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ALIVE
AND LOVING IT!
Through my work as an emotional resilience coach, nutritional therapist, wellness retreat host, and women’s circle leader, I help people rediscover their vitality, reconnect with joy, and take charge of their well-being.
But I don’t just teach this - I live it.
Hi, I’m Karen, and I believe in the power of transformation - of mind, body, and spirit.
My Journey
A few years ago, I made one of the biggest, bravest changes of my life. My husband and I sold our home, left behind what we knew, and set off on a journey to find our true community—the people and places that would nourish us and help us thrive. It was a leap into the unknown, driven by a deep desire to align with life, prioritise our well-being, and create a future that truly felt like ours.
That journey didn’t just change where we lived; it changed who I am. I’ve navigated career shifts, personal transformation, and the courage it takes to choose self-care—not as an afterthought, but as the foundation for everything else. I know what it’s like to step into uncertainty, to trust your intuition, and to rebuild life in a way that feels deeply right. And now, I help others do the same.
Learn more about my experiences by listening to my focussed podcast episode: Episode 15: Karen's Lifetime Journey with Scoliosis.
"I know how easy it is to give and give until there’s nothing left"
At A Fresh Idea, I support individuals through coaching, mentoring, and retreats, creating spaces where healing and transformation happen naturally. I bring together evidence-based nutrition, emotional resilience strategies, and holistic healing practices to help people feel stronger, healthier, and more aligned with their purpose.
Alongside this, I co-host the Alive and Loving It Podcast with my dear friend and mentor, Dr. Rosy Daniel, a pioneer in holistic health. Together, we explore what it truly means to thrive - physically, emotionally, and spiritually - sharing insights, expert conversations, and inspiring personal stories to help our listeners live their unlived life with joy and vitality.
My work is all about helping people refill their own cup - to pause, breathe, and reconnect with what makes them feel whole. Whether through one-to-one coaching, immersive retreats, or transformative conversations on the podcast, my mission is to guide people toward greater energy, resilience, and self-care.
Contact Karen at karen@afreshidea.org
learn more about working with me at www.afreshidea.org
Collaboration and Creating Spaces for Transformation
Throughout my career, I have been passionate about working in collaboration with other women to create spaces where growth, healing, and true transformation can happen. I believe that when women come together with a shared vision of empowerment and care, we unlock powerful opportunities for connection, restoration, and self-discovery.
One of the ways I bring this vision to life is through Wellness Retreats, including my own business, Secret Warriors. Secret Warriors is dedicated to opening spaces where women can step away from daily life, reconnect with themselves, and emerge stronger and more aligned with their true essence.
A wonderful example of this collaborative spirit is my partnership with Paula Petry PHD, founder of Paula Petry Wellness. Together, we co-create the Pathways to Self-Care retreat series. Following the success of our first retreat, we are thrilled to be hosting the second Pathways to Self-Care Retreat in the beautiful setting of Italy this September. You can learn more about this special retreat by clicking below.
If you feel inspired to step into one of these nourishing spaces, I invite you to explore upcoming retreats and events on our Events page.
Wherever you are on your wellness journey,
know that change is always possible,
and you don’t have to do it alone.