Elizabeth Defreitas

In 2018, I attended my first Wim Hof workshop at Elemental Wellness with Gio, the founder of Elemental Rhythm. It was a deep dive into breath work and cold plunging that left me feeling alive, exhilarated, centered, and empowered. But most importantly, I found a profound sense of belonging, connection, and community, which blossomed into incredible friendships and a supportive network—all through the power of synchronized breathing and shared challenges. From that pivotal moment, I made a conscious choice to embrace breath work and cold plunging as part of my daily practice. By combining these two powerful modalities, I experienced a remarkable transformation in my overall well-being. My energy levels soared, focus and mental clarity sharpened, and I found a newfound ability to regulate my emotions, bringing more peace and calm into my life. This journey has deepened my belief that the breath is a powerful tool for self-cultivation through creative exploration, energy transformation, and manifestation. In my practice, I aim to guide others in understanding their energy patterns and cultivating breath awareness to foster conscious breathing. My intention is to empower others to use their breath to move, change, and transform—bridging intention with the breath, body, mind, and spirit. Outside of breath work, my passion for creativity and its transformative potential has been a guiding force in my life. I continually seek innovative ways to inspire, educate, and connect with others. One of my most rewarding endeavours has been fostering nurturing spaces within women’s circles and cacao ceremonies, where self-love and creativity are explored through diverse healing modalities. For nearly two decades, my connection to body and energy work has shaped my path. As a yoga teacher, I’ve integrated massage, Reiki, and meditation, sharing the importance of holistic well-being and guiding individuals toward discovering their inner resilience and power. My engagement in creative outlets—from visual content creation to various healing methods—resonates deeply with my emotional intelligence and the nurturing essence of my heart. This alignment allows me to connect with energy in ways that expand awareness and facilitate the art of receiving, creating a cycle of replenishment that fuels not only personal growth but also the capacity to give back to others and the community.