Testimonials for Natural Learning Rhythms™

This method of learning has prompted me to think & reach beyond my limits. It has helped me understand truly what our children are going through, how they think, and how they feel. It has forced me to go back in time and understand how I felt as a child and that my child is no different.

—Joy & Scott Hlavacek

I now have hope and valuable tools where previously I did not know how to begin improving the situation with my son, Sam. Thanks.

—Kathy Gibbons

The practicality and scientific basis of these teachings are a joy to accept and apply. I really trust this system of child development and EnCompass.

—Maya Dill

"NLR takes into account a wide variety of child development models and helps us to see where we fit into the scheme."  

—Jenny Pessereau

This works! You really can enjoy your children and experience the process of parenting as being a source of joy and self-evolution!

—Miegra Simon, mother and massage therapist

I feel like you’ve given me the keys to the kingdom. My children are benefiting and I am learning to be a better, happier and more appropriate parent. A lot of the stress, work and angst are disappearing. Children are amazing, forgiving, alert and present beings and I am learning so much from them. This way of parenting gives everyone a chance at a good life with their children.

—Hanna Roth

I know I will respond to everyone in my life in different ways now. I have seen the patterns that I operated from and am choosing to take different paths with my new and ever-growing awareness. I am thankful for all the support you have shown over the years. NLR work is very special. 

—Mary Beth Merrett, professional and mother

“Words cannot express how much benefit this workshop has been and continues to be for me, my family and my 7th grade class.” 

—Pat Caverly, Waldorf middle school teacher

“I understand much more clearly what the real needs of my children are....now I can truly nurture them.  The practical tools that I learned in the workshop are so simple yet profoundly effective.” 

—Dean Pollard, Parent of two and Waldorf teacher of Eurhythmy

“At the heart of this approach is a love of children.  As adults we need to reorganize how we think about children.  Here is a program that teaches us to ‘honor the child’ in every interaction...at every moment.  What a gift!” 

—Sherry Hirssig, Waldorf teacher