And in came the tall ship...

Watching this episode brings back such wonderful memories for me. In Hawaii I had to face my fears and jump from a 34-foot cliff into the sea! I nearly passed out when I was told what I had to do and there was a large part of me that didn’t think I would make it… However, I jumped and when I eventually rose from the bottom of the sea I felt like I was taking my first breath of life.

I’m sure these contestants will have walked away from the Face Your Fears challenge feeling a little changed… There really is something so special about discovering the little things that lay inside of you that you only find when you are pushed beyond your comfort zone. I’m certain the contestants discovered something special about themselves that will stay with them forever.

Watching Phoebe climb up the mast of the tall ship, I thought I could see false bravado! But her challenge really came when she was told she had to jump. She really had to face her fear and, for a split second, it looked as though it would get the better of her.

Phoebe, like all the contestants, has made it this far because of her mental strength. And that strength will help her throughout her life. She is so very blessed that she has been given the opportunity to discover it so young.

And David… Now, when I went to Camp Biggest Loser, David asked me about family, children and how to cope. I can see just how important it is too him to be a role model for his children. Facing a fear and conquering it will be something his children will remember. What David is doing will be a priceless gift for his family.

These contestants should stand tall and proud with the knowledge that they are discovering their inner strength, courage and trust.

Video highlights...

Phoebe scales dizzying heights to overcome her fears!