Lil' Leo

I have always found creativity in whatever task I have undertaken over the years. My creative journey has taken me through being an interior designer, an artist, a wellness coach and an author. My life experiences through the years across 3 continents has given me the material for my motivational speaking journey. I practice creative diversity by combining my deep interest in psychology, passion for art, dedication towards health and love for animals. I am a certified Mental Health First Aider, registered nutrition and weight management advisor and Fitness trainer with more than 20 years of experience, portrait artist and pet advocate. I am also a certified therapy pet assessor.

as an artist, I take art lessons for children locally. My aim is help them relax through some breathing exercises and then let there imagination flow on the canvas!

Past 5 years, Me and my pet Leo, as a therapy team, we have been visiting schools and care homes. We also visit Psychiatric hospital, adolescent ward. During Pandemic we started zoom reading sessions for home schooled children. Leo thoroughly enjoys his therapy sessions and making friends!

My literary journey started during Pandemic as I saw the rate of pet abandonment going high. It was heart breaking to see how the pets were being treated. That’s when I decided to turn my lovely Leo in to a character and share his journey. In this series Leo is expressing his feelings and helping us understand how our pets feel and how we can empathize with them.

Iam also a board member of Women’s organisation, OurlocalOnline. The goal of this organisation is to empower, educate and support women entrepreneurs.