortable. I felt at home, relaxed and comfortable. It was very enjoyable and it was great to be able to share this with my wife, who has done these programs before. I left feeling fulfilled, empowered, energized and calm." ~ Bill Keane Oakland CA, Partner, Law Firm, San Francisco (Feedback from Couple's Retreat)
"Months after the retreat, the insights I gained from the writing exercises are still helping me fine tune and focus on my life goals." ~ Kristin Donoghue, Author, San Francisco
"The time was amazing. You created a space for exploration and meditation that is not easy to come by these days!" ~ Jenn Beverage, Product Manager, The Ken Blanchard Company, San Francisco
"Delight for the Soul is simply something everyone should incorporate into their quarterly, self maintenance schedules. In today's fast paced and high demand climate, it is difficult at best for most of us to take the time we need individually to decompress and recuperate, as we frantically transition from hectic work schedules to our priorities at home with our families. However, we all know that we cannot give our best unless we take care of ourselves first. Amy Tirion and her Delight for the Soul experience holds the patent on connecting mind, body and soul in only a few hours, opening the way for greater clarity, focus, peace of mind and joy. And it is so much fun! Indulge yourselves! "
~ Kelli Millette, IBM Client Executive, Mill Valley
"I attended a luncheon with a friend, walking in with no expectations and never having heard of Amy or her program. Five minutes into her speech, I felt like Amy was talking directly to me. I work at a start-up company, where we are constantly being pushed to do more and more, and this mentality has trickled into my personal life to the point that I never feel that I'm doing enough. It's exhausting. After listening to Amy for 30 minutes, I truly realized I needed to make a change in my life. I took notes and reviewed them when I got home, vowing to make changes in my life to allow for balance, joy, and contentment again. All this I got from a 30 minute group program Amy did, so I can only imagine the renewal and restoration one must feel from one of her retreats! I hope to experience it for myself one day." ~ Laura Antipov, Scientist (at a start-up pharmaceutical company), San Francisco, CA
"My wife and I just went to a Sonoma spa retreat. While it was a beautiful serene setting, I really did not get energized like I did from your retreat. The spa was just a leisure way to spend time but it didn't revitalize me like the mental renewal I received from the Delight workshop!" ~ Steve Pelaez, Managing Partner, Channel Build Solutions“Fantastic! I wish it was longer. Loved the pace and the food. Instruction was perfect!!” ~ Misty Rea, Reno NV, Director of Nanny Services of Nevada
"Just lovely! Lunch was awesome! What a great experience for moms and women to come together and share. I left feeling inspired and ready to focus more on my insides . . . my feelings, my dreams, my desires . . . and to look at situations of my life differently, to better fulfill myself, and in turn, my family." ~ April Porretta, Sacramento, CA
“Last month I invited 3 friends to attend a retreat with Amy. We had a lovely day. They all really appreciated this way to take a break from our routines and to share an experience. It was a gift that wasn't material but instead something for the soul. The best part is that as the giver I got something meaningful as well: time with 3 people I adore.” ~ Christine Mattsson, Style Consultant, Berkeley, CA
"This more than exceeded my expectations! The yoga poses and stretches were great.
The art was so much fun. I felt like a kid again. And the salad...mmm! It was wonderful!" ~ Michelle Nettesheim, Lawyer, San Francisco
“Excellent! All the activities were things I never do; and it felt calming and empowering to allow myself to enjoy them and share them with other women trying to do the same.” ~ Yianna, Walnut Creek, CA
"Loved it! Loved the atmosphere, the pace, the food, the encouragement, the empowerment. It was a non intimidating environment ~ peaceful and transforming. Amy is so talented and really offers so much to empower and inspire women!" ~ Kara Lind, Founder of Kara's Cupcakes San Francisco
“It was truly wonderful. Thank you for making us comfortable and attend to every detail. The Salad . . . Wow!! You are a gifted facilitator. Thank you Amy.” ~ Kimberely Meredith, Senior HR Manager, Oakland
“I just celebrated my birthday with Amy and five wonderful girlfriends and it was definitely one of my most memorable birthdays. We spoke about joy, gratitude, being in the moment, all things that are hard to remember as moms, wives, school volunteers, business women, etc... The combination of all the activities, the great food and conversation was so uplifting! I planned a birthday retreat because I had attended a Delight Mother's Day retreat and really started to miss the experience. It was such a meaningful way to celebrate. I highly recommend it!! Thank you Amy. I cannot wait to come back again!" ~ Susannah Sallin, Search Consultant to Non-Profits and Social Entrepreneurs, San Carlos, CA
“Awesome! So joyful! I left with some great personal insights. I loved everything about this retreat . . . just wish there was more time! I Love Amy’s energy! What an amazing experience that within 5 minutes I had tears - a powerful release of my pent up tension and emotions. This created a huge space in my heart in which to receive joy and all the offerings that were waiting to enter my life. I am inspired to continue allowing this space to exist and I look forward to attending another retreat soon!” ~ Adrienne Grechman, Kentfield Stella & Dot Personal Stylist and Founder, President of Lift (non profit to lift girls out of the despair of human trafficking)
“I really needed this! It really helped me decompress. It makes me want to do it every month!” ~ Missy, San Francisco
“This retreat was very, very relaxing and freeing. It raised my awareness and I left feeling restored and empowered.” ~ Jennifer Tobiason, San Francisco
"I didn't think the retreat could be so effective in such a short period of time and it was. The restorative yoga was amazing!" ~ Reverend Beth Kelly, San Francisco
" I really needed the quiet, reflective time. I really enjoyed the yoga and surprisingly the art session too, especially since I've never considered myself an artist!" ~ Keli Gaines, Sr. Program Manager, HR San Jose
"The yoga and massage were heavenly!" ~ Kelly McCarthy, Artist San Francisco
"I just loved the writing exercises! I felt a shift and it was wonderful." ~Susan Crown, Community Volunteer
"This was a great experience! The combination of physical, mental, and emotional release was wonderful. Thank you! I will be back."
"Thanks for helping me chill and stretch and breathe, relax, play and vision. I feel good! You have created a magical combination of many things women need and love.” ~ Jill Wharton, Vice President, T. Rowe Price San Francisco
“This experience is always a space I look forward to. It is relaxing, eye-opening, fantastic! I love the atmosphere, the yoga and the treats. Amy is a wonderful facilitator. She is inspiring, positive and makes me feel so well taken care of and cared for.” ~ Kristina Bunger, Information and Cultural Officer, Consulate General of Sweden, San Francisco
“Attending Amy's program was a surprising gift to myself! As a working wife and mother with little time for myself, Delight for the Soul invited me into a treasured little world to talk with other fabulous woman, dust off areas of my life I've shelved, and simply have fun and play. I wish it could go on forever. I discovered a new love-- painting on canvas and walked away reminded about the simple pleasures in life and my own ability to carve out time to enjoy them. Thank you Amy!” ~ Jenna Miller, Remodel Consultant & Interior Stylist, San Francisco
“During this retreat, I found myself thinking and acting differently - I said YES to joy! I was kinder to myself. And I felt the energy and satisfaction of trying something new, which I haven’t felt in so long!” ~ Christy Abele, Novato
“I arrived in my stressed, depleted state and quickly moved to a place of energy and pleasure. I couldn't have made this shift without Amy providing the space and the path for me. It was fun! It was satisfying. It restored me. Thank you for this true retreat from daily life.” ~ Amy Romano, Territory Manager, Cooper Surgical, San Francisco
Amy's Delight for the Soul mini-retreat is something every woman should experience in their life; in a perfectly indulgent life it'd be on a daily basis! It's a wonderful combination of self reflection, exploration & restoration while being nurtured & pampered, and concludes with an outlet for playfully expressing yourself. I feel empowered and inspired to continue discovering my deeper soul, and Amy is the warmest & most comfortable soul to be orchestrating such a retreat!” ~ Erin Dunham, San Francisco
“I had an absolutely wonderful day at Amy's retreat. I was so relaxed and refreshed. It was filled with many beautiful, creative touches. I truly recommend it to anyone busy who finds it hard to make space for herself.”
~ Jen Tobiason, San Francisco
"I just loved being in silence surrounded by women. Feminine energy is so empowering and makes me happy!" ~ Sari Velten, Hillsborough
"This experience was a 10 out of 10! Coming to you is a meld/combo of all my favorite things. It feels like going to your best friends house and her pampering you, it feels like your mother caring for you, it feels like God caring for you....ummmm. From the moment I arrive and take my shoes off, my cares are lifted away. Nothing is expected of me. Perfect blend of body work, spiritual work, mind play, and art play. With amazing music and nourishing delicious food. Truly a delight for the soul.” ~ Jaime Foster Lindauer, CEO Lindauer Family Farms
“You are a great public speaker. Thank you for sharing your stories!” ~ Anonymous
"I wanted to write and thank you for the presentation that you gave to our group in May, and tell you how much I enjoyed it. A number of the things you spoke of really resonated with me, and weeks later I find myself thinking back on them again and again. Thanks again for the inspiration!" ~ Leslie Keats, Graphic Design, San Francisco
"I came in a bundle of stress and now I feel utterly calm, relaxed and at peace. I loved the setting with the fireplace! " ~ Saraya, Realtor, Lafayette CA
“Thank you for creating a space for connecting back with myself and my source. I very much needed this space and was deeply nurtured by it. It was wonderful! I hope more women discover this resource.” ~ Daneen Akers, San Francisco, Writer/ Producer
"This was my first time doing meditation and yoga, two things not in my wheelhouse. But Amy does a fabulous job of making even a beginner feel comfortable. I felt at home, relaxed and comfortable. It was very enjoyable and it was great to be able to share this with my wife, who has done these programs before. I left feeling fulfilled, empowered, energized and calm." ~ Bill Keane Oakland CA, Partner, Law Firm, San Francisco (Feedback from Couple's Retreat)
"Months after the retreat, the insights I gained from the writing exercises are still helping me fine tune and focus on my life goals." ~ Kristin Donoghue, Author, San Francisco
"The time was amazing. You created a space for exploration and meditation that is not easy to come by these days!" ~ Jenn Beverage, Product Manager, The Ken Blanchard Company, San Francisco
"Delight for the Soul is simply something everyone should incorporate into their quarterly, self maintenance schedules. In today's fast paced and high demand climate, it is difficult at best for most of us to take the time we need individually to decompress and recuperate, as we frantically transition from hectic work schedules to our priorities at home with our families. However, we all know that we cannot give our best unless we take care of ourselves first. Amy Tirion and her Delight for the Soul experience holds the patent on connecting mind, body and soul in only a few hours, opening the way for greater clarity, focus, peace of mind and joy. And it is so much fun! Indulge yourselves! "
~ Kelli Millette, IBM Client Executive, Mill Valley
"I attended a luncheon with a friend, walking in with no expectations and never having heard of Amy or her program. Five minutes into her speech, I felt like Amy was talking directly to me. I work at a start-up company, where we are constantly being pushed to do more and more, and this mentality has trickled into my personal life to the point that I never feel that I'm doing enough. It's exhausting. After listening to Amy for 30 minutes, I truly realized I needed to make a change in my life. I took notes and reviewed them when I got home, vowing to make changes in my life to allow for balance, joy, and contentment again. All this I got from a 30 minute group program Amy did, so I can only imagine the renewal and restoration one must feel from one of her retreats! I hope to experience it for myself one day." ~ Laura Antipov, Scientist (at a start-up pharmaceutical company), San Francisco, CA
"My wife and I just went to a Sonoma spa retreat. While it was a beautiful serene setting, I really did not get energized like I did from your retreat. The spa was just a leisure way to spend time but it didn't revitalize me like the mental renewal I received from the Delight workshop!" ~ Steve Pelaez, Managing Partner, Channel Build Solutions“Fantastic! I wish it was longer. Loved the pace and the food. Instruction was perfect!!” ~ Misty Rea, Reno NV, Director of Nanny Services of Nevada
"Just lovely! Lunch was awesome! What a great experience for moms and women to come together and share. I left feeling inspired and ready to focus more on my insides . . . my feelings, my dreams, my desires . . . and to look at situations of my life differently, to better fulfill myself, and in turn, my family." ~ April Porretta, Sacramento, CA
“Last month I invited 3 friends to attend a retreat with Amy. We had a lovely day. They all really appreciated this way to take a break from our routines and to share an experience. It was a gift that wasn't material but instead something for the soul. The best part is that as the giver I got something meaningful as well: time with 3 people I adore.” ~ Christine Mattsson, Style Consultant, Berkeley, CA
"This more than exceeded my expectations! The yoga poses and stretches were great.
The art was so much fun. I felt like a kid again. And the salad...mmm! It was wonderful!" ~ Michelle Nettesheim, Lawyer, San Francisco
“Excellent! All the activities were things I never do; and it felt calming and empowering to allow myself to enjoy them and share them with other women trying to do the same.” ~ Yianna, Walnut Creek, CA
"Loved it! Loved the atmosphere, the pace, the food, the encouragement, the empowerment. It was a non intimidating environment ~ peaceful and transforming. Amy is so talented and really offers so much to empower and inspire women!" ~ Kara Lind, Founder of Kara's Cupcakes San Francisco
“It was truly wonderful. Thank you for making us comfortable and attend to every detail. The Salad . . . Wow!! You are a gifted facilitator. Thank you Amy.” ~ Kimberely Meredith, Senior HR Manager, Oakland
“I just celebrated my birthday with Amy and five wonderful girlfriends and it was definitely one of my most memorable birthdays. We spoke about joy, gratitude, being in the moment, all things that are hard to remember as moms, wives, school volunteers, business women, etc... The combination of all the activities, the great food and conversation was so uplifting! I planned a birthday retreat because I had attended a Delight Mother's Day retreat and really started to miss the experience. It was such a meaningful way to celebrate. I highly recommend it!! Thank you Amy. I cannot wait to come back again!" ~ Susannah Sallin, Search Consultant to Non-Profits and Social Entrepreneurs, San Carlos, CA
“Awesome! So joyful! I left with some great personal insights. I loved everything about this retreat . . . just wish there was more time! I Love Amy’s energy! What an amazing experience that within 5 minutes I had tears - a powerful release of my pent up tension and emotions. This created a huge space in my heart in which to receive joy and all the offerings that were waiting to enter my life. I am inspired to continue allowing this space to exist and I look forward to attending another retreat soon!” ~ Adrienne Grechman, Kentfield Stella & Dot Personal Stylist and Founder, President of Lift (non profit to lift girls out of the despair of human trafficking)
“I really needed this! It really helped me decompress. It makes me want to do it every month!” ~ Missy, San Francisco
“This retreat was very, very relaxing and freeing. It raised my awareness and I left feeling restored and empowered.” ~ Jennifer Tobiason, San Francisco
"I didn't think the retreat could be so effective in such a short period of time and it was. The restorative yoga was amazing!" ~ Reverend Beth Kelly, San Francisco
" I really needed the quiet, reflective time. I really enjoyed the yoga and surprisingly the art session too, especially since I've never considered myself an artist!" ~ Keli Gaines, Sr. Program Manager, HR San Jose
"The yoga and massage were heavenly!" ~ Kelly McCarthy, Artist San Francisco
"I just loved the writing exercises! I felt a shift and it was wonderful." ~Susan Crown, Community Volunteer
"This was a great experience! The combination of physical, mental, and emotional release was wonderful. Thank you! I will be back."
"Thanks for helping me chill and stretch and breathe, relax, play and vision. I feel good! You have created a magical combination of many things women need and love.” ~ Jill Wharton, Vice President, T. Rowe Price San Francisco
“This experience is always a space I look forward to. It is relaxing, eye-opening, fantastic! I love the atmosphere, the yoga and the treats. Amy is a wonderful facilitator. She is inspiring, positive and makes me feel so well taken care of and cared for.” ~ Kristina Bunger, Information and Cultural Officer, Consulate General of Sweden, San Francisco
“Attending Amy's program was a surprising gift to myself! As a working wife and mother with little time for myself, Delight for the Soul invited me into a treasured little world to talk with other fabulous woman, dust off areas of my life I've shelved, and simply have fun and play. I wish it could go on forever. I discovered a new love-- painting on canvas and walked away reminded about the simple pleasures in life and my own ability to carve out time to enjoy them. Thank you Amy!” ~ Jenna Miller, Remodel Consultant & Interior Stylist, San Francisco
“During this retreat, I found myself thinking and acting differently - I said YES to joy! I was kinder to myself. And I felt the energy and satisfaction of trying something new, which I haven’t felt in so long!” ~ Christy Abele, Novato
“I arrived in my stressed, depleted state and quickly moved to a place of energy and pleasure. I couldn't have made this shift without Amy providing the space and the path for me. It was fun! It was satisfying. It restored me. Thank you for this true retreat from daily life.” ~ Amy Romano, Territory Manager, Cooper Surgical, San Francisco
Amy's Delight for the Soul mini-retreat is something every woman should experience in their life; in a perfectly indulgent life it'd be on a daily basis! It's a wonderful combination of self reflection, exploration & restoration while being nurtured & pampered, and concludes with an outlet for playfully expressing yourself. I feel empowered and inspired to continue discovering my deeper soul, and Amy is the warmest & most comfortable soul to be orchestrating such a retreat!” ~ Erin Dunham, San Francisco
“I had an absolutely wonderful day at Amy's retreat. I was so relaxed and refreshed. It was filled with many beautiful, creative touches. I truly recommend it to anyone busy who finds it hard to make space for herself.”
~ Jen Tobiason, San Francisco
"I just loved being in silence surrounded by women. Feminine energy is so empowering and makes me happy!" ~ Sari Velten, Hillsborough
"This experience was a 10 out of 10! Coming to you is a meld/combo of all my favorite things. It feels like going to your best friends house and her pampering you, it feels like your mother caring for you, it feels like God caring for you....ummmm. From the moment I arrive and take my shoes off, my cares are lifted away. Nothing is expected of me. Perfect blend of body work, spiritual work, mind play, and art play. With amazing music and nourishing delicious food. Truly a delight for the soul.” ~ Jaime Foster Lindauer, CEO Lindauer Family Farms
“You are a great public speaker. Thank you for sharing your stories!” ~ Anonymous
"I wanted to write and thank you for the presentation that you gave to our group in May, and tell you how much I enjoyed it. A number of the things you spoke of really resonated with me, and weeks later I find myself thinking back on them again and again. Thanks again for the inspiration!" ~ Leslie Keats, Graphic Design, San Francisco
"I came in a bundle of stress and now I feel utterly calm, relaxed and at peace. I loved the setting with the fireplace! " ~ Saraya, Realtor, Lafayette CA
“Thank you for creating a space for connecting back with myself and my source. I very much needed this space and was deeply nurtured by it. It was wonderful! I hope more women discover this resource.” ~ Daneen Akers, San Francisco, Writer/ Producer
