
Embodying Possibilities
One of the most self-affirming things we can do is say "yes" to living a more creative life, with the present moment as our canvas. To me, "Somatics for Human Potential" means offering containers that support self-discovery, awareness and creativity, where the only objective is to stay curious. To play, explore and move in ways that remind us of how expansive we are, allowing our innate brilliance to shine.
I love our planet and all the beings with whom we share it. I see humans, not diagnoses. I see lived experiences, not symptoms. I see the full compendium of what is possible in any given moment, not the limitations of past pains or the stories we tell about them.
And I have a deep love and respect for the human body. Not just as the sacred container for a soul's journey, but as a guiding principle. Embodiment isn't a buzzword to me; it's a way of life. A rich, complex and ever-unfolding process that holds the key to unlocking our human potential.
My work aims to create the kind of somatically-oriented world I aspire to live in. The intention behind everything I do is to invite integrity into the parts of ourselves we've lost touch with. To strengthen our pathways for joy, creativity and connection. To remind our bodies what awe, wonder and delight feel like. And to facilitate experiences that restore our kinship with the natural environment.
Fun Facts
✦ My name means "victory of the people".
✦ I used to be a professional hula hooper.
✦ The first event I ever produced was a women's empowerment symposium at an all-boys school when I was 18.
✦ The second was a rave at an undisclosed location in downtown Toronto a few months later.
✦ My favourite thing to eat is veggies from my garden.
Things I Value
Going Slow ✦ Gentle Mornings ✦ Living a Creative Life ✦ Returning to Origin ✦ Human-centric Art & Education ✦ Embodied Knowledge ✦ Traditional Ways & Pracatices ✦ Earth Stewardship ✦ 100% Cacao ✦ Body as Archive ✦ Experiential Pedagogies ✦ Forest Frequency ✦ Play ✦ Going Analog ✦ Ethical Technology ✦ Unmasking ✦ Phenomenology First ✦ Clarity ✦ Solitude ✦ Going After Your Dreams