In early 2022, after nearly a decade climbing the corporate marketing ladder, I hit a breaking point. I loved my fast-paced, high-achieving lifestyle—until I didn’t. The COVID lockdowns, a toxic work environment, and an abusive relationship left me dealing with panic attacks, insomnia, and migraines. My body screamed STOP, and this time, I listened.

I decided to take a sabbatical, planning an 8-month journey around the world. But instead of exploring new countries, I found myself diving inward. My “quick reset” idea (including a 3-week Ayurveda detox) turned into a year-long journey of self-discovery. I realized how disconnected I was from my emotions, how much I’d been living in survival mode (on autopilot often in trauma responses like disassociation), and how little I trusted my body’s wisdom.

What I thought was “just who I am”—perfectionism, migraines, anxiety—was actually my body begging me to slow down and heal. So, I made it my mission to reconnect deeply with myself: physically, emotionally, mentally, and spiritually. I wanted to truly know myself from the inside out, trust my body’s wisdom, and meet myself with the same kindness and respect I extend to others.

Over the next 12 months, I immersed myself in various trainings, coaching, therapy, and healing modalities. By the end of it, I realized I didn’t want to return to my “old life.” Instead, I wanted to build a life aligned with my true self.