Release what’s holding you back—stress, tension, or a life that feels too small—so you can step into ease, vitality, and new possibilities. Alena helps women in transition break free from what’s holding them back—stress, tension, or a life that feels too small—so they can step into greater ease, vitality, and possibility with somatic practices. She is living proof that it is possible to experience
a healthy, soulful, enriching life after adversity with the right support. Despite a rocky start to adult life she miraculously trained and worked in a diverse range of industries - and left a mark in each one. From public relations to filmmaking, residential construction to permaculture design she holds qualifications in many disciplines, including education, somatic therapies, and a Black Belt in Hapkido. After wandering for years - navigating traumas big and small - Alena realised her knack for sensing what people need to reconnect with so they can finally heal what's been holding them back. Since 2009 Alena has been writing researching, and founding supportive online communities in the tens of thousands. In 2020 she began guiding and supporting women with her multidisciplinary programs, and inspiring many with her podcast, Unboxable. Alena is driven to foster interdependence in a disconnected world, so women can unearth their hidden talents, and unleash them in the most impactful way.
It’s world metal health day. And I’m sending out love and thoughts to all those who have been affected either themselves or indirectly when someone they love goes through hard things.
This is an important conversation.
Take care people - connection helps 🤍🤍🤍
09/10/2025
This is an important conversation.
It's heartening to see that news and mainstream media are starting to show interest in body-based approaches to being seen, heard, and valued for who we truly are, and how this can transform grey-area mental health challenges — and business too.
I really liked it when the host said 'you've hit the nail on the head there'.
hashtag
07/10/2025
HYPER AWARE to TAKE ME AS I AM
My most recent substack post.
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Childhood was complicated.
The grown-ups were dealing with some heavy stuff, and despite their best efforts, they had their hands full just trying to find their footing — they had kids younger back then, you see.
It left me in a weird space. I didn’t feel seen, and yet at the same time, I perceived so much detail in all that was going on.
Being hyper-aware of my parents' emotions was a survival mechanism.
But on the outside, it looked like a pensive, troubled young child whose hair didn’t grow till she was 4 years old, who was overly sensitive, and unable to play or make friends.
In truth, it was the only way I could navigate the complexities of their situations....
READ MORE on my Substack Page, 'Both can be true — love letters to humanity'
Here’s my gorgeous Mama. She is almost 80 and such a vibrant and inspiring person in our lives.
We haven’t always had plain sailing but the longer I live, the more I appreciate that we don’t need to be the same to love, respect and adore each other. In fact, perhaps the opposite is more true.
We have learned to express our different truths and still be very close.
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Pictured here she is standing on tippy toes to appear taller than her grandkids while she still can! Good thing certainly do come I. Small packages Mum. You’re a true ally and my biggest fan, and I think I may be one of the many that feed the same about you.
Love you Mum.
03/10/2025
You've heard the clichés. You know that you can't pour from an empty cup. You know that how you feel can be sensed and read by those you wish to serve...
But what the f*** are you doing about it?
Buying another course that sits on your to-do list.
Trying a different strategy for a bit, then forgetting about it and moving on to the next one.
Ignoring it all and praying and hoping that whatever you do is somehow connecting you to the clients you wish to serve.
I know this, because I've done this.
What if we shift focus entirely and start to look at things from where WE actually are, instead of from where the other people are (the ones telling you THEIR perfect strategy).
Marketing strategies are link fingerprints. Each is unique. They're NEVER cookie cutter.
Today, I invite you to start with your energy. Work out where you are not being 100% yourself, and course correct so you get closer and closer to your own authentic marketing blueprint.
Will you make mistakes? YES.
Will it work immediately for $27 if you busy it now? NO.
Send me your questions, I'm availabe in the DMs to support you with my somatic expertise - not advice, just support.
Sending you so much love for this process, it never a bad idea to get more in touch with your own uniqueness IMHO.
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01/10/2025
These are some great movements for body mind-emotion stagnation.
01/10/2025
SEPTEMBER 🤍
1. Mini golf with Mr Bear
2. Slowing it down on the grass at Manly Beach
3. I love it when they collude
4. Swooshing pink
5. Impromptu recitals
6. Ocean medicine
7. Not sure who “they” are but the message holds true nonetheless
8. new moon magic
9. A rare evening of fun with Thea and at
29/09/2025
The nutrition piece…. IS EVERYTHING when it comes to the foundations of health? It’s the first thing that I will turn to if I’m feeling depleted or rundown and it’s the first thing I do each morning to set myself up for the day.
Yesterday, I loved this salad from banana blossom and Getten inspired me once again to include more plant proteins in my diet.
It needn’t be arduous to keep ourselves healthy if we set up the right habits and systems at home or when we’re out and about.
24/09/2025
Hey all,
Hope all is going great with you.
I'm running a very informal lunch event and roundtable chat for small business owners — especially those in the mental health, alternative health, and creative space. It's specifically for people who run their own businesses.
Do you know anyone who might benefit?
You'd be welcome to come, of course as well.
It's at the Harbord Hotel, in Freshwater, Sydney, on October 16 at lunchtime.
It would be nice to see you and meet you if you're available.
xx
24/09/2025
YOUR STIORY is important. - but maybe not for the reason that you’d expect.
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Working with therapists, coaches, healers alternative practitioners, and creatives is a wonderful part of my work.
I call it Somatic Branding.
It is the convergence of two of my favourite things - telling meaningful and connective stories + women making their greatest impact.
I love helping solo business owners expand their reach and bolster their brands.
You can book in for a “done with you” session for actionable business support anytime via the links on my profile.
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Hello :: I'm Alena, a mother and writer passionate about fostering heart-centred and ethical lifestyles. Join me in rethinking our choices, regenerating our environment and reconnecting with each other.
Over on the Soul Mamma blog I offer information and reflections on soulful and conscious parenting, natural living, and healthy family food. You can also find various resources to help you on your way with all this parenting malarky and making ethical lifestyle choices.
These are subjects I am incredibly passionate about because I believe that with connection and consciousness we can raise a generation of healthy, connected and resilient kids in a world that reflects our values.
Our young ones are the people we are entrusting the world to, they are our legacy. This page is a place where I can share various other resources as well as the articles on the blog with you, the Soul Mamma community.
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