Life in Balance by Cila
From the age of six, Cila d'Oliveira has called The Hague home — but her heart beats for Portugal, the country of her roots and the place where she feels most alive. For Cila, Portugal represents a place of self-connection, freedom, and a true sense of home.
Organizing, connecting people, and helping others are innate to her nature. She has also committed herself to ongoing personal development — mind, body, and soul — a process sparked by a transformative experience several years ago. At that time, she sold her business, which she had led with a large team and full dedication. Although she was optimistic about starting a new venture immediately afterward, she found herself forcing the next step, unable to allow space to simply enjoy her success.
The pressure — both internal and perceived from those around her — to define her next move quickly became overwhelming. Known for her creativity and endless ideas, she found herself stuck, unable to take meaningful action. This unfamiliar state of inertia made her feel as though she was failing.
Without the distraction of constant work, Cila was suddenly confronted with long-suppressed feelings. She realized she had a deep need for freedom — but did not yet know what freedom meant to her or how to begin seeking it. During this period, relationships with her partner, parents, and even close friends became strained. She began recognizing behavioral patterns and unresolved childhood traumas that had led her to prioritize others' needs above her own. For years, she had lived by the belief that if others were happy, she would be happy too — a mindset that eventually left her feeling disconnected from her true self.
Determined to regain her sense of identity and well-being, Cila embarked on a journey of self-care and spiritual growth. She adopted a healthier diet — which even alleviated her migraines — embraced regular exercise, engaged in silence and introspection, and explored her spiritual South American heritage on her father’s side. This holistic approach helped her find balance and healing.
As her inner world began to stabilize, she found the clarity and energy to pursue meaningful goals and let go of the patterns that had held her back. From this newfound freedom emerged the inspiration to launch Life in Balance — a platform that helps others reconnect with themselves. The initiative offers tools and guidance for personal development in a safe and supportive environment. Today, Cila leads this mission with a passionate and professional team based in both the Netherlands and Portugal.
A key moment in her personal journey came when she sought to reconnect with her Venezuelan father, only to discover he had passed away just six months earlier. Although this was a painful loss, it also introduced her to a newly found and loving extended family. As she explored her heritage, she discovered that her paternal great-grandmother had been a medicine woman. Inspired by this legacy, Cila chose to follow in her ancestor's spiritual footsteps. This path led her to Inca Medicina in Peru, where she was deeply moved by the purity of ancient healing traditions and committed herself to formal training in these methods.
In addition to her work with Inca Medicina, Cila has studied and practiced various forms of holistic therapy. This has equipped her with a diverse and powerful set of healing tools. Her mission is to guide others who seek to reconnect with life and rediscover joy, healing, and purpose.
After six transformative years filled with highs, lows, breakthroughs, and setbacks, Cila now stands stronger than ever — while remaining open to continued growth and learning. What once broke her, ultimately rebuilt her. She hopes to inspire that same transformation in others.
In munay | With Love …
Cila | The Life in Balance Team
https://www.lifeinbalancept.info