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A small selection of kind words

🌿 Sacred Ceremonies & Rituals

Heartfelt reflections from weddings, handfastings, vow renewals, funerals and other rites of passage.
“The feedback we received from all our guests was absolutely phenomenal: ‘the best ceremony and totally us’…”
🤍 Hi Veronika! Oh my word, I don’t even know where to begin. Thank you so much for all your hard work to craft such a meaningful ceremony and all the other practical support you gave yesterday. I’m so grateful for you, for making us feel so at ease on the day and the simple yet crucial reminder, to just relax and soak up the moment. The nerves were real! I couldn’t have asked for a better person to create and officiate our ceremony! We’ll treasure our beautiful handtying cords—currently on the hunt for a spectacular display box! I think the ceremony will be talked about for a very long time! It was gorgeous, super laid back and just what we had envisioned. My brother loved your mum vibes and was blown away by the care and respect delivered. The amplification worked a dream—it went super smoothly. You and Paul looked absolutely incredible.
— Sophie Little, Wedding Ceremony


“Every single mourner was blown away by the level of care that went into my daughter’s service.”
🤍 Absolutely PERFECT, Veronika. Every single mourner was blown away by the level of care that went into my daughter’s service. How can we ever thank you? When the funeral director said he’d get us the best celebrant, he wasn’t wrong! It was so clear that this isn’t just a job for you but a way of life. We thank the gods that brought you our way. We hope our paths cross again one day (in happier circumstances). A million thank yous.
— Candice, Funeral at Beetham Hall Crematorium Chapel 


“Thank you for going above and beyond our expectations of what a wedding could be for us.”
🤍 To Veronika, We can’t thank you enough for making our day the extra special one that it was, and we are so very lucky to have found you and to have been bonded to each other by your expert hands. We are still amazed that you managed to make a rather eclectic selection of ribbons into such a lovely handtying cord. We will forever cherish both of our beautiful ceremonies and would just like to say thank you for going above and beyond our expectations of what a wedding could be for us. We wish you all the best.
— Dan and Daniel, Handfasting & Secret Ceremony, Lake District 


“What should have been one of the worst days of our lives was somehow comforting and relaxing.”
🤍 We’re not sure how you did it but what should have been one of the worst days of our lives was somehow ‘enjoyable’. That might not be exactly the right word but it was so comforting and relaxing (oddly) to hear how beautifully you spoke about Mam. What a gift you have. Right from the first moment we met you and until we said goodbye, we felt like we had a good friend with us. Thank you. Thank you always.
— Trina, Tommy and John, Funeral at Carlisle Crematorium Chapel


“You gave us not only the perfect wedding ceremony but something else we didn’t know we needed. You gave us you.”
🤍 We wanted to thank you for the outstanding ceremony. Truly beautiful in every way. Today was a dream come true and only possible because of you. Your artistry is out of this world. You gave us not only the perfect wedding ceremony but something else we didn’t know we needed. You gave us you. We both agree that had we chosen anyone else, we simply wouldn’t have had the magical wedding you gave us. During our past year getting to know you, every meeting filled us with confidence that we’d made the right choice. We are so very, very, very grateful. We’ll be back for the naming ceremony!
— Clayton and Jenna, Wedding Ceremony at Corby 


“The only thing people could talk about was the ‘best funeral they’d ever been to’…”
🤍 Oh Veronika! What can we say? That exceeded our expectations in so many ways. Tim and I are not long back home from the funeral tea and even though we’re exhausted I just wanted to get in touch straight away to say thank you so much. I thought we would spend the afternoon listening to all sorts of stories about James but the only thing people could talk about was the ‘best funeral they’d ever been to’ and how well you must have known him. Nobody could believe when I said you’d never met him. Don’t ever change.
— Ann xxxxx, Funeral Ceremony at Carlisle Crematorium 


“It really is utterly beautiful and is such a fitting reflection of Dad’s life and work.”
🤍 Thanks so much for sending this through; it really is utterly beautiful and is such a fitting reflection of Dad’s life and work. It brought us both to tears. Once again, thank you so much for this incredible tribute to him. We couldn’t have asked for anything better. Warm wishes.
— Sarah, Funeral Script


“Veronika incorporated our pagan beliefs, told our love story with her inimitable, tender way, and crafted bespoke rituals.”
🤍 We first met Veronika in 2020 when our funeral director set her up with us to officiate my mother-in-law’s funeral. What followed was the most beautiful service. When the time came for us to organise my own mother’s funeral, she had already expressed that she wanted Veronika to lead it. Veronika suggested our youngest did a picture tribute and helped our eldest find a reading which fit completely with our beliefs. It was truly one of the saddest, but most love-filled days of my life. Upon celebrating a decade of marriage, my husband and I decided we would have a vow renewal, only because we knew the perfect celebrant for the job! We had a perfect day, exceeding expectations. Veronika told our love story with her inimitable, tender way. She crafted bespoke rituals for us and our children… it was stunning.
— Kerrie Holding, Vow Renewal & Funerals 


“You are one special lady, so genuine, warm, caring and everything lovely.”
🤍 Dearest Veronika, I wanted to say a huge thank you to you for making mum’s funeral so perfect. You are one special lady, so genuine, warm, caring and everything lovely. Thank you for your professionalism and dealings with me, you will stay close to my heart forever. All my love and gratitude to you. Take care of yourself.
— Karen xxx, Funeral at Eden Valley Crematorium 


“You really captured who she was and it was a truly beautiful service.”
🤍 Thank you so much for your support and beautiful words today at my grandma’s service, you really captured who she was and it was a truly beautiful service. We can’t thank you enough for making the process that bit easier for us, and the pot of snowdrops too was so kind of you. Sending lots of love and best wishes.
— The Dodd family, Funeral at Carlisle Crematorium
“I so appreciate your sensitivity and the respectful and peaceful way you talked about my dad.”
🤍 Hi Veronika, I just wanted to say thank you so much for your lovely service on Friday. We couldn’t have asked for a more fitting send-off. I so appreciate your sensitivity and the respectful and peaceful way you talked about my dad. He’d have really liked you. Thank you so much.
— Lorraine, Funeral Ceremony, Carlisle Crematorium 


“I have some super comments saying how much they felt you summed Ian up so well.”
🤍 Dear Veronika, I can’t thank you enough for your wonderful service yesterday, I have some super comments on my FB page saying how much they enjoyed it and felt you summed Ian up so well. It has been a pleasure to meet you and have you share this last chapter of Ian’s life with me, my family and friends. I am very grateful for you sending the ceremony script. Thank you again for all you have done. Kind regards.
— Pauline, Funeral at Carlisle Crematorium 


“You are incredible at what you do and you made today fantastic.”
🤍 Dear Veronika, I can not begin to thank you enough for today. It was truly amazing and such a beautiful day. You are incredible at what you do and you made today fantastic. I thank you from the bottom of my heart for making today so memorable. Much love.
— Ceri xx, Wedding on the Shores of Buttermere 


“Dad would have loved the service, you captured all aspects of his life and delivered it wonderfully.”
🤍 On behalf of everyone attending my dad’s funeral today I would like to thank both you and Paul. Dad would have loved the service, you captured all aspects of his life and delivered it wonderfully. Thank you xx.
— Linda, Funeral at Carlisle Cemetery Chapel 


“The absolute exquisite ceremony you have written is beyond our imagination.”
🤍 How do we even start this email? Wow….. wow…. wow…! There literally are not enough words to describe what you have done for us here. The absolute exquisite ceremony you have written is beyond our imagination. We read it aloud, and took turns when one of us cried and couldn’t carry on. Thank you SO much! It is legitimately perfect. Literally the most phenomenal ceremony we have ever heard and we are so excited for our guests to experience it with us!
— H + J, Wedding Celebrant for a couple from Canada 


“We’ve had numerous friends and family tell us it was the best ceremony they have ever witnessed.”
🤍 Lyndsay and I wanted to say a HUGE thank you! The ceremony you put together was nothing short of spectacular. It really was. You captured the essence of Lyndsay and I beautifully and your words were so moving. I don’t think I have ever laughed and cried so much in such a short space of time. Even religious family members commented on how moving and special they found it. You smashed it out of the park!!
— Jake and Lyndsay, Autumnal Wedding at Askham Hall 


“Everyone was in awe of the service you had put together and the gentleness of your delivery.”
🤍 Thank you for leading the service – even though a sad occasion I think we gave J the best send off possible. Everyone was in awe of the service you had put together and the gentleness and sensitivity of your delivery. Love to you.
— J and M xxxx, Funeral at Eden Valley Crematorium


“Tom’s been in tears this morning saying that ceremony was the happiest moment of his life.”
🤍 Thank you Veronika for yesterday, it was so beautiful and something we will treasure for a lifetime. The party went on, but the ceremony was our favourite part of the day. We’ve had so much wonderful feedback on the ceremony, how personal and different it was and how lovely you were. The set up was gorgeous and the rain somehow added to the cosy atmosphere. We just loved working with you, your guidance absolutely shaped our day.
— Jen and Tom, Treehouse Wedding at Into The Woods 


“People asked who you were, and did you know Dad?! It was so personal they felt like you knew him.”
🤍 Hi Veronika, That was absolutely lovely. As far as these things go. Thank you so much. You should know people asked who you were, and did you know Dad?! It was so personal they felt like you knew him. Brilliant job and thanks again.
— A, Funeral Ceremony at Beetham Hall Crematorium Chapel


“Thank you for today. You did an amazing service.”
🤍 Thank you for today. You did an amazing service.
— Steph x, Funeral at Eden Valley Crematorium 


“Thank you so much for today, Veronika. Such a lovely service once again.”
🤍 Thank you so much for today, Veronika. Such a lovely service once again. You are fantastic. Take care.
— Jessica xxx, Funeral Ceremony, Carlisle Crematorium 


“Veronika, you are AMAZING. You’re the best celebrant I’ve ever seen!”
🤍 Veronika, you are AMAZING. You’re the best celebrant I’ve ever seen!
— Alex, Funeral Ceremony 


“We had such a lovely day and thank you for being amazing!”
🤍 Thank you so much! We had such a lovely day and thank you for being amazing! All the best.
— Roberta xxx, Askham Hall Wedding


“You helped make the day incredibly special… off spectacularly well.”
🤍 Thank you! You helped make the day incredibly special… which meant that our day went off spectacularly well. All the best.
— D, Wedding Ceremony, Rose Castle


🎓 Mentoring & Celebrant Training

A few reflections from students and professional celebrants at retreats and diploma courses.
“The training was beautifully designed, empowering, bespoke and surprisingly transformative!”
🤍 I first met Veronika when she led a family member’s funeral with such grace, compassion, and authenticity that I immediately knew I wanted her as my wedding celebrant. That powerful experience led me to discover Heart-Led Celebrants, and I soon began my own training journey with Veronika and Paul. The training was beautifully designed, empowering, bespoke and surprisingly transformative! The course materials were insightful and easy to follow, encouraging personal growth and creativity at all times. The feedback was rigorous, constructive, and kind. Paul’s vocal coaching was incredibly valuable. Both Veronika and Paul are knowledgeable, hospitable, and the loveliest people you could ever meet! I would HIGHLY recommend Veronika and Paul to anyone seeking a meaningful, heart-led path into becoming a celebrant. Thank you!
— Sophie Little, Heart-Led Celebrant Training


“True experts in their respective fields, they are equally rigorous and generous with their training.”
🤍 This is a very proud moment and I cannot thank Veronika Robinson and Paul Robinson enough. True experts in their respective fields they are equally rigorous and generous with their training and I have absolutely loved every minute of it. Their genuine care, advice and support is fantastic. Two amazing people I have been lucky enough to meet and learn from. 💜💜
— Christina Nutter, Celebrant Training


“When I am with you, I always feel safe to be 100% myself and that always elevates my spirits.”
🤍 I have been thinking about the retreat all week – the activities, the food, the atmosphere, but most of all – the people. Thank you for all that you did to facilitate so many wonderful sessions and for the warmth and acceptance that you radiate. When I am with you, I always feel safe to be 100% myself and that always elevates my spirits. Much love.
— Susie xx, Creativity Retreat for Celebrants


“It made such a difference at every stage, from meeting the family to delivering on the day.”
🤍 Hi Veronika, I just wanted to let you know that I led my first funeral ceremony yesterday, and it went really well. I can’t tell you how much I appreciated all the training I had from you and Paul. It made such a difference at every stage, from meeting the family, to preparing and practising, and then delivering on the day. The voice work Paul did with me was invaluable and really helped me find my confidence. I was on such a high afterwards, and it’s definitely made me want to do more! Thank you both so much for the amazing training, support and belief in me ❤️
— Lesley x, Celebrant Training


“Thank you for your generosity in sharing your knowledge, for your guidance, and above all patience.”
🤍 Dear Paul and Veronika, Thank you for welcoming me into your home; for sharing your lovely home-made soup and biscuits – and all that tea! Thank you for your generosity in sharing your knowledge, for your guidance, and above all patience. Much love.
— Judy, Diploma in Advanced Celebrancy and Ritual Training


“She taught me the difference between ‘That’s great’, and ‘That’s incredible’.”
🤍 The day I found Veronika Robinson, I knew I had found ‘the one’. Her ethos fits perfectly with mine. She is the most wonderful woman, as well as being a top notch celebrant and author, and a brilliant celebrant trainer. She was also RUTHLESS in ensuring that every piece of work I produced through her Heart-Led Training programme was outstanding. She taught me how to use words to create something personal and full of emotion.
— Michelle Knight, Advanced Celebrancy Training


“Veronika, what I saw you model so beautifully was how to step into responsibility with gravitas, humility, and lightness.”
🤍 The way you wear responsibility is like an invisibility cloak, with reverence and respect for the magic. It seems you wear this mantle with such grace, and heart, and with such outward-facing love that Responsibility is not carried as a burden of the ego, but gently shepherded as a sacred honour bestowed by spirit. Framed like this, I feel profoundly different about Responsibility. Humbled, not afraid. Ready to serve.
— Jennifer, Celebrant Training


✨ Words from the Cosmos

A sample of kind words regarding Psychological Astrology Oracle Readings.
“Thank you so very much for my reading this morning. It has given me an extraordinary sense of peace and belonging to myself.”
🤍 I absolutely wholeheartedly loved it. It has given me an extraordinary sense of peace and belonging to myself. What a gift! My head has been in the clouds for the rest of the day while I’ve processed all you told me. I feel stronger and more aligned with what I’m working towards. Thank you a thousand times over Veronika. You’re so wonderful at what you do.
— Lisa, Astrology Reading


“These amazing astrology sessions answered questions I didn’t know I needed to ask.”
🤍 Veronika Robinson’s wonderful depth of knowledge, calm and reassuring manner, and use of stories, music, and food awakened my senses, giving me an empathy for myself I had never allowed myself as a gift. I am using the wisdom I gained constantly, to help with worries, fears and making future plans. Truly life-changing, life-affirming and life-loving.
— Denise Ridgway, Astrology Reading


“When I had my first astrology reading with Veronika, it helped me parent with more kindness and understanding.”
🤍 The time we spent together understanding her chart helped me parent with more kindness and understanding. It helped me really SEE her, and not CREATE her all the time. Since then, I have treated myself to a few more readings, and each one has left me feeling more confident and clear. I highly recommend an hour with Veronika.
— Kirsty Dodds, South Africa


🌸 From My Readers

Samples of praise for Magical Feminism, Romance Novels, and Non-Fiction Manuals.
“Where to start… your book became my birth Bible throughout my first and second pregnancies.”
🤍 Now as my sister prepares to birth herself I have searched for your book again and now with such love in my heart I share your wisdom to another woman through her journey of producing life. Thank you, with such gratitude for your words, your teachings and for sharing with us things we already know but need a little guidance to find within.
— Ruth, Reader of ‘The Birthkeepers’


“You are the only other person I’ve met that feels flowers the way I do… so simple, but amazing.”
🤍 Little by little I have found rare private moments to escape to the Colorado hills for the 3rd and final time. I’ve just finished that journey and, with delight, discovered your little hand-written message. Ruby Radiance added a new twist to my love of flowers and I will now forever keep her in my thoughts. You’re the best writer ever!
— Dawn W., Reader of ‘Flowers in Her Hair’


“I found it so incredibly useful to have each stage and writing tool described in such a clear and methodical way.”
🤍 Breaking down the understanding of writing a eulogy by looking at the areas of life and also by considering literary elements made the process, for me, far less huge and daunting. Truly, I loved it; it’s accessible, so informative and a joy to read. Your ability to share personal information about yourself is really heartwarming.
— Lorraine Haven, Celebrant & Reader of ‘Write That Eulogy’


“Your contribution to the world is continually shining the warm, illuminating light of kindness and compassion.”
🤍 Thank you for continually shining the light into the cold and lonely darkness we all too often find ourselves inhabiting. With much love.
— Kimberlee, USA



About Veronika

Veronika Sophia Robinson is a celebrant, celebrant trainer, and the author of many non-fiction books and novels.

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