I completely agree. It was extremely informative from a professional perspective and affirming on a personal level. Yet scary as all hell too as it raised a few doubts about things, whilst also giving me a bit of hope concerning their being a community out there who share a common goal. I enjoyed meeting the few people I spoke with even if I hid in the corner a lot at lunch/tea times. It was nice however to hear and see that there are practitioners willing to take on board what was said. Overall, it was a wonderful few days and I would gladly attend again given the opportunity.
Ps Sorry if I never spoke to anyone, I am just very shy in social situations. However in case any one was curious I was the weird fat looking person called David with the glasses, dark hair and a shoulder bag full of work stuff.