Dear Friend,

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Thank you for taking the time to learn more about me.

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For years, my running joke has been that it only takes a few minutes to discover one thing about me: I am a superfan of The Tragically Hip, a passion I’ve held since I was 12. You might wonder what this has to do with my work as a mindfulness and meditation teacher, and honestly, it took me a while to connect the dots myself.

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In September 2025, after making the decision to live alcohol-free—it was "a long-time coming, but well worth the wait" (a lyric from Long Time Running)— it became strikingly clear to me that my admiration for The Tragically Hip stemmed from Gord Downie’s profound ability to pour his heart and whole-being into his craft—his songwriting and performances overflowed with emotion, story, and meaning. Each song invites reflection, evokes powerful feelings, and inspires self-expression. In many ways, this mirrors my purpose as a teacher: to support individuals like you to connect more deeply with yourself, others, and the world around you, so you can "simply to awake to your life" (a lyric from *Tiger the Lion*).

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As a dedicated practitioner and lifelong student of this practice, I’ve witnessed its transformative power, not only in enhancing my own life but in the lives of others. Since embracing both my deep love for The Hip and this life-giving practice I've truly found my calling: to love upon people and the world at large. 

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So, if you ever see me in a Tragically Hip t-shirt or rocking it out to of their songs, know that it reflects more than just my unwavering love for this iconic Canadian band. It's also a reminder of the immense gratitude I feel for embarking on my own mindful journey over 14 years ago. Both mindfulness and music possess an uncanny ability to heal us, to help us love more freely, and allow us to 'fully and completely' experience this one precious, miraculous life.

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Thank you again for taking the time to learn about my journey. I look forward to connecting with you and walking this mindful—and dare I say, Ultra Hip— path together.

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In love, hugs and all that good stuff!

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Brandi 😊🙏💕

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P.S. I currently reside in Abbotsford, BC, and deeply value my roles as a devoted wife to my amazing husband, Bruce (pictured here), daughter, sister, aunt, and friend. I’m also an aspiring author with a strong fondness for emojis, terms of endearment, and a heartfelt love for hugs—so consider yourself forewarned!

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