In the mixture of life, my path was not clearly woven from the start. As a young spirit, the future was a vast landscape, unknown and uncharted.My moment of awakening echoed in my soul when I began my journey to becoming an alcohol and drug counsellor back in 1999/00. A story etched deeply in my memory is when my first instructor in alcohol and drug counselling inspired a spark within me. Their wisdom, rooted in the power of healing at a group level, showed me the power of guiding others.In that sacred space, the realization struck me like lightning: my calling was to be a group facilitator, to walk with others on their path to healing. This wasn't just a career; it was a calling, a part of my very being. I witnessed the healing power of groups. I remember someone telling me that our hurts and grievances happen privately, but healing has to happen publicly.Initially, there was a sense of guilt in accepting compensation for something that resonated so deeply with my spirit, something that flowed through me as naturally as the rivers. But then an ancestral truth whispered to me: when a gift comes naturally, it is not just a skill; it is a purpose bestowed upon you.It's alright to wander, to explore the forest of possibilities, and to understand what paths are not yours to walk. This exploration is not just a journey; it is a pilgrimage to your true self.When you find that calling, that purpose that aligns with your spirit, you will know. It will resonate with the songs of your ancestors, and the journey will be a testament to its worth. If you would like assistance in discovering your path or journey, click&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://portal.owlpractice.ca/iwtscanada/booking">HERE</a>.


My awakening came when I started training as an alcohol and drug counsellor in 1999–2000. A memorable moment was when my first instructor ignited a spark within me that deeply resonated.

The moment I knew I would do this forever

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The moment I knew I would do this forever

The moment I knew I would do this forever

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