Testimonials
Thoughts from students, clients, readers and others
"You are Hemingway, Emerson, and Friedan all rolled into one!"
"You were my first female mentor. I recognize the value of that experience."
"Your book was an inspiration in so many ways. First and foremost is your ability as a writer. You have set a standard I will always seek. I think I could spend days listening and sharing thoughts with you on being human and what that means."
"Thank you for making me feel supported at a time in my life when the very ground itself seemed to have vanished from beneath my feet. I appreciate you."
"You are building a reputation among the students. It is one of caring, interest and fairness. The women in your group were declaring themselves a unified whole that could accomplish anything - they were certain this study would challenge them and that they would succeed."
"She is an amazing woman who introduced me to the idea of feminism and strength. I learned so much. This was my favorite class. I like her very much."
"Incredibly informative, interesting and inspiring!"
"You've been absolutely wonderful and I have a whole new perspective on society. Thank you for helping me and opening my eyes. You've been an inspiration."
"I have to say thank you because you have changed my way of thinking. Keep up the great work!"
"Super effective! She really knows her stuff."
"Elayne is extremely knowledgeable, passionate and eloquent."
"She facilitated deep conversations that were the best learning experience of all."
"Thank you for being an inspiring teacher and mentor."
"Elayne is a first-rate teacher, among the very best and most qualified that I have seen in many years. She is smart, witty, student-centered, globally-minded, dedicated to her work and to raising the standard of education, both in her own classroom and at the institutional level. Her ideas are constantly thought-provoking and emphasize both the intellectual and human side of learning. In short, she's the real deal."