The Real Price of Gerson Therapy
I usually love sitting down at my computer each day to share my life as a Gerson person with everyone, but today I just feel ill. I am so crushed by the response I received from yesterday’s post that I didn’t feel like blogging at all. But then I opened up my inbox this morning, saw an email from a young girl who has multiple health challenges and needs my help, and that made all of this worth it again. However, I am seriously regretting ever putting a donation button on this site.
If you read yesterday’s post you might recall I listed one of the eight things I’m loving at the moment as a pair of really cool Puma shoes. Perhaps I should have specified that I didn’t actually buy these shoes. Because I’ve managed to attract quite a large following to this blog, and because I still have some friends in PR from my former life as a magazine journalist, I was able to get these shoes for FREE from the company in exchange for a mention on my site. Anyway, until now I didn’t realise that I need to let you all know that I am not buying luxury items while at the same time asking you for help via donations.
After reading some of the comments that were left under the post, I am really hurt. I was going to let it all slide, until someone questioned the validity of my asking for donations. They are concerned that my family isn’t actually experiencing hardship, and that the people who are donating to us are actually doing it much tougher. Again, I would let this comment slide, but I feel a strong need to stand up for my family. My parents are two of the hardest working, generous, kind-hearted and most importantly, honest, people you will ever meet. During this whole, harrowing ordeal they have never once asked for help – until each month the program was costing more than my dad was earning, and someone mentioned that I should put a call out on this site.
Anyone who has ever looked into Gerson Therapy, or done Gerson Therapy themselves knows how much it cripples a family. And that is just for one person. Try doubling it. We had been struggling to keep our heads above water while it was just me doing the therapy, but we were somehow making it happen. Now that my mum and I are both on the Therapy, we can’t make it happen. As you will see in a moment, when I outline our expenses, it is almost impossible. Which is why we decided to put ourselves out there, put our pride aside and ask for help.
The comments from yesterday have made us feel like we need to explain where our money is allocated – just so you can be assured that we are actually doing it tough. How embarrassing for my parents that we feel we need to do this. You could probably cut corners and not spend as much, but then the Therapy wouldn’t work and it would all be a waste.
One month on the Gerson Therapy costs us (this is for two people) …
Organic food – $2000 per month
Organic produce for juicing – $880 per month
Gerson supplements – $1000 per month
Organic castor oil – $66 per month
Toilet paper (the cheapest brand) – $30 per month (yes, we do use that much toilet paper – it’s usually 50c or less a roll).
Enema pads – $21 per month
Hydrogen peroxide – $30 per month
Integrative doctor visit – $80 per month
Gerson doctor appointment – $30 per month
Total = $4137 per month
And then there are the all-natural toiletries (toothpaste, soap, deodorant, tampons) etc.
And on top of all of that we have a mortgage, electricity bill, excess water, fridge hire, petrol etc. Plus the cost of feeding my Dad and my dog – the above is just for my mum and I.
Plus, there was the initial set up costs:
Three weeks at the Gerson clinic – $16500 (not including air fares)
Juicer (and juicer bags) – $4500
Water system – $3500
To those of you who are questioning whether we are actually experiencing financial hardship or not, my parents are not financially wealthy. We have lost my wage and my mum’s wage, so all of this has fallen solely on my father – who is a very humble man. We don’t spend money on anything that isn’t necessary. We don’t go out for meals, we don’t go out for coffee, we don’t buy clothes, alcohol, cigarettes or anything else that most people take for granted – heck, I haven’t even had a haircut in eight months.
On top of the financial burden, there is the whole emotional shit storm that comes along with cancer. Imagine what my parents must be going through. We have not one, but two people in our house dealing with potentially terminal illnesses. Take all of the fear, uncertainty and stress that cancer ensues and times that by two.
We do realise that there are families out there doing it tougher. We still have a roof over our head at this stage, food on the table and nice warm beds to sleep in at night, which is why it took so much for us to ask for help. We weren’t asking anyone to donate what they can’t afford. If you think there is a better cause, by all means donate to that. We know there are a lot of people out there who need it.
I really hate that I have had to write this post. I love this blog and everyone who has supported me along this journey, and I feel dirty having to explain where every one of our pennies goes. However, I do understand that by asking for donations I have opened up my family to scrutiny. That is the reason why I regret doing it, and the reason why I won’t do it again. My parents are the most amazing people you could ever know, and they don’t deserve this.
We are so grateful to everyone who donated to us, but we no longer feel like it is the right thing to do. I am taking the donation button off of the site, and if anyone would like their money back please give me your name and bank account details and I will do it straight away. We do not want help if this is the energy that comes with it.
I don’t want to end this on such a negative note, so …
Positive affirmation for the day: Today I will count each and every one of my blessings. The more I show gratitude for what I have, the more I will have to be grateful for.
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I'm sorry and surprised to hear that you got negative comments. Your site has helped me so much. All the knowledge and courage you share is so educational and inspiring. I can't thank you enough. Sending you positive energy and gratitude.
Hi Jess, I think you should leave the option for donation. I have been dealing with Thyroid cancer this year and love sites like yours where you share important information. I personally cannot afford the Gerson Diet so I search what other people have tried and improve my diet that way. Many people really dont know the financial toll families go through when an illness presents itself. I honor you for all you are doing to bring information to others. God Bless you and your family.
I am so thoroughly annoyed that you felt the way you did based on yesterdays post.
Please send me your bank account details so that I can send you a direct debit each week from my pay. It would be my pleasure to contribute for the duration of your treatment. I cant afford a fortune, but I would love to help where I can 
I know you, and feel awful for your family.
All my love, Brodie x
Jess, I like to think I'm not an emotional person but reading your blog today I can feel your pain and I'm sitting here with tears in my eyes.
For such a wonderful and positive person I can only imagine how hurt you and your family are – you should know that one or two comments shouldn't stop you from allowing people to help you.
I know it's easy for me to say as it's not me who is on the receiving end but you know we all think you are amazing and couldn't our donations be thought of as like a subscription?!?! I buy trash magazines every week – they all say the same thing yet I love them and will buy them. I'd like to think that my donation was a small price for reading your amazing blog. (if that makes sense? I know its free but it's so fantastic that i'd be happy to pay if that was the case and in no way was i saying your blog is the same as a trash magazine – clearly i dont have the magic touch when it comes to writing like you : ))
I think the person who questioned you and your families wealth should feel ashamed and really take a moment to look at their own situation. Are they getting help from the government? do they have children? do their children attend childcare? how much do they pay and how much assistance do they receive?? do they get rent assistance?? I don't get any kind of help from the government – I dont live in a flash house i dont drive a nice car and im sure people that dont have to work etc have nicer things then me so they really should feel ashamed
Kxx
My thoughts on giving – give from the heart and give unconditionally. Perhaps this could be a lesson for anonymous from yesterday's post.
Sending love x
Wow! How rude of yesterday's commentor to question your financial status. I love reading your blog and learn so much from you! It didn't occur to me to question who paid for your new shoes.
Big news nasty commentor…..Donations are gifts! Look it up in the dictionary!
Jess, please don't question your beautiful heart!!
I love Charlotte Gerson and what she and the company does for those experiencing cancer, etc. But to write an article on "The Real Cost" of the Gerson Therapy, making it look like joining their program is the only way to go, doesn't feel right to me. I own one of their books which goes through the whole process, step by step. You can also watch their dvd's. So if you don't have the $, explore other options. No need to call them out on their pricing. If I had cancer, then I'd be super thankful for a $4000+ cure vs. chemo, radiation, surgery, etc. It's a whole lifestyle change, not just a cure.
Oh Jess,
This is so sad, I feel awful for you. Unfortunately, there will always be nay-sayers, negative people, sceptics… ALWAYS. And because I'm not going to say it all again, I think Anonymous (3rd comment down) said it (all!) beautifully.
Chin up Jess, you're doing the right thing and you are a shining example of a human being.
xLouise
Hi dear!!!
I love your blog and I love you… and I don't see there's nothing wrong in advertising or asking for a donation on your blog, but this is just a comment from someone who likes you and your posts very much: I felt strange the advertising with the funny face of the guy offering finantial success. I think you are absolutely wright but you should pick products realted to healthy issues. We know by other cancer blogs that cancer become a million market and we would like you to be different!I was so moved to know about Gerson and your work is priceless in order to let people be closer to all the details about this therapy. Please I hope you don't take this wrong, is just a comment from my hart… with love Marie
Jess
My little girl has been battling an illness for the past 3 years now. I have essentially done what you have and turned my life upside down and inside out because at the end of the day her illness is mine.
I know what position we were in before I even reached out to family to ask for a little help so your bravery and openess really needs to be applauded.
We are now fortunately on the down hill run and things are a little easier but reading your story today caused tears to stream down my face in empathy.
I ask that you keep your heart open and return the donation button. Even if its only requesting to support this blog.
We have had some really dark days in the past few months while everything came to a head and your blog is generally on the top of my list to go to for some inspiration and more importantly HOPE.
There is value in the message you are providing.
Tash xoxoxo
Jess, I am so disturbed by the negative comments written about your blog yesterday. You have provided all of us a doorway to your life – so vulnerable and very honest. And for those to question where their donations are going is very sad. Donations are gifts.
I am on the therapy and have been for 5 months now and YES, it is very expensive and YES it can cripple you if you don't have the means … My husband and I have great respect you and your family and know from my own experience how difficult it is to go thru this therapy without cutting corners. Your words have helped me immensely during my journey.
I can honestly say that I have had to swallow my pride many times during my fight with cancer … it just sucks when someone else feels the right to do that to you.
Sending you and your Mom and Dad love, light and healing prayers ~ much love my friend xoxoxo MC
Jess – The hurtful comments from yesterday sadden me to no end … I think the comments were unfair and not thought through. I loved the blog and the fact that you embrace the little things in life that bring sunshine to your day. You are an inspiration every single moment and I have so much admiration and respect for you and your family. Please put a smile on your face and know you are awesome and so deserving of great health and love. Thank you for all that you do for people you don't even know you touch each and every day, there are a lot of us! As said above and worth repeating, please don't question your beautiful heart, God Bless you and your lovely family!
Sending love Jess xxx I was one of the people who suggested it and pushed for it (donations) because I have personally seen how tough the fam does it. We all have challenges in our lives and until we've walked a mile in someone else's shoes who are we to say what's not right? Don't let the negativity get to you, it's not good for your chakra 
I am a newby to your site, only finding it a few weeks ago and it has become one of my favourits. I read yesterdays post and thought how rude….if someone doesn't want to donate then don't.
I read this post today with tears in my eyes. I wish you would have kept the donate button, because I certainly would have pressed it to help you and your darling parents out!! AND I'M A SINGLE PARENT to 2 teenagers…..
I wish you and your parents all the best, and keep your blog and the positivity and inspiration it brings to so many!!!
Lots of Love and hugs
P xx
I totally agree, you must return the donation button, you are a light to many of us… Marie xoxo
DON'T WASTE YOUR ENERGY ON THEM
1 PERSON WAS NEGATIVE – LOOK AT HOW MUCH POSITIVE YOU GET.
WHATS THE RATIO?
AS YOUR LIGHT GETS BRIGHTER MOTHS GET NEEDIER.
IN FUTURE JUST REFUND THEM THROUGH PAYPAL AND STAND IN YOUR LIGHT -YOU DONT HAVE TO EXPLAIN -ITS UP TO GOD TO JUDGE NOT US
CAUSE YOUR KINDA BEAUTIFUL AND INSPIRING AND YOUR BOOK WILL SELL LOTS
UP THEM
LOVE ME
Jess, some people have no idea !
you are beautiful and your blog is fabulous – i love enjoying it everyday ( especially on Fridays – inspiration day !! – i print out my favs and hang them next to my desk )
I can only imagine the turbulent journey you are on at the moment, but please know that you are in my thoughts often – sending you big snuggles and lots of love. Caro
p.s enjoy those sneakers they are very groovey !
Life is full of Challenges Jess, as you all too well know. This was just a little one, but there is a message here that you needed to learn.
You have completely changed my life over the last few months, and your daily blog (the only one I subscribe to) is a highlight in my day. Everything happens for a reason, and this too, has it's purpose in your life.
There is no shame in asking for help. It takes a lot to swallow your pride, and do that. Removing the donation button is not the right thing to do, please don't. That's not the lesson here.
By the way, I love those sneakers. They're awesome. I will buy them, but they will have to wait until next month. This month I'd rather spend my spare cash donating to you. It's the least I can do, considering all you have done for me. That's priceless.
You are a blessing and an inspiration.
Thank you for always sharing your heart and wisdom with us.
Sending you and your family LOVE and LIGHT.
Hugs,
NiNa x
Hi Jess,
I read your post yesterday before those comments had been posted and I was rather shocked to go back and read them today. I also felt really sad reading today's blog and disappointed that this has caused you to remove your donation button. I'm sure that 99% of your donators give because they believe in your cause, have faith and trust in you and appreciate all that you give them in your blog everyday therefore do not expect any justification for the way you spend your money.
I personally thoroughly enjoy reading through your thoughts and information each day and have learned an enormous amount from you. Please don't change what you do.
You and your family are in my prayers.
Shannon x
Oh my beautiful Jess, I am so sorry to hear that you have received this negative response, but as many above you have mentioned look at all the love that is around you. You do not need to explain yourself to anyone, you are being true to yourself & doing exactly what you need to do to survive & fight your illness. Please do not take any of this negative energy in, let it go & know that the universe will deal with it, the people that made these comments obviously have alot of their own crap going on & have a long way to go to find love, peace & acceptance. They are probably just not use to positive outcomes as many people today aren't, it's so hard to trust in today's world. You are beauitful babe, are an inspiration & have not lost anyone's faith. No longer put anymore thought to this, learn from it & then keep shining your beautiful light!
Love you lots, your friend Dani xx
You have to feel sorry for people that have such nastiness in their heart. You are a beautiful person with a kind heart who brings hope and happiness into the lives of many people. Sometimes we are given challenges that don't make seem to make sense but you have been given this health challenge so that you could do exactly what you have done, be an inspiration to so many others who are unwell. Good luck with your healing journey and blessings to both you and your Mum. xx
Jess, I have followed your blog for months now and have gleamed valuable information from every post. I look forward to what you have to teach me every day. I've been so impressed and amazed at the quality of your writing style, your material, your honesty, and your consistency to the point I think to myself "How does she do this?" She is so good!
You are the only person I know who does not benefit financially from a blog of this caliber. Most bloggers make money from paid advertisements or books or products they are selling. For you to spend so much of your own time and money just because you want to help people is SO INCREDIBLE to me.
Shame on that person (that one person) who questioned your integrity. Please return the donate button! I am so saddened by your decision to remove it. You are worthy of the highest good. You are a teacher, a healer, a kind and gentle soul. Getting to know you this past year from your blog I know that you are one of the most humble, hard working, dedicated, fearless person I know. You have helped and inspired so many people. Please let people help you for a change.
PS I plan to attempt a modified Gerson therapy to deal with some auto-immune issues when I am able to afford it. I have no idea what I would do if I were a cancer patient and were forced to do the full therapy. I know if it ever came to that I would be at the mercy of family and friends for their financial support. It's a shame that government and private insurance companies don't support this sort of cancer treatment. Since insurance companies and governments won't and don't help, we as a human race need to help each other. I'll say it one more time… put the donate button back on there and let us help you and your mum and dad.
Dear Jess,
As a young mother with three young children and a cancer survivor I was more than happy to donate to your cause and wish you all the best in your recovery. The knowledge that you share with your readers is worth more than any donation and asking for financial assistance is NOT an easy thing to do. I sincerely hope that you reconsider your decision to remove the donation button from the site as I would be more than happy to keep donating when I can. Please try and not take the negativity to heart as I know that is the last thing you need and deserve. Keep up the brilliant work. X
Hi Jess!
I am somewhat new to your blog–I remember seeing it for the first time and thinking how cool it is! And also how cool that there is a fellow IIN-er in Australia
One time on my blog I got some negative comments about my recommendations on preventing Type 2 diabetes. I was trying to address a serious issue and help those who have genetic factors against them! Needless to say, some comments were pretty mean (Some people don't want to believe that Type2 can be due to lifestyle/eating habits). I remember feeling so down, and just as you said 'my blog is suppose to be a positive retreat from every thing else.'
But then I realised, ALL blogs get both negative and positive feedback/comments. Heck, at least we are getting 'comments' at all! You are using your journey to educate, inspire, and benefit others, and for that you should be proud.
I hope you are feeling much better, and know that we are all sending our good energy your way.
Thanks for all you do, keep blogging, keep smiling, and keep sharing!!
<3. Makenzie
Wow Jess, If only you really understood the value of the words you write every day!!! I referred your site to my brother who was newly diagnosed and he has found this to be so very helpful and your journey has given him such hope as he has to make a decision about chemo or an alternative therapy!! I thank you so very much for all the positive affirmations and the information you so easily share with us all. I now live with the fear of cancer, but I also appreciate your words of hope and I know that your words have given my family an insight into an alternative treatment! My brother now feels that he has a choice where he was given none !!
Thanking you again and again!! Stay positive and know that your blog is very much appreciated!
I have a problem with the people who question your motives. You are an individual who needs financial help, NOT a huge conventional company like Komen Run for the Cure or the American Cancer Society that rakes in millions of dollars a year supposedly searching for a cure. Most people have no problem donating blindly to them. Who knows where that money goes? If I had the money to give, I would certainly donate it to an individual like you before I would donate to a large, corporate organization promoting conventional slash and burn cancer treatment.
@ all the negative comments by Anon
After following Jess's journey through this blog, it has made me realise so many things and I am changing my life for the better. I have had the absolute privilege of meeting both Jess and her Mum. They are two of the most beautiful, kind hearted, inspiring people I know. Reading this post horrified me and I could feel the pain. HOW DARE ANYONE MAKE MY HERO FEEL LIKE SHIT. If you have such a negative attitude then please don't spread your negative vibes here. Not only have they made Jess feel crap, but all her followers aswell. Thank you Jess and family for helping me and thankyou too followers, for all the postive comments and questions everyone submits to make this Blog so much apart of my healing and growing process. Much love Katelyn xxxxx
I started reading all the positive comments today and i hope they are restoring your faith in human nature (after reading yesterday's comments) as much as they are mine. I started reading your blog a few months back at the insistance of my mum – Now I look forward to reading it while i have my lunch everyday! – my only regret is that i didn't start reading it sooner as there are sooooo many blogs for me to catch up on.
I believe everything happens for a reason Jess… maybe this happened so that you would realise how many people REALLY appreciate your blog!!! You are a great person, doing a great thing that not many people are able to do…I don't know if i would be able to go through what you have and still come back everyday with a positive/educational/inspiring blog….donating to help you out is the least we can do for what you contribute to our lives. Bec
Jess,
Please, please, please don't stop writing the 'things you love' post either. It has become my favourite and it reminds me that even through such a hard time, you are still human and enjoy these little pleasures.
Jess you have really changed my life and for that i owe you the world.
as caregiver to a husband on the gerson therapy, i can certainly attest to the great expense. we have had to swallow our pride and accept help from family, friends, strangers; and we are still living hand-to-mouth, hoping the credit cards don't run out before we can end his treatment.
but this is what i have discovered: when you accept financial help with an open heart both you AND the person who donated feel really good inside! please reconsider putting the donation button back up. people have fallen in love with you and your family as they've followed your journey; please don't deny them, or yourselves, the pure amazing love and pleasure that comes from both giving AND receiving.
peace, love, & healing-
leslie
Jess, have you considered that that person was not all that negative or bad or even rude? Perhaps she didn't know that you are YOU (and not some scammer). What if SHE now feels used and her feeling are hurt????? I assume she had donated out of her comapssion and goodness of her heart, OK, and she is not all that financially well to do, and she has a small child. Still, she follows her heart call – and donates you the money. Then she sees you getting those shoes (ok, how is she to know that it is a gift?) and it all seems bizarre to her, she feels a bit cheated and used up (because she herself cannot afford those shoes). I personally think that her feelings were hurt when you said "i don't want you money".
Perhaps, just a little explanation of the situation to her should suffice – and perhaps it was totally unnecessary to take all that so personally. And I also think it was totally unnesessary to insult that person by saying that you don't want their money. And I also think you should not remove the "donate" button – just a little explanation.
Why NOT give that person some benefit of the doubt, after all, before feeling hurt and insulted.
I personally think that this whole thing is a major misunderstanding.
What is your email? If you don't mind giving it out.
Dearest Jess… consider putting the button back up, gorgeous girl. Do not waste another second of your mental energy on that negative comment. I love your work and am inspired/impressed/blown away by your blog every week xxxxxxx
Dear Jess,
I too read yesterday's blog before any comments were posted so I had no idea about them and have just gone back to read them now. It is sad and exhausting to read them. You do an amazing job giving of your time and experiences to share insights, inspiration, clarity, motivation, and information, among other things. As many others have said, this is invaluable to them. I have never felt that I "owe" you a donation because I read your blog, despite the fact that on many days it has brought me priceless wisdom. I have always looked at your '8 things I love' posts as being on the lighter side and regardless, that it the nature of a blog. It is 100% your 'baby' and people have the right to read it, or not, as much as you have the right to write it.
Where I do think things get very blurred is when it comes to the issue of comments. I get frustrated when blogs I follow get made toxic by unnecessary, inappropriate or rude remarks – either directed at the blog author or other posters. I'm all for people expressing their thoughts, even if they conflict with the blogger's views, so long as it's done decently, and addresses the content of the post rather than some personal attack. I have to acknowledge that the post from your anonymous donator seemed respectful to me in tone and that she was raising it in what she thought was a fair request to think about the issue. Yes, it was based on an incorrect assumption about you purchasing the sneakers and I would think from your explanation about that, that she would probably be satisfied.
I can totally understand your feeling judged and hurt. I think when you give so much of yourself and put your heart out on your sleeve it DOES hurt much more when people disapprove or question us or our motives. I don't think you needed to justify where all the money goes but if I was in your shoes, with the emotions still running high, I might have been tempted to do the same thing.
I echo other people's encouragements to put the donate button back -why rob people of the opportunity to help you if that's what they wish to do for whatever reason? I don't think you owe people an explanation of exactly where the money goes. If I donate to Greenpeace I understand that they run a lot of projects as well as admin and my funds could get used for anything under that umbrella. If I really want to know how my funds are being used then I would select a more specific charitable cause.
I also agree that the most simplest way to avoid such a response in future is to add a disclaimer that you were given the product to try. Hopefully your poster from yesterday will see that response and I hope you both can find peace about the issue.
Now go meditate, do some yoga, and let the sunshine on your skin, in your heart, and your day. We cannot please everyone and people's perceptions of us will always be largely out of our control. I'm a fine one to talk as I hate it when people aren't happy with me but slowly, slowly I'm trying to make peace with that and accept that it's a normal part of life and relating with people. To quote a gem that you emailed to me a few weeks back, "All you need to do it take the steps and then trust in the process."
Debbie xxx
I just realized I went to "the site" link and was on the original donation post! Now I see this post…….Jess, I truly believe that you are helping all of humanity by documenting your journey. The other comment was accurate in mentioning "Komen for a Cure". I don't know how many times I hear people asking for this or that for cancer or other diseases when all they are funding is a drug companies bonuses. I don't give to those causes nor do I believe in them. What you are doing is spreading the word to thousands, and potentially more, people about a different method of healing. It is incredible that we have a blogsphere for these types of situations and for the rest of us to learn. This gives people like you a chance to get a message out & it is obvious that you are not only concerned with your own healing, but also with the general well being of people, animals, & the planet. That you got some negative comments is evidence that people are reading. I think that probably 99.5% of people reading your blog are completely in support of your journey. Geez, think of all the raw fooders out there who juice for a week and then are selling a "plan" or weight loss people who are selling a pill. Girl, you are a journalist and you are documenting an incredibly important event in your life & dealing with an illness that we all deal with in our lives with friends/and or family. I encourage you to allow donations and realize that it could also grow into something greater where you are potentially creating a foundation to help train peeps to do the Gerson and those people could go out and help people get set up in their home, potentially saving more mothers, daughters, fathers, sons, friends. You are doing extremely important & necessary work. I believe strongly that you should accept donations. I am also the type not wanting to ask for anything, but what you are doing is so much greater than yourself. You are a great communicator and you really the the power to change the world, and I mean more of it than you have already changed. You are beautiful & we love you & send you all of our love & support.
Jessica,
how sad you have to go through this BS when life has dealt you already enough…You have such a great support of loving people here and the ones that are negative…let them be! I know it hurts and hard to forget people like this, they are somehow always on ones mind…as it ticks you off, but you can tell what kind of energy they are living with…what goes around, comes around…always!
Chin up beautiful and know others are here to help and thinking of you!
My blessings…and NO I do not want the money back
I think one of the points here that is being missed is that Jess got free sneakers in return for mentioning them on her blog, something she never pointed out – this makes it hard to know how much faith to put in her opinion of them.
It is similar to how medication research studies are considered less reliable if they are funded by the manufacturer of the medication – although at least they usually state who is funding them in the paper, which Jess didn't.
Jess remember your posting on the Emperor Moth at this time!. I am horrified to see your amazing blog, a haven for all things positive and healing tarnished by this incident. Brush it off and keep doing what you do. I am beyond grateful for the time, energy and love you invest in Wellness Warrior. You do such a fabulous job in your blog, it is so uplifting and inspiring that some readers may forget that you are in fact fighting your cancer, not to mention your mum. You have fought far worse so far and as hurtful this was, let it pale into insignificance. You have far bigger fish to fry than this .
i think its clear that anon a few post up may be that person from yesterday. who cares if jess gets things by giving them a mention on her blog. some people are just jealous
Very informative blog….keep it up! For most of us, health challenges are costly. I re-read yesterday's…all sounds like misunderstanding….forgive and forget…stress is toxic:)
Strangely, the donate button seems to be alive and well and highlighted in two live links within todays post. Journalism is spin, after all; well played.
Actually, no I'm not the person from yesterday. I don't doubt that Jess is in a bad financial situation and I would even consider donating to her, I just think she should point it out when she gets gifts in reward for posting certain things.
I am so sorry you have had some negativity, and sorry you felt you needed to explain your financial situation… I am also healing from cancer naturally and am totally with you on how expensive it is! I totally understand what its like and if you can get a new pair of trainers from your PR buddies AWESOME! My sister works for Ripcurl and I get free Tshirts!
I am a hairdresser too – so would be happy to cut your hair for free.. I live in Hervey Bay so could easily arrange to come and do it – and I would love to meet you too.. Let me know if your keen
Hugs and Happiness
Kellee x
Hi Jess,
Firstly, here are three things I'm loving at the moment -
1. Your Blog.
2. Charlotte Gerson.
3. Those Puma Shoes (yes I plan on getting some as well!)
I actually agree with the commentator on yesterday's blog who said that they think it is all a big misunderstanding. I think it is very easy to jump to conclusions (we are all guilty of that sometimes) and I really don't think any malice was intended (I know, I know, easy to say from the sidelines when no emotion is involved!)
I was thinking that a solution might be to have a place on your donations page where people can comment (if they want to) on where they would like their donation spent. That way people can let you know if they want it spent on food, other Gerson costs or maybe (from a fellow bookworm) some 'luxuries'. Just a suggestion…
Hi Jess,
In what world, is that toxic person from yesterday brave?? She wrote an anonymous email. Write back and state your name! She was probably just in a bad mood. Probably donated when she was inspired by yourself and then something happened that required that money, so she regretted giving, and blamed it on your shoes!! Better those than her kid/s, I suppose.
And to quote you from yesterday, "…All experiences are opportunities to learn and grow", maybe not so much as to learn from because I imagine you can handle these people very well, but maybe to share your way of dealing with these toxic boo-leaders (opposite to cheerleaders) and stressful situations. Heck, I know I would love some help dealing with emotions. I think most people come across this in their lives, which explains why some many of your readers have felt the urge to try and cheer you up, however, it doesn't help. It doesn't help when a boo-leader attacks something you don't feel strongly about (the donation button) which is why it hurt so much. And because you were so sensitive about it in the first place, I can understand completely why you took it away and encourage you not to bring it back. My mother always told me, 'if in doubt, don't do', so Jess, don't do it. If people feel strongly about donating to your plight, tell us, your faithful followers, which bank you bank with. That way, we can go into a branch of that bank and simply deposit x amount of dollars into Jessica Ainscough's account. There is no need for your account details, or a donation button. This way, your cheerleaders will have to make the time to give, not just a cheap online knee-jerk reaction for a feel good moment.
Jess, I'm so sorry to hear about the distress you've been in. I have no doubt how painful this experience has been for you. I'm very sorry you have been through it.
As a fellow blogger, I also recognise and know very well how much work is involved in blogging regularly. I think you're amazing for all you give, give and give some more.
It's of course your personal decision, but I also think that the few voices that haven;t been supportive or questioned you are far outweighed by the overwhelmingly positive feedback and support you have been receiving and remember that is there for you in these moments.
Love to you!
Casey
Hi there,
I know it is expensive to get well and I appreciate your time and advice that you give from your heart. You are an inspiration and so you should ask for donations because you are worthy and we all have to survive. Don't ever feel the need to justify yourself again it is not worth further thought. I too am healing myself and it is the most I have ever spent on me. But yes I am worth it too!!!!! Keep writing and keep smiling and know we think you are a wonderful GIVER!!!!
Wow thats a crap ton of money. Any way you could grow atleast some of your own vegetables? I've started a garden at my parents house with compost & well water & a $113 investment into seedlings… we have a tomato forest of 7 different varieties and pepper plants more prolific than rabbits. Oh and a squash plant that's determined to take over the world (the size of a trucks bed).
We did this with a small plot of land, any way yall could do the same for the gerson therapy Perhaps foraging/wild-harvesting? I don't have money to offer, only ideas =(
Chip up, get that donate button back, and you and your family live a long and healthy life! DO IT!
hi there folks
i have to write this in a few posts because i've written too much but i want to post the story i wrote.
there's alot of action here today. i remember having a similar experience myself about four years ago. so if you don't mind i'd like to share this with you guys. it's not exactly the same but i think what i learnt could help the lady (i assume female) from yesterday who is getting slaughtered here today (if she's still game enough to be reading after all the negativity towards her).
firstly, i think you're absolutely fabulous jess so please don't take this as criticism. but my impression is that maybe you were a little over sensitive and took what she said too personally – i have the same problem … if somebody isn't kind to me or doesn't treat me "normally" or judges me or is hostile towards me – even a little bit, i feel like total shit about myself and i am depressed for days. but what i've learnt is this: it's not always about me. in many instances, i just took things too personally. and really their words and actions really told me more about them than they did about me. we are all wounded to some extent.
see next post down
it's me from previous post
has anybody considered where that lady may be at in her life? where's the loving kindness and compassion from all you spiritual, meditating, yoga and juice loving junkies? (i am one of them … i'm also on gerson).
i think that gentleness and compassion towards you and her would have been more helpful in this situation. she's obviously suffering too.
anyway, that's not the lesson. the lesson is in this story. i was studying about 4 years ago and getting a small income from a scholarship. i was mentally strained to the max (doing a masters in structural engineering), in alot of physical pain (from a snowboarding accident) and was pissed off that i was spending a fortune on alot of overpaid and under-mentally worked physios and chiros whom all seemed to be making my physical problem worse – that's another story i could write a book about. i was very out of balance in my life.
anyways, i had a friend. and she had a problem in her shoulder and couldn't work. and when i was with her, she'd complain about how tough she was doing it financially etc etc etc. listening to her weighed on me and i felt compelled to give things to her to help her out. i felt that if i didn't give to her, then that meant that i was a selfish person. so i bought her food and gave her some of my clothes that i wouldn't have even thrown out but i thought that she would appreciate these things and needed them.
then i find out that she was giving away the food that i had given her (and i'm talking about organic saltanas, organic spelt pasta, organic rice etc – not crappy food) and she was giving these beautiful clothes to other people as well. and i thought at the time … shit man .. i'm doing it tough, and i'm giving her stuff that i really shouldn't be giving her … i'm in the same situation as her except that maybe i earn an extra $100 more than her a week (but she didn't have to pay rent) and she has about 1/20th the stress of my life. and she had her family also helping her out and i've RARELY ever had financial support from my parents … if anything it's been the other way around. the buck has always stopped with me. which is why i'm an overachiever and now very sick because of it.
see next post down
it's me from last post … this is the last one
so what i learnt is that it was my own internal guilt and a low self-worth that lead me to give to her. i felt it was the right thing to do in the situation … but i didn't consider myself. i wasn't in a better situation myself. i was over-extended as it was (emotionally and financially). and my first responsibility should have been to myself and my own needs. but instead the guilt lead me to abandon myself and my own needs and give to her instead. and i was giving to her with an expectation (conditional) that she would use these gift wisely (as wisely as i would have used these things) because i was sacrificing alot myself to give these things to her. our greatest disappointments come from our greatest expectations.
i felt the same guilt when you mentioned donations initially. i felt guilty that i read your blog but i just can't donate while i'm on the gerson therapy myself and don't have my parents paying for any of it and i don't hvae anybody helping me to do it and i don't have a house to sell to help me out. i wish i did. i've had to cut corners but it's better than giving up.
i realise that god understands the intention in my heart … if i don't give, it's not because i'm bad person or selfish (i'm known as a very generous person), and it doesn't mean that if i don't give then kalma is gonna make sure i don't get. i just feel that if i love myself enough and in this instance know that my need is equal to the person i want to give to, then i'm better to just keep taking care of myself. it would be a different story if i was loaded with dough and cruising with life or somebody worse off than me needed my help. but in this situation, it's just not the case. and i'm sure you understand that. and my friend would have understood. but most importantly, back then, i should have understood that.
but i do think the donation button is good for the cashed up cruisers becuase you do an excellent job and if i was cruising, i'd definitely pay a subscription fee just to get a laugh everyday becuase you're so bloody funny. you are really one of the coolest chicks i've ever read!
that's just my thoughts.
peace to everybody.
oops, i mean karma and not kalma. my spelling is crappy. sorry about that.
Hi Jess, Hope you feel better with all the warm wishes – try not to dwell on a criticism, you know yourself that forgiveness helps to lift the burden. Maybe they should of mailed you and not made it so public, and it would have been less painful to read. I hope the blog and feedback is back to positive tomorrow I look forward to your lovely posts every day; Thinking of you and your Mum. Robert Dodd (England, UK) If I had a blog yours would be one of the 8 things I am loving at the moment xxx
Hello from Barcelona:
I am a Gerson patient too. I am in my 13 month. I follow Jess blog because is helping me and cheers me up when I don't feel well. This post is just to confirm what Jess said about the Gerson Therapy. For me is the best therapy againts cancer.When you take the decission to follow such a therapy you accept the cost, the change in your life, the difficulty and also you know that there is no way back. You accept too, the beauty of the process of healing and you dicover things you didn't know where there inside yourself, and have to deal with all of that coping the best you cant with everything. All of that its enaugh staff. Any extra thing, burden, challange is just too much. Stress is the worts thing can happens when you are in the therapy because the therapy by itself is alredy very tirying and exhausting. So Jess don't let all of that to feel sick, is not good for your immune system. Its sad what has happened because this does not help you, your mother and family. Nothing of this helps to deal properly with the cancer.
Jess, there is nothing wrong in asking for help when you need it. Just,may be is good to be more careful. Sometimes people comes home to visit me, some of them are questioning my therapy. I discuss it but sometimes I can see that they feel challenge becauses I am not doing what is supposse I should do and they are afraid.
Let it go, nothing matters that much but your health. Ask for help, since you need it.
I know for experinece how expensive is and that is true that any Gerson patient does not expend money in restaurants, clothes,going out, holidays, movies etc. Gerson life is a different thing.
With love.
Rita
hi jess you are an inspiration, dont accept others' negative energy, keep shining girl. i would be happy to make a donation when i can, i pay for magazines sometimes, and i learn a lot more from you, lots of love, jacinta
Dear Jess,
I just want to send you much love, peace, warmth and support. Keep up your work, keep writing – you're a marvellous human being! You don't need to persuade any Gerson patients or Gerson caregivers about the costs of the therapy – we all know it's a daily challenge (not only financial!). It's really hard to imagine for some people… However, everybody has their life challenges, and faces their own difficulties – there's no point in comparing them. I love your attitude of acceptance of all that happens to you – as you said – everything happens with a reason. There's so much we can all learn from each other while reading your blog, and our comments, interacting… Love & veggies xxx Kasia
Dearest Jess, I am completely puzzled how anyone can just accuse you for something without asking you what's going on first! Don't let that negative way of thinking and behaving get to you!!
In fact, I am very thankful that this situation brought up the real costs of the Gerson therapy. It is always mentioned as the "cheap" alternative to chemo etc but nevertheless it is a hard burden on a family and can actually contribute to financial downfall. My health insurance would cover all the conventional cancer treatments, it wouldn't cost me a single penny personally, but the Gerson therapy I'd have to do all by myself (and I don't have a great family to stay with me daily either). I'm definitely convinced that Gerson is the way to go and I love your decision to heal with Gerson but now I have gotten a complete picture as to how realistic this approach is to me. I always kinda guessed it but seeing the figures just makes it very clear. Let's hope I am settling for a very good job and earn enough wages to do what I consider best in case of a serious illness!
Stay happy, dear, you deserve the very best xxx
Jess I picked up the forgiveness card at my reiki session today, and read your blog straight after. So I feel this needs to be passed on to you- it said (well my version of remembering it) forgiveness: its not saying to someone what they have done/said is ok (ie negative person totally uncalled for comment) but to forgive yourself into stop worrying about it- that is true forgivness. This was an epiphany for me- so just thought this was appropriate
Much love hunni
Kristy (financially struggling cancer survivor too)
Hi Jess,
Please put the donation button back. I was really glad that I got to send you a small donation and was planing to send you some spare cash whenever i had it.
I love your blog so much. I discovered it this year and have read every single post. Its a favourite part of my day and I really appreciate all the hard work you put into it. I love the affirmations you add to the end of each post, love the inspiration board (in fact i have downloaded them all onto my phone and now have an 'inspiration board' album that i look at whenever i need to feel some love and pick images to send to friends when they need a little love too) , LOVE all the nutritional information, Love your writing, LOVE IT ALL!
I actually hold you personally responsible for changing my life. I've always been a nutrition nerd, but since finding your blog I have become so much more of a nerd and am so obsessed with everything nutrition. I read every book you recommend, I've even read The Gerson Therapy, watched the entire seminar by Charlotte on youtube and am totally obsessed with all things Gerson. I no longer fear cancer or disease because I know that My body is totally capable of healing itself should I ever become ill.
I am now a vegan, do regular coffee enemas, meditate and am starting my bachelor of nutritional medicine at uni next year.
So I really hope you'll put the donation button back because I think most people who read your blog are really happy to be able to give a little bit back for all that you give to us.
Lots of love,
Liz xoxo
PS. Thanks for finding my next pair of runners for me! Those Pumas are fabulous
Hi Jess,
I really enjoy you blog and admire your strength and positivity.
I hope this doesn't upset you but I just wanted to put forward an alternate possibility. I do really prefer when bloggers disclose any endorsements/products received if they mention them in a post. I feel it is more genuine and allows the readers to make an informed choice. You seem like a genuine and honest person so I was surprised to realise you weren't doing this.
All the best with your treatments.
Jess. You rock! Peace hon xxx Espy
Gosh Jess… I am so sorry for the negative feed back from that individual. Blow it off! And put that donate button back on your site!!
I can remember a couple of year back, a woman, here in the states, asked people to donate to her on a blog to pay off her credit cards with a sad song and dance. You know what!? She became debt free very quickly because of donations. That blew my mind! People actually donated to her because she was careless with her finances.
I think it is perfectly fine to ask for financial aid to save lives. I mean, how many people ask to donate to find a bogus "cure"??? And big pharma gets hand over fist in financial resources for making more toxic drugs! It's sick.
I do know how much more expensive it is eating the right, organic way. We are really tight financially too, because of it. But, I refuse to eat conventionally! I will not run the risk of getting cancer again or having my kids get it.
Put that donate button back on your site girl! Not everyone will agree with it, but a lot will.
XO!!
Denice
Jess – I am not going to even read the previous comments left after this post. I want to say from the bottom of my heart that you are an incredibly brave woman and you must get that from your parents. I read your blog daily and you really put your heart and soul into it. I don't know where you find the time or the energy to do it, let alone deal with the negative crap from the anonymous poster yesterday.
I have never commented on your blog before, but now I feel like I have to. You aren't to feel guilty for putting a donation button on your blog, and people shouldn't feel the right to justify your purchases (whatever they may be) when they do donate to you. PEOPLE – be aware that if you make a donation, you are doing it because you are kind and you care about Jess and getting the word of this alternate treatment out….you do not get a W-4 or any other crap that it does not give you the right to know exactly where your money goes.
Jess – don't feel obligated to tell people where the money goes either. I understand why you did and I probably would have done the same thing out of anger. But please don't let someone else's negativity affect your blog posts. The true fans of you and what you are doing will be here no matter what.
Excuse my french, but if people have the time to critize what you do and what you post about, F…. them.
My heart aches Jess, You and your family have certainly been through and are still going through so much pain, yet in the face of this you make an effort everyday to share with us your priceless knowledge and your beautiful presence. Jess any cent that you have received you have given back tenfold. Your blog is such a blessing to so many and please dont let some one persons negativity over ride all of the thousands of peoples positivity that is sent to you everyday. Good is more powerful than bad. I would like to share with you a quote that found me today "Life is like a rainbow. You need both the sun and the rain to make its colours appear" You can turn this negative into a beautiful rainbow Jess, I believe that you can. Please put your donate button back up. Love to you.xxx
Yes, Please come back you and donation button!!!
We love and need you!!!! Love Sarah
How dare anyone question what you do with your money! You have spread so much goodness out there, even directly to my mum who had cancer and has won the battle so far! No one is forcing anyone to donate, you are just asking and putting forward a great reason at that. At least we know that our donations to you are going to be directly used for the benefit of 2 people in your family & also the countless people following this blog, that then also tell other people about the truth about cancer and other chronic diseases. I am appalled at the lies I hear every day about health & diseases, and I think people like you need all the help they can get to make this information mainstream, so we can cut ourselves free of big pharmas sickness industry! Don't forget you have saved many lives by spreading this info, I know of at least 2 people who are healing themselves thru Gerson, only because I sent them that ABC Radio interview clip & pointed them to your blog, in which then they took things further & said no to chemo!
You are an inspiration!
Paul M
I've only been reading for a couple months, but I check in anxiously and joyfully every day for what's on tap et al Jess! I can't imagine how heartbreaking this post is for you… Remember this shit storm that has been blown your way is only temporary. That said put those sparkling new sneakers to good use and burn off some green steam. Lots of love and positive healing vibes to you and your mum, keep fighting this very courageous battle.
*Cheering for you*
Danielle
you are amazing Jess. Keep up the good work, yo deserve EVERYTHING anyone is kind enough to give to you.
I am deeply saddened that someone made you feel that way. You are a true inspiration, sharing the most valuable and educational information to all of those around you.
People want to give to you and reading you justify where you spend your money makes me feel ill. So what if you wanted to spoil yourself and buy those shoes anyway, 10, 20 pairs, if it makes you feel good, then do it!
Please don't let negativity like this,one heartless person's opinion, break your beautiful, uplifting spirit.
You believe in yourself, we believe in you.
Harmony and the best health xxx
jess,
i am so sorry that so much negative energy as been thrown your way. as if you needed one more thing on your plate…
i know that you are a strong+positive warrior who will bounce back and continue to add value+wisdom to our lives.
thank you for everything that you do,
aisha
Dear Jess,
I had the honor of meeting you at the Gerson clinic while visiting my mother, Ina Rubi. You also know my sister Lori Williams, who was mom's caretaker at the clinic. Her husband Scott and I also took on the caretaker role once mom got back from Mexico.
Please do not let the mean spirited people of the world get you down. It is almost impossible to know the depth of work and hardship that this therapy requires. The hard work is rewarded by saved lives, or at least extending the time left to the patient.
I am sad to tell you that after 15 months on the therapy with remarkable results, my mom chose to stop so she could "do what she wanted" with the rest of her life.
Prior to ending the therapy, mom was outside in the garden and keeping as busy as a 77 year old woman with advanced stage four lung cancer could be. Within a week of ending the therapy, Ina was on oxygen 24 hours a day. She died on Monday, July 25th, exactly 2 months and 10 days after stopping the Gerson therapy.
What you are doing is fabulous and a true inspiration to so many people. I am amazed that you have the strength to do this day after day. But I also know that your perseverance will pay off and that you and you mum will continue on as examples of the amazing therapy created by Dr. Gerson.
Let the extraordinary amount of love and admiration thrown your way drown out the negativity of angry souls. You deserve nothing but praise for your efforts. Bless you.
Mark Rubi
This entire incident has been a huge misunderstanding. The majority of the responses say something like "sorry about the negative comment…" And it's understandable since most people are expressing their love and support for Jess. However, the woman's comment had NO malicious intent. She did help out of the goodness of her heart and then asked "why?" For this, she has been the object of a blogging witch hunt. I agree with the person who asked, "where are all of the spiritually understanding people now?" Jess….please don't take it so personally. Keep up your optimistic, happy attitude. Remember your raison de vivre!!
Love, Gina
Yes Jess… this is your blog and no one else. You have the right to do anything you want, because is your life and your struggle, and no one can be in your shoes, no one!!!We, human people, need to feed the body but the spirit as well…with leisure and giving ourselves some pleasures. Today I think you should get back with the financial advertisement… there's nothing wrong , it is just one more help to you!!!! From my hart with love!!! Marie
do not remove the donation button. I am rather new here and I am aquainted with a cancer patient. I ask the universe to not test me in such a way because I would not be able to do what you do. I am honored and blessed to read what you share. However do not under any means remove the donation button. You are removing the opportunity for people to serve and to in turn recieve and be blessed. Please remove ego from this and carry one the good work you are doing through this cancer! You are giving people an opportunity.Yes you may think they are helping you but you are helping them by giving them a part in seeing your healing. Even if you choose not to heal and choose to pass you taught many people things they would not learn without you. I know first hand how cruel people can be. trust me I do know. But then I learned there would not be goodness without cruelity. there would not be a front without a back. There would not be light without darkness and there would not be good without evil. Do not give in to evil please. please ask and recieve. Thank you for being all that you are. And BTW how do I give. like I said I am new and just recently found you.
hi
this post is actually for mark rubi. i am on gerson, i am aussie but lived in boulder for two years a couple of years back. now i'm back in australia. i was wondering if i could ask you a few questions about your experience with your mum doing the gerson therapy? if you wouldn't mind? i searched for an email for you on the internet but couldn't find one.
thanks
leesa
It’s so upsetting that one negative comment from a faceless ‘anonymous’ can bring so much negativity. Through your ordeal which we’ve all followed on your blog, it is obvious you have more than enough inner strength to move past this. Sending love and support to you and your family, as 99% of the readers of The Wellness Warrior are.
Jess,
I hope you realize from everyones comments how much you are making a difference in all of our lives. Forget the negative, keeping being brilliant and let your light shine! You are truly changing the world!!
Love and hugs,
Caroline de Lore xx
HEY WELLNESS WARRIOR!!!
I love you and missed you! I hadn’t been here for a while but started reading again today. Thanks for the breakdown of your Gerson Therapy costs. Although I am not fighting cancer, I was curious one day of what it would cost to live such an incredibly health life style, as I am attempting to impliment some of these changes in my life. I think I got as far a the juicer and a weeks worth of groceries when I felt like someone had completely ripped out the lining of my pockets! So, good for your for stuffing the pride and asking for help. That takes a ton of courage from most of us but it sure is refreshing when it done.
I think that you are an amazing individually and thank you for taking time away from your busy life to make mine a great bit better too! It sounds like your family is just as wonderful as you are. Tell mom and dad I said hey
Oh and the website looks amazing!
I have been trying to get my mom to do Gerson 100%. She tried it, somewhat… but stopped. Now she hides her candies and chocolates, and leaves everytime it is time to eat (my office is in her home), because she does not want me to see her eat the things she does. I had to let go and tell her that when she was ready I am here for her… it was making ME sick the way she was not taking care of herself.
The reason for my post… I admire what you and your mom are doing. I (can only assume really) know it is extremely hard… I was juicing for my mom everyday for months because my work was slow. Even just THAT alone was difficult!
Keep it up! Press on! And don’t sweat the small stuff.
Thank you for your awesome blog!!!!
xoxo
Suzy
Jess:
Wow! I go away on vacation and the _____ has hit the fan. I am troubled to see how the world has turned so vicious. I hope this experience has helped you learn more quickly how to release the negative energy of others. At one point I did recommend a donation button because I believe you and your family are honest, genuine people with an abundance of integrity. I have been inspired by your strength and regularly give money to those whom I would like to help out. I am one of those who when I have something to give, I give freely. Even if you had bought the shoes–I don’t care. You don’t answer to me! I admire you for standing up for your family–please know that is who truly counts, not any judgmental Jane’s on the web. I would be happy to donate again–I would appreciate if you would put the button back up. You have accepted with grace and you have withdrawn with grace. The choice of course, is yours. Be well and know this criticism is likely a projection of the person’s own issues–NOT YOURS!
Blessing and love.
Hi Jess. There are some horrible people out there. Some people love to bring others down or cause hurt. I love your site. You are a real inspiartion to myself and others. Keep up the good work. Bless you. Lyall
The negative behavior of other people does not define who you are. Forgive them and move on. Give us another way we can help.
I am sorry to hear about the negative comments you’ve received, but no one understands until they walk a mile in your shoes. Keep your head up and keep inspiring us all. You are amazing and don’t let anyone tell you otherwise!
Sending you and your family thoughts of blessings, love, health and happiness!
I am the caretaker for my best friend Tamira who is also doing the Gerson Therapy from home and I FULLY understand how expensive it is. We also have a blog and put a donation button up a few months after it started at the pleadings of our readers to do so. Whom ever said those horrible things to you — SHAME ON THEM! They have NO idea how hard Gerson is and how expensive it is. You’ve got two fans from GardenGangsta.com that stand by you!!!
xxoo Gayle & Tamira
Sorry to hear of those negative comments. I have just found your site…and I am just beginning the therapy, and due to expenses and lack of financial means, trying to do it at the least amount of cost. Keep up the good work…you are helping others, and those who haven’t been blessed to understand, will understand one day.
Your site will help my family members see the blessing of choosing the Gerson Therapy.
I understand exactly what you are feeling. I’ve been doing what I do since the 60′s after my Mother died of Cancer. The only control I had was food. So, I began experimenting, by the time I had graduated from high school, I had developed a clientele of well people from life threatening conditions and chronic conditions, too. I married an osteopathic Doctor, we worked together only to be threatened by the Medical Board and the FDA.
I put a donation button on my website, too. I have receive no helpful dollars and I give of my services for free.
I have spent the last 4 years teaching Congress as I work toward stopping bans from the FDA and to Stop Scientific Censorship. The deliberate attempts to squash the whole food industry and natural supplements because of the undeniable findings of the Human Genome Study….vitamin B6 repairs the Cancer gene in Parent DNA. Vitamin D and C, along with photochemical and marine plankton having a huge role. Lobbyist for the Drug and AMA are hounding Congress to stop us.
There has always be “doubters” and critical comments since the 60′s. Stay the beautiful Spiritual Warrior, too. Keep going and charge for your services…..oncologist do. Don’t forget to smell the coffee!
JESS, You know, ‘negative’ comments don’t mean much at all.
These were only negative comments because that was the value you apportioned to them….
Change your mind and you can change your world …. Literally. This is a life lesson in healing just on it’s own….
I’ve been following your blog for a few weeks, considering Gerson …and asking the question…. to myself …how much does all of this cost the average person …. Norwalk juicers, special supplements, the right doctors, and the fancy water filters access to large amounts of organic food. So your summary was very useful.
But it was also saddening to realize that the cost of this treatment is, to all intents and purposes out of reach of many cancer sufferers budget when they are to sick to work.
You have parents who were prepared to send you to the Gerson clinic, get you everything you needed, and you have almost completed the long haul…. ……..and thanks to you and your family and everyone else on Gerson, you are creating a much wider market for organic food – so growers who are passionate about good food will be encouraged to continue, reducing the costs for those who follow, and maybe even starting the trend back towards natural healing.
And on this fabulous website you have created something special: a unique resource that speaks to young people and older people as well.
I think Louise Hay would be describing all of these things as True Blessings.
They say in the world of business ‘a complaint is a gift’
Why? Because the universe doesn’t always ‘gift wrap’ its presents in pretty packaging!
You have a unique set of skills and experiences Jess – this 4 year journey has utilised your own special talents. Not many people have the social media skills to get the information out there – and you have opened up possibilities to thousands of people.
Perhaps you might consider looking into a web based Not For Profit Incorporated Foundation – to support people using Gerson therapies in Australia – people like you … just at the start of the journey. They need to know so much information, and weakened by illness they need to find it easily and fast …. local sources of food supplements, best buys, supplies -a foundation could become an Australian one stop shop for all of this …….An incorporated not for profit organisation can attract business grants, membership fees, donations and there are tax benefits as well.
So long as it is structured properly – you could be paid a wage…. – your unique experiences are valuable – and there are more than 100,000 new people diagnosed with cancer every single year in Australia…
Maybe these comments were not meant to discourage you, but highlight your experiences over a much wider range of possibilities.
Dear Jess
You are an inspiration to me – and I am so glad to have access to the journey of someone on Gerson, because
I am considering it for my MS. The quality of your output is outstanding. I think what Angela says (above) is very thought provoking and useful too. I am glad you do ALL that you do – including ‘donate’ buttons. Reinstate them. The other person could just as easily have NOT donated and kept their thoughts to themselves. But – they did not, and so we can all learn from that. Chin Up my dear Wellness Warrior XX
Unfortunately the world has some unkind and kind people, you keep your head and heart up and do what your doing. It’s really sad that insurance companies don’t cover the healthier option. Praying for your health and glad to see that your sharing
I am also on the journey of getting rid of cancer with diet, exercise and being positive. What ever plan you are on it costs, I can vouch for that. I had to give up work as getting well is a full time job. Fighting cancer this way is being responsible and you do pay for it financially and emotionally. Going to the hospital and having all the chemical treatment costs to. The difference is the tax payer is footing most of the bill. We all pay for others health if we pay tax!! Sad that the tax payer is happy to pay their taxes for health when the drug companies are reaping the benefits. The drug companies are trying to stop people like you and me who want to take responsibility and get well the natural way. I saw my Mum die last year of cancer as she was treated by the medical profession. The cost to the tax payers was over $100,000 over two years. Jess you are amazing and you should be commended for taking responsibility for your health. You have given in so many ways with your web sight giving many hope that they can beat cancer and prevent getting it through lifestyle choices. I had to go to a psychologist as well to learn how to deal with being negative and how to deal with stress as this is a big reason for getting cancer. I got cancer 2 years after my Mum was diagnosed. The shock and stress of looking after her brought on my cancer. My doctor said it was quite common to see the carer be diagnosed around 2 years after the news of their loved one being diagnosed.
Your web sight will save lives and you can not put a cost on that! So if people want to give to you why shouldn’t they. Perhaps they just want to say thank you for all that you have done for them
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Thank you so much for this realistic look at life on Gerson. SUPER helpful! You are a blessing
I found your website recently, and this is 8 months after your original post. Thank you for posting your upfront and monthly cost estimates, it is very helpful to know the commitment required for 18 to 24 months.
Blessings to you and your family.
Since I first read a few of your posts a couple of weeks ago I have started feeding my family mostly organic foods, along with the gluten free needs we already had. I welled up in Mrs Flanneries on the weekend, I was expecting the staggering price differences, but was unprepared for how far we have to go to keep my family completely free of toxins. It goes further than just fruit and veg. I’ve never wished for a lot of money, but all of a sudden it was overwhelming, the desire for money so that I could buy my children organic food and toiletries. Not to mention the constant niggling thought about saving to put water filter systems on all our taps and the shower heads. I commend everything you have to do to stay well and I think your messages are priceless. There are so many people who I’ve known that can afford organic food and choose not to buy it because they don’t think it makes a difference. The more people buy it the more affordable it will become for the rest of us. Thank you for your website, it really has changed our family and the way we look at health and life.
Hi,
Just stumbled onto your site looking for great, healthy recipes. I haven’t read yesterday’s blog post but feel I have to respond. Do not feel that you owe anyone an explanation. You know your truth and they can only see your truth through the tints of their truth. I used to want to be liked or at least seen to be doing what’s right all the time and the only person that suffers is the person needing the affirmation. The most important points I’ve picked up from you are:
1. You’re fighting a life threatening disease.
2. You’ve changed your lifestyle and everything you knew to fight this disease.
3. You’ve done what everyone wants to do but is too scared to do and you’ve said No to traditional treatments.
4. You’ve tried to share your story with others.
….and so, you like your Puma shoes. What does that make you? Still all of the above as far as I am concerned, it doesn’t detract from you as a person at all. If anything it just makes you human. Don’t see yourself through others’ eyes.
I wish you well on your journey.
Yvette Puchert » Thank you so much Yvette! What an amazing comment to read. Lots of love to you xx
Went through most of the scenario with my husband. We were fortunate enough to have been able to afford everything without any real financial hardship, but the expense is very real. Special Kudos to the respondent who mentioned the expense of conventional treatmentsto every taxpayer /insured.
Delete and block the naysayers and complainants – life is just too precious to indulge them.
I’ve only been looking at your blog for a very short time as my sister-in-law in Oz recommended it to me (I’m in the states…I think she knows your boyfriend or something…my Mom was just diagnosed with cancer). Anyway…I have NO doubt about the cost of your therapy. We buy nearly all organic in the states and a few years ago I went to a health food store on the Sunshine Coast to look for some things for my son who had food allergies at the time and nearly died when I saw the cost of organic food. It’s insane there. I mean, food is just more expensive in Australia anyway but organic is 3-4 times what it costs in the US in some cases. Crazy. So, for the entire therapy….I can only imagine. I also just purchased a VitaMix blender. I looked up the cost in Australia…double.
Plus blogging itself is super time consuming and hard. I do it just for personal stuff and it takes a lot of time. The kind of blogging you do would take even longer and the payoff is not always there.
I am amazed at what you do every day. And LOVED LOVED the posts with Joe Cross. I just watched his documentary today and it’s amazing.
Sorry you got all the nasty comments. It’s uncalled for. Thanks for all that you do. The information is invaluable.
Julie
Julie » Thank you so much Julie! I didn’t realised that organics was so much more expensive here in Australia! I did know about the price of the Vitamix though – so annoying ha ha. Thank you for your lovely comment and the love and support I could feel through each word. So grateful! xx
Hey just wanted to say that your website,personality,integrity, and drive is incredible! ! ! YOU HELP PEOPLE, the prefix “Saint” comes to mind when thinking of you !
Aaron Schloemer » Wow, that is one of the most flattering comments I’ve ever received! Thank you so much Aaron
I wish you didnt have to worry yourself with these nasty people or comments. you are doing whats right and you know that in your heart. best of luck to you and your family. would using cloths instead of TP end up saving you money? I have cloth diapers to wash so we can just throw them in the wash with them and saves us money and a few trees. it’s not as bad as most people think it is hugs
Wow, unbelievable that people made you feel bad enough to have to write this post! I agree with the people above calling for the donate button back and the lady who said a donation is like a worthwhile magazine subscription hit the nail on the head. Your amazing blog is definately worth paying for!
Some people just suck anyway Jess;or so i have found! Cancer is a very expensive journey, and if you receive ANYTHING; well.good luck! You are doing an awesome job with your Blog;the information is pertinent and helpful;it’s hard finding your way around the Maze of possibility! I am unable to fully implement the Gerson Protocol;as i have to
work for Financial stability. I also have limited support as my Partner & Family all subscribe to the conventional methods
of ‘curing’ Cancer;they think I am in denial;not facing up to the facts etc etc etc! They haven’t watched “Run from the Cure’; or about Stanley Burzynski or any of the Holistic(as opposed to traditional) Methods;I can’t waste time in converting their beliefs;I have enough to do working full time & dealing with Cancer!
Anyway Jess;keep up the good work….and don’t let a negative comment get you down. There are always going to be some who attempt to ‘keep it honest’;so to speak, she’s just going to have to deal with her doubts & fears herself.you have been open and above board;keep smiling!
Positive thought for the Day: “When there are clouds;there will eventually be SUNSHINE.xxx
All Lifes Very Best All The Time.
What the??? What a sad world we live in that somebody has been so horrible to you when you are going through a very rough time x2. I know it is now July but I have just read what you posted and you are an inspiration to lots of people. I am healthy but I love what you say and I am following (well trying to!!) your diet and I love what you have to say.
Keep up the great work and keep on looking after yourself and you mum and of course you dad and the rest of the family!!!
Keep your donation button up…we should all be supporting you and many others. In fact the cost of organics in the states, compared to here in Thailand is absolutely insane…I’m pretty poor myself…I am a graphic designer, and had my laptop stolen a few weeks ago, so I am not doing so well…otherwise I would totally help you…if you can, email me, a link that I can post on my Facebook, and whenever I can afford another pc, I will do some graphics for your cause.
It is extremely expensive to do the right thing by your body… no wonder so many give up…
We all have a path to walk, a road to travel and it amazes me that some people are so self-righteous and criticizing.
Good luck – you are walking with strong foot steps. keep going.
x0x
If all you get is a pair of Puma shoes for all that you’ve had to go through, well I think that’s the short end of the stick. Not much of a trade off is it? What kind of selfish person would look at the situation as a whole and begrudge you a nice pair of shoes?
I’d gladly buy you the shoes myself Jess. If it will make you smile and bring a small sentiment of happiness to you.
I don’t know what is wrong with people. They give with bad grace. He should have kept his money and his ill feelings to himself. I feel sad that you let this person get to you.
I am considering the Gerson treatment for myself after hearing you on the Cancer Summit 2012. I have had one round of chemo and it is not therapy in any sense of the word. If anything, that negative comment meant you blogged outlining the cost, and that’s a positive for me, because now I know what I am up for if I decide to go ahead So thanks Jess…. good came from it xo
Leisa » Thank you so much Leisa for your beautiful comment! That’s awesome that you are looking into Gerson Therapy. It’s an amazing healing system and lifestyle and well worth the cost. Wishing you all the best! xx
Dear Jessica,
I only discovered your beautiful website today. Your sight came up when I Googled Dr. Max Gerson. I love what you have done and are doing! All the best to you in 2013. Happy New Year!
Love,
– Morley Evans
I am so moved by your heartfull confession and true sincerity. God Bless you and your parents, may you find all that you need flows easily towards you. You really do deserve it. Annette.