My story

Since I was a child, I’ve always felt a deep connection to movement—whether it was climbing trees, running freely, or playing outside. I was the kid who thrived in sports and dancing, and it eventually led me to become a fitness instructor.

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But somewhere along the way, my passion for movement shifted. I became obsessed with sculpting my body to fit an ideal that felt out of reach. It wasn’t just about being strong or healthy anymore—it became about control. I tied my worth to how I looked, and when I couldn’t meet those expectations, the pain was overwhelming. This struggle led me to develop an eating disorder, as I sought external validation through my appearance.

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When I moved to Portugal, everything changed. My old coping mechanisms were no longer within reach, and my eating disorder spiraled. I restricted my food even more, and my body became weaker. I couldn’t even walk for more than an hour without feeling drained. I realized that the physical pain I was in was a reflection of deeper emotional wounds I had never addressed.

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It was through this dark period that I learned the most important lesson of all: true healing starts from within. Recovery showed me that the emotional aspects of our well-being can’t be ignored. I had to question why I was chasing an ideal and let go of what no longer served me.

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Now, I know that a fulfilling life is one that centers on movement, mindfulness, and holistic well-being. And it’s this journey—this deep, transformative healing—that I want to guide others through. You don’t have to struggle alone or tie your worth to your body. There’s a way back to you.