"I enrolled in TIP several years ago as my partner had taken the first 2 levels and was pretty darned committed to continuing. I tried to tell myself that I enrolled because I wanted to and not because I felt I had too in order to help our relationship. The training was having an effect on our relationship (as I knew it) since social engagements were becoming very "TIP-oriented", and we were spending little time with our "other" friends. Not to mention that when I tried to have discussions about this issue I was told I was being self-important and other jargon from the TIP vocabulary. It suddenly became all about me and my shortcomings...................not the 2-way open conversations I was accustomed to having. So off I embarked on my TIP journey.

I completed Level I and I have to admit that I did benefit. Prior to Level 1 I did not meditate so the tools acquired in this level were timely and rewarding (but these tools are available just about anywhere). I did however have a lot of questions regarding some of the course material and the fee structure. I was totally baffled at the "weigh control room" as it implied something negative about people with weight issues. And of course the whole concept of Level 1 being equivalent to spending years in a cave or something or other was well just plain unbelievable. Also, I could not understand how a group with a mandate to "heal" would not make allowances for people of lower income brackets; a sliding fee structure so to speak based on your income.

Despite my concerns, my partner was still committed so I decided to enroll in Level II. That of course meant getting my Level I "clearing".......cash grab! As so many before me have mentioned I was told that I had "likely" been abused based on one of my card draws. Afterwards I meditated and mediated trying to identify my "abuser" and at what time in my life I had been abused. I almost had myself convinced that I had been abused as a child by a family friend, but in the end decided that I really and truly have never been sexually abused. I still take that stand. However the power of suggestion in the Level I clearing was very effective. After completing Level II I still felt the same about the training and decided that maybe I just wasn't engaging enough so I made a point of going to the focuses and attending healings. The healings were just downright bizarre. I had asked in class why we couldn't just "unhook" the feeling of betrayal in our regression pool and naturally I got one of those canned answers which really didn't answer my question at all.

During the focuses I was uncomfortable with the addressors in that 1) they are not trained and some of the addressees have some pretty serious issues; and, 2) there seemed to be that feeling of hierarchy, that we weren't all equal in that room. The latter feeling is one I experienced often, not just during the focuses, but also during other gatherings (or is that self-importance!!! which is sure is what I would have been told).

My partner was moving forward; "the push for 6" or whatever, the term drove me nuts! Despite the fact that I too was in the training I did not find it any easier with regards to our relationship. I recall saying to one of the "teachers" that there should be a support group for partners of people in TIP. I had just simply decided that what happens happens and there's not much I can do about it. My partner was not about to leave the training for me (did I mention this was a long-term loving relationship). I was considering taking Level III and decided that I just could not pursue something that I felt very critical and resentful towards. Shortly thereafter my partner received "the email" which was the turning point for my partner. We have both left the training and have not looked back since.

Thank-you thank-you thank-you. Our life is returning to a semblance of "normal" and for that I am forever thankful.

[Name withheld by request]

"The very reason they initially sought out the training - to heal from such attack in their past"

(Letter of Resignation from Training in Power)

As I do not know to whom I should direct this letter, I am sending it to the entire board. I am writing to inform you that, effective immediately, I am resigning from the Training in Power organization.

Although I find the healing systems and the energy work profound and of immense value, I no longer wish to continue with an organization that, in my view, adopts strategies that are not in alignment with divine law.

I have witnessed ‘instructions’ which I feel are a mis-use of power, such as:

Students being told that if they leave the training their vibration will fall – they will ‘fall’. In my view, this is use of fear to dissuade students from leaving the training - not unlike the church saying ‘if you do this (or don’t do that), you will go to hell’.

I have witnessed fellow students being shamed and humiliated in class and, in some instances, outright verbally attacked. In my opinion, this is verbal abuse, no matter what package it comes in or for what reason, and for many this is the very reason they initially sought out the training - to heal from such attack in their past. Whether it is from your mother or a colleague, it is verbal abuse.

The contradictions within the Training. For instance, in Level III we are told to ‘be the masters that we are and walk amongst the people’, then in Level VI we are told ‘you must let go of anyone which is not of the light’. Not only is this a contradiction, but also it is a direct violation of the divine law of Free Will and no person has the right to impede his or her views upon another in that manner. Yes, we do have free will to adhere to the rule, or not, but the instruction itself is a direct violation of free will by imposing ones beliefs upon another.

I have also witnessed, and been the recipient of, verbal attack when one disagrees with the answer given by the teacher. This was deemed ‘attack’ on the teacher and the students were then cut-off and ignored, after a verbal onslaught as to why the person was attacking the teacher.

I feel this is not conducive to an open, respectful and communicative healing environment in which one feels safe to step forward to heal that which they need to. This also does not lend to an organization that is striving for growth and change from those within the organization itself, particularly those in the ‘lower ranks’. I find this to be a ‘it’s true because I say it is’ dynamic which is an authoritarian and hierarchal system. This does not foster an open and progressive healing environment.

I share the above not to attack anyone, or the organization, but rather to be open and honest so that each individual, and the organization as a whole, may address these issues. I can only assume that others have experienced and pondered the same or similar. I cannot help but wonder how many phenomenal students and teachers have been lost because of these and other issues.

It has taken me much time and searching within myself to come to this conclusion as, as I have mentioned, I find this work to be very profound. I am no longer able to ignore the subtle, and anything but subtle, messages and validation that my body has been communicating to me for some time now. I MUST follow my true, inner knowing and the innate wisdom from within – which is to exercise my free will and resign from the training.

I wish each and every one of you – and the organization as a whole – the very best now and always - no matter where your path may lead.

In love and light,
Wendy Fuentes

Thank you for the link to the site

Wow

I think everyone should know of this site, and make there own educated choices about the Training.

I have to say reading the blog with the notes for Level lX just further reminded me of my feelings at Level 6 retreat. I remember how much grief and hysterics I felt, the night after first witnessing upper levels share their names.....

How completely screwy I felt....questioning.....so this is what I have been "brought up" to accept? This has been the plan all along? Hearing the story of "the Fall" ......the experience was alienating and upsetting beyond belief. I could see clearly how each of the previous "battles" would now dismiss any doubt or questioning in my mind. The teachings are insidious like that. Question or disagree with something, and you’re in (choose one that applies): denial, under attack, mind parasites, .and so on. Creates a crazy loop in one’s psyche

My choice to leave was most definitely a choice of returning to the real world...to my life, my peers, my body, humanity, full of wonder, magic, healing and power. TIP had increasingly alienated me from "the rest of the world" and Level 6 seem to further the disconnection from everyday reality. Not that I don’t believe the LAP exists. I do believe it does. But my choice is to not live in constant awareness of it, for doing so seems to disconnect me from my life here.....which is besides the point of my being here on Earth at this time.
Perhaps it is within some people calling to understand its workings to the smallest detail. Perhaps it is simply a story. Either way, I know I have made the right decision.......

Thank you again for sharing, it really has helped me immensely

[Name withheld by request]

All bad is committed by humans..... in their humanity........

Hey All,

So many amazing posts (on the support group site). Thanks again everybody! Had a few realizations the other day, and wanted to share them.

Does anybody remember the Level 6 Retreat where "The Sorcerer’s Apprentice" was one of the films shown? I remember a comment made by Faye that maybe we'd "get it" if we watched this. There has been mention of sorcerer’s energy.... If this is a training tool to emphasize her point, and we are the Mickey Mouses... what then is she???
And... the ‘accept my humanity plea’???? So, under this pretense, the world should accept...

rape
child abuse
verbal abuse
emotional abuse
terrorism
murder
and on and on... all acts committed by humans... in their humanity........

To be a compassionate, empathetic individual does not require we give blanket acceptance to another's pathological behaviours because they are poor, misunderstood and only human. If we do not hold ourselves and others accountable, the perpetuation of violence and other atrocities will only continue.... Microcosm, Macrocosm.....

It is amazing to me how the greater the distance I put between myself and my training in power time, the greater the clarity I attain.

Peace Out!

[Name withheld by request]

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