Testimonials

Hi Stephen,

Good to hear from you.

I am delighted to feedback my thoughts on the POLAR BEAR COMMUNITY and the work you have done in recent years.

As you know my main contact with you has been through the training we did together on the Pan London programme. From my perspective the potential development of PBC's work both nationally and internationally is huge as you have both identified a need and innovative strategies for meeting that need that are both bespoke and life enhancing to those who take part. Your personal/professional knowledge, awareness and enthusiasm is particularly inspiring.

I am sorry that my input is not more substantial but am sure that we will work together in the future and as such I will gain an even greater insight. In the meantime I wish both yourself and POLAR BEAR every success.

Best wishes

Paul Macey

Stephen Wish is a wonderful human being who is continuing to make a positive difference and valuable contribution to our community.

Feza Sengul - Founder of www.praisepromotions.co.uk

Terrific Programs!
A big benefit to the community!
I personally benefited greatly from Stephen's expert coaching!
I recommend him most highly and without the slightest reservation!

Dr Peter Juhl.

"What is unique in The Polar Bear Community and particularly Stephen Wish is the genuine generosity and care they give to their beneficiaries and networks. They nurture the authentic and creative potential in people without imposing a rigid frame. They always interact with warmth and patience. Keep up the good work!"

Take good care of yourself, Stephen!
Servane
Servane Mouazan
O g u n t ê - Global Tribal Network
Events, Training and Coaching for Social Innovation

Nominated for the Social Enterprise Mentor of the Year in the Edge Upstarts Awards 2007.

I moved to London in 2004, not having any friends and little family close by I was longing for something to do. I first came across the Polar Bear Organization when I walked into the West Green Learning Centre looking for something to occupy my time. Instead what I found was a life changing experience and wonderful new friends.  It began with the Xpress Yourself course which opened my eyes to many different POSITIVE things about life.  From there I was introduced to loads of self-development courses, classes and things to do.  I am ever grateful to Stephen for allowing us to have such a wonderful outlet where we can be ourselves and CONNECT with one another.  LOVE, PEACE AND BLESSINGS...
Chantel

Hi Stephen,

I'm sorry to hear you're back in a depressive period of your illness.

In terms of feedback for your Polar Bear Affinity program I truly believe it works. It was clear to me, seeing the changes of the individuals on the course that the material offered a change in perspective and a greater sense of understanding of conversational change. I believe the work is very much suited to a longer run program, giving the attendees the ability
and freedom to explore the concepts between sessions.

The course offers the opportunity to more fully integrate the revolutionary ideas that conversation and true listening can provide a solid and lasting platform for building self-awareness, self-confidence and a safe place for personal change.

In short, the course does work. The material is valid on a small and large scale and when it is introduced into mainstream educational programs, it has boundless potential to change a great number of lives for the better.

I hope this helps. Please let me know if you need anything else.

Smiles
Sue

I can say of my dealings with Polar Bear that it is an excellent organisation for empowering communities. Having come in contact with a number of people that have been through the program it was clear that they were positive and enthusiastic, and had benefited from the program. The CEO Stephen is dedicated and passionate about the work of Polar Bear. Long may it continue.

Kind regards
Make it Happen-VJB

Hi Stephen,
I came to your classes last year and then stopped as what I wanted came on a silver plate. I got a job teaching near the mountains.
I remember the enthusiasm you had and the febrile state you were in for each session. I am very sorry to learn that your health problems are back. Could they be due to a lack of vital elements?
About feedback, I enjoyed the way you introduced your topic as there was always room for fun. For instance when you asked us to plan our journey to go to London, that was a good analogy.
I wish you to feel better and I am sending you good energy.
Anne

Dear Stephen,

There is no doubt that you are doing a magnificent job to help people and organizations to move forward and achieve their aims and objectives.  The Islamic Community Centre (ICC) is very grateful for your continuous support to our organization especially for the training you provided to our staff in order to achieve PQASSO Quality Mark.

Kind regards
Said Mope

After closing my Ladies Clothes Shop in July 2004 and searching for a new direction in my life, I began attending a course called Xpress Yourself in the same year.

This course by Stephen Wish has changed my perception towards life to a much more positive one. I have gained personal confidence and started to accept myself more.

Stephen’s enduring encouragement helped me to study to become a counsellor.
To this day I feel fortunate to have a friend like Stephen.

His insight, understanding, unconditional positive regard and congruence is invaluable to me and I am sure to many others.
I wish him health and success with his authentic and humanistic projects which could be life changing for many people, including himself.

Thank you for your unconditional positive Love

Christine Anna

"Stephen Wish and the Polar Bear Community offer an open and welcoming attitude to all who come into contact with them. Stephen's gift is that he is a gentle bear, strong (which can be reassuring to those who are feeling a bit 'wobbly' in themselves) and able to instil self confidence in those with whom he interacts. Stephen is committed to bringing communication through his model of coaching to as many as possible, making this accessible
to many who might otherwise not have the opportunity to receive this type of training."

Love and smiles from Diane (Kutz)

Keep up the good work'
It is important that even the shy members are encouraged to express
themselves.
The sessions are very relaxed. Openess is encouraged.

Ellen

Hi Stephen, Simone here.
Thanks for your text. I hope you are well.
Just wanted to let you know that I won’t be attending your next class.
I would also like to thank you for giving me the kick up the backside that I needed.
You made me realise that I have been procrastinating for far to long & making excuses as to why I can’t do this & can’t do that with my life, i.e. singing & music.
You have also helped me identify the negative in my life and enabled me to remove it.
I no longer allow people to treat me with disrespect & I no longer allow people to waste my time & try to get me back to procrastinating (it’s strange I can spot them a mile off now).
Anyway, I am starting college this month, I am doing a sound studio course during the day & various music related courses in the evenings.
This is the environment I have always wanted to be/work in.
Since your class I have been asking the universe for help/guidance & I believe that I have received it.
I feel I am on the right path for me & I am happier than I have been in a very long time.
Once again thanks for your part, all the best for the future
Simone x

I found the course quite inspirational, never a dull moment.  I will tell friends about the course and encourage them to join next term.

Angela

Useful, Inspiring, Fun!  Check it out!

Martin

Xpress Yourself has helped me gain more confidence in dealing with British culture. I also gained insight in dealing with my family situations by sharing learned virtues from class.  I found self reassurance & a true connection with Stephen.

Cora
North London

Thank you so much!
You know what, you were still with me in a way yesterday as I practised what
you had told me... I didn't allow the theft to bruise me, I didn't take it
personally (as a theft doesn't do it against you anyway, he/she is just
after your belongings, they have got clear intentions, don't they!)
That state of mind allowed me to take action, move on, focus (police, bank
accounts, technical stuff, keys, locks, insurance, the whole circus).
I must admit I was less strong at the end of the day, and screamed for a
cuddle! but hey, I am only human!
So you see, what you told me in January was still with me!
Thank you!!!!!

Servane

"Stephen touched me. He has been able to share with us his experiences which has seen him at his very lowest (in the gutter), yet he has risen and been able to give positive meaning to life, he holds back nothing - this has made me look at myself and realise that we have one life to live and we should fulfil all our dreams and ambitions and not hold back on anything. He has shown me how to share thoughts."

Xpress Yourself Student

"I wanted to die before I came to the class but now I'd rather die than live like I was living before - and I'm not gonna die, I'm only young."

Xpress Yourself Student

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