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The first two days I was in a rush to get back home, now I don’t even believe it—everyone in this room, I wish they could stay here with me. This week has been so much fun! …I never knew breathing could make you so relaxed like that. I was in a deep sleep and I was mad ‘cause they woke me up!  This camp gave me good visions of myself; like I pictured myself being in the NBA. And that’s something to live for. Also, I’ve made good friends here—everybody’s my friend!
–Wesley Chambers, 17, Washington DC

The YES! course was fun, surprising, helpful both physically and mentally.
– Stas, age 14, New York City

I loved everything about the YES! course from having diverse friendships to learning to live naturally.  The breathing made me calm and relaxed and I was able to calmly make decisions.  I will do the breathing exercises daily because it centered my mind and calmed me down.  At the end of the course I was happy that I did it with my 100%.  The environment is full of loving and caring people who just want to see the world grow with amazing people.  I would like to make it a part of the school curriculum in every high school.
– Jack, age 16, Virginia

The YES! course helped me to overcome fear and stress in my life.  I came in contact with the inner me.  It helped me to relax and make decisions wisely.  The breathing helps me to stay calm when I am angry for no reason.  It helps me to focus and helps me to sleep.  The YES! course helped me to say yes to my inner self and to take control of my spirit and mind.
–Tashana, age 17, Baltimore

Without this program I would be stressed!
–Paris Cooper, 16, Washington DC

I liked everything about the YES! Course.  It helped me to relax.  I really enjoyed it.  I want to pass it on to my community, my family and friends.  At the end of the course I felt really alive and amazing.  The YES! course was really exciting and everyone had a blast.  I wish it will continue in the future.
– Antonia, age 16, Pauingassi First Nation, Manitoba, Canada

I liked the games, the breathing exercises, the counselors and all the students at the YES! Camp.  The breathing helped me to be more focused on the task at hand and become calmer… made me more observant.  I don’t get as angry anymore.  At the end of the course I felt refreshed.  The YES! course is a program where limits can be broken.
– Jeffrey, age 18, Baltimore, MD

I loved the meditation.  The breathing helped me stay calm and control my anger.  I felt so happy at the end of the course.  The YES! course is something all of us need including kids our age.
– Edwin, age 16, Washington, D.C.

I liked meeting new people and having fun.  The breathing helped me to lessen my stress.  I’m much calmer and more focused… I felt like a new person at the end of the course.”
– Zuri, age 13, Georgia

I’m more relaxed and calm in stressful situations.  I felt completed and accomplished after taking the YES! course.  It was a fun and enjoyable experience.
– Nadine, age 17, New York City

I liked everything about the YES! course, from learning how to be more natural, opening up, to making great, unforgettable friends, and learning philosophy and techniques.  It affected my entire body, my entire mind, and entire spirit.  The breathing helped me to sustain calmness, feel more grounded and centered, and to be able to go to bed and fall asleep because I had a wonderful day.  At the end of the course I felt happy, clear, loved, powerful and connected.
– Caspar, age 18, Virginia

I liked getting to meet new people at the YES! course.  The breathing helped me to relax and it made me feel happy.  It helped me to control my anger.
– Rene, age 15, Pauingassi First Nation, Manitoba, Canada