Mindfulness has been a part of my life from the beginning. Growing up with a deeply devout Buddhist mother, I was involved in the Buddhist youth group and regularly attended temple, where I was introduced to Eastern mindfulness practices. These teachings were also prevalent at home, as my mother, a mindfulness practitioner, frequently participated in meditation retreats and shared her wisdom with me.

With over a decade of experience as a clinical pharmacist, I have witnessed how one’s wellness needs to incorporate the whole health - prevention and treatment, conventional and complementary approaches, physical activity, food as medicine, social connections, emotional support, mental health, rest and sleep, and mindfulness.

I offer a unique approach to mindfulness through integrating art as a focal point. Given my healthcare background, the phrase “evidence-based”* speaks to my heart, leading me to prefer evidence-based mindfulness techniques that I creatively translate into art-based mindfulness practices.

*Evidence-based refers to concepts, products, practices, etc. that have been supported by scientific research and evidence.