My Journey – How It All Began
- Carmen Fakler
- May 2
- 2 min read
For 13 years, I worked in international sales for a commercial vehicle manufacturer – a time that shaped me both professionally and personally. From 2008 to 2022, I was part of exciting markets, leading projects and constantly learning. One of the most formative experiences was living abroad: I spent seven years in Thailand and South Korea, working in sales management and business development. Life in Asia was inspiring and challenging – and, in hindsight, the beginning of my current path.
While living in Bangkok, I first heard about Reiki. It was at a time, when I had to make some difficult life decisions and I felt very restless. Reiki helped me find clarity and balance during a busy and intense phase of life. It became a regular anchor, bringing me back to myself.
During that time, I also completed my first coaching trainings. I was fascinated by how powerful language and mindset could be. In particular, NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming) opened up new perspectives for me – not only professionally, but also on a personal level.
While working in South Korea, I began practicing yoga in 2016. At the time, I was dealing with insomnia and stress, and yoga became a way to find some peace. I didn’t yet practice regularly – it was more of an experiment, a gentle exploration.
The real turning point came later. In 2022, I wanted to take a short break, planning to return to my corporate job afterward. I was looking for a yoga retreat – but the center I was drawn to only offered a yoga teacher training. So I thought, why not? I signed up – and quickly found myself in the middle of a deeply transformative experience. It didn’t take long before I realized: This is my path.
What started as a spontaneous decision became the beginning of a new direction. I had already learned Reiki in 2016, but now I felt called to go deeper. In 2022, I completed both the 200- and 300-hour yoga teacher trainings. And in 2024, I followed another calling of my heart: Sound Healing – working with frequency and vibration to bring harmony to body, mind, and soul.
Looking back, I’m incredibly grateful for my time in sales. I gained valuable experience, worked with people from all over the world, and had many opportunities for growth. But today, I feel truly aligned. Supporting others on their journey, helping them reconnect with their own inner power – there is hardly a greater joy.

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