I have learnt so much from the Renew Health Retreat "Renew Your Life" Programs I have attended. When I went for my first 15 Days Program in October 2014, I didn't know what to expect. I had been off work for three months, recently diagnosed with a melanoma, self medicating and in a deep dark hole of Depression. I was reacting negatively to every situation and I was slowly killing myself. I came back brimming with new information and tools, a complete turn around on my outlook on life and miraculously for me, I actually changed my entire diet and gave up self medication. Before I came I wasn't expecting to make such a dramatic change in my life. A couple of months later I was diagnosed with Breast Cancer and I can honestly say that without having attended the Retreat, I would never have coped/survived with such a diagnosis. I then decided to go to another 12 Days Retreat in April 2015 to prepare myself for chemo, as I knew that it would put me in the best mindset and health I could possibly be in and I wanted to learn more.

The Program has taught me just how powerful the mind is and I have realised that I can be in control of my thoughts and my life, through changing the way I think. Just learning to become aware of my thoughts and then to put the things I have learnt into practice has had such a positive impact on my life. I am feeling happier, calmer and more appreciative of who I am and I have learnt to accept "ME" for "ME." Making small changes everday really does mak a big difference!  I will remember and practice what I have learnt forever.

After the juice detox and non-processed diet I now feel more energised and invigorated and I feel happier and less irritable. I have clearer, softer skin and whiter eyes and the aches and pains from my joints, hips and lower back have disappeared. I consider my journey to recovery to be one of the greatest gifts of my life!