About
Welcome to The Internal Essence
After spending years navigating the complexities of stress and anxiety it left me feeling depleted despite purposeful attempts with various coping mechanisms. It was through the deliberate integration of meditative practices, creative expression through drawing, and consistent self-reflection that I finally began to discern a tangible shift in my baseline levels of anxiety and stress. This synergistic approach has since become an indispensable cornerstone of my self-care regimen, fostering a profound sense of equilibrium and inner centering. The resultant peace has notably enhanced my capacity for sustained focus, frequently allowing me to access a state of flow and deep engagement.
Driven by my journey through the often-debilitating landscape of stress and anxiety, I felt a compelling desire to cultivate a space of shared understanding and proactive support, thus giving rise to The Internal Essence. This initiative extends beyond individual relief, envisioning the creation of a nurturing community where individuals can connect through their shared experiences and collectively explore pathways towards greater inner peace. By offering accessible tools and fostering a supportive environment, The Internal Essence aims to empower individuals not only to navigate their personal challenges but also to contribute to a collective resilience. Within this community, the shared practice of mindfulness, creative expression, and introspective dialogue can cultivate a powerful sense of belonging, diminish feelings of isolation often associated with anxiety, and amplify the benefits of these techniques through mutual encouragement and shared insights. Ultimately, The Internal Essence aspires to be a catalyst for a ripple effect of well-being, where individual healing contributes to a stronger, more balanced, and empathetic community fabric.
Mission
Our commitment is to cultivate a serene, welcoming, and nonjudgmental environment that empowers participants to feel relaxed, inspired, revitalized, and free from stress, ensuring an optimal and supportive experience.
Vision
Our vision is to empower individuals, now and for generations to come, through superior mindfulness practices that cultivates lasting well-being.
Values
- Empathy
- Kindness
- Openness
- Respect
- Gratitude
Hi I'm Susana,
As a creative individual with a foundation in building and interior design, I am also an artist and devoted mother of two. I have an affinity for nature from childhood adventures outdoors to present-day enjoyment of painting. I lead an active lifestyle which consists of hiking, meditation, physical exercise, and yoga, all of which deeply inform my empathetic connection to people, animals, and the environment.
Driven by a profound belief in making a positive impact, I founded The Internal Essence as a personal catalyst for transformation after a challenging period in my life. Navigating single motherhood in my early forties, coupled with a protracted separation and other significant stressors, led to overwhelming anxiety and depletion. This culminated in a pivotal moment that underscored the urgent need for personal change and ultimately inspired the creation of The Internal Essence as a pathway to inner resilience and well-being.
It brings me immense gratitude to share this mindful technique, one that served as a steadfast anchor during undeniably turbulent periods in my life. Navigating those challenges, I emerged with a profound understanding of its efficacy, and it is with genuine hope that I now offer this practice as a source of solace and clarity to those who are open to exploring it. Indeed, life’s inherent dynamism ensures the presence of challenges, for it is against this backdrop that the gentle serenity of calmness is truly appreciated – a delicate interplay where one illuminates the other. Ultimately, achieving equilibrium is paramount, and cultivating effective stress management is akin to the essential lubricant that allows us to unlock that vital balance within ourselves.