The Same Familiar Story:
- You find yourself reacting to loved ones with emotional outbursts, even though you know better.
- You've read the self-help books, done traditional therapy, practiced meditation...but still you find yourself repeating the same unhealthy relationship dynamics.
- You are smart and accomplished. But success is not translating into real peace or wellbeing, just more sophisticated ways of coping.
- You deeply care about the people around you. You manage to keep family and work together but you are quickly reaching the limits of what you can push through without relying on that extra glass of wine (or three).
- You know that something is missing, that there must be a better way. You are ready for a profound change, and are willing to find out what's really going on.
The Childhood Beliefs Driving our Negative Patterns
As children we all make up beliefs about ourselves. These beliefs eventually become our identity, an unconscious self-image that guides much of our current decisions and reactions.
This idea of ourselves is not who we are in truth. Carrying this idea has a cost - our self concept produces a deep inner conflict that is too often upsetting to admit, even to ourselves. Over the years we develop coping strategies to try and hide the conflict, the war with ourselves. We work hard to present a positive image to others and to ourselves.
This idea of ourselves is not who we are in truth. Carrying this idea has a cost - our self concept produces a deep inner conflict that is too often upsetting to admit, even to ourselves. Over the years we develop coping strategies to try and hide the conflict, the war with ourselves. We work hard to present a positive image to others and to ourselves.
Symptoms we develop to hide our core negative beliefs::
~ Anxiety ~ Depression ~ Codependent Relationships - Disregulated
Relationship with Body and Food ~ Stress and Overworking ~ Addictive
Patterns & Self sSbotaging Behaviors ~ Loss of a Sense of Meaning and
Direction - Low Self worth
Relationship with Body and Food ~ Stress and Overworking ~ Addictive
Patterns & Self sSbotaging Behaviors ~ Loss of a Sense of Meaning and
Direction - Low Self worth
To Break the Pattern we Must Heal at the Root
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Real change is not possible when we only address symptoms. Only when we heal our core beliefs we can achieve a lasting change.
Many approaches teach how to develop "healthier" coping strategies to manage disregulated emotions, addictions and other unwanted behavior patterns. At Choose Again we work at the level of belief, which is the only level where change is possible, We developed and taught a simple, powerful and life changing process that brings us right to the core of the issue. Our Six Steps to Freedom is an elegant, direct path to heal your core beliefs at the root. |
Introducing Choose Again 100 Days to Freedom
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Our 100 Days to Freedom is a holistic, psychologically precise and spiritually informed program that heals unwanted emotional patterns and relationship dynamics at their root.
For more than 20 years, our program has helped thousands of people break free from stress, anxiety, addictive behaviour, and toxic relationship dynamics. Each 100-day journey begins with a week long intensive residential retreat in Costa Rica, and is followed by a three-month Practice and Integration Program - live online. |
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Grounded in Diederik Wolsak's Groundbreaking
Six Steps to Freedom
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Diederik Wolsak's Six Steps to Freedom is a simple, proven, life changing process for self-healing.
Diederik Wolsak, the founder of Choose Again. was born in a Japanese concentration camp during the second world war, This challenging and traumatic beginning led him to a powerful journey of self-healing. The Six Steps is what he discovered on way. Since then he shared it with thousands in through talks and workshops. In 2006 He created the Choose Again center in Costa Rica, where the Six Steps are used as the central therapeutic method. Designed to be practiced without the need for an external therapist, it has proven to be a remarkably powerful tool to transform even the most persistent symptoms of suffering. |
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Recognition of the Six Steps to Freedom Process
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"Direct and eloquent… a practical six-step program to self-liberation.”
Gabor Maté
Renowned Speaker & Bestselling Author / Canada
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“It has the power and the potential to truly change your life.”
Jerry Jampolsky
Founder of Attitudinal Healing International & Bestselling Author / USA
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Choose Again's 100 Days to Freedom
A Week-Long Costa Rica IntensiveThe 100 Days starts with an immersion in the profoundly transformative and healing environment of our center, El Cielo.
With maximum 10 participants and led by facilitators who live and embody our work you will be guided to Identify the childhood belief driving your patterns, experience forgiveness and release, feel their nervous system recalibrate, and reconnect with your natural wholeness. |
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Plus a Three-Month Practice & Integration Program
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20+ years, with an Unprecedented Success Rate
In December of 2011, Warren Helfrich, a program evaluation consultant in private practice, was contracted to complete an evaluation of the services offered by Choose Again at their Healing Centre in Costa Rica (El Cielo).
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Improvement in Quality of Relationhships - 132% increase The total number of individuals indicating that they had a very positive relationship with their spouse/partner more than doubled from pre‐test ratings to follow‐up - a 132% increase. |
Improvement in General Quality of Life - 89% improvement 95% of those attending the Centre reported having ‘very good’ quality of life at the time of exit, an 89% improvement over the pre‐test result. |
A clearer sense of meaning and purpose - 148% over pre‐test results. 77% of individuals exiting the Centre indicated that they had a strong sense of the purpose and value of healthy relationships, an increase of 148% over pre‐test results. |
Read the full evaluation here
A Holistic Approach
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Universal spiritual teachings and practices serve to help each participant cultivate a vibrant awareness of the true nature of their own minds, their innate worthiness.
Our program is structured holistically, addressing not just the mental and emotional aspect of healing but also using somatic practices like holotropic breathwor, yoga, movemnet, creative expression. |
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Facilitators that Share from Lived Experience
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All Choose Again facilitators are personally trained by our founder, Diederik Wolsak.
The requirements to become a facilitator at our program are demanding - all facilitators have spent several years at out our center, immersing themselves in supporting the program and doing their own work before being allowed to guide others. Having transformed their own lives through this work, they bring deep personal experience and empathy to help you achieve the same profound transformation |
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Countless Stories of Transformation
Over the years we have gathered countless stories of deep healing and transformation.
I chose to gift myself a retreat to El Cielo. It was the best birthday present I have ever received or given. I didn't know much about this magical place in Costa Rica or the Choose Again Six Step Process. I was hesitant. Now, after being through the program and coming back to my world and seeing first hand how peace and happiness is attainable, I encourage all other folks reading this review to "Go for it." Pack your bags and transform your life. This really works. Everyone in my group had a life changing experience. You will re-connect and discover through the help of the fantastic staff that all along the key to happiness and peace exists right in you. They will help you navigate how to access that truth. I am forever grateful to myself for choosing to go to Costa Rica, the amazing Team at Choose Again and the people who shared in my journey. |
As a busy working mom, I felt that I was ‘destined’ to be stuck in the rat race of life, putting everyone else first and never having time for me. Because of this belief I was unhappy and constantly looking to find love and relief in all the wrong places. Making the decision to come to El Cielo, to put myself first was the greatest gift I gave myself (and my family). First, the program is designed to nourish your body and mind. The food is fantastic and the beauty of the silent walks took my breath away. Knowing and believing now that I am joy and peace at my core and that it is only my choice to be anything but that, has given me the trust in myself to go forwards with love. |
You will find many more similar stories of transformation HERE.
The Costa Rica Experience
A week-long Intensive in Lake Arenal, Costa Rica
Daily Therapeutic Group Sessions
Dive deep every day, into the core beliefs that drive negative patterns of thought and experiences in your life, and emerge with a lifelong tool for peace of mind, creativity and connection.
Daily Yoga, Mindfulness, & Breathwork Sessions
Integrate movement and mindfulness with gentle yoga and awareness practices daily. Gain profound insight and perspective during our focused and intensive holotropic breathwork sessions.
Daily Walks & Lake Swimming
Mindfulness walks and swimming outings at our center on Lake Arenal, Costa Rica.
Vibrant Gourmet Cuisine
As everyone who has been to El Cielo knows, we take eating very seriously. The mind-and-body healing we offer our guests is necessarily supported by vibrant, nourishing cuisine.
Our international, in-house chefs serve three buffets a day of globally-inspired, locally-sourced food. The menu is high in salads and vegetables, with local fresh fish or chicken for protein, and low in refined carbohydrates. Meals range from fresh eggs and avocados for breakfast, creative Buddha bowls for lunches, and delicious gourmet dinners; all augmented by fresh fruits, green smoothies, and a regular supply of salads and micro-greens grown in our on-site greenhouse. Coffee, tea, and snacks available all day.
Vegetarian and vegan preferences can be accommodated.
Our international, in-house chefs serve three buffets a day of globally-inspired, locally-sourced food. The menu is high in salads and vegetables, with local fresh fish or chicken for protein, and low in refined carbohydrates. Meals range from fresh eggs and avocados for breakfast, creative Buddha bowls for lunches, and delicious gourmet dinners; all augmented by fresh fruits, green smoothies, and a regular supply of salads and micro-greens grown in our on-site greenhouse. Coffee, tea, and snacks available all day.
Vegetarian and vegan preferences can be accommodated.
Beautiful Accommodations, Garden & Lake View
Our unique mid-elevation locale boasts manicured gardens in the midst of lush jungle overlooking the stunning Lake Arenal. Our facilities include a communal dining hall, spaces for indoor and outdoor group circles, a yoga studio and a greenhouse where we grow our own greens.
All rooms have posturepedic mattresses, a private bath, and veranda with garden and lake view.
All rooms have posturepedic mattresses, a private bath, and veranda with garden and lake view.
Serene & Beautiful Outings
In every intensive we make sure to make at least one excursion to a local site of extraordinary beauty. This could be to the wild hot springs by Arenal Volcano, the tranquil Lake Arenal that is our spectacular view, our local equine therapy centre, and/or one of the vast and peaceful beaches on the Nicoya Peninsula.
The excursions are an essential part of the therapeutic program, offering participants an opportunity to practice what you are learning, engaging with local people and natural surroundings.
The excursions are an essential part of the therapeutic program, offering participants an opportunity to practice what you are learning, engaging with local people and natural surroundings.
The Three Month Practice & Integration Program
Live Online Support When you Go Back Home
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• Weekly Six Steps to Freedom Online Circles,, led by senior counsellors.
• Biweekly QA & group coaching sessions to support integaration After your stay, you will have access to an extensive 90+ day aftercare program included for every participant.
Live integration sessions every two weeks for the duration of the program, (1.5 hours each session), with the same counsellors you worked with at our healing centre in Costa Rica. An opportunity for expert guidance while integrating your new practice into daily life. Weekly online Therapeutic Circles for the duration of the program, (2 hours each). Small group session focused on practicing the six steps in a safe and supportive environment. |
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Program Cost
Week Long Intensive in Costa Rica
(Maximum 10 Participants) plus
3 months of Practice and Integration Online
$5,400 USD
All Inclusive, Shared Accommodation
$6,800 USD
All-inclusive, Private Accommodation with ensuite:
7 Nights Costa Rica Accommodation ~ The Full Therapeutic Program ~ All Meals
~ All Excursions ~ Airport Transfers Included
At Home: Bi-Weekly Online Coaching Sessions
~ Weekly Six Step Sessions Online
Extensions to two weeks Costa Rica are available.
Talk To us about a longer stay.
Talk To us about a longer stay.
Autumn/Winter 2026 Dates
October 17 - 24 |
Led by Fred Wilberts |
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October 28 - November 4 |
Led by Fred Wilberts |
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November 7 - 14 |
Led by Fred Wilberts |
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November 28 - December 5 |
Diederik Wolsak and Fred Wilberts |
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December 9 - 16 |
Led Diederik Wolsak and Fred Wilberts |
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Read an independent evaluation of our program |
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