Who is Bev Janisch?
Hi, I’m Bev. I’m so glad you’re here!
I am on a mission to share contemporary, holistic meditation and mindfulness practices that are research-based, grounded in ancient wisdom, and adapted for modern lives so that people can live with greater ease and well-being.
With a background as a master’s prepared nurse, I am also a certified meditation and mindfulness teacher, integral coach, and Enneagram practitioner.
For over 25 years, I worked as a nurse in various roles with seniors and end-of-care. I loved being a nurse and was honoured to journey with people during the final phase of their lives.
Since 2014, I’ve been teaching and coaching meditation and mindfulness, working with individuals and groups in diverse settings, including universities, corporations, spiritual centers, retreats, homes, and charitable organizations.
I’ve guided hundreds of people in establishing meditation and mindfulness practices that enhance their physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being.
In 2019, I published my first book, Awakening A Woman’s Soul: The Power Of Meditation And Mindfulness To Transform Your Life.
I work with people in person in Calgary, Alberta and virtually worldwide using Zoom.
I’m passionate about empowering people to live with greater ease, well-being, fulfillment, resilience and joy!
Here’s why I’m so passionate this…
In 2012, I was standing on top of Mount Kilimanjaro, one of the highest peaks in the world, and I had never been lower.
Like many women, I was so busy on life’s treadmill and fulfilling all my roles (wife, mother, daughter, sister, friend, and nurse) that I slowly lost touch with my SELF.
On the outside, I looked successful, happily married, and cheerful, but on the inside, I felt stressed and had no idea who I was anymore.
Despite being grateful, I felt lost, confused and stuck.
I found myself asking big questions: Who am I? How can I feel more peaceful? What’s missing in my life? Why can’t I just be happy?
I had no idea what was wrong. All I knew was that my physical and emotional health was suffering, my marriage felt disconnected, and my life lacked meaning and purpose.
This challening time in my life became a turning point. I could either continue to struggle with the stress and disconnection I was feeling or gain some tools to get to know the real Bev beyond all the roles, conditioning and limiting beliefs running my life and holding me back from becoming the best version of myself.
I spent over a decade exploring various paths, practicing meditation, mindfulness, positive psychology, Jungian psychology, life coaching, energy healing, esoteric wisdom, mind-body medicine, the Enneagram, human design, and multiple spiritual traditions. I’m deeply grateful for the many teachers who guided me along the way!
My personal journey enriched by my studies and a deep desire to alleviate unnecessary stress and struggle, inspired me to synthesize all the teachings, current research and wisdom into creating The Four Pillars for Inner Peace model.
These 4 holistic pillars are the cornerstone of my work and offer a clear roadmap and powerful tools for transformation. They’ll resonate with people who are seeking a path that integrates their body, mind, heart and soul.
The pillars help people release stress, build resilience, and flourish with greater ease and fulfillment. They empower people with the knowledge and tools to step into the best version of themselves!
The 4 pillars for inner peace are:
Bev’s Formal Training and Certifications
1984 Bachelor of Science in Nursing, University of Alberta
1993 Master’s of Nursing, University of Calgary
2014 Certified Meditation and Mindfulness Instructor, McLean Meditation Institute
2014 The Power of Mindfulness with Jack Kornfield, nicabm
2017 Co-active Communication, Mindfulness Coaching School
2018 Deep Coaching Intensive, Center for Transformational Coaching
2019 Usui/Holy Fire 11 Reiki
2020 Integral Associate Coach™, Integral Coaching Canada Inc.
2020 Integral Coaching & the Enneagram: Soul-Building & Contribution, Russ Hudson and James Flaherty
2020 Own The Shadow of Your Enneagram Personality Type, Beatrice Chestnut
2021 Developing Powerful Enneagram Skills, Chestnut Paes Enneagram Academy
2021 Intensive 1/2, The Narrative Enneagram
2021 Instincts & Subtypes, The Narrative Enneagram
2021 The Typing Process, The Narrative Enneagram
2021 Providing Effective Enneagram Solutions, Chestnut Paes Enneagram Academy
2022 Deepening Spiritual Awareness, The Narrative Enneagram
2022 The Enneagram For Therapists, Counselors, and Coaches, The Narrative Enneagram
2023 Trauma Awareness in Coaching, Deep Coaching Institute
