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Beth Patrick, WLS Patient, Georgia, shared this in the NAWLS forum: 

"I'm new to NAWLS but just wanted to tell everyone what a wonderful retreat Katie put on. It was awesome! I was fearful because I had never gone to a retreat before much less with 8 other women I had never met and 1 had met briefly (Katie). But from the moment I walked in I knew I was in a safe place and my fears evaporated. Katie is like the sun coming out on a cloudy day!! She is so inspirational..so many gems to take away. I have never posted on a forum either but I just wanted to share the joy of such a wonderful weekend. Thank you, Katie Jay!"

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What is a Renewal Retreat?

There is plenty of meeting space.

Renewal Retreats are SMALL, intimate gatherings for women who have had weight loss surgery of any kind.

This retreat is intended to be a safe, nonjudgmental place for you to come and focus on yourself. The exclusive retreat will be facilitated by me, Katie Jay, MSW, Certified Wellness Coach, and will include informational sessions, workshops, and free time in a luxurious oceanfront setting.

The WLS lifestyle is challenging, and many women find themselves either regaining weight, or feeling terrified that they will.

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Sherly Armes-Harding, NAWLS Member, North Carolina, recommends Katie's retreats:

"I wasn't sure I would be comfortable in a group of strangers, but I didn't feel that way once I walked in the door. WOW. We had so much in common, and I now know I am not alone on my WLS journey. I enjoyed all the women. And Katie shared excellent information and made the whole thing interesting and fun. She has some amazing insights and is so profoundly inspirational, because she has walked the walk and has overcome many of her own struggles. I highly recommend this retreat to WLS patients -- no matter what the surgery type. It is my second NAWLS retreat, and I'm already saving up to the next one!!!!"

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At this Renewal Retreat, you will learn how to:

• Understand and accept the person you've become
• Identify self-sabotaging behaviors and why you do them
• Fight weight regain using proven cognitive-behavioral techniques to help you change your negative thinking and behavioral patterns 
• Love and respect yourself
• Give love and support to others without neglecting your own needs
• Chart a path toward freedom from obesity and the obesity mindset
• Be truthful with yourself about where you are headed and where you want to be
• Foster and nurture healthy friendships based on the real you
• Take good care of yourself so you can extend care to others
• Relax so that stress doesn't trigger self destructive and self defeating behavior 
• Discover how much support you actually need and come to accept help from a loving, supportive community 
• Create a sacred space in your life in which you can safely explore your needs and develop strategies to meet them 
• Discover the path to peace with food, the scale, and your body 
• Live the life you've always wanted  
  

(To register for the retreat now, click here.)

The bunk rooms are nicely done.

What does registration include?

• Three nights at a pristine oceanfront home, plus a fourth night FREE after the retreat ends.
  
• Eight (8) gourmet and WLS-friendly meals (That's dinner Friday; breakfast, lunch, and dinner on Saturday and Sunday; and breakfast Monday.)
  
• Workshops, small-group discussions, guided imagery, coaching, exercise opportunities, bedtime stories, and more.
  
• All retreat materials including a workbook/journal and reference materials.

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Robin Zinaman, WLS Patient, New York, felt safe at the retreat and enjoyed her time there. she wrote:

"Hi Katie, I just wanted to take a minute and thank you for an absolutely incredible weekend.  I learned so much and, at the same time had so much fun!
 
Thank you for providing a comfortable environment and a safe harbor. I bonded with each and every woman there!
 
You are a remarkable woman and I am so honored to have had the opportunity to spend so much time with you. You are an inspiration and truly a shining light. Much love - Robin."

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And there are bonuses, too!

Two Jump-start Retreat Teleseminars. Only registered retreat participants may attend these teleseminars, hosted by me, to help you get a jump start on your retreat experience. You will have a chance to get to know other participants and arrive at the retreat with friendships already underway. ($118 value) Please note: You will be responsible for the long-distance charges for the calls.

NEW! Guided imagery CD. All participants will receive a free audio recording based on the retreat theme on CD. This visualization experience is sure to enhance what you'll learn over the weekend.

An extra night's stay FREE, after the retreat is over. That's right! As we stated above, you may stay one more day at the end of the retreat to enjoy the beach and relax with some free time just for you! (Keep in mind, you'll need to purchase your own meals once the retreat ends.)

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Bernie Ingrham, WLS Patient, Pennsylvania, LOVES the retreats, and said:

"This is the second NAWLS retreat I have attended in three months! I LOVE them. People don't know ahead of time if it's worth the money, or worth taking the time off work. But let me tell you, it is life changing! I felt so safe, I didn't want to leave. And I have never laughed so hard in my life. I also loved meeting all the women. We have so much in common, yet each of us has a unique beauty. It was amazing!"

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How much does the retreat cost?

As stated above, the cost of this renewal retreat includes three-nights lodging (plus a fourth night FREE after the retreat ends), all of your meals during the retreat, your materials, and the retreat experience.

Anyone else would be charging more than $1,200 for an event like this!

The singles are comfortable.

But my all-inclusive retreat ranges from $799 to $899, depending on sleeping accommodations (single or bunk).

NAWLS members get 10% off! Click here to learn more about NAWLS and to join.

(To register for the retreat now, click here.)

Refund Policy

Because of the fixed expenses associated with providing this retreat, refunds will not be available, but your registration is transferable to another WLS person.

Register early; room assignments are made on a first-come, first-served basis.

(To register for the retreat now, click here.)

Still not sure?

Check out these detailed testimonials to find out what past retreat participants have experienced. The Renewal Retreat in Ocean Isle Beach, North Carolina in October 2009 was a huge hit. Members tell me it far exceeded their expectations!

I look forward to sharing this magnificent weekend with YOU!

Warm regards,

Katie Jay, 5 years out from weight loss surgery!

Katie Jay

P.S. Space is limited. I urge you to register today; we have only 7 spots left!

P.P.S. If you sign up for membership in NAWLS, you may claim your 10% member discount off of the price of registration, and I'll also send you my autobiography, Dying to Change: My Really Heavy Life Story for FREE (valued at $24.95)!

(To register for the retreat now, click here.)

If you want to live at a healthy weight, and enjoy your post-WLS life, now is the time to commit to self-discovery and awareness.

Come unveil the new you and reap the rewards an authentic life-style will bring! That is, when what you say you want and want you actually do to help yourself are one in the same.

This retreat will take you by the hand and teach you the principles of authenticity so you can finally be free from constant worry and fear. Learn to let go of the pain and welcome a new world full of possibilities.