An Emotional Education, by Career and Life Coach, Bex Cockayne

"On one level I was ‘fine’. I was successful. I’d joined the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office aged 27 full of excitement and optimism. I was going to bring peace and help ‘change the world’. I’d been posted to Tunisia and Afghanistan and had spent the last seven years working in and on conflict environments. I’d studied at Oxford, the London School of Economics (LSE) and City University. I’d been a banker in Dubai and worked in a few other competitive industries too. On paper I was ‘winning’.

But something wasn’t right. I always felt like I was playing catch-up – one more promotion and then I’ll feel I’ve made it. Once I’m engaged with a baby on the way, I’ll know I’m capable and together. If I buy a house, I’ll finally be seen as respectable... It always felt like I was one step or achievement away from feeling good enough.

I took pride in who I was, but only in the ‘strong’ and professional bits. Whenever I’d needed an answer, I’d deferred to my intellect... I knew I had to do something different to create new situations in my life, but I felt scared, stuck and a bit lost as to what to do..."

To read Bex's Process Story in full, click here. You can find out more about Bex’s coaching at: delphicoaching.co.uk or by following @delphi_coachinguk on Instagram

‘It proved to be transformational’ Lisa Byrne, writing in Good Housekeeping

Thank you to journalist, PR supremo and Hoffman gradaute Lisa Byrne for mentioning the Hoffman Process in the latest issue of Good Housekeeping magazine. Lisa shared:

'Then a relative recommended The Hoffman Process, which I went through last September. This is a seven-day residential course established more than 50 years ago by Bob Hoffman. It involves an intensive week with no outside contact, where you focus solely on why you behave the way you do and are taught the tools to help you change your negative patterns. But for me, one of the best experiences was bashing a cushion with a baseball bat for an hour, to exorcise all the inner demons, such as grief and anger.

It proved to be transformational, but it’s not a quick fix. I am still a work in progress and often fall back into old patterns of not wanting to get out of bed, but the dark thoughts that once threatened to consume me have lifted.

When I think I am going down a negative path, the Hoffman tools have helped me to break the cycle. And simply practising gratitude has also been hugely beneficial.'

If you've seen Lisa's feature and would like to find out more about Hoffman, the next steps page on our website is a great place to start. You can find it here.

Early Bird Places! The Hoffman Essentials

The Hoffman Essentials workshop gives you the opportunity to fully immerse yourself in the Hoffman tools and techniques and to quickly learn how you can get much more out of your life. The workshop takes place via Zoom, enabling you to learn and implement practices from the comfort of your own home.

Numbers are limited to 16 participants to provide a safe, contained environment. What's more, participants on The Hoffman Essentials receive a follow-up Zoom call (included in the price), access to a dedicated post-Essentials resource section of our website and £100 discount voucher towards the seven-day Hoffman Process.

Remaining dates in 2023 (£195 Early Bird rate available):

(click on the orange links to book)

October: Saturday 14 & Sunday 15

November: Saturday 18 & Sunday 19

'Id highly recommend this powerful and profound 2 day course. I’ve learnt to use very effective tools and techniques that are already helping me in my daily life, helping me understand myself and my patterns better and in turn, helping me in my work and personal relationships. ' ~ Hoffman Essentials participant

For more information, dates and to book, click here. Dates for 2024 will be added to our website soon - see them here first!

Bringing the love: Hoffman relationship workshops

Hoffman relationship workshops are for people intent on experiencing relationships that are rich in intimacy, trust, optimism and fulfilment. Facilitated by Matthew and Emma Pruen (pictured), they're open to anyone of any age, gender or orientation, with or without prior knowledge of the Hoffman tools. 

Our workshop in September is tailored exclusively for couples attending together; November's date is open to all. To benefit fully from your workshop, please do make sure that the course you are booking reflects your current circumstance.

Booking now:

Making Relationships Work: Two days

Designed for couples already in a committed relationship

Dates: Saturday 16 and Sunday 17 September

Venue: The Winchester Club, Winchester

Heart of Relationships: One day

Open to all, in or out of relationship, with or without a partner

Dates: Saturday 18 November

Venue: Central London tbc

For more information and to book, click here

"This was a game-changer for us... felt like one of the best things that we have ever done for our marriage and our family. A heartfelt thank you from us both." ~ Previous participants

Introduction to Hoffman - weekly sessions by Zoom

If you would like more information about Hoffman courses and events, our free, informal introduction sessions by Zoom are a great opportunity to find out more.

Led by Hoffman UK Managing Director, Serena Gordon and members of the Hoffman enrolment team, the hour-long sessions provide a mix of information and the opportunity for Q&A. Attend with your camera on or off – either way, you’ll be guaranteed a warm welcome. You can just listen in, or ask questions via Zoom’s ‘chat’ function, and we’ll be happy to answer them.

Perhaps you’re planning to register for the Hoffman Process? These calls can talk you through the practicalities of attending the Process and what it entails. There will also be information about our Hoffman Essentials weekends and our other short courses and workshops.

Wednesday 6 September 4:00 pm

Tuesday 12 September 7:30 pm

Wednesday 20 September 4:00 pm

Tuesday 26 September 7:30 pm

To register, simply email info@hoffmaninstitute.co.uk with the date of the session you would like to attend, and we'll reply with the Zoom logins.

Can't make these dates? More can be found on our website here

The Hoffman Process: dates and availability

2023 Hoffman Process dates are below. Dates for Spring 2024 when we return to Oxon Hoath in Kent are available to book on our website, here. Our new venues allow us to offer more single-room accommodation than ever before; please visit the Venues page on our website or contact us if you have specific questions.



September 16-22: One Space Available*

September 30-October 6: Broughton Sanctuary (pictured)

October 7-13: Charney Manor

October 21-27: Charney Manor

November 11-17: Charney Manor

November 25-December 1: Charney Manor

December 9-15: Charney Manor

For practical information about the Process and what it entails, we hold weekly information calls by Zoom that are free to attend. These take place at either 7.30pm on a Tuesday evening or 4.00pm on a Wednesday. You can find details of upcoming dates here.

The Hoffman Book

You Can Change Your Life by Tim Laurence.

Available on our website here

or as an audiobook here

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Hoffman Magazine

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