On Saturday afternoon I showed up carrying that familiar, buzzing end-of-week static -the kind where your mind is still running through open tabs even though your body has completely checked out. If you live in the modern world, you know the feeling. It’s the dull ache behind the eyes, the subtle tension in the jaw, the shoulders pinned somewhere near your ears. We carry it around like invisible weight, convincing ourselves it’s just the cost of doing business, the tax we pay

On paper, my career looked incredible. I was working in high-end international events, organizing luxury experiences for ultra-high-net-worth clients. It sounded glamorous, it looked impressive to the outside world, and in many ways, it was an enjoyable path. But beneath the surface of the grand venues and high-profile gatherings, a quiet friction was growing. As I went deeper into my own spiritual awakening, my perspective on the world began to shift entirely. I started seei

Mel is a holistic counsellor, yin yoga teacher, and energy healing practitioner with a deep love for walking beside others through life’s sacred thresholds. She's here for the raw, tender, and transformative seasons — those moments when life stretches us, softens us, and calls us to become something new. Whether you’re navigating grief, burnout, anxiety, or sensing the quiet stirrings of change, know this: you don’t have to walk alone. In this conversation, we dive into Mel's

At Sondera House, we believe that every journey toward self-discovery is unique, sacred, and worth celebrating. To help you explore your own path, we’re introducing you to the heart-led practitioners who guide our community — starting with someone incredibly close to home: my mum, Liz. Liz is a Soul Guide and Energy Alchemist whose work has been helping people reconnect to their essence for decades. Through sound, breath, and energy weaving, she creates spaces where you can g