Elsie Spittle has been an internationally recognized trainer and consultant for almost four decades. She is one of the few people who knew Sydney Banks, the originator of the Three Principles, before he had his profound insight, and who steadfastly supported him, despite her early strong resistance to his message. Elsie had the privilege of receiving "on the job" training directly from Mr. Banks, and was the first teacher, other than Syd, to share the Principles with mental health practitioners, educators, and others seeking a deeper understanding of life.