I vividly remember being 4 or 5 years old and looking out of my bedroom window thinking "why me?" What that meant is a story for another time, but I always had a sense of the greater structures & spiritual meanings to this life.

People ask me why I love Costa Rica so much, and for the first time, the answer is clear: my nervous system settles here. Life moves slower, people care for one another, and what actually matters rises to the surface. Costa Rica doesn’t ask you to rush — it invites you to breathe.

Costa Rica is one of the most biodiverse and spiritually rich places I’ve visited. I hold deep respect for its people and land, which is why I travel — and write — about it with care. Tourism can help, but it can also harm. If you're called to visit and want a more intentional, wellness-rooted experience without overspending, this post is for you.