Kind Words ~ Heart of the Rose
I started this journey with a lot of hesitation, even though the initial YES was very clear. After that first day I wasn't so sure this was the right thing to do. I felt there was going to be a lot of work involved in Heart of the Rose and it scared me, quite frankly.
Jo holds such a safe space though - gentle, encouraging and loving words from her and Mother Nature reminded me that I am strong and ready. I dove right in.
The connection to Lady Rose and especially to Lady Rose Quartz really softened me and opened my Heart gently. The power of Sisterhood is mind blowing. The support, the love, the connection, given and received, ripples through to everyone around me. A friend of mine even said she could feel it, in my conversation and demeanour.
I definitely recommend joining a Sister Circle with Jo. Sharing and trusting and listening to other sisters' stories has opened compassion in me, towards others and also myself. It has enriched my life so much and is continuing to do so, as I integrate this three-month journey into my everyday life.
Thank you, Jo, from the bottom of my heart.
Marianne
What I most loved from this program were the profound teachings and altar work led by Jo. The teachings are bewitchingly sensual, oozing with Divine love, sex and passion, and yet because of the deep shadow of these areas, they are also filled with profound depth, emotional pain, recognition and resolution.
I loved how playful the magic is, and the love that exists in the space. Jo is such a lovely teacher for this program because of her high vibrational energy and power. She exudes Feminine love and generosity, and yet, just like Rose, you can feel such deep roots of power.
I would recommend it to others for all of these reasons, and also because it is such a balm for a modern culture obsessed with sex and the beauty spell - this program is romantic and passionate, but at a deep, true, responsible level instead of superficial and only in appearances. I would recommend it as an antidote to emotionally barren experiences. It truly opens the Heart at such a beautiful depth.
Jenny
Heart of the Rose is a programme so profound in its gifts and blessings. Jo is a wonderful space holder of the utmost integrity.
This program has changed my life, allowing me to gently, with love and compassion, let go of the hurt within my Heart, to open myself up to who I truly am and the love I truly deserve. The rituals taught as part of this program can be used for the rest of my life, whenever I need to bring more love into it.
On completion of this programme, I am walking around with more love and peace within my Heart, feeling truly myself, with a newly defined idea of what love is. I would recommend this program to any sister looking to open her Heart and see her true, authentic self.
Samantha
This experience has been life changing in such a beautiful and gentle way. Jo, your safe and loving space holding, sharing and teaching has been so nourishing and supportive.
This experience has helped me connect with myself more than anything else has. It has helped me heal, soften and open my Heart, to deepen into more self love and acceptance, and to open to love. It has helped me develop and deepen my relationship with Rose, her magick and medicine - all of which, I know, will ripple on and always be with me.
Thank you so much, Jo and Sharon.
Kathy
As a woman, I had a heartache embedded deep within my heart, but was unaware. My life was a reflection of the pain I harboured, and I now know there was an ancestral heartache too.
Rose has taught me to live from a place of love, and helped me remove the ache that was always present. I didn't know how deep it was until it was freed.
Rose has taught me to be my own hero in my story - not seeking externally to be saved, but instead having a fabulous love story with myself, first and foremost.
Mish
I loved having this safe space I really felt I could melt into, thanks to Jo's loving, accepting energy, the depth of the materials shared, and the integrity of Sharon Bolt's containers.
Every time I got on the Rose calls, I felt like something expanded and opened within me. It was as if I could breathe again, more deeply. I loved learning about ancient mystery teachings, and exploring the meditations and gentle ways of calling back our power.
This journey came at the perfect time for me, helping me connect with self love and honour my needs, and express my boundaries with greater ease and grace.
Tamsin
Jo held the Empress and the Dragon Rose container so beautifully - she gently guided us to experience deeper self love, create better boundaries and more, by sharing potent rituals and practices.
I have fallen in love with Rose, and strengthened my connection with Rose Quartz. It has been such a nourishing journey, one that will continue to unfold, I'm sure.
Thank you so much, Sharon, for creating this amazing body of work. My Heart is filled with so much love and gratitude.
Tricia
Heart of the Rose was a beautiful exploration of love. With the support of Jo as our facilitator, and the women who were on this journey with me, I was able to lovingly peel back layers of self and get to know myself on a deeper level.
For me, Heart of the Rose was a journey of forgiveness, acceptance and self love.
Tilly
I found the Empress and the Dragon through the beautiful Jo Bell Cummings, and took Heart of the Rose in 2023. I loved it so much I came back to dive deeper a second time this year.
The biggest impact has been my ability to receive without feeling I have to do anything but just be - massive healing for me, coming from a deep persecution wound and a fear of never being or giving enough. It has impacted my self esteem, my boundaries, my relationships and my sense of connection to sisterhood.
Heart of the Rose brought me the courage to face these wounds, and to awaken my Heart to receiving that healing in such a safe way. I feel a trust in myself now, an ease that feels so freeing.
This sacred container was held by Jo, and I feel so honoured to have her as its facilitator. Her deep safety, integrity and sincere compassion made it possible for me to dive into such vulnerable pieces.
Daniela
This experience, my second time journeying with Lady Rose and Rose Quartz Deva, has not been what I expected, in the most beautiful way.
Lady Rose has shown me how to go deeper and slower, more expansive, as Her magick and wisdom reached into deeper places where wounding lay that caught me unaware. Where in the past I would run and hide, or allow sadness to overwhelm me, this time a deeper, fuller strength of my Soul, with Lady Rose, held me and guided me through the stories and the muck, and I'm feeling a more authentic, stronger version of myself emerging.
So much love and gratitude to and for Jo's exquisite holding of Rose medicine, and for guiding the Rose Sisters through this journey and back to our authentic Soul selves.
Jo de Pinto
I loved deepening into the wisdom and lore of love, learning the mysteries of Rose. I enjoyed the ritual aspects, the reclamation of my power, and the safe, contained Sisterhood community.
I have gained more self love, self respect and self care, along with the restoration of lost fragments and more clarity on my Soul's path.
I would recommend this to anyone wanting to drink from the well of love, deepen into their own inherent wisdom, and reclaim their power.
Arabella Rose
The Heart of the Rose journey exceeded my expectations. It was the most loving and supportive container. I felt so safe.
Rose will be a lifelong ally, and I am so grateful I was able to meet with and learn from her.
Emilly
Jo and the other beautiful women in the container were safe and inviting, always open and sensitive to my needs and my process.
Shariann
I loved the Ceremonies, the Rose teachings and Rose Quartz teachings - I feel a great new connection with them. I also feel a greater connection to my Ancestors.
Michelle
I recently journeyed into the Heart of the Rose with a beautiful circle of women inside The Empress and the Dragon Container. It was facilitated by the generous, caring and integral teacher, Jo.
It has been deeply healing and has brought so much more of me closer to love.
I am still in the transformation and will be integrating for a lifetime.
Thank you so much for bringing these simple and powerful teachings into an offering that is so needed in these times. I have been feeling so appreciative for how present, generous, loving and gracious you have been. Such a potent and gentle space holder.
I am forever grateful.
Angel
I was lucky enough to be part of Jo’s transformational Heart of the Rose journey this year. I felt an embodied yes to be part of it and yet, I really had no idea what I had signed up to! I had really signed up to be part of anything Jo does as she is a true healer and beautiful space holder.
The journey was truly life-changing.
I started with painful self-aversion and I sought self-love. I touched a love within that I hadn’t touched before. It also felt rebellious to be part of this journey in a deeply moving and empowering way.
It was so touching to be part of a deep experience and be doing it with other wonderful, supportive women. We were expertly facilitated by Jo and held in a container of pure love, compassion and safety. Jo is a true gem and if you feel resonance with the Heart of the Rose, I highly recommend you follow your heart’s call.
Belinda
After some hesitation as to whether I should sign up for Heart of the Rose, I’m so grateful I said yes!
I had some reservations about doing such a course online, however, I was amazed at how connected I felt to this group of women even though we never met in person. The simple gesture of a group of women joining in circle with openness and vulnerability was deeply healing within itself, something I believe all women should experience.
Though some time has now passed since our closing ceremony, the teachings of Lady Rose still remain with me. I’ve felt a healthy (and much needed!) shift in my perspective that has brought about more positivity and trust into my life as well as a steady boost and consistency to my creativity and artistic pursuits.
If you feel drawn to Heart of the Rose, I highly recommend answering the call! Jo is such a gentle, compassionate and generous space holder, I can’t imagine a better person to guide you along the way.
Isabella
I have recently completed “Heart of the Rose” led by my very dear friend and teacher Jo.
Working with Lady Rose has not been easy. She has showed me truths about myself that have been sitting under the surface, I’ve faced fears deep in my heart, so much healing has occurred as I’ve released past heartbreaks, some I hadn’t realised I still held on to.
I’ve emerged softer, more resilient, wiser and more vulnerable. Lady Rose can be soft and sweet and beautiful but she also has her thorns and it was working with this medicine that I found an inner strength.
Lady Rose has revealed so much to me and I know she has not quite finished with me yet.
This work is transformational and I can not recommend Jo enough. She is amazing, kind and sweet and she will hold you just like Lady Rose.
I love you dearly my friend. Thankyou so much to you and the incredible women that walked beside me on this journey together.
Jeanette
The Heart of the Rose, 3-month container - it finished too soon, I wished it never ended!
Jo has an authentic and warm approach and a deep connection to Rose and to Rose mysteries. Her Circles and Teachings are so gentle and felt through her warmth and loving approach.
Even though being online, I felt safe to share my deepest Heart experiences. It was so genuine and welcomed by Jo and our group of a supportive Circle of sisters. There was so much love and support amongst us all.
Each week I so looked forward to the teachings with Jo about the Rose Mysteries and the Rituals.
Working with Rose was a new beginning for me. It inspired me to build a relationship with myself, to open my heart and work with Rose medicine on a deeper level.
If you feel drawn to Rose, I recommend doing this container. As you open each layer with your heart you will also be building a relationship with Rose medicine. The most beautiful flower of them all!
Connie