Creating space and calm—inside real life
If you feel overwhelmed, stretched thin, and like there’s never enough time to take care of yourself, well don’t worry because you’re not alone.
We’ve all been there, one way or another we all feel stress and pressure that can often lead to burn out if we don’t know how to manage it.
Freedom in Life is an online space for women who are carrying a lot—mentally, emotionally, and physically—and want simple, supportive ways to feel better in their bodies and minds, without adding more to an already full day. I wanted to make resources, and a community for women to help create more space in their days, not another thing on the to do list or to feel guilt for not doing anything.
It’s not about doing more.
It’s about learning how to create space internally, even when life on the outside feels busy, loud, and never-ending.
A gentler approach to breath and movement
Through breathwork and simple, mindful movement inspired by Pilates, I support women who want to:
- Regulate stress and feel calmer
- Reconnect with their bodies
- Create moments of grounding throughout the day
- Feel more like themselves again
I want you to have a toolkit to use when you need it most – on off days, busy days, sad days, and even days you feel your best! The breath is a powerful tool you can always have in your pocket when you want or need it most.
My story
I’m Elaina—an a breathing coach and Pilates Instructor based in West Cork, Ireland. I made Freedom in Life as a means to create space in my own life, which I felt I needed after having my own kids.
I trained as a freedive instructor, Pranayama breathing coach, and Oxygen Advantage Instructor which is where I found a passion to share functional breathing methods with individuals dealing with stress, bad breathing patterns, low energy and focus, and other physical and mental symptoms.
I’m a Level 4 EQF Mat Pilates Instructor too and absolutely love movement and exercise. I teach both breathwork and pilates classes around West Cork, offer workshops and 1:1 sessions for people looking for a tailored experience.
I spend half my time in Iceland, where my partner and children are from. I know firsthand the pressure of the daily grind—keeping the house going, caring for others, and trying to hold space for yourself in the middle of it all.
I’m deeply drawn to cold water therapy, ice diving, and freediving—where water forces you to stay calm under pressure. These experiences, along with breathwork and movement, have taught me how to drop in, find myself again, and create steadiness even when life feels overwhelming.
That’s what I wanted most during my most stressful seasons—and it’s what I now want to offer others.
Why Freedom in Life
Freedom in Life exists to create a supportive space—especially for women—to:
- Feel good in their bodies
- Learn how to regulate stress and mental noise
- Understand the power of their breath
- Move in ways that feel nourishing, not demanding
- Feel less alone in the experience of modern life
Breathwork and movement are how I find my way back to myself—through the noise, the to-do lists, and the pressure—and I believe they can offer the same support to you.
Start here
If you’re new to breathwork, I invite you to start with my blog, where I share simple, approachable teachings to help you understand how breathing can support your nervous system, energy, and sense of calm.
You can also start by subscribing and downloading your own free Mini Ritual Reset below – that includes simple daily breathing techniques, movement and mindfulness to help you feel grounded and connected. I hope it gives you peace and stillness from within <3
👉 Start exploring the blog here and begin learning how to breathe—and feel—better in everyday life.