Sandy

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🌿 About Me: Mindful, Resourceful & Multi-Skilled

Hello! I am Sandy, a Swiss-born traveler, educator, and former business owner with a passion for sustainable living and the great outdoors. After 8 years of running my own practice in personal development and shamanic energy work, I am currently exploring the world to connect with nature and like-minded communities.

I am a "proactive independent"—I am very comfortable managing my own tasks and solving problems creatively, but I deeply value clear, honest communication and the joy of shared goals. Whether I am in the kitchen, the garden, or behind a computer, I bring a high level of mindfulness and organization to everything I do.

🛠️ What I Can Bring to Your Project

Culinary Arts: I am a self-taught vegan/gluten-free cook. I’ve cooked for yoga and freediving retreats in Australia and love creating new recipes. I’m happy to take charge of healthy, plant-based meal prep!

Gardening & Landscaping: I grew up helping my father in his Swiss vineyard and have years of experience maintaining my own large backyard and plant collection. I am physically fit and enjoy manual labor.

Teaching & Languages: I am a school teacher by trade. I can help with French (native), English (fluent), or tutoring children. I am also currently practicing my Spanish and German.

Admin & Tech: Having run my own business, I am highly computer literate and organized. I can help with bookings, social media, or general admin.

Animal Care: I am a huge animal lover! I have years of experience dog-sitting and dearly miss my own cat, so I will treat your pets like family.

🌱 Lifestyle & Values

I lead a very active, healthy lifestyle. You’ll usually find me doing daily calisthenics or heading toward the water—I love hiking, surfing, freediving, and scuba diving. I am a firm believer in:

Sustainability: Foraging, wilderness living, and low-impact lifestyles.

Wellness: Meditation, self-awareness, and a positive, kind outlook.

Reliability: I am straightforward, honest, and I value "doing a job well."

I am looking for hosts who value kindness and clear communication. I am as happy working solo on a project as I am being part of a team. I look forward to meeting you and contributing to your home or project!

Interests

Videography

Van life

Self development

Sustainability

Vegetarian or vegan

Languages

Gardening

Drawing & painting

DIY & crafts

Cooking & food

Animals

Fitness

Hiking

Yoga / Wellness

Water sports

Sailing / Boating

Outdoor activities

Nature

Mountain

Camping

Beach

Adventure sports

Languages

Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Fluent
German: Beginner
Spanish: Beginner

More details about my language interests
I am a school teacher by trade and have experience in teaching french to none french speakers. I am fluent in english, currently learning spanish and have learned german for 9 years but never practiced it.

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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

I'm interested in:  

Art Projects

Eco Projects

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Some knowledge of:  

Light gardening

Creative DIY projects

Animal Care

Life at a Farmstay

Hospitality/Tourism

Light maintenance

Helping with Computers/ Internet

House & pet sitting

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Able to teach about:  

Languages

Teaching

Creating/ Cooking family meals

More details about your skills

The Skills I Have

🏠 DIY, Renovation & Maintenance

Home Renovation: Experienced in various aspects of home improvement and restoration projects.

Surface Finishing: Painting, as well as plaster work for wall preparation and repairs.

Tiling: recylcling and laying tiles for kitchens, bathrooms, or outdoor areas.

Woodworking: Comfortable working with wood for basic construction, repairs, or creative "upcycling" projects.

Resourceful Fixer: I am very "crafty" and handy with tools, often finding creative, sturdy solutions to maintenance problems around the house.

🌿 Gardening, Vineyard & Landscaping

Vineyard Maintenance: Extensive experience assisting in a Swiss vineyard (pruning, harvesting, vine care).

General Gardening: Experienced in plant care, weeding, pruning, and maintaining large outdoor spaces.

Manual Labor: Physically fit and comfortable with demanding outdoor work and tool use.

🍳 Culinary & Dietary Specialities

Plant-Based Chef: Professional experience cooking for yoga and freediving retreats.

Allergy-Aware Cooking: Expert in vegan and gluten-free recipe creation.

Kitchen Management: Capable of meal planning, budgeting, and cooking for large groups.

🏫 Teaching & Languages

Professional Educator: Qualified school teacher with experience in classroom management and tutoring.

Linguistic Skills: Native French, fluent English. I can offer formal language lessons (French) or casual conversation practice (English).

💻 Business, Admin & Tech

Entrepreneurial Skills: 8 years of experience running a personal development business.

Digital Literacy: Proficient in administrative tasks, computer troubleshooting, and organization.

Social Media & Admin: Able to help with bookings, website maintenance, emails, and online presence.

🧘 Wellness & Personal Development

Holistic Practices: Deep knowledge of shamanic energy work and meditation.

Personal Growth: Skilled in facilitating personal development and mindfulness.

🐾 Animal Care

Pet Sitting: Years of experience with dog-sitting and caring for cats. I am very comfortable with animals and their daily routines.

Age

49

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  Driver's licence

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  Allergies
  No

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  Special dietary requirements
  Plant based, free from gluten