From the very start of the Foundation Course through to the end of Part III, the training experience with LWDW was educational, probing, enriching, intense and immensely enjoyable. I feel so very grateful to my wonderfully wise and compassionate trainers but also to those with whom I trained and from whom I learnt a great deal, not least of all about myself. It has been one of the most rewarding and valuable experiences. It has left me feeling equally blessed and humbled. Thank you to everyone whom I have met through this wonderful opportunity.

The atmosphere created by the trainers was beyond anything I had ever experienced before : a mixture of kindness, expertise, warmth, a nurturing space where all could be themselves and feel safe, listened to and accepted, on anything from personal death experiences, difficulties with anything death related, spiritual beliefs (or lack of), resistances or fears . I left having forged life long bonds with the other participants, a new family with whom I have kept in touch.

"What a beautifully designed course...I'm feeling rather in awe, the trainers are the most extraordinary of beings, their love and compassion filled the course full, incredible." 

"Excellent energy created by the trainers – very holding and beautiful – really modelling the Doula role."

"Extremely well-structured and well thought through, more than any other training I have done.  Delivered sensitively, openly, thoughtfully and kindly."

"I had complete trust in the people leading me on the process, and creating and holding a very safe, nurturing space in which to learn and grow."

"This course has completely transformed my way of thinking and given me the confidence to support people though death – outstanding – life changing!"

One of the most soul affirming processes a person can go through.
Safe, comfortable online spaces with real thought given to the structure and flow of the content. A joy to be part of. Thank you.

I had wanted to enrol on this course for several years and fortuitously serendipity intervened, and a cancellation came up near to me, at the fabulous Bala Brook Centre on Dartmoor. I grabbed it with both hands and was amply rewarded by both the quality of the trainers and the empathy from my amazing co-students.
The ability to focus on just one subject for several days together, provided an intense learning and development experience. One that I will always remember, and which has enabled me to be brave and have difficult conversations with friends and family. A heartfelt thank you to my trainers and wonderful new friends who shared a beautiful week with me.

That spaces can be created for the sharing of emotions in relation to death and dying that are transformative. This space allows people to understand that the acceptance of death truly is life affirming. This is an experiential journey not a classroom learning experience and our trainers managed that beautifully.

I thought every aspect was excellent, especially what felt like the deep attention and understanding brought to how to bring a group of strangers together in a virtual space and help each one understand expectations, relax, connect and express.

Online Foundation June 2023

Excellent course, having ADHD means I sometimes struggle to stay engaged but the course was probably the best I have ever attended and kept my focus at all times.

Online Foundation June 2023

In the space of five days we travelled so far, shared feelings and experiences and learned much about death and dying. As a group we considered and then crafted the environment that best suited our learning and development in this profound area. Our trainers were strong, supportive and informative, letting us move forward at our own pace and in our own way. The whole experience was extraordinary and I feel very privileged to have been a part of my own particular group and to have shared the course with such wonderful people.

Face to Face Foundation May 2023

The course was wonderful in all ways. The venue was beautiful and totally helped to facilitate the community learning ethos in a peaceful and supportive environment. The trainers were confident, extremely knowledgeable and very helpful. I could tell that they gave 110% to us every day.

Residential Foundation May 2023