Today we’d like to introduce you to Dr. Sofia Costa.
Hi Dr. Sofia, please kick things off for us with an introduction to yourself and your story.
Every sunrise is a new beginning. The sunrises of the year 2021 is where I’ll begin sharing my story.
I sensed a power within me that felt expansive. A power that gradually became louder and I could no longer avoid nor suppress it. Sacred space was needed for me to feel, hear, see, and receive what the power was expressing. On November 13, 2021, I meditatively conceived the details of what the power is, then began to write immediately. The words flowed through me like a waterfall for 9 consecutive days during my stay in Mt. Shasta, California. “The Power of Being Known: A Heart-Centered Journey Connecting to Self, Earth, Lineage, and Love” was born and continued to evolve for months. The book was published on July 21, 2023. The direct experience transformed my entire Being and I honestly believe writing the book co-created me. “The Power of Being Known” expresses transformational experiences when you choose to be the chosen one in every phase of Life.
Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way. Looking back would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
Every struggle, obstacle, and challenge that present itself reflect lessons I get to learn. Choosing to perceive struggles as a mirror lead me to explore within the depths of my Being, rediscover the Gold of my existence, receive love and wisdom, and allows my Heart to be my compass. The inner journey sparks the Soul’s Light to shine bright.
Appreciate you sharing that. What else should we know about what you do?
Writing supports heart expression.
I remember when I was 10 years of age, my teacher announced there was an opportunity for us to write a poem and a selected few would get published. I asked my mother to assist me with the process of writing what my heart desired to express: being at the shoreline observing the ocean and seagulls because the beach was my happy place. And within minutes, my first poem called “The Waves” was created. Several weeks later, it was selected to be published and I remember feeling a profound sense of purpose.
At the age of 15, I injured my left leg while playing tennis and was advised by my physiatrist to journal so I can express what I was going through. Journaling allowed me to write about the heartache and move through thoughts and emotions as I witnessed my body shift from being in a cast, leg brace, then surgery, relearning to walk, and eventually returning to play tennis again. It all inspired me to learn more about the mind-heart-body connection.
I am a Doctor of Physical Therapy and the author of “The End of Back Pain: The Secret to Gaining Relief and Staying Active” and “The Power of Being Known: A Heart-Centered Journey Connecting to Self, Earth, Lineage, and Love.” And I continue to evolve remembering everything is energy.
What makes you happy?
Transcending suffering enlightens – a belief, a sacred practice honored daily, a direct experience from deep within creating space for happiness to express and be.
Clarity received during a transformational journey in Bhutan, March 2017.
Happiness beamed through every Being, a divine reflection I got to see and witness during a 10-day group adventure trip traveling through Bhutan and learning about the culture and chosen way of life. The purity of happiness is the internal currency of love, letting go what no longer serves the evolution of your soul is an art, and wealthy living is connecting heart-to-heart.
My perception of happiness was redefined by the land and people of Bhutan.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.drsofiacosta.com
Image Credits
Cierra J. Benavidez
