Yoga, pilates, and physiotherapy, as much as they offer, weren't the sole keys to unlocking my well-being. My life had been meticulously constructed around a profound love for sports, living in locations that allowed me to immerse myself in my athletic passions, and pursuing a career in physiotherapy that not only aided fellow athletes but also granted me the freedom to chase my own athletic dreams. Yet, this unyielding pursuit of excellence came at a cost, not only to my health but also to the bonds I held dear.

Then, fate took a sudden twist in December 2021. A cardiac arrest struck me out of the blue, and it was my partner who, armed with knowledge of CPR, became my lifeline, saving my life.

The aftermath of this traumatic event was nothing short of life-altering. A diagnosis of a rare cardiac condition shook the very foundation of my world. The prognosis was clear - sports, the very essence of my being, were no longer a viable part of my life. I was confronted with a stark and unsettling identity crisis.

At first, this was easy to accept as the fact that I was alive out ruled everything, I was overcome by how incredibly beautiful this world is and how fortunate I was to be living in it… but after a while that began to wear off and the true realisation began to set in, who am I without my health, and sport? All of my aspirations shattered. The plans my partner and I had shared for our future completely changed. Ruled by fear I began to dismantle my life.

What ensued was a challenging journey, marked by life-altering decisions. My career took a backseat, relationships underwent transformation, sponsorship deals dissolved, and the sense of stability was constantly disrupted.

During this period of exploration, I found a new passion and interests, including psychology and uncovered the profound impact of yoga on both my mind and body. It was then that I began to recognize that, unbeknownst to me, I had developed a profound dependency on sports. It was an addiction, albeit not a detrimental one, that had subtly dominated my life.

The most critical lesson I've taken from this journey is the importance of balance and the soothing of a nervous system. Mine was overactivated with a pursuit of physical activity and extreme sports. This was a coping strategy for other psychological unmet needs.

Yoga became my lifeline. It helped me recover and find a sense of calm. A form of moving meditation, offering a state of flow similar to what I found during my favourite sports. Had I had these skills of finding balance, learning where my drive comes from and the ability to consciously take rests and truly listen to the needs of my mind and body, my performance as an athlete may have benefited drastically.

Now, I'm here to support others on their wellness journeys and performance. My aim is to help them avoid the similar challenges I faced and guide them to a balanced mind and body through yoga and shared experiences, in combination with my skills and wealth of knowledge in physiotherapy and the human body.