Alongside conventional medical treatment, I began to explore the mind–body relationship more consciously, paying attention not only to the physical experience of illness, but also to the emotional, psychological, and existential dimensions of healing.

This marked the beginning of a lifelong interest in human resilience, consciousness, and wellbeing.

Over time, I trained and practised in a range of contemplative and holistic approaches, including meditation, Reiki, sound healing, crystals, and shamanic practices. These experiences shaped a deep appreciation for how awareness, presence, and inner regulation support recovery and psychological wellbeing.

Today, I work as a Meditation Teacher, integrating mindfulness-based practices that support emotional regulation, self-awareness, and embodied presence.

Alongside my practice, I am currently studying Psychology (BSc), developing a formal academic foundation in psychological theory, research methods, and evidence-based understanding of human behaviour and mental processes.

My intention is to bridge lived experience, contemplative practice, and academic psychology, with a particular interest in wellbeing, trauma-informed approaches, and mind–body integration.

After completing treatment, I returned to Portugal, drawn to Fátima, a place of deep spiritual significance.

There, I experienced a profound moment of reflection and gratitude, surrounded by light, silence, and collective presence. It marked an important point in my ongoing path of meaning-making and integration.

Today, my work is guided by a simple intention: to support people in reconnecting with themselves, cultivating awareness, and developing inner resources for resilience and wellbeing.