Wellbeing in and from nature
Wholeness for Mind and Body —
In Nature, With Nature, From Nature
FROM FRAGMENTATION TO WHOLENESS
– Pathways to Inner Balance, Connection & Well-being
I warmly welcome individuals, groups, and teams to explore holistic well-being through coaching, nature-based experiences, and mind-skill practices that gently guide you back to yourself—and to each other.
I offer:
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Mind skills development coaching to enhance resilience, clarity, and self-leadership
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Well-being trainings both indoors and in nature—tailored to your group or context
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Well-being events and team activities, designed to inspire connection and collective renewal
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Refreshing nature walks for teams, using easy, grounding practices from the Finnish ©Forest Mind® method
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Individual and group coaching for a variety of holistic well-being themes
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Forest Mind Guide and Instructor Trainings, held in Finland and internationally
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And a completely online Forest Mind Basic Course, with my personal guidance—wherever you are in the world
These offerings are rooted in the belief that we are not broken—only sometimes scattered. With the right tools, guidance, and safe space, we can gently gather our pieces, return to wholeness, and move forward with lightness, strength, and joy.
NEW: A transformational one year journey Hummingbird Medicine Journey with me, which is based on my coming book: My book Hummingbird Medicine.
Tired ? Fatigued? Feeling stressed? Not enough sleep for your needs? And no time, possibility or willingness to participate face-to-face trainings or classes with other people?
Try the Forest Mind Basic Course. This will give you tools for managing your overall wellbeing and practise exercises outdoors to consciously improve your mood, mindset and wellbeing of your body. See more here: Basic Course in web
I am a holistic Health coach, Nature- and environment guide, a Forest Mind trainer, Ecotherapist and currently studying in a neuropsychiatric coach - program. After my 16 years in the international biz I decided to pursue something new and fulfill my dreams. I currently live my dream life working in the fields of holistic wellbeing and nature based wellbeing.
My passion is to help people to feel good in general and feel good about themselves and their choices in life. Joy in life is our basic right.
In my opinion, recovery is one of the most important skills when we talk about wellbeing in today's hectic life. Many of my activities enhance recovery and bring joy. Another important set of skills are the mind skills. What we think and how we think is crucial for our body and our way of life, and the significance of our internal speech is directly linked to our wellbeing. Our belief system directs us, often unconsciously, and I love working with that topic. To become aware of our programming is very beneficial and we can learn how to utilize that knowledge and change those non-working beliefs in the favor of us. Resilience skills are also close to my heart.
Great things happen to our mind and body automatically in nature, and it has a direct effect on our well-being immediately. Virtual nature has the same effect in our body as the real one. I love to work in nature and hope to do many of my activities and trainings there, but of course do lecturing and trainings inside, too, when appropriate.
Apart nature itself as well as mind skills in general, in my understanding, the three pillars to any kind of healing and wellbeing are communion (belonging), community (sharing) and creation (self-actualization, joy). I want to incorporate these as much as possible in the workshops or gigs I run.
I mainly work in the capital area +/-50km, Hanko and Pyhätunturi. Virtually of course everywhere !
Hope to hear from you.
With joy,
Erja
See also my linktree with all links to my social media, newest products/offerings and much more: https://linktr.ee/erjaj
✨ Welcome to a journey of well-being, connection, and inner clarity.
I offer a unique blend of wellbeing trainings, private coaching, nature-based experiences, and Forest Mind® programs—all designed to support individuals, teams, and communities in finding greater balance, joy, and resilience in life.
Whether you're seeking personal growth, stronger team dynamics, or deeper connection with nature and self, there is a path for you here.
🌿 I provide:
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One-on-one coaching for personal transformation and well-being
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Trainings and workshops for companies, groups, and teams—fostering well-being, collaboration, and presence
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Tailored nature-based sessions and retreats that invite restoration, creativity, and joy
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Forest Mind® trainings to become a certified Guide or Instructor, both in Finland and internationally
Each offering is rooted in a holistic approach that honors the mind, body, spirit, and the natural world around us.
Let's co-create spaces where well-being can truly take root—within individuals, within communities, and within our precious Earth.
Holistic Well-being & Resilience Trainings - Mind Skills, Beliefs, Recovery — Indoors and Out in Nature
Your Mind is Your Greatest Ally
Our mind skills—like resilience, self-awareness, and how we speak to ourselves—are some of the most powerful tools we have for navigating life with clarity and strength. I offer trainings that help you and your team:
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Strengthen resilience
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Understand and shift limiting belief systems
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Cultivate empowering self-talk
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And more—tailored to your needs and context
These sessions can take place in nature, online, or at your location—whatever best supports your learning and growth.
🌿 For teams and organizations, I also offer Forest Mind outings that weave in specific training themes like:
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Psychological safety in the workplace
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Principles of effective teamwork
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Customer service in challenging situations
These experiential trainings are offered in collaboration with Valmentamo Oy and can be held outdoors or in traditional indoor settings.
Each session is designed to create space for insight, connection, and sustainable change—rooted in both evidence-based practices and the wisdom of nature.
See more here: Companies
Shared Steps in Nature: Well-being Walks & Group Outings - From Minihikes to Retreats - Rest. Reflect. Reconnect.
Nature Walks, Tiny Retreats & Tailored Well-being Moments
Step into nature and reconnect—with yourself, your team, or your circle.
I offer refreshing and uplifting well-being walks in nature, filled with light, enjoyable exercises that restore your energy and bring clarity to the mind. Whether you're looking to nourish your team, support your leadership group, or share a meaningful experience with friends, I can tailor a nature-based event just for you.
🌿 I use the Forest Mind® method, a powerful yet gentle tool to support mental clarity, resilience, and presence—suitable for many different settings.
✨ Imagine this:
A half-day nature retreat in Nuuksio National Park with your management board—where thoughtful exercises foster self-reflection, balance, and well-being
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A quiet, soul-soothing mini-retreat in a wilderness hut in Pyhä-Luosto National Park, shaped around a theme that matters most to your group
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Or simply a feel-good outing designed just for your group—to relax, connect, laugh, and enjoy the healing power of nature, without any pressure or goals
💗 A Dream Close to My Heart
I'm currently calling in participants for a peer support group for women who find themselves supporting someone close—a child, a friend, or a parent—through mental health challenges. This group is for you, if you often feel alone in that role and find there's little support available for you. We could gather together in nature and release grief and stress together.
If this speaks to you, I'd be truly honored to hear from you.
Contact me erja@mixingnuts.fi
Forest Mind Instructor and Forest Mind Guide -trainings
Are you looking to enrich your professional toolkit with nature-based methods that truly support well-being? Whether you work in coaching, education, healthcare, outdoor activities, or any field where people matter—Forest Mind® may be just the right path for you.
This powerful, Finnish-born method combines the science-backed benefits of nature with simple yet effective mind skills. It's easy to learn, flexible to use, and deeply impactful—for yourself and those you support.
🌱 Did you know that just 10 minutes in nature can lower your pulse and reduce stress levels? Imagine what's possible when you combine that with intention, awareness, and guided practices.
✨ Forest Mind Guide and Instructor Trainings
These trainings are designed for professionals who want to:
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Deepen their understanding of nature's well-being effects
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Integrate a holistic method into their work
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Support others with tools for stress relief, focus, resilience, and presence
There are different levels of training available, so you can choose the path that suits you best—whether you're looking for personal enrichment or a new professional skill set.
📩 Curious to learn more? Feel free to reach out: erja@mixingnuts.fi
Let's explore together how nature can become a trusted ally in your work.
See more about Forest Mind here: Forest Mind method
Also a self-study web training available for your own use here: Basic Course in web
Private Coaching
🦋 Are You Longing for Change or Clarity in Life?
Do you find yourself at a crossroads—unsure which path to take, feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or simply sensing that something in your life needs to shift?
You're not alone. I've walked with many people on their journey to reclaim inner strength, rediscover meaning, and create real, lasting change. And I've walked that path myself—through career reinvention, single motherhood, entrepreneurship, and up close with life's raw edges: alcoholism, narcissism, and mental health struggles.
These lived experiences have shaped my ability to hold space for others with empathy, honesty, and grounded support. I truly believe:
✨ You can survive anything.
✨ And in time, you may even find the silver lining hidden in the struggle.
Sometimes all we need is a trusted companion—someone to walk beside us, offer new perspectives, and remind us of our own light.
I offer personal coaching:
🌿 Indoors, outdoors in nature, or online
🌿 Flexible formats to meet your life and rhythm
New Offering
The Hummingbird Medicine Journey – a one-year transformational path for those who are ready to shift deeply, guided by ancient wisdom, nature connection, and soul-aligned coaching. This is for you if you're seeking not just change, but true transformation—gently, step by step, with heart and courage. See here: Hummingbird Medicine Journey with me
And if you are interested about the twists and turns in my life, see more here: About me
Take a break and join me for a virtual forest walk! Did you know that virtual nature has same kind of effects in the body as the real one? I want to join here.
More of my current offerings and writings in one place here: https://linktr.ee/erjaj
Testimonials
"Erja is the best. Her way of presenting and the knowledge impresses me."
CEO
IT company, Finland (2021)
I would not have had the courage to execute these changes in my life if it wasn't for Erja during that time.
Woman, mentee
Lawyers' Association mentoring program 2022
Of the "Mind skills and wellbeing from the nature" - training:
"Joyful and warm atmosphere, the excitement radiated from the trainer, Good clear exercises, directly applicable for own use. A deep dive into theory also, important things efficiently in a nutshell.
The trainer has a fantastic attitude !"
Katja Keränen
Natural Resources Institute Finland (2022)
Of the "Forest Mind Guide" - training:
"I have been waiting for just over a year now to be able to train for the English Forest Mind course. The wait was truly worth it, Erja managed to get an English Forest Mind group going and what fun it was.
Erja Really Is an amazing teacher and very patient. Not only did I learn a lot during the course but I felt refreshed at the end of it also.
I can't wait to work with Erja again in the future to further my training.
10/10 for everything.
Thank you again for an amazing time."
Patrick
Fall 2023
