I grew up in the beautiful Okanagan & have been soaking up the Island life since 2018. Blessed to call this incredible place home, I’m a dog mom to 2 amazing golden retrieves Crue & Enzo. I find deep joy in nature, wellness, & exploring alternative healing practices like Ayurvedic medicine, breathwork, plant medicines, meditation, & kundalini yoga. I’m also an aspiring hobbyist holistic chef, dreaming of one day creating a healing retreat center that connects people deeply to them themselves, nature, & community.

2024 was a transformative year where I left a 5year relationship to follow my heart, it’s been a difficult adjustment living alone & in the city. Balancing part-time work with children & my passion for alternative healing, I assist others in processing suppressed emotions and trauma through modalities that have profoundly healed me. Every other weekend, I escape the hustle of city life to Mayne Island- & so my home is often available through the home exchange platform & enjoy company when I am home.

My Travel Journey
My love of travel began after high school when I lived in Germany as an au pair in 2013/2014, then teaching English in Mallorca - During that time, I had the chance to explore much of Europe & discovered the joy of connecting with like minded individuals through Couchsurfing. In 2017, I embarked on a road trip down the U.S. West Coast before finding home on Vancouver Island in 2018.

In 2019, a life-changing trip to South India for medical treatment sparked my deep connection to Ayurveda & holistic healing.

Hosting Info
If you’re requesting to stay for more than 4 days, I kindly ask that you use the HelpX platform (where accommodation and food are provided in exchange for a few hours of help around the house) or express a willingness to pitch in during your stay. I love exchanging energy & experiences, & keeping things collaborative.

Looking forward to connecting with like-minded adventurers, animal lovers, foodies, wellness seekers, & anyone who loves a deep authentic vulnerable conversation!

Interests

• dogs
• photography
• yoga
• reading
• minimalism
• hiking
• nature
• holistic health
• mindfulness
• children
• sunsets
• ayurveda
• energy healing
• plant medicine
• cafe hopping

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Just one? My life amazes me everyday ;)

What I Can Share with Hosts

To my luck I have only had enjoyable experiences so far. I have not only used CS to host & surf places but also to meet people while living abroad. Now that I am back home Im looking forward to the opportunity to host fellow travellers!

As I know what it's like to be surfer and; a host; I'm very flexible when it comes to sharing mine or someone's else's space. I would treat you as I would wanted to be treated :) When I am your guest I am usually quite independent however i always enjoy others presence. When I am hosting you, I will be pleased to spend time with you, to show you my beautiful surroundings, explore, and to introduce you to my culture, and help you improve your English if desired ;)

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, Belgium, Canada, Czech Republic, England, France, Germany, Hungary, Iceland, India, Italy, Mexico, Netherlands, Spain, Switzerland, United Kingdom, United States, Vatican City State

Countries I’ve Lived In

Canada, Germany, India, Spain