Nurture self-healing and nature’s gentle rhythm.
Our purpose is to guide you back to self-awareness so that balance may naturally unfold. By weaving together the medicine of nature, the power of ritual, and ancient wisdom, we create gentle pathways towards lasting wellbeing.
With 20 years of immersion in Ayurveda, yoga and breathwork, Tharien Pieterse offers a holistic approach to wellbeing as a practitioner, yoga teacher, and massage therapist. She studied at the Art of Living Ashram in India and the School Yoga Institute in Guatemala.
Her practice is rooted in the earth; she grows her own organic food and herbs to support daily rituals. She is dedicated to the art of remembering innate wisdom and finding balance through the natural rhythms of life.
“Nature provides all we need to restore balance. I facilitate the practices that have guided me on my journey. These include rituals that help us remember our true nature, sharpen our inner listening, and restore balance while honouring the wisdom of Mother Earth.”
Tharien Pieterse, Founder of Mindful Motion
My Story
In 2004, I found myself exhausted and caught in the grip of work burnout. During this time, a dear friend introduced me to the ancient wisdom of breathwork, yoga, and seva. These practices calmed my nervous system, helped me to feel safe in my own body for the first time, and guided me to follow my heart.
I immersed myself in these practices, and two years later, this led me to India. As I honoured my mind, body, and soul, my life began to shift in ways I could never have imagined. During Art of Living Teacher Training, I was introduced to Ayurveda and a holistic approach to living that nourished my soul.
As my awareness expanded and my understanding deepened, I found the courage to leave a draining job and a partner who did not support my path. Each choice shed layers that had held me back, making space for new adventures and travels around the world, living first in the UK, and later in Spain.
My journey continued through South and Central America, where I completed a Sadhana Yoga Teacher Training, including Ayurvedic Philosophy and Herbal Medicine, and later somatic movement. I was also introduced to the Peruvian Medicine Wheel, a sacred Andean path for spiritual growth and healing that guided me closer to my true nature.
Back in Africa, I travelled through East Africa and worked on projects ranging from organic farming to wildlife conservation and early childhood development. These experiences shifted my perspective and taught me resilience, the power of collective healing, and a path toward inner freedom … the beginnings of Mindful Motion.
More about our holistic products.
We believe the answers to health have always been written in nature. In this spirit, we offer Ayurvedic remedies, massage oils, botanicals, and adaptogens made from responsibly sourced and organic ingredients that honour both body and planet. With every product, we invite you to restore balance, reconnect with your inner rhythm, and return to nature’s wisdom.
Journey into the unknown, breath by breath, movement by movement, ritual by ritual. Reconnect with your natural rhythm and the timeless wisdom that has always been within.
More about our immersions.
Our immersions offer a hands-on exploration of Ayurvedic nutrition and holistic wellness, guided by ancient wisdom and the healing power of nature.
You’ll learn to nourish your body with mindful practices, Ayurvedic remedies, and botanicals, supporting balance, inner peace, and deep rest. Each session combines practical guidance with gentle rituals, offering space to reconnect with your true nature.
