Frank Way - PDP, 2012 

Deepening my spiritual practice has always been of great interest to me. Inner Visions provided me with the spiritual skills and tools I needed to know Myself. The Personal Spiritual Development experience has changed my life. I have embraced who I am as a father, as a leader, as a community member, as a man.

Rev. Candas Ifama Barnes – Ministerial Ordination, 2003

There simply are no words to describe my experiences as an Inner Visions student, alumni or faculty member. I came to Inner Visions to learn about myself and God. I stayed at Inner Visions because I gained a family and community that loved me in a manner I had never experienced. Throughout the process I have learned the power and value of gratitude and joy but most of all, I have learned how to live the truth of who I am. 

Rev. Terrie Bowling - IVISD Faculty 2005-2012

What I appreciate most from Inner Visions is that my teachers taught and demonstrated the practical application of spiritual principles. I appreciated my classmates because we all came together to figure out how to be a better version of who we were and we supported one another. I made lifelong connections that are priceless to me.

I also had the privilege and opportunity to be a faculty member. It was a gift to be able to now return the favor and be a stand and support for new students who came to the program. Students are encouraged to step out of their comfort zone and into their heart’s desire. As faculty I got to be their coach, cheerleader and reminder to have fun in the process. Inner Visions Institute for Spiritual Development was a life changing experience in my life and for that I am truly grateful!

Aldo V. Clarke, PDP, 2010

Looking back on my experience, I can truly say that attending the Institute was one of the most profound and healing experiences of my life. Iyanla Vanzant and the IVISD faculty led me on an excavation of my very being and mind, helping me to uncover a more powerful, thoughtful, conscious, self-loving me. I highly recommend attending IVISD to anyone who is ready to heal, grow and learn to love themselves.”