In 2001 I was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis (UC), an autoimmune condition that left me feeling lost, angry, and defeated. Despite ongoing medical treatments and invasive tests, I continually suffered from excruciating flares and terrible side effects that left me bedridden and scared for my future. For over 20 years I accepted being the helpless, sick person.
UC affected every part of my life and yet it as my “normal”. That changed when I received a shock diagnosis in June 2021 that the disease had progressed even further and that I now needed a total colon removal due to extensive scar tissue from repeated flares that was dangerously close to completely blocking my large intestine along with a 70% chance of cancer – that was the moment I knew I was done with accepting my miserable, unfulfilling and isolating life.
For those of you that are unfamiliar with ulcerative colitis (inflammatory bowel disease) the struggle is real – terrible physical symptoms along with anxiety, loneliness, panic attacks, and depression that are exhausting and demoralising.
Doctors will tell you medications or surgery are the only way to manage the disease, but I now know, believe and advise that when you realise that healing starts within your mind, then you can truly create miracles in your life.
Determined To Defy the Odds
Although the doctors pressured me to accept my fate, I could not accept that my only option was invasive and intense surgery. This decision was in some ways my rebirth because it opened my eyes to the realisation that I had simply accepted my subpar life, never understanding I had the power to change things. Now that I was laser focused on wanting to heal, I began to deep dive into what was holding me back from amazing health and why was my condition, despite the medical interventions not getting better?
Everything began to fall into place when I was introduced to the immense power of the mind-body connection and the incredible power of Rapid Transformational Therapy (RTT) – a method created by renowned therapist, author and speaker Marisa Peer. Suddenly everything made sense – your mind needs to be along for the ride if you want to heal in any area of your life.
Using a holistic approach consisting of RTT, listening to profound thought leaders like Dr. Joe Dispenza and Gregg Braden, consuming certain foods and supplements and making time for prayer, meditation, visualisation and yoga I fully immersed myself in a lifestyle of healing.
In December 2021, six months after I was told surgery was my only option, I astounded the doctors with a successful colonoscopy that showed remarkable improvement of my “untreatable symptoms”. Defying the odds and avoiding surgery was one of the best days of my life! It showed me I was capable and deserving of amazing and wonderful things – a belief I had not had in my life up until this point.
RTT transformed my life and continues to shape my mindset every single day. I find it very rewarding to see the way my client’s change, transform and thrive as they too begin to uncover and release the limitations holding them back as they reset their mindset to accept and expect the life they desire and deserve.
Discovering My Purpose and Mission
Finding natural healing solutions and transforming my life inspired me to invest in getting formally qualified in RTT and create Quantum Shift Therapies because I want to empower people – perhaps you – to understand the power within and release the blocks, shame, guilt, or trauma that holds you back from your happiness, health and wealth.
Beyond Quantum Shift Therapies, I believe that knowledge is power and always feel honoured when asked to contribute to publications or am invited to speak because it is so important for us to share stories that uplift, inspire, offer hope and show that miracles are possible. In October 2022, I co-authored the Amazon bestseller, “Victim To Victory,” sharing powerful stories of transformation and resilience.
Gratitude for My Life Today
Today I feel very grateful to have the quality of life I have and to be able to do the things that once seemed impossible. In addition to Quantum Shift Therapies, I also own Goddess by Feritta, my e-commerce brand focused on gifts that inspire joy, wellness and healthy living. Additionally, I share my love for good food and my culture through my blog, Eat in Style by Feritta where I share easy, nutritious recipes for the busy cook who wants to eat well too.
I am also a wife, fur baby mum and devoted aunty who loves spending time with family.
I’m Here For You
I know how modern living can feel overwhelming – especially when we ignore our physical and mental wellbeing. Having support is so important, that’s why I am so happy to be a part of The Sussex Newspaper family and I hope my column will provide you with easy, helpful information that gets you thinking about how you use your mind and what you are feeding your mind, body and soul.
Whether you’re just curious, struggling with an illness, seeking personal growth, wanting to break free from limitations, or are striving for a healthier and more fulfilling life, I’m here to support you on your journey to healing and transformation.
Connecting and helping you live your best life is my purpose and joy and I look forward to being a part of your day when you read The Sussex Newspaper.
Farita Khambatta will be writing a regular column for The Sussex Newspaper starting from next week.