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Eveything you need, you already have.

Our Book

A GROUNDBREAKING BOOK FOR WORKSHOP LEADERS, TEACHERS, AND FACILITATORS

"Ken and his team have captured lightning in a bottle."

—Stephen Cope, author of The Great Work of Your Life and Deep Human Connection
 

"What  a masterful, thorough, encouraging, and useful book! With specific  tips, heartfelt support, respect for the diversity of teachers and  participants, and practical troubleshooting . . . this book is full of  value for both beginner and experienced workshop teachers. What a gem! "
—Rick Hanson, PhD, author of Buddha’s Brain, Hardwiring Happiness, Resilient, and Neuro Dharma
 

Step into your role as a transformational facilitator with clarity, confidence, and soul.

Are you ready to lead workshops, retreats, or trainings that truly change lives—including your own?

Whether you’re a first-time facilitator or a seasoned leader seeking new depth, Designing & Leading Life-Changing Workshops is your trusted guide. With over 40,000 copies sold and a 4.5-star average rating, this book has become the go-to resource for heart-centered leaders and teachers who are ready to step into their authentic power.


This isn’t just a book—it’s a transformational experience.

Inside, you’ll discover a mind-body-spirit approach that blends neuroscience, ancient wisdom, and decades of lived experience. The authors—master facilitators and beloved Kripalu instructors—offer step-by-step guidance, stories, and practical tools to help you:

  • Cultivate your authentic presence and lead with confidence.
  • Build psychological safety and trust in your groups.
  • Design workshops that inspire, engage, and transform.
  • Navigate group dynamics with skill and grace.
  • Deliver lasting impact with tools, templates, and real-world examples.


Who this book is for:
Heart-centered teachers, leaders, facilitators, coaches, educators, creatives, and retreat leaders—especially those who value authenticity, embodiment, holistic learning, and the journey of transformation. If you’re seeking a more soulful, experiential, and presence-based approach to leading workshops, this book will meet you where you are and guide you forward.


Who it’s not for:
If you’re seeking a corporate-style manual focused solely on logistics and performance, this may not be the right fit. While the book is practical—with templates, tools, and checklists—its foundation is reflective and holistic, drawing on contemplative traditions and embodied learning. Readers looking for dense theory or prescriptive formulas may find the approach too reflective or unconventional.


What readers are saying:

“It’s like having a private tutorial with masters of the craft.”


“Say goodbye to impostor syndrome—this book is the KEY.”


“I’ll never lead a workshop the same way again.”


“From nerves to mastery—my 5-day training was a success thanks to this book.”


Whether you're hosting your first Zoom session or designing a multi-day retreat, this book will meet you where you are—and show you how to bring your vision to life with clarity, compassion, and soul.

You already have everything you need. This book will help you remember that—and guide you in sharing it with the world.


"The best teachers somehow magically inspire you from the inside."

“It’s like having a private tutorial with masters of the craft.”


“Say goodbye to impostor syndrome—this book is the KEY.”


“I’ll never lead a workshop the same way again.”


“From nerves to mastery—my 5-day training was a success thanks to this book.”

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#1 Best Seller in Non-Formal Education #1 Best Seller in Education Leadership

#1 Best Seller in Non-Formal Education #1 Best Seller in Education Leadership

#1 Best Seller in Non-Formal Education #1 Best Seller in Education Leadership

#1 Best Seller in Non-Formal Education #1 Best Seller in Education Leadership

#1 Best Seller in Non-Formal Education #1 Best Seller in Education Leadership

#1 Best Seller in Non-Formal Education #1 Best Seller in Education Leadership

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"The authors of this book write from a combination of extensive experience and solid research. This book is incredibly useful for anyone who wants to create or facilitate a workshop. The hard thing is that being a workshop leader requires a lot of inner work of your own! Luckily this book offers tools for that. Even better if you can join the authors for their courses at Kripalu, where you get to experience their teachings and do some of your own inner work in real time. I think they are also offering an online program now too, but I haven't experienced it personally. Great book, great authors, great experience with them at Kripalu."

Amazon 5 star review—MBT

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"Thank you so very much . . . your excellent book was just exactly what I needed to develop my skills in going from 'presentation' to 'workshop'!!"

Dr. Maren Gube, Researcher, McGill University, International Institute of Education

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"The best teachers somehow magically inspire you from the inside. This wonderful guide shows you how the magic is performed."

Sudhir Jonathan Foust, President Emeritus and a Senior Teacher at Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health

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