humble begininngs

Ellasfield is entering an exciting new phase of evolution. We will create even more beautiful events and retreats, and now offer the old family home as a holiday haven away from the hullabaloo of city life, and dedicate our love and attention to every aspect of Ellasfield.

This stunning transformation has taken several months, from choosing calming colour pallets and stunning pieces of furniture from India, to create a spacious and luxurious countryside stay complete with cold water swimming pond surrounded by a natural setting and our horses.

As we embrace this wonderful transition, I have excellent support from a dear friend and client of Ellasfield, and she has asked me to reflect on essential questions such as: What is the core mission and unique essence of my business? Who are our ideal clients, and what transformation do we offer them? How will my clients feel after experiencing our services? How do I want people to perceive my brand?

Summarising everything in just a few words can be challenging, so I've written a blog about it. Over the years, I've come to appreciate how my brain works and found it fascinating to understand how my past experiences have influenced my thinking processes. We are wild and wonderful beings with minds that function in various ways. It's never too late to feel loved, change our neural pathways, become a loving presence for our painful pasts, and transform these burdens into gold!

I'm looking forward to Anna helping me highlight some key points. Sorry, I can't neatly sum it up, Anna! Thank you so much for your support and insights!

The process of expressing a felt experience in words can often be challenging. While rich with offerings, the spiritual marketplace may feel saturated with repetitive generic phrases, leaving many individuals weary and uncertain about where to begin or whom to consult. It's easy to question what's in it for me? Various voices may suggest what you must do, presenting numerous programs and courses with eye-catching titles. While these offerings can offer valuable support, they often reflect a desire for quick fixes or for someone else to take the reins. As a culture, we have fully embraced the programming of turning to 'medical experts' for solutions to our burdens, and while I respect the medical profession, it's essential to recognise therecogniseisdom and power that resides within each of us, ready to be uncovered.

I come from humble beginnings, but I have always felt a strong connection to the magic my grandmother cherished, particularly her love for the wonders of the natural world. Despite facing challenges with chronic asthma and missing many months of school due to extended hospital stays as a child, my passion for nature and horses remained unwavering; even with extreme allergies, I overcame them through a determination that nothing could keep horses and me apart. During those times when I was supposed to be in class, I often swapped my school uniform for the jodhpurs I had hidden in my school bag, skipping even more classes to indulge in my love of horses.

Once embarrassed by my academic struggles and feeling inadequate in a society that upholds its education system, (even a broken one, but that is for another conversation!) I've come to understand that true healing comes from embracing raw honesty and accepting every facet of ourselves, regardless of our background. By actively exploring our culture's hidden gems and honouring the voices and burdens of my ancestors while fully connecting with the land of Ellasfield, we have forged a powerful healing environment. This sanctuary offers a refuge where folks drop in and feel safe enough to reconnect with their truth and beauty, free from judgment and shame.

Our journeys are uniquely different yet beautifully connected. Through my studies, growth and healing, I've had the privilege of sharing transformative experiences in circles with remarkable individuals— from doctors, cleaners, therapists, activists, executives, scientists, teachers, designers, carers, artists, and models. As I sit and listen, I resonate deeply with their stories, recognising the insecurities and vulnerabilities beneath our constructed personas. While we may feel detached and uneasy, many of us are on a quest for fulfilment, often seeking material satisfaction to fill the void and distract us from our emotions and casting unwitting judgments and hurtful words on others to shield our vulnerabilities and wounds.

Yet, in these disconnected and frantic times, it's vital to recognise our shared experiences and the strength it takes to embrace our authentic selves, moving beyond job titles or status to find true contentment. We must journey inward and confront our inner self-judgment, exploring the origins of our internal harshness. By nurturing the tender places within, we can achieve true liberation, freedom, and the power of choice in every moment.

As I sit in quiet contemplation, pondering my mission statement and the more profound questions of purpose, I am filled with a resolute conviction: my purpose is to craft an atmosphere that is not only warm and kind but also genuine, magical and unfiltered. In this space, you are embraced with absolute permission to reveal your most raw, unfiltered essence—the truest, most beautiful, and authentic version of yourself.

Ellasfield is a hidden gem where you can find solace for your nervous system while connecting with the land that we lovingly tend to. As you settle in, your body softens and your heart begins to remember all aspects of yourself, including those parts that may have been exiled due to fear, shame, guilt, or embarrassment. Here, every part of you is welcomed and celebrated. What once felt like fear or emptiness can transform into a sense of connection and ease throughout your body.

Spending time at Ellasfield is an experience that goes beyond words—it must be felt. You can connect with the earth beneath you, sip sacred cacao, and embrace the healing power of horses you never knew you needed. Ellasfield welcomes those ready to embark on a journey of more profound self-discovery, transformation, and spiritual awakening with courage and grace.

This journey cannot and must not be rushed; otherwise, you may miss the wisdom gained through each stage of your life and the richness of this knowledge. There are no shortcuts or quick fixes, but there is a supportive approach that can help your mind, body, and spirit manage all the experiences you've faced, including complex and traumatic events.

By embracing this new way of relating to life, you will start feeling as though you are in the peaceful driver's seat of your life. From this place behind all the noise, you can create the existence you were always meant to live—one where you wake up each morning feeling free from the burdens of the past.

A recent client perfectly puts it:

"I had my reservations about attending at first, but I've realised that it's exactly what I've been missing. It feels like coming home, a sort of remembrance, as if I am awakening from a deep sleep I didn't realise I was in!"

When you leave Ellasfield after a retreat, event, cacao ceremony, one-on-one shamanic healing, or yoga session in beautiful surroundings you might just wish you could stay forever! Seriously, you’ll tap into an inner strength, wisdom and love that you didn’t even know you were missing and feel happy in your own skin, making it hard to imagine life without feeling this way. If this resonates with your heart, then you’ve definitely found the perfect place for you!

Big love and hope to welcome you all soon.

Kim x