A word from Lou
My remembering
I was born in the Solomon Islands.
I was raised by Nature, grief, and the ones who came before me.
This is how I came to hold this work.
i Born in the Pacific
Where the ocean is a teacher
Born in the Solomon Islands, I have always felt a profound connection with Nature. Growing up in the South Pacific, my surroundings were a tapestry of Pacific Ocean, coconut trees, and lush markets filled with fresh fruit and vegetables.
Returning to our family village on Malaita Island — no electricity, dense jungle around us — I would spend my days swimming in crystal-clear waters, riding canoes, and exploring the tropical depths beneath me. My childhood was a seamless blend of nature's beauty and the simplicity of life in a remote village.
ii The Move
A new land, the same Earth
At the age of five, I moved from the Solomon Islands to New Zealand with my mother and siblings. Despite the colder climate, Nature's presence was still very much a part of our lives.
These environments instilled in me a deep understanding that I am Nature — connected to everything from the birds and bees to the trees and mountains.
Dance, art, and Nature became my refuge.
They were my escape — and my home.
iii The Storm Inside
What I carried, what carried me
My connection to Nature was complemented by a strong sense of ancestral guidance, with roots in the Solomon Islands on my father's side and Irish and Scottish heritage on my mother's.
Growing up with a mother who had bipolar disorder, dealing with an absent father, surviving a devastating earthquake, and experiencing a divorce — these were the storms that shaped me. Dance, art, and Nature became my refuge, offering solace amidst chaos.
iv What Movement Taught Me
Reclaiming the body
The aftermath of a deadly earthquake in Christchurch intensified my need for movement. My marriage ended, plunging me into deep heartache.
To navigate the pain, I immersed myself in Olympic weightlifting, kickboxing, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu — reclaiming my sense of power and resilience. My love for dance and art never waned. They remained my healing tools, helping me express and release my pain.
v The Awakening
When the soul began to speak
In 2019, after my first spiritual awakening, I delved deeper into my soul — embracing healing practices that released trapped energy through dance, stretching, yoga, singing, and affirmations.
I attended my first Vipassana retreat, followed by three more in New Zealand and England. These experiences taught me to heal through the chakras and meditation — a journey I am now ready to guide others through.
vi Today
Holding space, with pure intention
Today, my number one priority is my peace, health, and well-being. My lifestyle reflects this commitment.
I create work infused with pure intentions, inspired by the beauty that lifted my spirits during my darkest days. Through my life journey and the wisdom I've acquired, I am now ready to help others on their own paths — with love, and pure intentions.
