About Me
My Journey: Reinventing Myself and Embracing Life Fully
I've always felt there must be more to life than just going to school, working, cooking, and cleaning.
Growing up, that was my mother’s routine, and for a long time, I believed it was meant to be mine as well. Life, I thought, was predetermined—shaped by social status, family expectations, and the invisible rules of society. Coming from a family without any special status, I struggled with deep feelings of inadequacy. I saw myself as too short, too heavy, too unworthy—frankly, I didn’t like myself much at all.
Yet, something inside me refused to settle. As I grew older, an uncomfortable feeling stirred within me—a knowing that I wanted something more from life, though I couldn’t quite define what that "more" was. It took years for me to recognize how much we are shaped by the expectations of others—our parents, teachers, culture—and how easy it is to lose ourselves when we try to fit into someone else’s version of who we should be. I fell into that trap, making poor decisions in a desperate search for love, attention, and happiness. But no matter how hard I looked, I could never seem to find them outside of myself.
Growing up in Eastern Europe had a profound effect on my belief system. I never felt like I had a voice, and when my family immigrated to Canada, that feeling of invisibility only deepened. I didn’t speak English, and the frustration of not being able to express myself made me feel even more lost and isolated. I struggled to belong, convinced that I didn’t fit in anywhere. That emotional rollercoaster was breaking me down, and I had no idea who I was or what my purpose was in this world.
Then, as if life wasn’t already complicated enough, menopause hit. My body no longer felt like my own—I was sore, exhausted, and uncomfortable, trapped in a body that wasn’t listening to me. Desperate for relief, I found myself at a crossroads.
Does any of this sound familiar?
For years, I wrestled with the question of who I truly was, but deep down, I refused to give up. I knew in my heart that the key to peace, happiness, and health wasn’t out there—it was inside me. I just had to find it.
So I went on a journey.
I devoured books, attended webinars, and sought guidance from holistic teachers and coaches. And then, one day, the realization hit me:
I could rewrite my own story.
I wasn’t bound to the outdated beliefs I had absorbed over the years. I had the power to change the narrative.
I could rewrite my own story.
I wasn’t bound to the outdated beliefs I had absorbed over the years. I had the power to change the narrative.
Was it easy? Absolutely not.
But was it worth it? Every single step.
But was it worth it? Every single step.
Reinventing myself from the inside out, releasing limiting beliefs, and learning to embrace my body—just as it is—allowed me to finally experience the freedom and joy I had always longed for. And the truth is, I’m still evolving, still growing. But that’s the beauty of life—it’s a constant unfolding.
Through self-care, self-love, and radical self-acceptance, I gained the confidence and courage to fully own my story. Now, I am the author of my own fairy tale, embracing every chapter with love and gratitude.
And I want that for you, too. ✨
If you’re searching for inspiration, healing, or simply a space to be heard, let’s connect! I’d love to hear your story, answer your questions, or simply share in this journey with you.
Message me on social media or email me anytime—I’d love to hear from you!
xoxo
Urszula
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