Sarah-Anne Tourond is an award-nominated children’s author, illustrator, yoga teacher, meditation guide, and wellness consultant working with Indigenous communities. In this episode of I’m Human Too, Sarah-Anne shares how personal loss became a catalyst for healing and transformation in her life. Through her work, she channels grief into a mission to inspire self-love, community care, and progressive change, grounded in Indigenous teachings.

Sarah-Anne’s journey highlights the resilience within Indigenous communities and the importance of moving beyond trauma to embrace joy and spiritual connection. She emphasizes that self-worth is inherent, not tied to productivity or societal standards, a message she instills daily in her son. Her holistic wellness approach incorporates yoga, meditation, and Indigenous practices like the medicine wheel, helping those impacted by trauma reconnect with peace and safety within their bodies.

Through her celebrated children’s book series, including You Are Sacred, Sarah-Anne nurtures healing narratives that foster connection between children, the land, and themselves. She also leads workshops integrating art, yoga, and breathwork, promoting wellness rooted in Indigenous knowledge. To learn more about Sarah-Anne’s work, collaborations, and offerings, follow her online or explore her publications.