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Find out more about Rumbi

• How long have you been interested in the field of well-being and are you practicing?

  My passion began when I left the corporate world, around 15 years ago. I was highly skilled and valued in my role at the time, but I had a growing feeling that I was meant for more - I just had no idea what. I realised I needed to honour that part of me that knew I was not living the life I should be, even though it was very scary! I began practising consistently 6 years ago, after working with past colleagues who felt trapped, powerless or afraid of making the change they knew they wanted to.

• Tell us what your discipline can bring to people's lives.

  Freedom. Freedom from the bondage of doubt, self-criticism and/or the fear that can paralyse and keep us locked in the story we've learnt to tell ourselves. I want to help people realise their dreams, and unlock their potential. Everything you need in inside you!

• Could you provide some instant top tips to help us feel good in body and mind?

  I regularly meditate. I think the world we live doesn't always allow for the silence our spirit needs, so we need to create it to calm our nervous system. I also recommend movement, even in small ways and especially when you feel anxious or stressed. All that energy needs a place to go so it leaves your body, so get outside and go for a walk, do star jumps if you can, or yoga...anything that bring joy and involves using a few muscles.

• How would you describe your method as a practitioner?

  Holistic. Every part of us is connected and inter-connected - we must take care of the mind AND body - however I'm focused on removing the internal mental and emotional blockers so the willingness to take action can come. Probing questions, practical direction where needed, and sharing my experience where needed. I'm a believer in connection, and showing my clients that they are not alone in their situation or feelings.

• With experience, are there things you have learned or unlearned about yourself or others?

  I've unlearned self-reliance and resistance to asking for help; and I have learnt that each of us has more power than we realise.

• Do you have a role model, a person who really inspired you?

  I admire a dear friend of mine, who has met every life challenge - no matter how painful - with openness, grace, curiosity and forgiveness. She's who I want to be when I grow up :)

• How do you personally relax; what methods work for you?

  I have a spiritual practice, which centres and aligns me. In addition, I'm a jogger (imperfectly!) and love running in nature. Time with family and friends - and a vanilla ice-cream cone in the sun - relaxes me too!

• Tell us about a memorable lesson.

  I remember running a team and taking on a new hire who was brilliant. My boss had confirmed he would be included in the benefits if we were successful that quarter, then she 'forgot" when the time came...and it was left to me to tell him, after he's worked so hard.
  I couldn't do it.
  It's important to identity your values, and then live them if you want a life of dignity and integrity. So I paid him what i could from my bonus, for which he was very grateful. Despite the high cost to myself, I've always felt good about that, and learnt that long after a moment or experience has past, how you showed up will echo in you long afterwards. Our choices matter - so choose wisely!