It is hard to put into words the value of this experience for me. Having been given a ‘terminal diagnosis’ just weeks before the course started, I had been trying to make myself believe that healing was still possible, I had a long checklist of daily ‘healing’ tasks, which looking back it seems crazy I created that stress for myself. Somewhere during the course, I realised that I had come to ‘know’ healing is always possible, no matter how dire the prognosis. And that rather than doing everything possible, all I had to do was breathe into my intuition and trust what my body was telling me in the moment and then gently allow healing to happen. This shift may not sound like much, but for me, it was truly profound, and I cannot find enough words of gratitude for the work Justine is doing. My favourite quote from Justine “My body created this (cancer), so I knew it could heal it” Thank you Justine xxx. With love and gratitude, Pat – Bay of Plenty

Thank you, Justine, for your gentle, compassionate and strong guidance throughout the program. I really needed to hear all the Radical Remission stories each week and remind me what is possible. Connecting with everyone who was going through their own caner journey was invaluable too. I knew the Radical Remission healing factors well as I’ve had cancer four times now, at 28, 42, 45 and stage 4 at 48, just under a year ago. I discovered the books after my second diagnosis, knowing I needed to do things differently. I am really glad that I took the extra step to do Justine’s course, because the connection and the stories make it real and possible and inspired me every week to just keep going, no matter how tough. Thank you, I am forever grateful.
Kate G – Australia

I survived cancer as a child- and then earlier this year -45 years later I was diagnosed with Stage 2 breast cancer. The suppressed trauma from my childhood treatments hit me like a tonne of bricks. I underwent a bilateral mastectomy and refused any other conventional treatments. This was really scary and I felt so alone trying to carve a path and go against the grain- even though deep down I knew it was the right thing for me. Overwhelmed and full of self doubt I was scrolling through Facebook and ‘The Natural Bird’ popped up on my feed – what a God send!! From the moment I connected with Justine on her 15 minute consultation I knew I had met a very special lady. As a cancer thriver herself – Justine is so empathetic and her story alone is a beacon of light to those navigating the unknown. Justine provides so much encouragement and wisdom in a time when everything feels uncertain. Her ability to communicate with and guide us was remarkable. She is inclusive, warm, caring and most importantly fun! The space she facilitates with the Radical Remission workshop is life changing. Week after week she introduced us to a diverse range of speakers and modalities. I found connecting with the other participants and listening to their stories really moving and eased my fears as I realised I’m not alone. The old saying “You don’t know what you don’t know” is so true. This course opened my eyes to a whole new world and has changed my perspective from fighting cancer to being on a healing journey. Learning about the 10 healing factors was a source of hope and excitement. I now know without a doubt that radical remission is possible and that though there will be bumps in the road each day is a gift so live it as though it was your last! Thank you so so much Justine xx
Anonymous – New Zealand

When I joined the Radical Remission Workshop, I was eight years into my cancer journey. My primary focus over these last eight years was on conventional cancer treatment having been on a range of drug treatments, with side effects for all these years. I’ve always been focussed on healthy living, eating well, exercising, taking supplements and herbs and still the cancer has persisted. I felt there must be something important that I was missing. I’d researched a lot of alternative treatments but always the fear of loosening my grip on conventional treatment stopped me from seriously pursuing any other avenues. Then by chance I found Justine and the Radical Remission Workshop. At the first session Justine talked about the focus being on helping people shift from fear to hope to belief, that the body can heal itself, that while diet and exercise are really important, learning to listen to our intuition and feeling what’s right for our bodies and facing into any emotional issues we may be consciously or unconsciously be holding onto is critically important to healing. I was ready to stop trying to outthink this cancer and start listening to what my body was telling me. I was more than ready to stop living in fear and move to hope and belief that my body can heal itself. Without a doubt Justine and the Workshop have given me a fresh approach and a more positive path to follow, moving from a cancer treatment journey to a healing journey, where I hope and believe my body can heal itself. Yes, I can get triggered and feel the fear, but I have some solid ground to stand on now and a great set of practices and support that help me to recentre and lift out of the fear. Justine created a safe place and a gentle way for me and others to share our experiences, ask questions and participate as each of us felt comfortable to. The speakers, both practitioners and people who are in radical remission, the personal stories, the research, the wisdom shared and the connections made with each other were empowering. The Workshop has been a life saver for me. Thank you, Justine.

Thank you for a wonderful 10 weeks, I really enjoyed and needed the workshop, more than I knew. Honestly my biggest take away, that just continued to expand and grow each session, was the unequivocal knowing, collectively from the group, Justine and our guest speakers that healing is possible and even probable. That hope, that focus on how we choose to live really is the secret to truly being alive right now. Also so much wonderful information and knowledge was shared and received, I felt such an authentic connection with my group. Thank you Justine for making this possible 🌻
Rebecca Willis – Perth Australia

When you are told you have Cancer everyone is instantly faced with their mortality. This comes with huge emotions.. anxiety..fear of the unknown..becoming depressed as you feel your life is over etc. Then there is coping with the next inevitable steps…blood tests, scans surgery, more diagnosis and ongoing medical treatments. That’s a lot to navigate.

Support through this confronting time is just as important at the treatments. I was diagnosed with Cancer in 2019. In an instant I was faced with my mortality.. I struggled with making this fit with what I thought was a standard life plan..we are born, we grow, we experience life… then get old and pass away. Cancer smashes this cycle of life completely and that is what makes a Cancer journey confronting.

Hope is what I craved for beyond the medical Intervention I was receiving. Thank goodness I discovered the Radical Remission book by Dr Kelly Turner. This book gave me a glimmer of hope that I could live with cancer rather than die from it. The 10 healing factors and personal testimonials are well discussed and presented with optimism…hope…the thing I was wanting.

I am still on my cancer journey but have come to the conclusion that it will be part of my life forever but I can help myself beyond treatments by applying the healing factors into daily living.
The joy that I allowed the cancer to suck out of my life has returned..

The healing factor of re introducing joy back into my life has changed the way I feel and approach life. My new favourite saying is “Add living to life” The 10 healing factors presented by Justine in her Radical Remission course is well researched and well delivered with plenty of opportunity to engage and be part of. If you are a cancer patient I would highly recommended taking part in this course…just read the book first 🙂

I never really thought much about going to the doctor—until my wife gave me a bit of a nudge. “You’re an old fart,” she said, “you should probably get the odd check-up.” And as my youngest likes to remind me: happy wife, happy life!

At that check-up, I was told I was in excellent health. No concerning markers, PSA levels almost non-existent. The doctor said I didn’t need to come back for a few years.

Fast forward to a routine visit for a saddle sore, and on a whim, I asked the locum doctor to check my PSA again. That’s when I discovered the results from the previous year had never been passed on—and when I finally saw them, they’d jumped to 3.8. By October 2020, they were over 7.

The next six months were a rollercoaster—first biopsy showed unusual cells, MRI revealed multiple tumours, and a second biopsy confirmed aggressive Gleason 8 prostate cancer. I had surgery in September 2021 to remove my prostate, and although scans suggested the cancer was contained, it turned out it had already escaped. My lymph nodes and nerves were also removed. Despite the best intentions, follow-up PSA tests showed the cancer was still lingering.

That was the turning point for me. I realised I couldn’t just rely on the system—I had to take ownership of my healing. So I threw myself into learning everything I could. I brought in ozone therapy, cleaned up my diet, shifted my mindset, embraced sauna sessions, breathwork, meditation, and energy healing.

Five years on, I feel healthy, happy, and back in control of my life.

When I signed up for the Radical Remission 10-week workshop, I had already been doing a lot of inner and outer work. But what I didn’t expect was how much I would gain from being in a group of people walking a similar path. Hearing others’ stories, sharing my own, and being part of such a supportive and open community was incredibly powerful.

The workshop helped confirm that the choices I’ve made are the right ones for me. It also opened my eyes to new tools and perspectives I hadn’t considered before. The guest speakers, the group discussions, the space Justine held—it all added so much to my healing journey.

If you’re looking for clarity, confidence, and connection as you navigate your own healing path, I can’t recommend this workshop highly enough.

Brent C

I was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2020 and followed the conventional path — chemotherapy, surgery, radiation, and hormone therapy — believing this would prevent it from returning.

In 2022, the cancer spread to my brain. After multiple surgeries and radiation, I was eventually told further treatment would leave me severely disabled. As a single mother of three, I knew I had to look beyond the prognosis I was being given.

That’s when I discovered Radical Remission by Dr Kelly Turner. For the first time, I felt real hope — and saw that healing was about more than just fighting disease. I began focusing on reducing stress, supporting my body, and reconnecting with joy and self-trust.

In 2024, two MRIs showed no evidence of disease.

What I was missing, however, was community — and that’s where Justine’s Radical Remission workshops became invaluable. From the very first session, I felt supported by others who were open to exploring what’s possible beyond a dire diagnosis.

Each week we explored the healing factors in a practical, grounded way, sharing ideas, resources, and insights from people truly walking this path. The factor that impacted me most was learning to cultivate positive emotions and joy, allowing healing to feel lighter and more sustainable.

This program didn’t just support my health — it changed how I approach life. I now move forward with curiosity, peace, and deep trust in my body’s ability to heal.

I’m incredibly grateful for this experience and believe everyone deserves the opportunity to explore these healing factors with Justine.

— Yvette M – Australia

Justine is a trove of information which she shared in a light hearted and compassionate way. She is warm, totally relatable and runs a fantastic course. Right from the start I intuitively knew that this was what I was meant to be doing and I found the course empowering, informative, supportive and engaging. Thank you so much Justine

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.

Thank you Justine, i am forever grateful.

Amber Sanders Papamoa