My own personal origin story… How I went from directing horror movies to discovering a reason for being. And how you can find yours too!

QUICK SUMMARY: How I went from almost meeting George Clooney in a lift in Hollywood (true story), to discovering a reason for being. Plus very simply explained, some tips to help you find your “ikigai” — your own life’s daily purpose. Ready?

I don’t often talk about my own personal “origin” story — the reason why I came to do what I do now.

And what I do right now brings me true joy, excitement and deep contentment. I never would have thought I would find deep contentment spending all day thinking about bacteria!

Many pregnancy, birth and breastfeeding professionals have a strong sense of life purpose. Often from a very young age, they know exactly what they want to do, and why.

It’s almost a given.

If you are a doula, a midwife, a nurse, a doctor, a childbirth educator, a lactation consultant or other breastfeeding expert, a naturopath, a hypnobirth instructor or other health professional— you may feel a strong calling towards your chosen profession.

For some, it’s to help mothers and babies have the best possible start in life.