It’s hard to believe that back in 2020, after having our youngest child, I was diagnosed with Stage 4 bowel cancer. I don’t think I’ll ever forget the emotions of PANIC & FEAR that came from hearing that one “C”word and the possibility of what that could mean for mine and my families future.

It’s been 3 and a half years since my surgery to remove my tumor, and while I’d like to say I haven’t looked back, I’m not fully there yet. I liken it to my own form of PTSD when I have to get scans or bloodwork done but these are the only times I allow myself to open the lid on that shoebox and acknowledge those thoughts for what they are. It’s ok to have moments of fear but I think the biggest lesson that I have learnt from this experience is that it’s not ok to let it take over, nor is that beneficial for one’s body to heal. I’m back living life to its fullest and encourage my children to do the same, something that I am continuously working on.

My last scan came back clear and my oncologist said that he has seen so much growth in me as a person in the time that he has gotten to know me and that I’ve taken advantage of all of the advice plus some that I have been given in regards to exercise and self care and healing.

I can’t take full credit for any of it because I had a support system of people who have helped to get me to where I am today.

Without taking part in the Radical Remission workshops and meeting the fabulous people within the group, I don’t think I would be in the position that I am today. I’m truly thankful to Justine for all of her helpful support and advice along this journey that I continue to travel on. If you get the opportunity to sign up, please do so!

I have no doubt in my mind that the Radical Remission course I did with Justine saved my life.

I was diagnosed in Feb 2020 with stage 4 bowel cancer. I fronted up to my first round of chemo only to be told that I had been designated ‘palliative’ so no options for surgery and limited options for chemo. My first reaction was disbelief, followed quickly by anger, followed by a resounding NO! I demanded a second opinion but it became apparent almost immediately that if I wanted other options I had to find them myself.

My family was in free fall and I felt so alone, so numb.. But still, I was determined to take action and take charge of my health.

Through a support Facebook page I found other people in similar circumstances. It was there that I had incredibly kind people reach out to me and share their research – and it gave me hope. But I was floundering, there were so many options. What was the best thing to do?

The Radical Remission workshop came out just after I started chemo. I was hesitant at first but nervously took the plunge. It was amazing. I immediately felt like I’d found my tribe. In the first week, they listened to my story, and I listened to theirs, and it was such a powerful thing to do. It gave me so much hope. And, as we worked our way through the 10 healing factors, we laughed, and we cried (often), and I learned so much. I gained confidence in understanding what I could do and learnt to trust my instincts.

These factors and these people, my people, have been embedded into my life, and I have been changed in such a positive way. Four years on, and our group is still in regular contact. We support each other through the ups and downs of this journey we call life. My heart is full of gratitude every day.

Our group continued to do the group coaching workshops with Justine & Jenny Kennedy (Intuitive Healer), which were amazing support too and allowed us to continue our healing.

Sheryl F – Wellington

In 2018, on Waitangi Day, my world turned upside down with an early stage breast cancer diagnosis. Fear gripped me, but amidst the chaos, a glimmer of hope emerged through a friend’s recommendation of Justine – The Natural Bird. 🌺

Attending a retreat with the Aratika Cancer Trust opened doors to a new perspective. I found solace in Justine’s journey and decided to embark on my own healing path. Despite setbacks, including recurrence and chemotherapy, I found strength in the Radical Remission Workshop.

Armed with newfound courage, I challenged norms, embraced alternative therapies, and surrounded myself with a supportive team. But my greatest hurdle? Releasing fear—a lifelong companion magnified by the diagnosis. Yet, I persisted, delving deep into holistic healing beyond the physical. 🌿

In 2020, Stage 4 diagnosis shook me, but I remained steadfast in my pursuit of healing. Today, I stand “All clear,” testament to the power of resilience and determination. 💪

Since 2021, I’ve embraced life’s joys: from adopting a furry companion to fulfilling childhood dreams. Birthdays are cherished, each year a testament to gratitude and resilience. 🎂

News flash – I’m alive and well 💞

In May 2022, I found out my breast cancer was back… 17 years later, I was diagnosed with the same kind (stage 3, triple-negative infiltrating ductal carcinoma).

After 6 doses of horrible chemotherapy and then a double mastectomy, I learned the cancer was gone. But the months of treatment and recovery exploded my entire life and touched lots of people close to me… it was a tumultuous and painful period that triggered a profoundly spiritual crisis within me.

The number 1 most helpful thing for me in navigating the cancer journey again was talking with others living with cancer.

Early on, I was super-grateful to find Justine Laidlaw and her online Radical Remission workshop which deep-dives into Dr Kelly Turner’s book ‘Radical Hope: 10 Key Healing Factors from Exceptional Survivors of Cancer & Other Diseases’.

Each week, Justine shared the latest research about the healing factors so we could support one another and empower ourselves to choose the right healing path for our own situation.

For me, alongside mainstream medicine, I found counseling/talk therapy, nutritional supplements (like Nutrient Rescue) plus energy and somatic healing (Qi Gong and Bodytalk) made the most powerful impact.

Justine’s programme was such a haven for me in the early turmoil and shock of my second cancer diagnosis.

Kathy is always happy to chat to anyone who would like to understand more of her experience with the Radical Remission course. PM If you would like to do that.

In 2023, at age 36, my world came crashing down in an instant when I was told that my breast cancer had returned in my liver.

After undergoing every conventional treatment offered in 2020, I was floored by those words coming out of the oncologist’s mouth.

FEAR, DISBELIEF, SADNESS, AND ANGER all came first.

Then came determination. I thought, no one can tell me how long I’m going to live, especially not someone I met for five minutes.

So, I began my first meeting with the oncologist with the words, “I don’t mean to be rude, but I’m not interested in prognosis or timeframes. What I am interested in is what I can have and how we are going to beat this.”

I went through so many emotions. I then had to figure out how to do that. I’d recently moved to the Bay of Plenty and went into a local health shop one day; the lady I met there told me all about Justine Laidlaw (The Natural Bird), and I instantly knew I had to meet her. I had been given her name for a reason; she was meant to cross my path, and after having a consultation with Justine, I instantly felt hope again. I felt empowered that I could do this; she was living proof right in front of my eyes.

So, I joined Justine’s 10-week Radical Remission workshop. This helped me believe I could heal, and I still believe every day. I continue to heal, I continue to learn, have gratitude, and nurture my body to support it physically, emotionally, and spiritually.

The workshop gave me hope at a time when I was so scared and lost and felt as though I had none. The incredibly inspiring people who were guest speakers sharing their survivor stores and the group I met in this workshop have touched my life forever. This was an absolutely life-changing experience; I truly believe the key healing factors helped get me where I am today. This is such an important part of your journey to healing, too.

I have gratefully had 4 “NED” – no evidence of disease scans since this Radical Remission journey began.

I’d always followed and admired Justine from afar, I never thought we’d get to meet,
But how wrong was I! I was diagnosed with widespread, high grade DCIS in March 2022, and my
first thoughts were I needed to see her.

The thing that perplexed me most was she didn’t tell me what to do, funnily enough in retrospect that’s exactly what I was running away from, GPs and hospitals telling me what I “must do”, or things “I’d be mad not to do”.

Don’t get me wrong I’m not some hippy from the outer edge, I’m a 61 year old grandmother of 5, ex-registered nurse, and learner of many things. But I’d had cervical cancer at 30 and knew I could trust my intuition, and in the end that was my answer and Justine’s questions to me were……

How does it all feel? 
What would I like to do with this diagnosis?
What are my non-negotiable’s?

All of which only I knew the answer to…
Justine supported me by supplying the comfort of a safe place to just talk, I was given info, ideas and avenues that were open to me for my journey. All I had to do was see how they all sat for me.

I am now several months out and feel secure and happy with my decisions, and the path going forward, with absolutely no regrets. When questions return I know Justine is just a call away with kindness, support and knowledge.

If you’re not sure where to even start and have been thinking of making the call, do it and just be open to the possibilities.

Thank you Justine

I have suffered from depression, been diagnosed and treated for prostate cancer, have Parkinson disease and epilepsy, experienced major brain surgery, diagnosed with PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder) … certainly not the best way to live

But then I was told about Justine and her ability to help people escape from suffering by taking on the total holistic approach to live a better life.

My first appointment with Justine was absolutely amazing. From there on it has meant making changes in my daily routines, discovering who I really am, thinking and growing in a positive environment, and most important … loving myself for who I am.
Justine’s effective holistic teaching and support has helped me see myself from a totally different and positive way.

A heap of thanks I send to you, Justine.

I contacted Justine after I had surgery and radiotherapy for breast cancer I was tired, run down, overloaded with information and anxious about making the best choices around supplements and diet alternatives.

From the first time I met Justine (and her smile), I knew I was finally on the right path. Not only does she “walk the talk” herself – she genuinely wants to empower her clients to love themselves and their bodies again. Justine recommended supplements and real foods to get my gut health functioning properly and my health began to improve dramatically.

The real healing began, however, when she challenged my thinking about my life and how I wanted to live going forward. I prioritise things that give me joy and fulfilment and no longer feel guilt around this. I now don’t fear cancer returning but know exactly who I would turn to first if it ever did.

Thank you, Justine, for your kindness, knowledge, continued support and genuineness xx

I found it a real comfort with Justine’s total understanding of what it is like to have cancer and sharing her own experiences. Her knowledge of alternative health options was so helpful to help me navigate a path forward and she helped me to maintain a positive outlook. I have had 5 rounds of chemo, and each time I would connect with Justine who would help me to process and understand my emotions with the help of EFT as an example, that helped me a lot.

Thank you Justine for all your help and guidance through the most highly stressful time in my life. You’re calm, caring way helped me breathe through those early months of diagnosis. Your knowledge of where to go and who to talk to has helped me gather my cheerleading squad of healing people around me, who have got my back in my journey.

Following a highly stressful few years, I was physically and emotionally exhausted and close to burn out, again. Visiting Justine was life-changing; literally. She is incredibly knowledgeable and really listens. The consultation was comprehensive and holistic, looking at every area of my life. Within a week I had blood results, and with them, the answer to my health issues — I had vitamin and mineral deficiencies. Discovering that there are optimal levels when it comes to blood results, rather than just the normal range I’d always been aware of, was a revelation. After following Justine’s prescribed supplementation regime, I started to feel better within just a few weeks.