WHERE DID IT BEGIN?

While this story has a beginning it does not yet have an ending. The journey of the lotus is an ever evolving path for myself and those that have chosen to share it with me.

Well the story starts here with me, Shandy. I am a truth seeker, a reveler in the spiritual & constantly striving for authenticity. I am at home with the misfits, the eccentric & the wounded. In my personal life I have been blessed to guide and share in the journey of four precious souls (my children) & my path is join by a truly unique and gifted individual (my husband). I was raised in a very religious home. I was also raised amongst other unique and challenged souls (my siblings & parents).

This background propelled me into the alternative world. I have worked in the industry for 20 years. I started as a massage therapist, constantly seeking to find a way to care for more than just the body. I moved into meditation professionally 6 years ago.

I have since studied holistic counselling, colour therapy, the chakras and subtle body anatomy while continuing to develop myself through personal study & individually researching topics such as trauma sensitive mindfulness, breathwork, music therapy, journaling, vibrational healing & somatic therapy.

My passion for people is only surpassed by my passion and care for my family and myself. If feel it is only through caring for myself that I can truly educate on the concept of self care to those I love and my wider community.

The Nurturing Lotus is created to hold space, both in the virtual setting and physical space. This safe supportive environment is developed from the understanding that to grow and heal a person needs to feel supported and safe in their environment. We provide this through supportive group space and one on one settings.