Client’s Reviews

Client’s Reviews

“Demi creates a sense of calm and trust”

I came to Demi because I was looking to reconnect with and trust my intuition. I noticed that traditional talk therapies were limited to cognitive processes, and I felt disconnected from my body. Although I used to have a strong belief in spirituality, I had become increasingly skeptical over the years. However, after the first session, I felt a significant change in myself and my connection with myself, which also impacted my connection with my environment. My contact with intuition is growing, and this development continues between and after sessions. Exploring unresolved trauma gives me insight, helps me process it, and also restores my connection with my intuition. Many pieces of the puzzle fall into place. I often use the word “magical” to describe what I experience during and through the sessions. Demi creates a sense of calm and trust, so I felt safe diving deep from the beginning to restore my connection with myself.

Immy Auck (online 1:1 session)

“Eduard helped me to see myself from a completely different angle”

Before coming to a retreat, I was rather sceptical. But eventually I had a fantastic week with Eduard at his premises. What really worked for me is one to one honest conversation about issues man face in real life i.e. getting older, career choices, emotional health etc. Eduard took my case personally and helped me to see myself from a completely different angle. I totally recommend Eduard for a person who is stuck or see a change in his life. 

Michael D. (Private Men’s Break Free Retreat)

“Demis knowledge, warm, kindness and openness is visible from the moment you make contact with her”

Hello from Australia! If you are reading this review, wondering if Working with Demi is for you, then THIS is the sign you have been looking for. My 6 days with Demi, and the wonderful other participants was mind changing. I learned so much about myself and inner needs, I learned the power of working alongside other, like minded women and I learned that the life I want, as a woman, as ME, is not just possible, but necessary. I learned that self care, and self love, are not just words, but a way of life. Demis knowledge, warm, kindness and openness is visible from the moment you make contact with her. Did I mention the time available to wander in the beautiful Swedish Forrest, REAL time to rest and recharge, and delicious home cooked meals? Working with Demi is all of that and so much more. I am deeply grateful that I found this retreat and made myself a priority. It is a gift that I will never regret giving myself. Thank you Demi, from the bottom of my heart.

Natasha Starford – Australia

“One of the best experiences of my life.”

Give yourself the gift of a retreat at Anneberg, you will remember it forever. There are so many retreat experiences available these days, and I have tried many myself. I have never found anything like this special place – and more importantly the remarkable people who run it.
Geraldine, Eduard and Demi – and their incredible sanctuary at the Anneberg Retreat Center – are truly amazing.

I stayed for a week in the camper and was guided by Geraldine.

From the moment I booked, I was comforted and relaxed by her clear and helpful communications. Since I was coming all the way from San Francisco, it was so helpful to have her simple and quick guidance on travel information and everything I needed. Upon arriving and meeting Geraldine, it was clear that she glows with a peaceful and compassion-filled spirit. I arrived to Anneberg in deep need of healing after some major challenges in my life took place across the year before my retreat. Geraldine’s presence creates a feeling for you that allows you to completely let go and find the exact type of healing you need for your specific journey. We took each day, one by one – and she would customize the plan based on my energy, what was coming up in the work itself, and her incredible intuition. She has an amazing gift of sensing things that could help, and many things that brought me the deepest relief and healing were little things she offered and thought of based only on her senses. She listens with complete acceptance, and zero judgement.

We did several healing activities including yin yoga, a life journey/collage project, a fire ceremony, inner child work, some card and crystals work, and more. Though it should be noted that nothing ever felt rushed or busy, everything flowed and was very relaxing. I had a lot of time every day for solitude, rest and contemplation. I journaled, walked the grounds, enjoyed the simple pleasures of cooking for myself and listening to music in the camper. I even painted a small canvas that became a treasured keepsake from my special time there.
I also had many lovely chats with Demi and Eduard, and they are just as kind and warm as Geraldine.

It’s also worth a note that we shared some great laughs and playful times as well, it’s not all 100% serious or deep. You can be completely yourself, whether you feel lots of energy or totally exhausted, emotional or logical, they will all be there to make you feel at home and provide what you need.
I believe that if you take a retreat at Anneberg, you will feel truly rejuvenated, and full of life when you depart. And if you are like me, you will be dreaming of the next time you can return.
Sending all my love from California, USA to the whole family

Darianne (7 day healing retreat)

“A beautiful location!”

On arrival we were kindly received by the Family and upon entering it immediately felt like coming home. The bedrooms are nicely decorated and have comfortable beds. A cozy and attractive large living room. A nice kitchen with everything you need.
Shower with two toilets.
The retreat center is a feast for the eyes in the middle of nature.
We enjoyed

Otje de Vries

“I found myself back”

I went to the Center for a 7-day private retreat with the expectation of finding something new, I actually found myself back.

Nature all around will provide the resources for your journey, whether it be physical or spiritual.

Regardless of the answers you are looking for, also be sure that Demi will be your perfect terrestrial guide.

Tina Nguyen (7day retreat)

“Eduard gave me the necessary insights”

With Eduard by my side as a coach, I don’t feel like I’m on my own. With his expertise, he can take a lot of the burden off my shoulders. I have gained much more structure as an entrepreneur and have discovered that there are other, more important values for me than I initially had in mind.

During this week I was brought back down to earth by Eduard. I came back to myself. This gave me the necessary insights, such as: putting myself first and that it is important to keep seeing the bigger picture. I experienced what I really want with my company, what my real goals are. Overall, it has given me a lot of peace of mind.

Jascha Meester (Private Executive Coaching Week and online executive coaching)

“caring & respectful attention”

This was an important week for me. Here I found the perfect place for this retreat I needed for a long time. Geraldine´s care and respectful attention has brought me long time healing.

Thank you so much Geraldine!

I now leave more mindful, enlightened and anchored. While I now carry something of the forest energy with me, I hope this place of rest and connection can always be a place of peace an care for you.

Adrien (private healing retreat)

“A magical place”

This magical place has everything you need to fully recharge yourself. Nature and the forests literally make you feel at peace.

The center is fully equipped. Beautiful and attractively furnished bedrooms, the living room is beautifully bright with comfortable seating and a large dining table. The jewel in this room is a beautiful large pizza oven.

Anneberg is located in the middle of the Swedish forests where you can walk endlessly without meeting anyone. The lakes are beautiful and great for swimming.

The family has created a wonderful place where you can come home to yourself in peace and stillness.

Laila

“It was like magic”

“This retreat was very meaningful for me. Now three weeks after the retreat I can say: I am doing FINE. Very much has changed for me. I feel PEACEFUL every day since then. It was like “magic” for me. It was like staying in a prison cell, searching for the key – and finally FIND THE KEY to the door – being able to open the door and step into freedom. Many situations in everyday life has been completely different afterwards. I am how I am now, I don’t have to pretend and try to fit in – I can just be myself. That is very different from the way I have been before. The retreat was really important and meaningful for me! Thanks, a lot Geraldine”!

Kristin (private silence retreat)

“I leave happier, healthier and wiser”

Arriving here there was five cm of snow on the ground and close to zero degrees. But then came the rain and washed away the snow, and was followed by some lovely spring days with temperatures op to eighteen degrees:). Feel this also reflects my personal transformation during my stay at Geraldine´s silence retreat at Anneberg.  I leave happier, healthier and wiser! Thanks for making it possible!!

Egil (7 day silence retreat)

“Grateful for your support & wisdom”

Dear Geraldine & Eduard,

What you have created here, nestled in the woods, is truly magical and chanting. The caravan provided the perfect sanctuary, giving us the time and space we need to forge a new path for our future. The woods with their symphony of birdsongs, offered us some of the most peaceful an rejuvenating days we´ve ever experienced. Of course, none of this would have had such a profound impact without your guidance and healing. Your sessions helped us navigate our relationship and career decisions with clarity and compassion. We are deeply grateful for your support and wisdom. 

Thank you both, from the bottom of our hearts. Your sanctuary in the woods will always held a special place in our memories as a  starting point for this new chapter in our lives! 

Reshma (7 day couple retreat)

“One of the best experiences we ever had”

We came to Geraldine and Eduard wanting to gain clarity and ease before stepping into a new phase of our lives. Although we had made the decision to quit the security of a stable job at a big company, we were feeling anxious and uncomfortable to move forward. Geraldine and Eduard supported us both individually and together in identifying our blockages and in resolving them, which created a better awareness of what was holding us back and improved our understanding of each other. We loved that it was a tailored experience specific to our needs which unfolded as we spent our days at Anneberg retreat center in pristine peaceful nature.

This was one of the best experiences we ever had, We discovered a new way of being and are excited about our future!

Kunal (7 day couple retreat)

“A great transformative week”

I came for a silence retreat with Geraldine at Anneberg and it was such a great transformative week. The sanctuary you have created here really provided the setting I needed for things to unfold on the inside. 

My time here has truly brought me to new depths and heights within me. I am sure this place will provide the same for so many others on their paths.

Thank you so much for your warm heartiness wisdom and open arms. I will take so much calm, peace, insight and trust in life with me from here, and leave lots if other things behind. Thanks!!

Vincent (7 day silence retreat)

“silence & Stillness”

The retreat in Anneberg made everything slow down for a moment. By spending time in silence, alone with myself, I could experience myself and everything around me even more.

This place and the forest allowed me to stop and just be. Silence and stillness. Something that will stay with me.

I’m truly grateful for that. Thank you Geraldine!!!

Mariusz (7 day silence retreat)

“Rediscovering my unique path”

“It was quite a journey for me, both to a beautiful part of Sweden and toward that pure connection. You taught me to take steps again and rediscover my unique path. You nourished me with theories and showed me a way filled with new challenges.

I look back on such beautiful days where I got to step away from the life I was living 😊 and you gave me a glimpse of a life that can be lived. For the first time in ages, I finished a book -the one you recommended- and even that brought me fresh inspiration.

Eduard, as you observed, I’m leaving here with a different feeling than when I arrived, and I will cherish these seven days as a treasured memory.

Brecht (Private Men’s break free retreat)

“Unique experience”

Geraldine, thanks for doing this and setting up this unique experience! I found what I needed and had been looking for, and now I am looking forward to upcoming experiences and the opportunities to growth.

With love

Ugur (silence retreat)

“one of my Best spirituel experiences”

Dear Geraldine,

My solo silent meditation retreat at your wonderful place was one of the best spiritual experiences in my life.

Many thanks for making it possible to have a proper silent retreat. I appreciate your care and support.

Love Egor (silence retreat)

“Geraldine is always so warm and comforting”

I am not quite sure what to say. This week was not what I imagined. I came in thinking my problems and issues were so big, I could never get over them. But after just a few sessions during my retreat, everything seemed different.

Geraldine is like the kind of woman whom everyone loves. She is always so warm and comforting.

Thanks for everything!

Dana (private healing retreat)

“thank you for holding space”

Geraldine,

Thank you for holding the space and time for me to heal. I truly enjoyed my time here and I leave with so much clarity!

This journey wasn´t so much about becoming anything. It was about unbecoming all that isn´t me, so I can become who I´m meant to be.

Thank you!

Vanessa (private healing retreat)

“Feeling at one with nature”

Dear Geraldine and Eduard

Where should I begin… I arrived here and had to shed a tear. What a beautiful place. It was a bit overwhelming for me. You can truly feel the peace, the silence, and the sense that you can simply BE, surrounded by nature. Feeling at one with NATURE. A place where you have created something wonderful, both for yourselves and for others. I am proud of you! We’ve had a few beautiful and meaningful days together! I am grateful to have experienced this; everything was just perfect!

Love Carolline

“It´s a place you want to return to”

Dear Geraldine and Eduard,

What a beautiful place to be. The peace, the space, and the weather were overwhelming. A stunning retreat center! Everything is so wonderfully coordinated. Nothing but praise for you and all the work done with so much love. These were a few valuable days for us! Thank you for your warm hospitality. It’s a place you want to return to. We enjoyed every moment!

Love Gretha and Fokke

“I feel so much lighter, more confident and happy”

Dear Geraldine,

Thank you for this amazing week. I have truly felt a sense of peace in this wonderful place of yours.
During this week, I had the time, space, and quiet to let go of stress, gain new insights about meditation, yoga, and, most importantly, myself. I also deeply enjoyed the fire ceremony, which allowed me to release what no longer serves me and share my heartfelt letter with the group.
This week has truly helped me reconnect with who I am and embrace the exciting challenges that lie ahead.
Thank you for helping me feel so much lighter, more confident, and happy!

Lots of love, Megan (women winter retreat)

“I feel blessed with a deep inner peace”

Dear Geraldine,

Thank you for providing such a wonderful space, both physically and mentally, for this past week. It’s something I will always hold close to my heart.
This retreat gave me the much-needed time and space to reflect, and I’m leaving with so much energy, inspiration, motivation, and insights for the year ahead. At the same time, I feel incredibly blessed with a deep inner peace, which was my main intention for this retreat.
The balance was perfect, a mix of time to spend freely on my own, shared activities, dedicated moments for reflection, and plenty of rest.
Thank you so much for this incredible experience! I will always cherish it.

All the best, Victoria (women winter retreat)

“This retreat was exactly what I needed”

Geraldine,

It’s time to leave this beautiful and peaceful place. I really enjoyed spending a week here, and the retreat was exactly what I needed. It was wonderful to have so much peace and time for myself, as well as engaging and enjoyable group activities. I even picked up some new tools along the way!

I also loved the food—it was delicious every single time—and I appreciated the wide selection for breakfast and snacks. So thoughtful!

I definitely hope to come back someday. Maybe for another retreat, or perhaps just to spend a few quiet days working here. I can absolutely see myself doing that!

Warm regards and thank you so much!

Marian (women winter retreat)

“I felt safe, nurtured, loved and seen “

Dearest Geraldine,

No words can truly express how grateful I am to you and for the retreat oasis you and your family have created. From the moment I arrived, I felt at home—perhaps for the very first time in my life. It truly felt as though the Universe brought me here, to you.

It’s clear that so much love, thought, and care went into creating your vision for the Anneberg Retreat Center. The interior décor, the cozy and warm atmosphere, the thoughtful layout, and the serene location all came together to create a true sanctuary for me. I felt safe, nurtured, loved, and seen.

During my time here, I connected with my inner child and embraced my feminine energy. By opening myself to this experience, I unlocked countless insights and breakthroughs. I feel reborn and awakened. You helped me tear down so many walls and open my heart to the possibilities ahead.

Thank you for being the catalyst for this profound turning point in my life. I will be forever grateful to you, and I hope our paths and spirits cross again one day.

Mona (silence retreat)