Namaste and Welcome! 

A new year, a new cycle - the perfect time to reflect, reconnect, and realign. And with so many new faces joining us at Live to Serve Academy, it feels like the right moment to reintroduce myself, and invite you to do the same. 

My name is Sami (Samantha Hewinson), and if you’re reading this, know that I’m genuinely excited to connect with you. My journey into health and wellness began 20 years ago. I never intended to build a career in wellness. I'm just someone who had to figure out a way to heal and has dedicated her life to helping others do the same.

But first, let’s talk about the real story that connects us all. 

We’re living in a world where everyone, in some way, is suffering. Our medical systems, while incredible in many ways, have limitations. Eastern traditions like yoga and Ayurveda offer us foundational tools for health and healing. They teach us the importance of lifestyle and empower us to take control of the things we can change: 

• Sleep 

• Exercise 

• Whole, simple foods (no fancy superfoods required!) 

• Stress management 

• Faith, community, and connection 

No matter where you are right now or how challenging your circumstances may be, you have the power to change your trajectory. Healing and transformation start with small, consistent actions, and I’m here to walk this path with you. 

My Story 

Growing up as a gymnast, I knew what it felt like to be strong and vibrant. But in my teenage years, life threw me some curveballs. By 19, I was diagnosed with PCOS and told it would be difficult, if not impossible, to conceive. That diagnosis, along with an eating disorder (which I was also told I'd never fully recover from), and living the party life, pushed me to rock bottom. At 20, I found myself in a mental health hospital - a low point, but also a turning point. 

There, I realised something: If I wanted my life to change, it was up to me to make it happen. 

Yoga and Ayurveda became my anchors. I didn’t know where they would take me, but I followed my heart. Slowly, I started to heal. Over time, I restored balance to my mind and body, built healthier relationships, and even defied medical odds: I got married, came off all medications, and became a mother - not once, but four times!

Why I Do What I Do 

As I rebuilt my life, I began to wonder: How many people are living in the shadow of their diagnosis because they don’t know where to start or that some degree of healing is possible? What if they had the knowledge, support, and tools to explore holistic, complementary pathways? 

That’s why I founded Live to Serve Academy. I wanted to bridge the gap between the precision of Western medicine and the depth of Eastern traditions. Together, they create a holistic approach to health that doesn’t just treat symptoms but transforms lives. 

We all have the power to grow and heal, not just physically but mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. And when we take that journey, we don’t just change ourselves, we lead the way for others.

At Live to Serve Academy, we know that true contentment and happiness comes from being of service. Service is a core principle of yoga and the foundation of everything we do. Our mission is to help you gain the skills and confidence to serve, whether that means supporting your loved ones, starting a side hustle, or launching a career in holistic health and wellness. We’re here to support you! 

Let’s Connect 

I’d love to hear your story. Where have you been? Where are you heading? What’s driving you to take the next step in your own health and healing journey? Send me an email or drop me a message on Instagram or Facebook, I’d love to hear from you. 

If you’re looking for a place to start, I invite you to explore my free course, Discover Ayurveda. It’s a gentle introduction to the tools and wisdom that helped me transform my life and that I hope can help you too. 

Here’s to a year of growth, service, and connection (I look forward to connecting with you more!).  

With love and well wishes, 

Sami xo