Why isn’t the cost of the Accommodation included in the Fasting package?
This is because sometimes people like to stay with us and just 'Retreat', without necessarily Fasting. If you are staying elsewhere in Phuket it is also possible to arrange your Fast and Detox, using our cleansing system, in your own home.

Why is fasting becoming more popular?
Because once people get over their natural fear and resistance to the idea of not eating for a week or so and cleaning out their colons through the rectum and actually make the commitment and do it, then it is such a life changing experience that they go home looking; sounding and feeling so much improved that others want to do it too.

Why go to fasting centers and not do it at home?
We believe that it is fine to do some light fasting, like vegetable juice fasting at home, but to do a full- fast using the cleansers and herbs and other products that we use, is such a powerful and unique Spiritual and Physical experience that it is far better for people to be away from their
work situations and their usual environments.

Why fast at The Atsumi Center in Phuket?
At present we are the only Fasting Resort in Phuket. Phuket is an international vacation destination with an international airport and with many direct flights from around the world. We have some of the finest beaches and golf courses in the world. We offer world class, dental and
medical services that are a fraction of the overseas costs for the same services, so it is possible for people to come and recuperate with us after surgery. We also have many tourist activities like diving and snorkeling, duty-free shopping, international dinning and a host of other attractions.

What is the difference between our resort and others?
The main difference is that The Atsumi Center is a small resort, that offers "one on one" training and support through the fasting process at very affordable prices, while you can chose to stay in a large range of accommodation possibilities. Because we embrace the Atsumi philosophy which pays particular attention to the Emotional Body, we also take a very Holistic approach to the process of "Body-Mind-Spirit-Continuum" regeneration. So there are many therapies, treatments and classes that can also be part of the fasting program. In addition we have three other resorts nearby where you can do our fasting program while enjoying a more traditional vacation with your family and other non- fasting guests. These boutique resorts all have swimming pools and are close to the Atsumi Center so you can easily participate in the treatments, sessions and Yoga classes that are running at the center.

What is the difference with our fasting program and others?
Our fasting program is the "Arise and Shine" seven or ten day detox program, with Colon Hydro-Therapy Training daily. I have personally observed over 5000 people go through this process successfully and with great results. If people want to do a less dramatic fast and detox then we also have other shorter and lighter juice fasts and liver flushes.

What does Atsumi mean, is it Japanese?
It means ' Acceptance of the way things are' No it's not Japanese, it's a universal consept.

How old is Atsumi?
The philosophy is as old as the hill's, the way of expressing it came with the turn of the new millennium.

Isn't love an Emotion?
No, Love is what you are , Love is what everything is.

What are the differences between Feelings of Love and Feelings of Emotion?
Emotional Feelings are Reactions to life that we seem to have no control over. Feelings of Love are our natural and ecological response to life.

When I fell in love I didn't seem to have any control over it, isn't that Emotion?
Yes, that is an emotional experience, a romantic experience, and infatuation, maybe even and addictive experience, but it is not love

How can I experience more Love and less Emotion?
By choosing to give and share, the Love that you are and practicing the transcendence of Emotional Reactions.

But if I don't feel like I have anything to offer, then what I can do?
Transcend the discriminating mind, the need for permanence and the illusion of self as separate from existence, by establishing a regular meditation practice.

What can I do about my Emotional Feelings?
If you have only the choice between the suppression or the expression of Emotions, then express them. If you have the choice between Feelings and expressions of Love or Feelings and expressions of Emotion always choose Love.

Do I have to be free of Emotional Reactions before I can have a relationship?
We all have on going Loving Feelings and Emotional Feelings simultaneously. The more free you are of Emotional Reaction the more Love you'll have to give, but do not wait to be 'perfect' to give what Love you have.

How many different kinds of Universal Life Force are there?
There is only on universal life force, just as there is only one air that we breathe. Even though humans like to separate existence into bits, atoms and partials, countries, race, religions, creed, class, and social status. There is still only one true reality of which everything is a part and that is Love.

What kind of meditation is Atsumi Meditation?
There is only one kind of Meditation which is the state of Meditation or Samadi. Atsumi is a way of life.