"It was about time that I did what I came to do on this earth: Become a guide for others.
'Find Your Fire Academy' is the embodiment of stepping into my true potential and following my soul's purpose."
With love, Sarah
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"It was about time that I did what I came to do on this earth: Become a guide for others.
'Find Your Fire Academy' is the embodiment of stepping into my true potential and following my soul's purpose."
-With love, Sarah
There’s one thing in life I have always been sure about: There is more to life than what we are told to be or to see.
From a very young age, I was curious, I loved to explore the world. I said what I felt or thought. I had very low boundaries or limitations (which came with the necessary shame and annoyance from my parents). I saw things grand. I was always the daydreamer, the irrational one. My head always in the clouds...
Many times, I have been called "naive", "childlike" and "innocent". Apparently, I was not rational enough, believed too much in the good of people, saw life through my rose-coloured glasses and always tried to search for the positive.
I came from a - what for the outside appeared to be - perfect family. But nothing was less true. My family was broken, damaged. The relationship between my mom and dad was never safe and solid. It was only when the fights started that I became aware of that. What I thought was a safe haven, no longer seemed to be that way. Both my parents were caught up in their own journey of life that there was often no space for our (me and my sister's) tears. To cope with my emotions, I started self-harming which continued for 5 years. By the age of 12, my parents decided to separate, which then already left a mark on me. The fights and blaming kept on going, but this time, it was through using me and my sister as "messengers". I now see how we all have our story, our pain, our traumas. Yes, even our own parents.
When I was around 16 years old, I realised that self-harm wasn't the way, so I filled in the gaps with partying, drinking and making sure my agenda was always full with activities. I was never a "bad kid" nor did I end up in dangerous situations. But I became somewhat of a rebelled, wild and free spirit. I always thought that this was "who I am" but now I realise that I was an escape from myself.
I guess most teenagers go through a phase of rebelling. Psychologically, it's a phase that we all encounter in various ways. But by the time we are legally seen as an adult, we need to make decisions for our future life. Decide which college we will go to, who we want to become in life. I was so stuck in the "I don't want to grow up" part that I couldn't care less about which studies I choose. The pressure was real but I had absolutely no idea "who I was" and "what I wanted to do in life".
This feeling of not knowing was for me a first step in the search of who I am and what I am supposed to do in this life. I choose to study 'Speech Pathology and although I disliked it, I didn't see myself as someone who gave up that easily, so I completed my Bachelor successfully. When I graduated, I literally felt the ground sinking underneath me. What was I supposed to do? Society expects you to roll in this world, get a job, climb the ladder, buy a house, get a husband, marry, get kids. I went crazy just with the idea that this would be my life (don't get me wrong, this life can be amazing too, just not for me at that time). I knew that I had my own timeline, I could just feel it.
The years after that became the biggest search of my life. At that time, I had an amazing but very intens and dramatic relationship. We were together for about 7 years in total. Because I had no idea who I was, I completely lost myself in the relationship. I put myself on a shelf and started to work on his dreams as I didn't knew what mine were. Again another escape from myself.
I guess it was 2017 when everything just started to shift for real. I was working at my dad's company and I hated what I was doing. I didn't know what I wanted, but I knew it wasn't that. I started questioning the purpose and meaning of life, what value I bring or what I was supposed to contribute to this world. I felt stuck, numb and dead inside. What came next was the darkest 1,5yr of my life where I ended up in a depression. I cried every morning when I woke up and cried myself to sleep every night. But because I was so good at putting on a mask and be disconnected from myself (something I learned from my childhood) no one - not even myself - noticed that I was in such a dark space. Because after all, I was me, Sarah, the "wild and free spirit".
The effect on my relationship was enormous. I was given an ultimatum: It was either changing my life or he would leave me. It was such a shock. All of a sudden, I had to face reality and look myself in the mirror and be honest: I was NOT ok. I choose to take back control and got help from my doctor and a life coach. I seeked help from a close friend who embarked me on my spiritual journey. I finally awakened.
In the end, I realised there was never an ultimatum: my life changed 180° and my relationship ended anyway. It was painful but I belief that everything in life happens for a reason. My life completely shifted afterwards: I quit my job, started travelling and I moved overseas permanently, something I always dreamed of. My healing process could finally start.
The past 5 years in my life has been all about personal development, childhood trauma and healing. I understood the story. All the pain I carried in me, the negative thoughts I kept telling myself and the trauma I held were brought to the surface. I look at my dad and mom now with so much more compassion and have even more love for them than I ever before. Along the way, I got introduced to plant medicine, energy work and embodiment, explored my sexuality and balance my feminine and masculine energy, which opened up a new level of consciousness and awareness. I got to know myself in a way I never thought was possible.
Because of all the healing and work I did on and with myself, it felt like all the pieces of the puzzle started to fit. All the experiences in life, the choices I made, the people I met all made sense. Because they were a part of my journey, my purpose.
I will provide you with all the tools I used for myself and all the things I learned along the way to finding my purpose and living my best life. You will learn how to create awareness of your reactions and feelings. I will take you on the journey towards truly understanding who you are and embodying your true authentic self.
I will show you how you can find that fire within and feel alive again. How you can attract meaningful relations and step into your full potential.
I know firsthand what it's like to be in a dark mental space and feel alone in this world. I know what it's like to feel stuck and numb. To have everything you need to be happy yet you are not. I know what it's like to have a constant feeling of "is this it?"
I got myself out of a very dark space through trial and error, a lot of brave decisions and though challenges to be at a place where I am happy, attracted my twin-flame and living my purpose.
I dedicated the last 5 years of my life to personal growth and development. I gathered a lot of tools along that I not only used to successfully help myself but also close ones around me.
I have an extensive toolkit at my disposal to help you in any way necessary. This allows me to teach you how to stay in alignment and create awareness to start your healing process.
My personal healing journey has taught me that the power of changing our reality lies in our own hands. My job on earth is to remind and reconnect you with your true essence, To find the fire within you so you can feel alive and happy again. I want to show you the world with eyes of courage, not fear.
I am meant to help people understand and connect to their inner world in order to manifest their hearts’ true desires and live a purposeful life
Book a 30 min free call with me to get to know each other better and see how I can help you in your personal development journey. I would love to hear your story and help you manifest your purpose.
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