I am Tanya, a health & wellness coach and yoga teacher, dedicated to helping you find balance and reclaim your well-being.
My wellness wake-up call happened over 23 years ago
I lost both parents back to back to cancer. My Mom was 52 and my Dad was 57. I learned the hard way that life is precious and to make the most of every day.
My Mom was a radiant positive light for others and a consummate people pleaser, almost to a fault. Growing up I saw how hard she worked, to the point she would burn the candle at both ends. A dedicated elementary school teacher, she took on extra jobs to make ends meet and still managed to do so much at home.
My father had a heart of gold and a genuine love for his family and friends. Despite his many qualities, he also struggled with addiction, both to nicotine and alcohol.
My teenage years were not easy ones for me. I struggled with low self-esteem and silently lived with bulimia for years. I managed to recover on my own and, in that healing process, learned many valuable lessons, including learning to love myself.
The implication of losing both my parents too young, dealing with life’s hardships, and becoming a parent myself - it made me reflect on how I wanted to live my life. It sparked a desire for me to become the best version of myself.
I was going to do everything I could to be healthy and vibrant…to live life to its fullest and to live to a ripe old age!!
I believe wholeheartedly in the benefits of an integrative approach and its positive effect on our healthspan.
This stems from my unique journey in two parallel worlds.
Science was my favourite subject in school. This eventually led me to an amazing career in the biopharma world, spanning thirty years, the last decade was spent in oncology. I have been fortunate to have learned from some of the leading healthcare scientists and medical experts. Through this work, I came to understand the value of science and medicine. However, that is only part of the equation.
The other part - the more important one in my view - is the power of a prevention mindset and healthy living. It can positively affect our healthspan (how well we live - the quality of our years).
To achieve true health, it’s important to adopt wellness strategies that nurture all of you - body, mind, and spirit.
My appreciation for wellness began over 25 years ago when I discovered yoga.
Initially, I was drawn in by the physical aspects, but my practice evolved into something much deeper. It became a grounding element in my life, fostering a stronger connection with myself. It taught me resilience, acceptance, and listening to my inner voice (I like to call it my Body Wisdom).
My wellness journey naturally extended into other areas and I came to realize that wellness is multifaceted. To flourish, you need to nurture its many elements because they are all interconnected.
Being consistent starts with self-compassion and kindness
Like many people, I wear multiple hats:
mother, wife, sister, friend, business professional, yogi, coach, and teacher.
What I have come to learn is that
cultivating wellness and finding balance while juggling life is a practice.
I love the word “practice” because it implies consistency. More importantly to me however,
a practice is perfectly imperfect.
Is it always easy? Of course not. Do I fall off the wagon? Absolutely.
I get it. Life can be stressful and overwhelming.
Just like you I am juggling a big career, marriage, motherhood, and hormone changes.
I have navigated the corporate hustle. Did an MBA part-time at night while working. Raised kids. Coached their soccer teams. Drove them to all their activities. Reno’ed the house. Built a new house. Take care of the dog. Keep up with the daily grind of the constant shopping for groceries and cooking the meals. Manage the household. Not to mention deal with life’s unexpected hurdles like floods in basement and broken bones. Volunteer in the community. Support family and friends. Tend to everyone’s needs.
Things inevitably get out of balance. But one thing remains constant: I am kind to myself, consistently show up, and nurture my well-being. I have developed strategies to ensure I prioritize my health and well-being. I love helping people to do the same.
It’s never too late to start. Take this first step to nurture your wellness.
Get a complimentary consultation for personalized wellness coaching
A certified life, health & wellness coach, I use the Wellness 360 assessment method to discover where you need to restore balance most. With a holistic lifestyle approach, we will develop a wellness plan specifically tailored just for you.
Trained and certified in the Ashtanga method, I have accumulated over 1000 hours of training and teaching over the years including a specialization in Yoga for Cancer.
Naturotherapist designation (n.d.) - you may be eligible for private insurance health care coverage in Quebec, NB, NFLD, PEI, and Yukon Territories
