I crawled in on all fours and walked out with my heart towards the sun. Ira helped me remember what really matters. Thank you. ~ YD

Ira is bright and genuine and tuned-in. Through his broad interests and lifetime of experiences, he has acquired the cardinal gift which is wisdom. And he shares it effortlessly & encourages us all to do the same. He has a natural way of making others feel comfortable, and talking with him feels like talking with an old friend. His company is a safe place to land. ~ AS

Out of the box, human, intellectual, hilarious, brilliant and mind altering. I participated in Ira’s Esalen workshop on Authentic Happiness… his relatable manner and ability to distill complex philosophies into useable lessons was life altering. A unique personality who will have you soon believing in yourself and humanity. Ira is making the world a better place. ~ MH

Ira’s profound knowledge in art, music, psychology, religion, and spirituality makes him one of the most intelligent people I’ve met. ~ AJ

Ira is an extremely generous teacher. Selfless. One of the few out there who genuinely wants to help you. ~ AD

Ira is one of the most singular people you will ever meet. He has such an abundant and rich store of knowledge and experience, every time we speak I learn something new and useful, and yet never does he come off as didactic or detached, he is completely there with you, engaged and alive and it is incredibly refreshing. He holds so much space for everyone and I came away with so much healing and inspiration, and a strong conviction to live much more fully. ~ SJ

Ira Israel is the rarest kind of genius – one who balances new age thinking with rigorous scientific principles to wipe away the nonsense and reveal true knowledge. ~ FC

Ira is such a mensch and has such a wide base of knowledge that he draws from. Generous, compassionate and so kind! ~ ZC

I went to Ira’s workshop at Esalen, I read his book, and I took his online course “Authenticity and Awakening.” Ira’s wisdom comes from decades of academic study, as well as practical experience working with people as a psychotherapist. Spend a couple of hours with Ira and you will not regret it! ~ LJ

Ira is an amazing teacher and leader. His lectures are engaging and woven from many layers of history and psychology. He knows how to use movement and humor to instruct and inform a modern audience. My mind and body were enriched when I recently took his course at Esalen. I’d recommend it to anyone because you walk away with a new perspective on yourself and those around you. But I think Ira’s true gift is his ability to bring people together. I made some incredible friends in his course and it’s because he built the bridges. ~ JF

Wow! Such a gift to participate in this workshop. Ira is a talented facilitator that is able to meet each participant where they are, without judgement, and encourage them to stretch just enough to realize growth. The content is timely and pertinent and is presented well. Ira creates a safe environment where everyone can connect and form lasting friendships. I have a renewed sense of purpose and I already feel a more authentic connection with my friends and family. Can’t wait for the next one! ~ JM

Ira is that rare blend of all three doshas, bringing creative insight, passion and gravitas to his every interaction. Taking Ira’s ‘Cultivating Happiness’ workshop at Esalen was a life-altering experience. I arrived with a heavy heart and left feeling happier than I have in years, empowered with knowledge and tools to prevent past trauma from getting in the way of living a happy, fulfilled life. Ira fills his workshop with engaging, entertaining and thought-provoking content, and he deeply cares about each and every person there. If you want to be happier and live your best life, Ira will help you discover where your negative self-talk comes from and how to replace it with the kindness, love and sense of purpose we all deserve. ~ TD

I took a workshop on cultivating authentic happiness at Esalen, taught by Ira and his small team. It was one of the most fulfilling experiences of my life. Ira’s dedication and genuine care for our group and for his clients is unmatchable. His therapy sessions with each of us over the course of the week helped everyone that I talked to tremendously, myself included. Ira was able to foster a loving and open community within only a matter of days through his teachings that use a number of great quotes, video clips, and jokes to intertwine many awesome aspects of philosophy, yoga, meditation, and general self care and introspection. It was a truly unforgettable experience and a Ira fantastic listener and guide. ~ SV

Ira’s understanding of psychology, philosophy and human nature is unparalleled. If you cannot study with him in person, I highly recommend his online “Authenticity and Awakening for Lovable Idiots.” Ira’s keen sense of humor makes it as entertaining as it is enlightening. ~ MD

Ira presents the writings, teachings and practices of leading scientists, authors, spiritual leaders, and self-help gurus, together with insights from his own extraordinary life in an engaging and thought-provoking exploration of happiness and how to achieve it. (A sure fire way not to achieve it, is to pursue it, he warns!) His talks are interwoven with video, exercises, and mindfulness and yoga classes for all levels. I was enlightened and entertained from start to finish. ~ JL

I just finished a 5 day workshop in Esalen with Ira. In 5 days, he managed to teach 60 strangers how to be authentic with themselves and others while providing us tools in doing so. I have never met someone so passionate about what he does and so passionate about people. His lectures are engaging, encouraging, funny, uncomfortable at times and powerful. I hope he continues to teach at Esalen so everyone can benefit from him. Very grateful for the people I met in his workshop and for him and his team. ~ DS

Wow! Absolutely amazing and truly transformative experience with Ira and his team at Esalen. Ira has the rare gift of bringing people together and creating a space where they can truly be themselves and authentically connect with themselves and others. This is nothing short of magic. He brings tremendous insight from his own journey and relentless curiosity about people, the world we live in, and ways to unlock our true potential. He is the leading edge on a trauma informed approach to healing — which is THE leading edge for wellness today. ~ JH

What an incredible time at Ira’s Esalen workshop! He has such a beautiful generosity of spirit and the material he covered was well-researched and informed. It was so insightful that I had numerous “a-ha” moments during the week. Ira’s delivery was fun and humorous, with a mixed media experience that kept it fresh and engaging. The sense of community that he created was unparalleled. ~ GG

So much love in Ira’s Esalen workshop! I had a great week that exceeded expectations, met so many kind and interesting people, and felt rejuvenated by the insights and activities facilitated by Ira – he’s a charismatic force of good that clearly lives to guide people toward their own greatness. Thank you :). ~ JP

I had the pleasure of taking part in one of Ira’s retreats at Esalen last year. While I have been meditating and practicing yoga for years, I learned so much more – about the psychological drivers behind many human motivations (e.g. attachment theory, etc.) and deepened my friendship with both myself and the friend of many years who I’d gone with. Highly recommend attending one of Ira’s seminars or retreats if you get a chance! ~ JM

Ira Israel is an extremely generous and thoughtful teacher. His workshops have left an impact upon me that will last for a lifetime. He made it very clear that he is not a guru and does not have all the answers. But he is willing to share the vast amount of information, that he has obtained through diligent work throughout his lifetime, on how to live a happier, more meaningful life, free from the trauma that is so common in our human experience. Ira’s workshop at Esalen was magical. He walks you through information that is at the cutting-edge of neuroscience and the science of how to live your best life. Ira breaks the secrets of happiness down to methods anyone can apply. If you are looking for someone to walk you through how to live your best life, look no further. I hope his audience grows so more people can have the life-changing experience that he has given me. ~ DS

I attended Ira’s “Authentic Happiness” workshop. It was the most incredible and awakening experience. Ira is one of the most talented, bright and insightful presenters I have experienced over a 35 year conference development career. ~ RF

Had the opportunity to take a workshop from Ira this past February. Learned so much from this compassionate man on how to use yogic practices to improve mental health and increase happiness and joy. This was masterly presented in a safe and sacred space that he intentionally created to promote a conscious community that still exists even after we all left. His teachings are so needed in the world right now that I wish everyone could receive the gift of this wisdom. Thank you Ira for sharing your light! ~ LB

I attended 4 of Ira’s workshops and can recommend Ira unequivocally as one of the most compelling and compassionate speakers that I have ever heard. His book “How To Survive Your Childhood Now That You’re an Adult” is a gem that will change the way you think forever. Ira has the rare gift to be able to condense a wide range of important information into appetizing nuggets of wisdom. ~ GA

I have attended three of Ira’s Esalen workshops and every time I learn something new. He is one of the most knowledgable people I have ever met. ~ CM

The workshop at Esalen exceeded my expectations both for the content of the material and opportunity to meet new tribal members. Ira understands how to deliver knowledge and tools that can change your life if you practice the new tools. The humor embedded in the content is powerful even though we were a tough crowd — he is a funny guy/edutrainer. ~ JB