I am Tanya, a health & wellness coach and yoga teacher, dedicated to helping you reclaim your well-being to feel healthy and vibrant.
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. A dedicated elementary school teacher, she took on extra jobs to make ends meet and still managed to do so much at home. Her positive spirit was undeniable and it carried her through everything, even through her many years with breast cancer.
My father had a heart of gold. He was a great role model in so many ways. Disciplined and meticulous he set high standards for me and my sister. He was always there for his family. He had a zest for life and loved connecting with people, the consummate life of a party. Despite his many qualities, he also struggled with addiction, both to nicotine and alcohol. My Dad was a lifelong smoker (as you can see in the pic), a habit he was never able to kick.
I struggled myself with low self-esteem during my teens and silently lived with bulimia for years. I managed to recover on my own and, in the process, learned many valuable lessons, including learning to love myself.
The implication of losing my parents - too young - really hit me when I become a parent myself. It brought focus for what was truly important to me. It sparked a desire to live life to its fullest and be my best self.
I was going to do everything I could to be healthy, feel vibrant…and live to a ripe old age!!
I believe wholeheartedly in the benefits of an integrative approach and its positive effect on our health and wellness.
This stems from my unique journey in two 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 conventional medicine, when needed. 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 the body, mind, and spirit.
My appreciation for wellness began over 25 years ago when I explored the world of yoga. Initially, I was drawn in by the physical aspects, but my practice of yoga and breathwork soon evolved into something much deeper. It became a grounding element in my life, fostering a stronger connection with myself.
This journey naturally extended into other areas of wellness, where I learned to strike a balance. I am a yogi living in the modern world.
And it started with being kind to myself
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 in 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 feel stressful and overwhelming.
I have navigated three decades of 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. Deal with the constant shopping for groceries and cooking the meals. Manage the household. Volunteer in the community. Support family and friends. Juggle 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 do the same.
Take steps to nurture your wellness.
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A certified 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
