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Alena is living proof that absolutely anyone can learn to live a healthy, soulful, and ethical life given the right support.

Despite a rocky start to adult life she miraculously managed to train and work in a diverse range of industries - and leave 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 she has been writing, researching, and founding supportive online communities in the tens of thousands.

Since 2020 she has been supporting women with her programs, - inside the Soul Mama Community - and inspiring many with her podcast, Unboxable.

Alena is on a mission to foster interdependence in a disconnected world, so women can unearth their hidden talents, and unleash them in the most impactiful way.

 QUALIFICATIONS

1993 — Bachelor of Arts in History, Sydney University

2009 — Soul Mama Blog founded

2012 — Diploma Building Studies, TAFE NSW

2013 — Permaculture Design, Milkwood

2014 — Graduate Diploma Education, UNSW Sydney

2014 — Leadership Award, UNSW 

2016 — Mums in Bath online community founded

2020 — Soul Mama [LionLife] Program founded

2021 — Student of the Year, Northern Beaches Hapkido

2022 — 1st Degree Black Belt, Hapkido, Australian Hapkido Association

2023 [in progress] — Root Cause Therapy, Centre for Healing