My Journey
I’m Edith, an Armenian Iranian Life Coach living in the beautiful state of California. My journey is one of resilience, transformation, and the pursuit of authentic happiness.
At the age of 22, I arrived in the United States as a religious refugee, stepping into a world filled with uncertainty. Alone and without family support, I faced the challenges of navigating a new culture while struggling to learn English.
Growing up in a patriarchal society, I realized that my dreams were meant for greater horizons, which sparked my desire to seek a new life—first in Europe and then in America.
Due to financial necessity, I was unable to pursue higher education and had to dive straight into the workforce. I embraced every opportunity that came my way, working as a caregiver, waitress, and in grocery stores, eventually transitioning into the luxury retail sector. With determination and hard work, I ascended the corporate ladder, becoming a Manager and Store Director for businesses with revenues exceeding $10 million.
While I achieved great success and developed confidence in my professional life, I began to feel a deep emptiness that lingered beneath the surface.
The pressures of life and a series of unexpected events began to take their toll. In the midst of building my career, I faced personal struggles, including the end of a significant relationship after three years. Gradually, I lost touch with my vibrant, motivated self, seeking solace in unhealthy distractions. The darkness within me grew as I wrestled with the weight of my circumstances until I could no longer bear it. In that moment of surrender, I found the courage to embark on a journey of healing.
I turned to natural and holistic healing methods, infused with a modern perspective.
This journey reignited my spirit and guided me back to my true self. Now, I am dedicated to sharing the insights and tools I've gathered along my journey with others who may be facing similar struggles.
My Practice
Life Coaching. I am a certified Life Coach from the Health Coach Institute.
Botanical Wisdom. I studied under the mentorship of herbalist Kristen Rhea from GAIATREE and undertook an immersive journey into the Peruvian Amazon. During this period of profound isolation, I connected deeply with the wisdom of plant elders and the healing traditions they embody.
Intuitive Healing. I studied at the Intikhana School of Intuitive Arts where I honed my intuitive abilities and deepened my understanding of Earth-based energetic practices, Indigenous curanderismo, healing arts, and music informed by the ancestral wisdom of South and Central America.
Mysticism. As part of exploring my own heritage as an Armenian born in Iran, the Sufi teachings and timeless wisdom of Rumi have been a guiding influence in my life since childhood.