Shanti Community
One of the core essences of Shanti Cinta is community. Since beginning this journey, I have connected with the most incredible, inspiring, and beautiful humans who I bow down to and thank with all my heart. This path would not be possible without you.
Here are some heartfelt words from the Shanti Cinta community.
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Star, you have truly changed my life. I’m not saying that lightly. Something real and deep has shifted inside me. I’m still trying to find the right words (I just get so emotional when I talk about it), but my heart has been filled with an infinite amount of love that will honestly stay with me forever—and that’s something I definitely do know. “If only people had more courage to live a life they want, rather than a life that is expected of them.” Lately, I’ve come to realize how incredible life really is—even with the pain, struggles, heartbreak, and grief we all have to face. Detoxing from the world for a while makes you understand this so deeply. This retreat held so much beauty in the tiniest things—holding hands in ceremony, sharing tears over herbal tea, belly laughter under the moon (the northern lights, as Tilda would say). Crying, laughing, sharing stories over beautiful food made with love, diving into the ocean at 6am, singing our hearts out wrapped in blankets, dancing our mornings away. It was deep. It was healing. And it was damn right beautiful. Love is really what we—and the world—need. Thank you to every woman who sat beside me, saw me, held me, listened to me, hugged me, comforted me, and allowed themselves to be seen too. You’ve imprinted something on my heart that I will never, ever forget. Sisters for life. You’re all stuck with Jord now. And @shanticinta, if I become even half the woman you are as I take this journey, I will be immensely proud. Thank you for walking into my life and helping me understand the real meaning of this beautiful life we get to live. I love you sisters & this little life.
Jord | Transformative Women’s Retreat, Cornwall | Spring 2025
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The Transformation Retreat with Star truly lived up to its name. Love rippled through every detail - in meals we shared, the space, the warmth people gathered, the energy. It was more than beautiful; it was healing. There are plenty of retreats out there, but there’s only one Star. She quietly led us through it all with such care, creating a space where we could really drop in — to ourselves and to each other. I’ve never felt connection like that before. If you’re feeling a little lost, out of step, or just in need of something real — this is your invitation. Trust it. Jump in. It just might change everything.
Ali | Transformative Women’s Retreat, Cornwall | Spring 2025
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Sitting here thinking about what to write in my review as I want my review to give Stars retreat the justice it deserves . I genuinely don’t feel there are the words to describe it but I’ll do my best so here goes. My first thoughts were very clear and simple, Stars retreat was genuinely special and full of love. What I experienced here and the Women I meet will forever hold a special place in my heart. Star herself has a beautiful energy, warm, calming, happy,loving and you can’t help but be drawn to her. Star has created a magical retreat where you have a real sense of time slowing down as you slowly sink into the stillness of your surroundings. Star has created a scared space in which you feel safe enough to be able to open up and be honest. To let yourself be vulnerable, raw, let go of all your inhibitions and just immerse yourself in the whole experience. Prior to coming on the retreat , I was in a really dark place emotionally. I had completely closed myself off and devoid of any emotions. I felt so disconnected from myself and from my life. I felt hopelessly lost and was crying out to the universe for help. The universe heard my cries and lead me to Star and the Sisterhood ,where I felt nothing but love and a deep connection without judgment or fear. I let down my walls, let my cold icy exterior melt away and immersed myself in the whole experience and everything Star had to offer. I had never done anything like this before so this was a big deal for me and it’s also now something I’m incredibly proud of myself for doing. I had some truly profound moments and released emotions that I didn’t even know I was holding onto. This allowed me to let go of what was not mine to keep, reconnect with myself and my emotions. Day by day I could visible see and feel myself getting lighter, happier, freer and enjoying life again. And most importantly I felt love again and a true connection to the Women I had only meet a few days ago. The women I’d experienced so much with already, cried with, laughed with, danced with, roared with, felt joy with, felt understood by, held by and loved by. I left feeling like a whole new person, I had clarity and purpose again and a new lust for life. I no longer wanted to hide away, go unseen and sleep walk through my life. I want to been seen again, I want to get back out into world, experience everything life has to offer and follow my dreams. I want to help spread the Love like my sister have shown me. My favourite Star quote will always be “ People don’t need help they need Love” . If you are reading this review please don’t take me word for it, book it and experience it for yourself, you won’t regret it. I hope to be back one day. I am eternally grateful to Star and what she has done for me, your truly the most brightest and most beautiful Star in the universe. Keep shining your love upon the world.
Karen | Transformative Women’s Retreat, Cornwall | Spring 2025
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It will be a challenge to convey and capture in words just how incredible my experience at the Shanti Cinta retreat was and how blessed and thankful I am to Star for it, but I will give it a good go… It’s been over two weeks since the retreat and I am constantly reflecting on it and I feel a deep sense of connection to the beautiful women I met. I’m still feeling renewed, moved and awakened from my experience, with a much greater awareness of self and a feeling of warmth and deep love that I hope will stay with me forever. Star curated the most beautiful retreat, in magical and breathtaking surrounds. It was filled with love, warmth, emotion, togetherness, spirituality and friendship and I feel incredibly lucky that I got to experience it all, without realising just how much I needed it! I wasn’t sure what to expect, but it felt like coming home, being held with love and care and it’s the closest feeling I’ve had to being mothered since losing my mum. Star helped me to open my heart and allowed me to be vulnerable and process feelings and emotions, which I didn’t realise had got stuck or I had pushed down - it has helped soothe my soul, whilst providing enormous clarity and understanding of myself. The retreat had a natural relaxed flow to it. There were healing circles, music, singing, dancing, yoga, laughter, tears, wonderful nourishing food, walks, swims, conversations beside the fire and soooo so much more! I couldn’t recommend it enough. Go go go! Thank you again Star, with all my heart!
Sara | Transformative Women’s Retreat, Cornwall | Autumn 2024
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Wow. My heart feels so full, and I'm honestly struggling to put into words just how transformative and magical the retreat has been. From beginning to end, the space Star created, felt like a sacred haven, like a soft, loving embrace that gently held every part of me. I was hesitant to go and had so many moments where I could’ve pulled out, but I felt the attraction, so set the challenge in my head that I would go, and even if I didn’t enjoy it I would at least experience a nice weekend away in Cornwall. But I was so wrong, what I left with was sooo much more – a profound sense of healing, connection, and inner peace that I didn’t even know I needed. Star, you are truly a light in this world. The love, intention, and care you pour into every detail, every moment, was felt deeply by all of us. You proceeded to go above and beyond! Firstly the location was just magical! The house, the chapel, the yurt, the kitchen, the land itself all had such a special, unique feel to it. Then the gift bags at the start, the peaceful spaces you crafted for reflection and solitude, to the hand written notes for each and every one of us upon our departure; every piece of this retreat felt like it was infused with your spirit. You have this incredible gift of making people feel seen, safe, and whole. Being in your presence is an invitation to be completely, unapologetically myself. You’ve created a space where every part of me felt welcome – the laughter, the tears, the vulnerability, the joy. It’s rare to feel this held, this understood, and this loved. I’m so lucky to have have you in my life! Throughout the weekend, I experienced so many emotions on such a deep level and I really allowed myself to go within and ask “what do I want of my life.” The moments of calm and reflection forced me to feel everything rather than mask my emotions with distractions. I felt layers of anxiety and worry just slowly become smaller and smaller. The practices you led – from heart-opening yin yoga and quiet meditations in the chapel to shaking and dancing in the yurt – were transformative in ways I could have never anticipated. And I still don’t think I have the words to explain what was felt in your circles… Your words seemed to reach directly into my heart, making me reevaluate my purpose and reminding me of how amazing I am just by being me. I felt a deep reconnection with myself, a lightness and clarity that I haven’t felt in a while. With every day, every breath, every move, every pause felt like a step back toward my true self. The people you gathered were equally as amazing. We all came as strangers but left feeling like family, and that’s because of you, Star. You created a space where everyone felt safe to be open, honest, and vulnerable. The conversations we shared, the stories we opened up about – it was so healing to be able to connect so deeply, without fear of judgment. I will carry these connections and memories with me forever. And of course, I cannot thank you enough for introducing us to Terry and Anthony, who fed and nourished us so beautifully. Every meal felt like an extension of this love and care, filled with warmth and flavors. Star, thank you from the bottom of my heart. This weekend was so much more than a retreat; it was a soul-deep reminder of what it feels like to be fully alive, fully connected, and fully loved. I left with a heart overflowing with gratitude, with new friendships, and with a renewed sense of peace and purpose. You have a gift beyond words, and I am endlessly grateful to have experienced it. I am so, so thankful for you, for your light, and for this sacred space you have created.
Cadi | Transformative Women’s Retreat, Cornwall | Autumn 2024
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No words can suffice for the experience I've just shared at this weekends retreat in Cornwall with Shanti Cinta. Star has a special ability to hold space that is so sacred and special. It is truly a gift she has. A safe space for women of all ages and backgrounds with very different stories to feel safe enough to open their hearts, to be vulnerable, raw, and honest at a soul level. Bravery beyond words for women to be so truthful, to face any pain and to grow, to laugh (a lot), to cry, to listen and to be heard. A sisterhood has been formed for life with the women who shared this space that no other would understand. Something beyond friendship that feels like home, for women we have been doing this for a millenia. What a gift!! The weekend itself was beautiful with soul food cooked with such love, a program that delivered everything and more and enough space to just be and process. To walk in beautiful nature and to be nurtured. If you do one thing, then gift yourself this opportunity for yourself. You will not regret it. Happy and special memories that will last a lifetime. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. I love you.
Claire | Transformative Women’s Retreat, Cornwall | Autumn 2024
