Success Stories & Testimonials
How long have you been doing what you do and how did you get to be a Retirement Lifestyle Specialist ?
When I met Glendia she was struggling to complete her undergraduate
degree one course at a time, one course per semester. She
needed 30 credits to earn her degree. She was frustrated and
felt that she would never attain her dream. She wanted to
drop out. With one course per semester she was looking at
5 years to complete the degree. Five years seemed forever
to her. We devised a plan whereby she could complete the degree
in one year instead of five. I encouraged her to take 6 credits
instead of 3 credits the first semester. The second semester
she took 9 credits, in the summer she took another 6 credits,
and that fall she took 9 credits and was able to graduate
with her BA in January. With my continuous support and her
determination she completed the program in one 18 months instead
of instead of five years. The completion of this degree in
a much shorter time stimulated her to go for her MA degree
using the same plan. She is now considering a doctoral program
in her field.
Thank you for your encouragement and guidance. You
have supported me in my effort more than you will ever
believe. You inspiration and forsight help me to develop
a positive
program of action, which eventually led me to earn an
undergraduate degree, and to be accepted to graduate school
this fall.
Glendia Fowler- Cartwright
I Feel Uplifted and Hopeful!
Before I started working with Dr. Cynthia and implementing her Fire Up program I was very scattered. My life was out of balance, and I felt that I had lost control of who I am.
Cynthia is brilliant, her enthusiasm combined with her results-oriented approach has done wonders for my life. After working with her, I am better able to plan the retirement I dreamed about. I now feel uplifted, hopeful, and better about myself. Working with Cynthia was truly an eye-opener for me.
Diane Wilson
Retired Principal
Norwalk, Connecticut
Every once in a while
something wonderful comes from something unexpected. I must
admit that is what happened for me during your seminar. I did
not enter the workshop expecting to be captivated. However,
that is precisely what happened. I found myself thinking in
depth about my values and dreams. I found out a lot about myself.
I also enjoyed going home and discussing the seminar with my
husband. We really had some deep conversations. I don't
think we have had discussions like that in the ten years
we have been married.
I loved the concept of practicing extreme
self-care. In the past I only took extreme care of myself
during times of
extreme
stress. I now try to set a schedule each morning in order
to begin my day in a positive and up beat way.
I thoroughly
enjoyed your seminar. Thank you for giving me
the opportunity to broaden and better myself.
Beverly Jones
I am taking a few minutes to let you know how happy
I am that I have begun seminary school. Thanks for your
inspiration and support, I determined that if your want it-go
for it.
I
cannot begin to explain how much of an impact you have
made in my life. Your goal setting examples and your stick-to-it
ness has been unequalled during my life walk You are
a true
leader-(the kind that is actually pushing. I am so pleased
to have you for a mentor.
Jackie Ramos
My experience this weekend has truly been phenomenal.
I already started focusing on me and this experience
has put me on the right path. The last group of exercises
really, really
touched me. For years now I have been going through unbelievable
tragedies where I had to be the rock at 25 and it seems
as though no one realized how really special I was or
how much
I was hurting inside. I sit down and wonder all the time
if people really see the real me. Today I realized that
people really see the real me. Every single person who told
something
about me hit it on the nose. That inspired me and le
me know I am who I am and I am enough.
Thank you so much for your inspiration. It takes a special
person to do what you do and you are truly special.
Janet McFaden
Thank you for Your Empathy and Genuine Sensitivity
I want to thank you for your directedness as well as empathy and genuine sensitivity and caring for me during this growth process. It has been a time to remind myself of my goals and to be gentle with myself. Thank you for your gentle prodding, your generous gifts of time and for all your encouragement.
Erika Steffen, Ed.D.
Westport, CT
I Realize How Strong I Really Am!
This course has been wonderful for me. It has given me the power to make a plan and stick to it. Also to realize how strong I really am! I am going to work on my goals, clean up clutter, plan for the future.
Nancy Jullian
Baltimore, MD
I Now Know What Steps to Take
This course has been a tremendous experience for me. I was not anticipating any changes in me however being a part of the class has taught me a great deal about myself. The program design you presented to allow people to find their inner feelings and thoughts was fascinating. I know now what steps to take to become the full person I want to be.
Vickie Jones
Hartford, CT
Thank You for Helping Me to Get to My Core Self
I want to thank you for helping me to get to my core self. Until I came to your class I had not taken the time to work deeply on myself. I am now a lot more comfortable with taking time for me and spending time alone with myself.
Michele Mohammed
Bloomfield, CT
You have made a great impact on my life
I am taking a few minutes to let you know how happy I am that I have begun Seminary school. Thanks to your inspiration and support, I determined that if you want it – go for it.
I cannot begin to explain how much of an impact you have made in my life. Your goal setting examples and your stick-to-it-ness has been unequalled during my life walk. You are a true leader – the kind that is actually pushing. I am so pleased to have you as a coach.
Jackie Ramos
Poughkeepsie, NY
This was a Wonderful and Enriching Experience
Your seminar was a wonderful and enriching experience. I was able to be very reflective, evaluative and honest with myself. Your activities encouraged me to review where I have been, where I am, and where I would like to go.
Thank you for allowing your talents to be shared with us. I will use this seminar as the beginning of my change agent!
Liz Dunlop
A Revival of the Mind
Working with Dr. Barnett has been a revival of the mind!” Before working with Dr. Barnett I was overwhelmed and stressed out. I didn’t know how or where to begin to get my life in order. After working with Dr. Barnett I am much more at ease and I now have the tools to keep my life moving forward. I am getting things done! I am much more confident about myself and my future.
Vanessa Liles
Your Insights Were Invaluable
I have had a most remarkable experience working with Cynthia and the fine group of women in our conference phone calls. Although someone once said that “the only constant in life is change,” you couldn’t tell that by me. I had gotten in a rather large rut of doing the same things over and over, and then wondering why my life was going around in circles!
Becoming part of the group has been like having someone throw a rope over the edge of that very deep rut so that I might have a chance of climbing out!! Of course, the climb is hard work, but knowing that the other group members, including Cynthia, are rooting for me and helping me pull myself up has made all the difference.
Cynthia is warm and engaging, and has acted as a compassionate and caring facilitator for all of us on this phase of our life journeys. I think her for the invaluable insights and ‘homework’ that is making such a difference in my life. My heartfelt note of thanks for all the support!!
Sandy Szbat
Oregon
I am taking a few minutes to let you know how happy I am that I have begun seminary school. Thanks to your inspiration and support I determined that if you want it - go for it. I cannot begin to explain how much of an impact you have made in my life. Your goal setting examples and your stick-to-it-ness has been unequalled during my life walk. You are a true leader - the kind that is actually pushing. I am so pleased to have you as a coach.
Jackie Ramos
I Feel Uplifted and Hopeful!
Before I started working with Dr. Cynthia and implementing her FIRE UP Program I was very scattered. My life was out of balance, and I felt that I had lost control of who I am.
Cynthia is brilliant, her enthusiasm combined with her results-oriented approach has done wonders for my life. After working with her, I am better able to plan the retirement I dreamed about. I now feel uplifted, hopeful, and better about myself. Working with Cynthia was truly an eye-opener for me.
Diane Wilson
Retired Principal
For more information contact
Dr. Cynthia Barnett
P.O. Box 702
Norwalk, CT 06854
203-855-9714
