Hi, I am Erika, and I have been on an empowering journey to uncover my true purpose in life. For far too long, I silenced the deep-seated call within me to elevate myself and others, allowing the nagging voice of self-doubt to steer my course. Instead of following my heart, I embarked on a conventional corporate career, donning a mask that never quite fit. Yet, my intuition persistently whispered (or screamed at times), urging me to explore paths that resonated with my passions. Driven by this inner calling, I delved into the world of holistic practices. With a heart full of curiosity, I explored nutrition, life coaching, hypnotherapy, and earned a wellness coaching certification from Mayo Clinic. Despite these achievements, a voice within continued to echo, “You’re not good enough” and "You're not worthy of following your true path." This overwhelming doubt kept me shackled to a corporate job that felt increasingly stifling and unfulfilling.
After grappling with feelings of depression, anxiety, anger, and resentment, I stepped away from my corporate role for eight months, embarking on an intensive therapeutic journey. During this transformative period, I started to peel away the superficial layers of issues that had long held me captive. However, upon returning to the corporate world, it became glaringly obvious that I was not living authentically. Yet I continued to push myself to follow the "expected path" that society laid out for me, believing it would lead to happiness and fulfillment. However, after years of striving to meet those expectations, I once again became trapped in a cycle of depression, anxiety, and anger.
In a serendipitous turn of events, I discovered the healing potential of natural plant-based medicine. I pursued therapy with a compassionate professional who introduced me to its profound effects. This is where the true work and healing began. Throughout three enlightening journeys, I confronted painful past traumas and shattered the limiting beliefs that had kept me imprisoned in a false narrative about who I was supposed to be. During these sessions, my therapist incorporated essential oils to deepen the process of self-discovery and healing. Initially, my connection with the essential oils used felt lacking. However, by the time my third journey arrived, I took the reins of my own experience. I immersed myself in research and began creating custom essential oil blends specifically tailored to my intentions. The moment I crafted a blend that resonated deeply with my goals, I felt a surge of enthusiasm and creativity.
There is something truly captivating about the way we respond to aroma. It is a sensation that pulls us away from our automatic, habitual patterns and invites us into a realm of heightened awareness. A scent has the power to evoke deep emotions, bypassing the intellect and guiding us to explore the uncharted territories of our own selves. It awakens forgotten aspects of our psyche, illuminating parts of our being that we often overlook. Moreover, if we open ourselves to it, fragrance allows us to connect with the very essence of the plant from which it originates. My love for aromatherapy has always been present, but I have only recently come to appreciate the profound power that essential oils can wield. This newfound passion for formulating custom blends has not only been incredibly fulfilling but has also empowered me to help others on their healing journeys.