"I’m so very grateful for this experience and the tools I can use every day for the rest of my life"
The M Word

"I’m so very grateful for this experience and the tools I can use every day for the rest of my life"

Coming fresh out of a long-term relationship I worried about my ability to support and comfort myself the way my ex-partner did when we were together. He was my rock for so many years. I needed to find the courage and tools within myself to move forward, comfort and support myself when times got tough. To nurture me during this life change. 
Having been a foster child for 15 years of my childhood, moving from home to home, I didn’t understand the value of self-care and love. 
The first meditation practice made me cry, helped me release unnecessary energy and comfort myself. I needed to hear from another person how important it is to love others and love yourself - because foster kids, especially indigenous ones aren’t taught that. That love bomb blew my mind and brought so much joy I started telling my friends about it! I felt like a cheerleader for the M word technique! 
I’m so very grateful for this experience and the tools I can use every day for the rest of my life, taking care of myself and becoming a better provider as a parent, friend, co-worker, write and advocate for indigenous children in the Canadian foster care system. 
Thank you, Emily and Mindvalley!

Tanya Roach

Librarian assistant

Yellowknife, Canada

Related Stories

The M Word

“The M word quest would be invaluable”

I have been following Mindvalley for some time and I'm part of the soulvana tribe. I teach kids yoga mindfulness and meditation at local primary schools in London. Today was the end of our 6 week session and we produced happiness vision boards using all we have learnt and from our gratitude jars ...
Read more

Priya Patel Khan

United States

The M Word

"I let go of stuff that was weighing me down and I felt lighter and freer"

Before I signed up for the M Word, I was burning out taking care of 2 elderly parents, one of whom was in home hospice and needed round-the-clock care. I was beyond exhausted, overwhelmed, losing my patience with everyone around me including my parents. What little sleep I had, I had to...
Read more

Jacqueline Crisologo

Independent Contractor

San Diego, United States

The M Word

"I am looking forward to learning with Emily"

I have been following monastic types of meditation and find it harder and harder to complete the 45-60 minute sessions each day. I am looking forward to learning with Emily in modern living techniques of meditation....
Read more

Administrative assistant

Boston, United States

Mindvalley is fueled by your stories

Our community runs on voices like yours. It keep us going, and keeps us grounded.
Tell us like it is. What's your story?
Tell us your Story