I’ve always been drawn to nature—climbing trees, making potions, and collecting snails as a kid! I always dreamed of working in the woods, but after studying Earth Science, I ended up teaching in London and completely lost that connection. My stress levels soared, and I felt disconnected from everything I loved. So, I decided to train as a Forest School leader, and that’s when my passion for being outdoors and creative in nature came flooding back.

Becoming a Ranger was the next step, and it was incredible to help others connect with their local green spaces. But the real turning point was when I went on a medicinal herbal walk—I was amazed by how many wild plants were edible or medicinal. That walk lit a fire in me to keep learning and pass on this knowledge, especially since so much of it has been lost over the years.

I trained as a bushcraft practitioner, led Green Gym sessions, and taught environmental education, but it was the creative side of things that really grabbed me. That's why I started Kindful and Wild—to combine my love for foraging, crafting, and mindfulness and share these therapeutic practices with others.

Foraging and creating with nature is calming and inspiring—it helps you slow down, find your calm, and connect with the world around you. It brings me so much joy to see people leave my sessions feeling refreshed, inspired, and eager to keep exploring.