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Shift Breathwork Collective, Victoria, BC (2026)

01/28/2026

Are there areas in your life where what you desire sits on the other side of stepping through discomfort?

The truth is, I didn’t have to have surgery. I was pain free the majority of the time & could do most things without too much limitation. But my foot acted up, I could only wear runners, & it was degenerating.

I postponed it for years, dreading the surgery, the 3-month recovery & the uncertainty of the outcome.
But I didn’t want to mediocrity. I wanted freedom. I wanted optimal function.
 So I stepped into considerable discomfort to buy me that freedom.

This is where many of us settle.

So often, it isn’t a lack of desire that keeps us here. It’s fear.

We settle because we don’t want to face discomfort.

This isn’t a personal weakness. It’s biology.
Our nervous system is wired to keep us in familiarity & safety. Choosing growth & joy requires courage.

We stay in relationships that are no longer aligned with our growth or where we’re headed because being alone or face the initial hardship of closure.
 We remain in unfulfilling, stressful work or failing businesses because starting over feels daunting.

Many of us avoid the healing work because it requires honesty. Feeling what we’ve been pushing aside. Naming patterns we’d rather avoid. Setting boundaries that feel uncomfortable.

Avoiding discomfort can feel easier short term. But the cost accumulates.

It shows up as chronic stress, low energy, emotional numbness, or the sense that something is missing.
 As getting by instead of living with depth, freedom, & alignment.

Growth asks us to move through discomfort, in service of something more honest, more aligned, more alive.
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What would it feel like to step beyond this discomfort into greater freedom, alignment, & joy, in pursuit of your desires? ❤️✨

💬 What resonated most for you? ⬇️

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01/27/2026

Like so many, I am heartbroken & outraged.

I don’t have the words. Any attempt to do justice to the gravity of what’s unfolding right now would fall short of the reality we’re witnessing.

A gentle reminder that the racing heart, the anxiety, feeling activated, devastated, or irate right now is not a failure of regulation. Our nervous systems are designed to respond to threat.

When safety is violated, when there is gross injustice, rights are threatened, & when deeply held values are betrayed, activation is a normal & meaningful response.

It signals that something needs attention.

Regulation doesn’t mean numbing, bypassing, or forcing calm. It doesn’t mean we shouldn’t feel this or respond.

It provides an opportunity to give the body a way to process what it’s receiving, so we don’t have to carry it unintegrated, allowing us to stay resourced enough to think clearly, care deeply, & choose how we respond.

Expression is part of the process. Breath, movement, writing, shaking, tears.

These aren’t ways of avoiding what’s happening. They’re ways of processing & staying with it, without letting it overwhelm our health, capacity, or resilience.

From a place of regulation & awareness, there is power in honoring our voice, in naming what we feel & see, & in responding with intention to what we cannot tolerate.

Knowing many of us are holding so much right now, I’m hoping this offers a supportive way to process.

An opportunity to slow down, feel what’s present, & stay connected rather than shut down or hardened.

I hope we can all invest in the self-care that truly supports us right now & that we have community to lean into. 💛✨

Be gentle with yourself, create space for what you’re feeling, & let expression take whatever form resonates. There is relief in letting it move.

Much love ❤️

💬 Which of these ways to support processing feels most accessible for you? ⬇️

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01/23/2026

Feeling flat, wired, or depleted lately?
 Could you be overlooking these natural, foundational practices that support mood & well-being?

These 10 natural mood boosters are simple, science-backed practices that enhance your health, regulate your nervous system, & support overall well-being.

When energy is low or stress is high, it’s easy to look for fast relief, but that isn’t sustainable.
 How we feel, function, & respond to stress is shaped most reliably through foundational practices that build capacity, resilience, & steadier internal states over time.

These foundational practices don’t require extremes or perfection, it’s not about force, it’s a return.

Their effectiveness comes from being woven into daily routines through small, manageable steps & practices that can be maintained over time. 🌿

Improving my sleep, time in nature, quality nutrition & breathwork have been game-changers for me. 🌿✨

💬 Which one could you implement this week, for even a few minutes? ⬇️

If you are looking for support to implement these into your regular routines, DM me & let’s talk about we can work together. ❤️

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01/21/2026

How do you define success?

Perhaps it is not the big accomplishments, the possessions, or the shiny things that define success but,

the quality of our connections,
a sense of purpose & contribution,
a regulated nervous system,
the ability to live in & accept the present,
standing in our worth,
kindness & a loving heart,
living in truth, integrity & alignment,
possessing health & wellbeing,
living in a state of peace, joy & fulfilment.

These posts felt like a timely return to what truly matters.

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💬 What else would you add to the list of what truly matters? ⬇️

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01/20/2026

Do you ever notice yourself getting caught up in a story of lack or suffering?

This is my reality for the next 12 weeks & admittedly, it sucks! But I’m choosing how I show up for it.

I just had surgery, & can’t weight bear on one foot for 8 weeks & am in boot & can’t drive for next 12 weeks.

Being in pain, living on my own, & suddenly losing mobility, independence, & having my world shrink overnight is a lot.

Admittedly, I’m feeling isolated & a bit helpless, which is not a place that I like to be.

And, I refuse to be miserable for 3 months. Why would I choose that?

So, I’ve decided to make this an experiment in self-care, learning lessons & walking the talk.

I’m also asking different question: What is good about this problem? What is the opportunity?

This is giving me time & space that I don’t normally have, so I’m finishing my NLP course, sorting business projects, enjoying podcasts, reading, invest in self-care, & embracing some much needed downtime.

I am also choosing gratitude: Not to gloss over how hard this is but to focus on what is genuinely supportive, to lift my perspective & mood.

I’m deeply grateful for:

💛 my wonderful friends & family who got me to another city & back for surgery & are keeping me nourished

💛 all the beautiful souls who are calling, texting & visiting keep me company & feeling connected❤️

💛 month off of work

💛 a lovely home to heal

💛 the beauty of nature to brighten my day

Turning toward gratitude, curiosity, & opportunity doesn’t change the circumstances, but a growth mindset can lift mood, reduce mental strain, & restore a sense of agency, impacting how we feel.

We may not choose or like our circumstances, but we are able choose how we relate to it, & that choice shapes our state. 🌿

Right now, I’m choosing what genuinely supports & uplifts me.

💬 Is there an area of your life right now where shifting your mindset could change how it feels? ⬇️
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01/16/2026

Have you noticed subtle shifts in how you respond to stress lately?

When a system has been living in survival mode for a long time, regulation may not feel like instant ease or big changes. It can feel unfamiliar at first. Sometimes even uncomfortable.

Through somatic practices like conscious breath, gentle movement & embodied awareness, alongside consistent rhythms of rest, nourishment, nature & connection, the body begins to recalibrate.

Not by force, but through repetition. It begins to recognize that it no longer needs to be in a state of constant alert.

As cues of safety register again, stress hormones begin to stabilize, emotional regulation strengthens & your natural rhythm slowly returns.

Resilience builds not because stress doesn’t exist, but because the system is able to return to balance more easily.

You may notice yourself showing up differently.
Less reactive.
Less over explaining.
More able to pause,
to listen inward,
to hold boundaries,
to honour rest,
& what genuinely sustains you.

These are not insignificant changes.
They are signs of a system becoming more adaptable, more resilient & better attuned to the natural ebb & flow of life.

Every conscious breath.
Every moment of rest without guilt. Every time you honour your voice.
Each one is evidence of progress.

I hope the you can acknowledge yourself my friend for the quiet shifts & the steady return to yourself. 💛🌿

💬 Which of these changes have you noticed in yourself lately that warrants acknowledgement? ⬇️

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01/14/2026

Have you considered how the energy around you is shaping how you feel, think & show up?

Everything is energy. Our thoughts generate it.
What we consume shapes it; food, music, media & information. The environments & communities we move within affect it. And the people we surround ourselves with deeply impact us.

Surrounding ourselves with people & community that are aligned with our goals & values can inspire us & support us to expand.

This energy shapes how we think, what we believe is possible, & how we show up each day.

Surround yourself with people who:

✨ inspire, encourage & celebrate your
growth
✨ see you, hear you, accept you & support you
✨feel steady for your nervous system; body knows even when your mind resists
✨are reliable, consistent, trustworthy & there when it matters
✨ speak truth with care & gently call you forward
✨ respect you & your boundaries
✨ introduce you to new ways of thinking & seeing life
✨ are aligned with the direction you are becoming, not the patterns of who you used to be

When we walk, talk, think, act & choose from aligned energy, things begin to flow more naturally.

When we become more conscious of energy, we are able to choose more intentionally, as energy influences us and what we create.

Curating our circle & inputs intentionally is not about judgment. Proximity matters.

What we are consistently around shapes us, and choosing inputs with care preserves & enhances our energy, creating the conditions for clarity, growth & momentum.

This is why I’m focusing on insightful books & podcasts, gratitude, tuning forks, frequencies, grounding, quality nutrition, clear boundaries, & an inspiring social circle & community that elevates & supports me.

A gentle reminder to protect your energy & be intentional with what you think & keep close, my sweet friend. The people & inputs you choose quietly shape your energy, direction & growth in significant ways. 🌿✨

💬 How can you support & enhance your energy right now? ⬇️

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01/12/2026

Have you been questioning parts of your life that used to make sense, but no longer do?

Perhaps it’s a subtle undercurrent of discord, a longing,
a gentle whisper that there is more,
that you are meant for more.

The reality is that we outgrow jobs, careers, relationships, beliefs, patterns, our own limitations, even our goals, it is the nature of growth & evolution.

If this resonates, know that you are not behind, it is not a failing, it is an invitation into expansion.
 It’s an invitation to nurture that inner knowing with honesty & courage.
To listen to your heart,
to your body,
to your truth,
to the passions & dreams that have been quietly held.

Change often asks us to bravely step into, & through, discomfort.
This shift can feel daunting, yet it is the doorway to liberation, possibility, & all that we desire.

It’s not about force or pressure.
It’s about self-trust, integrity, & honouring our truth, opening up to releasing what no longer feels aligned with our becoming.

Know that it’s never too late to start again, it’s often only the stories, doubts, & fears holding us back.

Don’t buy in to them,
They are just old conditioning & our nervous system trying to keep us safe in the familiar.

We don’t thrive in the familiar.

Believe in your ability, shine your light, & share your gifts sweet friend.

We all deserve a life that is joyful & fulfilling.

You don’t have to feel ready to begin, confidence & capacity grow as we move forward.

What would it feel like to take the first small step forward in faith, even if you can’t yet see the whole path? 🌿✨

💬 I’d love to know, what part of this resonated with you today? ⬇️

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01/09/2026

Have you noticed how different your body feels after time barefoot in nature?

Grounding is one of the most overlooked — yet foundational — practices that support stress levels, sleep quality, & energy.

Grounding, or earthing, involves direct physical contact with the earth, such as walking barefoot or sitting on natural ground with bare skin contact.
Humans evolved in constant contact with the earth.
Modern life has quietly removed that connection — & our systems feel it.

How grounding supports the body:

🌿 Supports nervous system regulation
🌿 Supports sleep quality — deeper sleep, fewer nighttime awakenings, & more restorative rest
🌿 Supports reduced stress & physical tension
🌿 Supports recovery, focus, energy, mood, & resilience

Even 20 minutes of grounding can be supportive, with longer time often deepening the effect.

I love being in nature, however barefoot grounding outdoors isn’t always accessible. I live in Canada, winter weather & busy days can make it impractical.

Wanting to reap the benefits of grounding, I decided to give a grounding sheets a try — & I’m so glad I did; they’re staying. 🤍

Admittedly I was skeptical, but noticed deeper sleep, fewer wake-ups, & waking feeling more refreshed — with less stiffness & puffiness, even on nights I stay up too late.🫣😴

If you’re curious & looking to improve sleep & reduce stress — without adding another supplement or practice to your routine — you may want to check out 👉 Premium Grounding use code: Shift10 to save $.

If you have questions? DM me, I’m always happy to chat. ❤️

💬 Do you regularly get outside to ground? 🌿✨

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01/07/2026

Have you considered what is shaping the way you’re living right now?

Words for the year are everywhere.

Instead of choosing one word, I’m grounding into five foundations — as we are multi-faceted beings, and these shape the quality of our energy, choices & experience of life.

🌿 Self-worth, because investing in our health & well-being, holding boundaries, & honouring our needs builds stability, resilience & a life that is sustainable.
 🌿 Connection, because feeling connected to ourselves, our body, our breath, nature & each other is essential for health, meaning & vitality — we are wired for shared presence & thrive through co-regulation.
 🌿 Alignment, because living in integrity with what’s true for us reduces internal discord, increases coherence, and allows life to flow with greater clarity & ease.
 🌿 Embodiment, because insight alone doesn’t create change unless it’s lived, felt & integrated in the body. When we take aligned action, we embody what we want to create & foster self-trust through lived experience.
 🌿 Expansion, because stretching beyond the familiar, exploring what’s possible, & growing into fuller expressions of who we are brings greater vitality, meaning & satisfaction.

I often reflect on how so many of us spend more time planning our vacations than we do our lives — whereas setting an intentional focus for the day can meaningfully shape how a day unfolds.🌿✨

These words resonated with me this year, as I’m committed to living with intention, from values rather than by default, and to creating a life that feels meaningful, joyful, aligned & fulfilling.

They also reflect what I see & hear so many of us wanting more of right now: 
More alignment with what matters. More purpose, joy, ease & clarity. Less pressure and force, and more presence and connection. ✨

💬 Which of these principles resonated most for you, or what are you choosing for yourself right now? ⬇️

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01/05/2026

Could you be overlooking the small shifts that actually move the dial on improving stress, energy & capacity?

This year, I’m committed to prioritizing my health with small consistent changes that supports lasting change.

What’s proven to make the biggest difference for me hasn’t been anything dramatic.

It’s been committing to small, foundational shifts that stabilize the body’s core systems — nervous system, hormones, blood sugar, sleep, & stress response — rather than overriding them.

When those systems aren’t supported consistently, the body struggles to return to baseline. Stress responses resolve more slowly, energy is less steady, and sleep becomes less restorative.

Small shifts done consistently change those signals.

Morning light, regular nourishment with adequate protein, healthy fats & fibre, regular movement, functional breath & quality sleep help the body establish a healthier daily rhythm.

Quality connection, time in nature & regular gratitude support emotional balance & shape how we perceive and respond to stress. We are meant for connection. ✨

Although these may seem insignificant, it’s often the small, actionable, foundational shifts— practiced consistently — that create the most meaningful change in how we feel & function by easing the constant strain and restoring energy, clarity & capacity. 🌿

💬 I’d love to know, which of these could you most benefit from integrating into your day? 🌿⬇️

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01/02/2026

What if the shift you’re desiring doesn’t take place only in your mind — but in your body?

The beginning of a new year invites reflection & intention setting.

A gentle pause to clarify what we want to embrace, expand into into & embody more fully — while we may also notice what no longer aligns with our values, our goals, or the direction we’re moving toward.

But intention lives in the mind. And so much of what we carry, — stress, patterns, emotional weight, old conditioning — is held in the body.

For real change to occur, the body has to feel safe enough to let go.

Safe enough to soften the old emotion is it holding.

Safe enough to expand into something new.

This is where somatic work supports the shift.

When we support nervous system regulation, we create the internal conditions for release, clarity & embodiment — not by force, but by supporting safety.

Breathwork offers that bridge.
Back to connection with the body.
Back to safety.
Back home to remembrance.
Back home to wholeness.

Through conscious breath we reconnect and can gently exhale what our body has been holding, regulate the nervous system, & breathe in all that we desire to embody. 🌿✨

Please reach out with any questions about private sessions, 1-1 or group sessions either virtually, or in person in Victoria, BC.

Noting that ceremonies will temporarily be on hold until at least March as I will be off my feet, but I look forward to breathing with you again soon. ❤️✨

💬 What are you most ready to create space for as this new year begins? 🌿⬇️

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