Experiment I

I entered this experiment with almost no expectations, and left with a heart so open I couldn't help but pour love into every aspect of my life for weeks afterward. I was met with a level of openness, authenticity, and vulnerability that is rare to find in life. These are the types of bonds that still live in my heart today. That's not to say learning to live together is a seamless process, but, in each challenge rose an opportunity to understand parts of myself I didn't even know I had, and to witness a collective passion to come together, hold space, and move forward in unison. In addition to the transformational bonds, lifelong memories, shared breakthroughs, and the embodiment of true presence throughout the day, this experience gave me a vivid glimpse of what's possible when people choose to show up with their hearts open, even imperfectly, we can create not just a space to thrive but a model for the kinds of communities and societies our world needs today. I wish more people would take part in experiments as this one, and couldn't recommend two more beautiful souls than Shadi and Chris to hold space for this kind of journey.

This co-living experiment made me freaking in love with co-livings—even a little bit addicted. Because that whole experience litterally showed me the meaning of a tribe. I changed so much and found so much power inside of me, being together with like-minded people, who are also open-minded, understanding and focused on growth. It gave me passion and made me feel in love with life, which I really needed at that time. I sense that it wasn't just the co-living itself, it was also Shadi and Chris and what kind of people they attract that made that whole experience very deep. I became a new person while being there, I discovered so much new. I realized the power of building something with a tribe. Not with a team, but with a tribe, which is very different. I only have positive words to say. It created a mission in my life, that I'm now pursuing. It was a once-in-a-lifetime experience for me. If you're considering it, just go for it, you won't regret. Thank you from my heart.

Taking part in the first co-living experiment with Chris and Shadi has taken me onto a new path of life. With no exaggeration, it showed me a completely new way of experiencing human connections. After a few days together, we began experiencing certain 'coincidences', like a sentence, idea or image in someone's mind that is communicated by someone else at the same moment. Those kind of events were blowing, or (more accurately) expanding our minds. We not only started experiencing these magical events, but together, we actually learned to read their unfolding patterns, both intuitively, and with the help of different systems that Shadi and Chris shared vigorously. This is only a fragment of what the experiment entailed. In short, the co-living experiment has been the most profound experience in my life, leaving me with wonderful memories, insights, conversations, challenges, synchronicities, gifts and friendships.

The co-living experiment includes many fragrances in my memory field. My own experience in keywords: - Challenge; - Strengthening; - Vulnerable meetings; - Emotional constrictions and self-isolation; - Heartful expansions, judgments and a taste of their liberation—as well as my own; - Pushing the limits of my comfort zone; - Emerging shadow states like jealously, bitterness, shame and guilt; - Renewal of energy and deepening of presence; - Esoteric insights; - Synchronistic events; All this to further my orientation towards my Higher Self, towards the Highest Good. Thank you to everyone present.

I never experienced something like this. So much happened in such a short period of time. And this all naturally started the energy of healing. I came to this Experiment with no expectations, the only one was to see myself in the mirrors of others. But I received such kindness, love, deep sharing and friends for life. There was all beauty and harmony. Don't get me wrong, of course it wasn't only full of sunshine, but also a lot of deep work on myself happened but completely naturally. I remember sitting with others around a table sharing meals and thoughts and feeling so grateful like I never did in my life. So thank you for this experiment/experience and looking forward to the next one.

While co-living with the group, every day was magic. Every day felt like a week. Every day was different. It felt like a hero's journey. It felt like home. I felt like Paul in Dune. I had visions. I felt inspired. I had several dreams. My skills were amplified like never before, mostly in the areas of space holding, cooking and photography. I'm grateful I was part of it.

I felt an immense gratitude during the co-living experiment that I organized with Shadi. I couldn't have imagined the level of depth, empowerment, vulnerability and inner growth that this undertaking would entail. The experiment went beyond our expectations. There were lots of synchronicities happening all the time, creating an enjoyable touch of magic. Of course, there were also some challenges, both internally and in the group, which are an integral part of the human experience. But throughout the whole experiment and beyond, the underlying feeling was one of wholeness and inner peace that is rare in today's society. It only emerges when not in a state of survival, meaning basic needs are checked. Human connection and belonging is a vital element in that. Everything of importance at that moment was there and then. It felt complete. The experiment confirmed the value of living in group, carrying more positives than negatives. I'm looking forward to the next one.

The co-living experiment felt very surreal. I was in awe. It felt purposeful and meaningful. I felt like I belonged. I felt lucky with the group that we got together. It felt like a cosmic meeting in timeless space. I experienced how it is to be with a group of souls with the potential to be a family. All the challenges were worthwhile, and making the beauty we co-created together stand out. From eating together, to dancing, teaching, learning, ..., everything was perfection; the location, the group and even the challenges. The ups and downs were all meaningful. I learned a lot. I'm grateful for Chris to support me in making this happen, and for the friends who became a temporary family. I'm looking forward to the upcoming journey.