Wild & Free By The Sea

WILD AND FREE BY THE SEA

TURNING PAIN INTO PURPOSE

Welcome

Life can take us to unexpected places — sometimes to rock bottom, and sometimes to breathtaking heights. At the end of 2022, I found myself homeless and facing the darkest chapter of my life, but through that struggle, I discovered something extraordinary: the power of starting over.

Hi, I’m Natalia. I share my story to reach anyone who feels lost, broken, or unsure of what’s next. From rebuilding my life with nothing but a vision and the will to rise, to finding strength in the wild beauty of Cornwall’s coastline — I’ve turned survival into something deeper: a journey of growth, healing, and hope.

For years, beneath a successful corporate career, I carried a quiet belief that I wasn’t enough. I overworked, overgave, and accepted less than I deserved — desperate to feel worthy, needed, and seen. It took losing everything to realise the truth: I was never broken. I just needed space to rebuild in a way that felt real.

This website is a reflection of that journey — from homelessness to bestselling author, and now Blue Health Coach (or as I prefer, Blue Health Educator). I’m one of just 56 in the world, using nature-based wellbeing to help others find clarity, calm, and reconnection — especially in blue spaces like the ocean, rivers, lakes and rain.

Blue Health has been my lifeline — a way to ground, reflect, and rediscover who I am. Whether it’s the salty breeze of the sea or the soft lap of water at the shore, these spaces gave me back to myself. Now I help others do the same.

I also partner with aligned brands to create story-led content that uplifts and connects — especially for audiences over 40 who are often overlooked in the digital space.

If you’ve found your way here, I hope you discover something that speaks to you — whether that’s healing, inspiration, or simply the reminder that you are not alone.

Let’s walk this journey together...

Best-Selling Author

Sharing my story of overcoming childhood trauma has been life changing for me, and being able to write this book and watch it become a best-seller whilst homeless, is something I will always be proud of.

From the Ashes, She is Ignited is a powerful book of inspiring stories from women who have risen from the ashes of trauma, adversity and pain to live a life ignited with positivity, passion and confidence.

“Natalia’s childhood of darkness and young adulthood of pressure, has created a brilliant diamond of hope, light and strength. Natalia tried to escape the pain, but her inner strength refused to let her go, forcing her to review her past and grow strong from it. How grateful the world is now to have her supporting other women to be Wild & Free.”

“Thank you so much for being brave enough to share your story, and what a poignant message to finish on that actually in life it’s about being ‘wild and free to be me’ as we are, beautifully enough in any storm or tranquil moment.”

“Natalia’s story shows us that there is hope, even in the darkest of hours. As she points out, the waves, however big, land on the safety of the shore, and from there, you will choose to get up, and as soon as you are able, you will search for healing, and review the meanings you made as a child now that you have an adult’s sight.”

“Natalia’s story is an inspiration for us all, to have been through all of that and to keep continuing to rise and shine. To hear her say that she is going to shine bright after all of that gives us hope, if she can do it then so can we.”

“Wow wow wow this touched me. What words and energy of courage, determination, brokenness, but the ability to RISE AGAIN. I love how much I was brought to nature in this chapter, how mother nature can teach us so much, we too will return to tranquility, we to shall rise again. As I read it I am reminded that just like nature there are ups and downs and storms and tornados but there are also moments of peace.”

“I’ve just read the book and couldn’t put it down. Many of the stories spoke to me, and my experience as a woman. The stories are inspirational but give practical tips to help me in my own journey.”

“An inspirational book, tough to read in places - but worth it, as the feeling of triumph over adversity is amazing.”

“After reading this book I felt immediately inspired to consider my own self-limiting beliefs and create an environment for myself where I can thrive and flourish.”