About — Carissa Walford

PRACTITIONER, MENTOR, COACH.

I’ve learned that this winding and continuous path towards self-discovery isn’t easy.

It’s wild, unpredictable, and sometimes terrifying. I’m still learning, but I know one thing: evolution is always worth the growing pains.

After fifteen years in the entertainment industry as an award-winning television host (Foxtel’s Channel [V]), journalist, and producer who built her own brand, I realised that the connecting through-line of all that I did was the pursuit of depth.My evolution and calling to guide people on their own journey of self realisation came with a struggle to let go of my old identity as a TV Host and trust that my once dream career has expired, and it was time to move on.

I tried to stretch and squeeze myself to fit the mold of external expectations and outdated societal norms. I know the struggle of losing sight of who I am. And chances are if you’re a woman in or approaching your third decade on this planet, you’ll know what I’m talking about too. I wish I had the understanding, the tools and a deep connection to my inner world so I could navigate the entertainment industry from my true self… BUT … that’s the way life goes and it’s all prepared me to be here to support you with all the experience, wisdom and teachings I now embody.

Uncovering my conditioning, inquiring within my subconscious, and untangling limiting beliefs has allowed me to evolve towards relationships and professions that serve me - not the other way around. The premise is simple, but the pursuit is for the brave. Everyone needs help to get there.

The best thing about losing yourself? Having the opportunity to find your way back. A remembrance of your essence that’s always there.

FROM THEN TO NOW

From the age of 22, I hired my first coach and was taught the energetics of manifestation and the subconscious mind from the OG’s including Abraham Hicks and other foundational figures in energetic practices. With a deeper understanding of energetic principles, I amplified my manifestations, securing roles on shows, opportunities in business and shaping my whole & wonderful life here in Byron Bay.

Throughout this journey, I gained expertise in branding, strategy, business, and marketing enabling me to offer valuable insights, particularly to young entrepreneurs navigating conditioned perspectives. Recognising my own deep-seated drive for entertainment, I realised that while it aligned with my aspirations, it also stemmed from childhood conditioning. This realisation led me to develop the conscious manifestation model, which later evolved into the True Essence course and membership platform.

Over the past six to seven years, I transitioned towards living more authentically me. My yoga teacher training, coaching studies, moving to Byron Bay NSW have all been a spiritual practice…Of letting go, letting in and connecting with the ultimate truth for us all that.. we are pure consciousness, spiritual beings having a human experience. This life is fleeting so why not grab it by the balls and feel the aliveness that comes from living open hearted.

In essence, I’m dedicated to being in my truth.. Which constantly shifts and evolves but at the core of who I am, I don’t deny myself what I’m worthy of. I get to feel deep love, joy, harmony in my relationships, my work and in silence because I know the power I have to create a choose to live nothing less than a fucking exuberant life.