YOP Testimonial: Lani Evers-Staples

I wanted to be in the Youth on Purpose program because I was hurting from the recent breakup of a relationship with a boy I really loved. In the end I didn’t understand what happened and it was awkward to be around him and our mutual friends. I am so grateful that both my ex-boyfriend and I attended the camp. We had the chance to use the clearing process to release the myriad of troubled thoughts and feelings and come back together as friends. I am so happy that we can be together and feel comfortable again. Now I’m able to love again, without the fear of rejection holding me back. I liked learning the clearing as a quick way to resolve problems that occur in relationship. Now I have a tool to stop the terrible thoughts and remember the truth.

My little brother was also at the YOP camp. My relationship with him is much better since we both learned the clearing and could take responsibility for our own thoughts and feelings. He is not so aggressive to me now.

Another highlight for me at YOP was the high ropes challenge course 20 feet in the air between the trees. I’m proud that I was able to face my fear of falling and hurting myself and move forward anyway. Afterwards, I felt so strong and brave, like I could do anything.

The drama part of the program was awesome. Michael Bean is the bomb. I enjoyed expressing myself in different ways in the improv. It was wildly funny.

I also enjoyed the blobbing on the lake at Camp Lutherwood and I made a lot of friends at the YOP camp.

I’d recommend this program to everyone who is having trouble in their life.

Lani - age 17

YOP Testimonial: Ben Evers-Staples

Before the Youth on Purpose camp, I would get very angry, especially at my sister. Sometimes I would get so mad, I’d hurt her.

In the Youth on Purpose camp, I learned how to communicate properly without getting violent. Through the clearing process, I was able to let go of my upsets, by changing the way I felt. I’m amazed how quickly I was able to feel better. I learned how to get what I want easily. I feel great after the program. I thought the drama program and the high ropes challenge course were fun. I’m proud that I was the only one who conquered every challenge 20 feet in the air between the trees. I discovered that I am a leader and fearless in speaking my truth. I also loved the food. Emery was a wonderful cook. The camp was the best part of my summer. Thank you Sandy for letting me participate!

Ben--age 13

Youth on Purpose Testimonial: Miriam Evers

I participated as an assistant in the first Canadian Youth on Purpose (YOP) program in B.C. in 2000 and then again in 2001, and I saw the life-changing impact on teens. My dream was that someday my own kids would be in the program. This year that dream became even stronger as I saw my daughter Lani (now 17) devastated by the break-up with her boyfriend of 15 months, and my son Ben (13) acting increasingly aggressive towards his older sister.

In mid-July, I was inspired to join forces with Sandy Levey-Lunden, the founder of YOP, once again. And indeed, this year the dream became a reality!

Thank you so much Sandy for holding our vision for the Youth on Purpose program in 2008. I know that there were many challenges in creating this program and many doubted it could happen. It did happen and I’m absolutely thrilled with the results!

My children Lani and Ben learned the clearing communication process easily and have begun using it in their lives to let go of their upsets. I’m overjoyed at seeing them take responsibility for their own thoughts and feelings and know that they can bring themselves back to peace anytime they choose. These kids now have an excellent foundation for the life-long process of clearing limiting beliefs and communicating heart to heart. Both kids are feeling good about themselves and much more empowered to create what they want.

I was also delighted that Lani and Ben could take the high ropes challenge course, and the drama improv program which they both loved. The location at Camp Lutherwood on Lake Samish was fantastic for its natural beauty, the swimming and blobbing and other amenities. The gourmet food cooked by Emery Krahn and assistants was also superb. He spoiled us all.

All in all, YOP for me was a fantastic summer adventure!