Testimonials

Possibly the best personal training programme I have ever done. Whether it personal or to tune yourself up for business, Marina is amazing at identifying key sticking points and providing the right tools for it. I enjoyed the programme so much I'm booking in the next!

I have done a few sessions with Marina both for myself and my teenage son. I cannot recommend her enough! She has a unique ability to connect with anyone and get to their individual motivators, pressure points or stress factors very fast, providing food for thought, insight and head space to find your path and the courage to follow it.

I had the priviledge to meet Marina last year, where I started my path towards self-discovery and personal growth. As a client who has benefited immensely from her sessions, I truly recommend her to anyone seeking for support and empowerment to embrace life changes. She is passionate and vibrant, she radiates inspiration and positivity and, what I love the most from her, is her ability to connect with you in a deep and meaninful level to uncover the root causes of the challenges you face, while igniting you with a sense of purpose and motivation. What sets Marina apart is her sunny personality and natural intuition alongside her unique approach to coaching. She encurages you to listen to your instincts and inner voice in a very safe and nurtiring environment that fosters trust and self-reflection. She makes you feel completely at ease opening up your thoughts and emotions and allowing vulnerability and healing to take place…. We have walked, drawn, laughed and also shed tears together! Each session is a new and enriching experience, so be ready for that!

'If not now, when?' A simple, yet profound question that you'll be asked by Marina when you work with her. Combining powerful coaching techniques with her own life experiences, Marina will quickly get to what needs to be addressed for you flourish and grow. With her sunny personality and tremendous generosity, she will help you find your sparkle and regain the zest for life that has become her trademark.

I cannot recommend Marina highly enough as someone who has benefitted and continues to benefit from her coaching daily. Her style is full on and infectious and she really challenges you to stop and think and change your approach. As much as you may feel you know better, once you embrace her methods the changes in your life are immense. Marina was recommended to me by another client of hers when I needed to rebalance myself. I had always wondered how my colleague had handled herself so well through the constant challenges and pressure we were facing. Once I learned the methods and approaches, it was easy to spot her putting them into play and being able to react alongside her. Marina completely changed my thought process and approach to both my work and personal life, so much so that I used her techniques with both my daughters as well. You will slip back every now and again and Marina is always on hand to drop you a quick message acknowledging and reaffirming or challenging so you quickly right the ship. Marina loves life and she embodies that thoroughly and will change your life if you let her.

I contacted Marina as Father of two children. My daughter, the youngest, was having challenges with School and accepting the complexities of her parents separating. Whilst she has a strong character, she struggled with the new structure and her friendship groups. Marina helped my daughter realised what she had and who she was. She reminded her she had an armoury of strengths and putting them together with patience was all that was needed. My daughter enjoyed six sessions face to face followed up with notes that Marina provided remotely. A truly remarkable experience for my daughter and for me too.

Marina me enseñó técnicas, me dio pautas a seguir. Me ayudó a saber lo que quería ,me reforzó como persona .... Y mi vida empezó a cambiar. Me empecé a querer más y mejor ,ahora me aceptó con mis defectos ,que son muchos y mis virtudes que son muchas también. Aprendo de todo ,volví a sonreír y a ser alegre ,mi niña interior seguía ahí . También tengo bajones ,pero cuando eso sucede tiro de mis recursos : sus técnicas , las pautas y de la meditación las aprendí con ella .Yo la llamo mi "Hada madrina" Cambio mi vida .... Gracias por ser y estar Marina--

When I first came to Marina, as a young woman I was struggling with low self-esteem and periods of anxiousness. Throughout the course of Marina’s sessions, I have found an incredible improvement in my self-confidence, resilience and drive in life. All of which will benefit me in the future when dealing with stressful situations in both work and home environments. Thank you, Marina, for helping me to love myself again!! — con Marina Fernandez

Since my sons time with Marina, working with the Giant Child programme I have noticed remarkable differences in both his confidence, his ability to accept himself, his positivity and his attitude to work and life in general. When combined these things start to alter how he is perceived by others, so is getting on better with his peers. His improving work ethic helps get praise from teachers, which in turn makes him feel better, and he then wants to work harder. His mood is better as he’s less stressed about his work and getting into trouble. Being a teenager today is extremely difficult, Marina has given Ben the tools he needs to thrive, we couldn’t be happier.

I took Florence to see Marina because she had some school problems at the time as well as some emotional insecurities . She lacked of confidence, direction and was a bit confused, scare to speak up, upset . Marina showed her some strategies to calm herself down when needed. Find comfort and feel safe ,as well as working on her feelings and her perception of the world. Since then Florence is a lot of more confidence, approach the school with excitement in spite that she is doing her mocks GCSE at the moment, and when she gets nervous now she knows what to do . She is driven and motivated,loves herself lot more, Believes she can achieve anything if she puts her mind to it and feels calmer it does not matter what goes around. Marina’s energy,passion love for her subject and enthusiasm is contagious I would most definitely recommend Marina as part of your child development. I now can see Florence thriving as well as enjoying herself.

Marina's 'Giant Child Workshop' has made a huge difference to our daughter, Lily. It has helped increase her confidence both personally and at school. She has learnt through the workshop to believe in herself and that she has the ability to succeed in whatever she puts her mind to. She now takes more responsibility for her homework and revision. The workshop has given Lily a new found sense of being. We cannot recommend the 'Giant Child' Workshop enough.

When children feel valued and accepted and confident to what is required they develop high self esteem. When they think great things about themselves and understand what to do when they aren't feeling so good they can achieve success . When they feel able to make mistakes and understand why they learn more than a child who does not. That is the gift a giant child gives to our children and I see a happier and more confident young man emerging from my anxious son. I will without hesitation be bringing my young daughter to the course when she is the right age. Marina is fabulous with the children .

At Indigo have been working with Marina for the past year and she has helped us to transform our business. Her energy and enthusiasm for life is very infectious and has given us the courage to make some very difficult business decisions. Working with Marina is always fun and having worked with both our Managing Director and our Senior Managers she is now using her magic to strengthen team commitment further down the organisation. We thoroughly recommend Marina Zest for Life.

The coaching I received from Marina was not what I was expecting at all, in a good way. It has helped me to see things clearer and become more grounded. In my professional life it has helped me to focus on what I can control rather than areas completely outside my control. Personally it has taught me that it isn’t wrong to sometimes put myself first, that this isn’t a selfish thing to do. Since the coaching I feel in control, and probably my biggest achievement has been in a personal weight loss journey, where I have lost 4stone, to date. I believe that a big part of this has been the self belief that Marina has installed in me ‘That I am worth!’

Marina helped me to pinpoint behaviour patterns that were subconsciously causing me a problem and then supported me in going more deeply into these. As a result, I now have tools to address these, as and when they come up. Marina helped me to shift some emotions that I had been stuck with for a long time and I now feel so much lighter for releasing these. Marina has a very gentle and caring way of coaching and is very good at supporting you when addressing things that may have been buried for a long time. She is a fun loving and experienced coach and I would recommend you spend time in her presence.

What did I feel like when I first came in: - no confidence - unhappy - upset - angry - a lot of anxiety How Marina made me feel during the proccess: - welcome - confident - happy - calm What I think I have gained: - self confidence - self belief - gained techniques that will always help me How do you feel now? - love myself - happy - confident - believe in myself

When I first came in I felt stressed and thought the world was against me. I wasn't very happy because of reasons I thought were out of my control. Marina made me feel calmer and more focused and that I can achieve what I want to achieve. I have gained valuable techniques to de-stress and make myself happier. These have helped me a lot. Now I feel happier, calmer and more in control.

I’ve also needed to concentrate on something ( my finger) for a minute. Mindfulness. I’ve learned to pick the right path I would recommend it to 12 to 15 year olds cos it sets you up for life. It gives you the tools to deal with things.

I have learned to be confident in myself, powerful, I have overcome my fears adn learnt not to care about what others think about me. The 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 exercise made my days a lot more productive and efficient.

I have learned that there is a way around fears and worries and nothing is going to stop me. I felt that I could trust Marina and I can tell her any private information.

Marina's workshop has inspired me to get into the crowds and know that I can do it. I feel happy, positive, confident and strong, really big.

I feel I have gained confidence, I feel proud of myself and that I will succeed. I have learned that everybody is different and that is good to celebrate. It is good to know who you are.

I’ve gained self confidence and that perseverance is a good thing. I’ve learned to keep trying whatever to get results. I have used the fingers crossing change thing a lot and I have turned on my lasers this week .

My strength is within me and doesn't come from anyone's approval or anything material. I've learned to trust myself , listen to my inner needs and love my whole self including all my faults. I can take a moment whenever I need to release the positive energy I need to deal with daily challenges and live a happy life .

Creating multi million pound start-ups from scratch and taking them through to a successful exit is a perfect recipe to fall apart as a human being. Marina is the soul glue to keep you on track and thoroughly enjoying your life. Beyond recommended.

There’s truly nothing more empowering than rediscovering one’s own power. Thank you, from the bottom of my heart, you are amazing.

I am so pleased that I am still experiencing the joy and clarity that has come with realising and believing that I have the power to lead the life I want

I am able to receive and spread limitless love; I am able to trust and believe myself. I feel safe and balanced. I am calm, relaxed and powerful beyond measure.

Marina was caring and encouraging and to this day our friendship is so strong…I would recommend this to anyone I love and care for.

Thank you Marina, for the tools and time you invested in me, I know they have opened a door of many possibilities and appreciation.