The Turning Point

Then I became pregnant with my daughter.

Something shifted. Deep down, I knew I had to change—not just for me, but for her. I wanted her to grow up with a mother who was present, not trapped in her own head, constantly critical, constantly overthinking and constantly overwhelmed with anxiety. I desperately did not want her to go through what I go through. I wanted to show her that calm was possible.

That knowing sent me on a deep dive into understanding not just myself but how the mind can shape your life. And most importantly finding real, practical ways to navigate the chaos.

The Health Coach Years

My journey led me to become a health coach through Prekure and Well College Global. I learned about the body, the mind, and how they work together. I gained tools to calm my inner 'monkey mind' and finally work with my emotions, rather than against them.

It was a huge step. Life felt more manageable. But I still felt something was missing. My negative thoughts were still constantly on, although I now had the tools to calm them down. I was still mentally exhausted...that "always on" feeling was still just lurking in the shadows.

The Day Everything Changed

Then I found Tai Chi and Qigong. Just by accident really. I was looking for an easy yoga class, something were I didn't have to break out in a sweat, or punish my body with exercise. There it was a simple class add inviting me to "pop along and try". Like everyone does I assumed it was for "the older generation", but with encouragement from the husband I figured I'll go check it out.

From the very first class, I was captivated. My whole being was forced to slow down.

The gentle fusion of movement and breath brought an instant sense of calm I'd never experienced before. My mind grew quiet. I could think clearly.

After a few more classes I started to notice that restless inner voice was finally beginning to settle as I flowed through the moves.

I wasn't fighting my thoughts anymore. I was just... moving. Breathing. Being.

It felt like coming home to myself.

Why I Created BalanceBrew

That transformation ignited a passion I'm still pursuing today. I wanted to understand why these ancient practices worked—not just on an energetic level, but physically, emotionally, biologically.

Why! Why would a series of movements have such a profound affect on my mind!

That's when I discovered the fascia connection. The lymphatic system. The nervous system.

Suddenly, the mystical "woo" made sense. It was just a different form of science that I hadn't learned yet.

I created BalanceBrew to share this knowledge with you. Not as a guru, not as sifu, not as some grand master, and definitely not as someone who has it all figured out, (because trust me I don't!), but as an equal, a normal everyday human being who found something that actually works...at least for me...but maybe for you too...

A Little More About Me

Full disclosure: I'm not your typical fitness enthusiast. Traditional exercise? Pffft... Never really my thing. Yoga makes me too frustrated trying to get into the pretzel like poses, I hate running, swimming is too wet for me, cycling? I have a bike somewhere in the garage...But slow movement no pain all gain that's my jam.

I move slow, I drink coffee, I crochet and wear owl hats. I ask "why" and "how" about everything.

I believe in being a real person with real emotions—because I am one. Just like you.

Come Join Me

If any of this resonates—if you've ever felt trapped by your own mind, if you're curious about gentle movement, if you just need a quiet hour in your week—you're welcome here.

No experience needed. No beliefs required. Just a body and a willingness to give something different a go.

Pop into a class right here in Christchurch. Or poke around the website and pick up some new tricks.

Just remember one slow breath at a time.

- Lee

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