testimonials

The most significant personal growth and discovery I achieved as an adult was facilitated by Nierika [Sol]. Ann and Robert are committed to the truth, and lovingly help open the doors that reveal its liberation. Dave R. Lyons CO

There is no way to adequately describe the transformation that has taken place and continues to unfold in the work with Ann and Robert. I am deeply grateful for the level of integrity, compassion and love each hold in walking with me through the kind of change I have been longing for. They are extraordinary teachers and guides to living a truly authentic life. Margaret M. Burnsville NC

I first met Robert and Ann more than twenty years ago. The wisdom and guidance they shared with me then has carried me through the years. At times I have called on Robert's truth to guide me through tough times. I am now sixty and I still find his wisdom clear and true. My experience of Robert and Ann's work, Nierika, has been profound. They are rare individuals whose lives are balanced in truth and whose work is to help remove the barriers to the love that we each are. If you are looking for the truth of yourself and your deepest desire is to become the best human you can – I can think of no better place to come.
Paul B. Golden CO

Working with Ann and Robert was like being pulled out of a well and becoming part of the universe. Pamela S. Evans CO

Ann and Robert are the teachers I have been searching for my [whole] adult life. They teach that which they truly know and understand - what it is to be human and to be joyous and free. They helped me rediscover my innocence. They are patient and compassionate while holding firm to their principles and values in every way that they teach.

The Essential Work program was my bridge, built brick by brick, to life. The bricks are lessons in integrity, congruence, relationship and compassion. The bridge began in my old place of resignation and unconscious living and has landed in my life filled with gratitude and rooted in Spirit. Ann and Robert are skilled teachers, authentic leaders, and wise shepherds. Karen H. Green Mountain NC

You are an amazing woman and the work that we are doing is the most powerful that I could ever imagine. My gratitude is so deep for you and for the work.... Debra O. Arden NC

Ann's work bypasses all rational and linear processes to get to the heart of a matter, and I emphasize the word heart. Ann helped me to reach a destination that I was only dimly aware of, yet realized later was an essential part of my evolution as a human being. Matthew G. Orcas Island WA

I got more out of my first session with Robert than with all the time I spent with my first three psychotherapists combined. And it gets more productive as time goes on. But it's not therapy. I'm a former psychotherapist, so I can promise you that. Rather, it's a radical uncovering... about who you are. The result is that your authentic Self begins to shine through. The person you were born to be finally can begin to live... If your life is dedicated to Truth, and you have even a little bit of courage, you can't afford NOT to check out Nierika Sol. Elizabeth G. Asheville NC

Every now and then, something comes along in my life that changes everything in ways I could not have imagined from where I was sitting before. Essential Work is just such a shift. Looking back, it's like I was connecting to life via dial up — Essential Work hooked me up to broadband and "high definition". The world will never look the same.

Would it change your life if you absolutely knew you would keep your word to yourself and others? Yes, yes, and again yes. In ways I would never have imagined. Kerry L. Flat Rock NC

I haven't known the words to express my gratitude...but today I was inspired by a quote by Albert Schweitzer: "Sometimes our light goes out but is blown into flame by an encounter with another human being." Thank you for helping me rekindle my inner light. Cynthia M. AK

Robert has led me on a journey to the source of my own power. A session with Robert is always unpredictable, impactful, useful and simple. He becomes a mirror reflecting whatever is obscuring the view of myself. His work is radically truthful and totally supportive. James B. Asheville NC

It wasn't my mind that needed healing but my soul. For years I have felt that the healing I have sought was just beyond my grasp, I just couldn't feel normal enough or fight hard enough to reach my goal. The work I did with you showed me that I have normal feelings toward the abnormal situations I have been in and that the war is truly over. I don't have to fight any more. The peace I feel now is genuine and lasting. I know that I have more work to do but now the tear in my soul feels mended. I cannot thank you enough for the caring and loving way that you showed me I am safe and loved by others and most of all by myself. Sandra A. Asheville NC

Learning to live without a mask and to tell the truth about myself and what I know were lessons far beyond what I expected to receive. It has made all the difference. David H. Boulder CO

Robert is a powerful and compassionate ally to my "higher self." His considerable and uncanny ability to see the barriers, defenses, and behaviors that do not serve me and present them with unflinching honesty and accuracy allows me to "see" them and become more conscious... This is powerful work for those who are ready. John R. Asheville NC

I faced my fear to find my true self was still waiting for me. Thank You Robert for your quick wit and your kind and loving heart. Diane S. Boulder CO

I experienced a profound remembrance of who I am, of my gifts and purpose. My heart has opened to the powerful love within. Signe G. Denver CO

This journey with Nierika Sol always leads me to the next step in coming home to the heart and soul of who I truly am. Nancy P. Austin TX

Essential Work has changed forever the way I relate to other people, and to Life. In recent days I keep noticing myself starting to go into an old dynamic — feeling sorry for myself, feeling overwhelmed — things like that. And I just stop. It's like there is no energy in these feelings, no attraction any more. Thank you for working with me, and for what you teach. Mark L. Burnsville NC

Life has been much smoother for me ever since I learned about the illusions of separation and incompleteness that were blocking my growth and spiritual development. I no longer look outside of myself for fulfillment from certain people or situations, as there is nothing to be filled. I know that I am whole and complete already. It is something I knew that was almost a cliche' in my world, but now I really KNOW it deeply inside my soul. Thank you for waking me up and for challenging me to find the answers that were right in front of me!
Cindy S. Marshall NC

I will be forever grateful to Ann and Robert for reminding me that I am the one holding the key to freedom. Thank you both for your gifts and sharing them with me. Eric A. Asheville NC

Thank you for leading me back to my true Self. A desire to come back to myself is why I committed to participate in the Essential Work program and I got what I signed up for - and more: A deep understanding and experience of what it feels like to live in integrity, to give and receive fully, to surrender, to tell the Truth to myself and others, and to trust my inner knowing - to name a few.....Your unwavering presence and constancy of compassion provided the grounding for me to risk coming out of my fog and into the truth of Life. I will be grateful to you forever. Kathleen O. Asheville NC