My Personal Journey
About Archana
Archana Tapadia, is a mother of two, a lifelong student of inner healing, and the founder of Svasti.life—a space dedicated to holistic transformation and well-being. With roots in India and a life shaped across both India and Singapore, she brings a rich blend of cultural depth, contemporary insight, and a profound respect for the human experience.
Her earlier career in the optical and insurance industries provided structure and discipline, but her soul yearned for something deeper—a way of life anchored in wellness, balance, and inner alignment.
The Turning Point
Just before turning 40, Archana Tapadia was in the best physical shape of her life. She had completed a 73-floor vertical marathon, taken part in endurance runs, and was embracing new challenges like cycling and skiing—activities she had once never imagined doing. She felt strong, vibrant, and in control.
But one night, everything changed.
She awoke in excruciating pain that led to an emergency room visit and a diagnosis: H. Pylori, a bacterial infection that, if left untreated, could lead to ulcers or even cancer. She was prescribed multiple rounds of strong antibiotics and proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). While the infection eventually cleared, the aftermath was devastating—her digestion weakened, her immunity plummeted, and emotionally, she felt fragile and exhausted.
The fear of cancer hung heavily in the background, intensified by her own mother’s battle with the disease just five years earlier. Archana followed every medical recommendation out of fear—but deep down, she knew she couldn’t live this way. Something had to shift.
This moment—of physical depletion and emotional vulnerability—marked the true beginning of her healing journey.
The Recovery
Determined to reclaim her health, Archana began diving into research on nutrition and healing. Her diet had always been relatively clean, but now she began to uncover the hidden sugars, refined flours, and so-called "healthy" foods that were silently contributing to her discomfort. She transitioned to a whole-foods-based approach, yet the acid reflux persisted.
Wanting to go beyond surface-level fixes, she attended a yoga and wellness retreat. It was there that she discovered what no doctor had ever told her: true healing was not just physical—it was emotional. The gut, often called the second brain, held more than just food; it held unprocessed stress, unresolved emotions, and the weight of unspoken fears.
To truly heal, she had to go inward—unraveling the layers of emotional tension from her past, re-evaluating relationships, managing stress, and tuning into movement and practices that supported her body gently and consistently.
Through this process of experimentation, self-inquiry, and daily commitment, Archana gradually re-energized herself. By the time she turned 40, she had weaned off PPIs, regained vitality, and found herself thriving—this time, from the inside out.
Friends and family began to notice the transformation. They turned to her for advice and guidance, which naturally led to informal sessions and deeper conversations.What started as informal support sessions eventually evolved into a deeper calling.
Archana pursued formal training and became a Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach—igniting the next chapter of her healing journey.
But that was just the beginning.
Today, she supports others with deep empathy and respect for each individual’s unique path to healing, knowing firsthand that wellness is never one-size-fits-all.
Healing Beyond the Physical
Archana’s healing journey deepened when she was introduced to Reiki and Hypnotherapy during another emotionally challenging period in her life. At the time, she was navigating overwhelming waves of fear, anxiety, and emotional pain—feeling confused, unanchored, and disconnected from herself.
It was through guided Hypnotherapy sessions with a skilled therapist—who would later become her mentor—and a consistent daily Reiki practice that she began to find her way back to clarity. Slowly, a sense of calm, emotional stability, and groundedness returned—feelings she hadn’t experienced in years.
Her healing expanded further with the introduction of Sound Healing Therapy using Himalayan Singing Bowls. As deep emotional patterns rose to the surface to be released, Archana began noticing how they manifested in her body—through tight hips, tension in the thighs, or sudden spasms. Each modality served a unique purpose in her recovery:
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Reiki helped restore energetic balance,
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Hypnotherapy rewired subconscious narratives,
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And the resonant frequencies of the singing bowls calmed her nervous system and delivered real physical relief.
This integrative experience awakened a deep trust in her body’s wisdom—and a reverence for the innate healing potential within each of us.
Inspired by her own transformation, Archana went on to train and become certified in these modalities. Today, her lived experience forms the foundation of how she holds space for others—with empathy, presence, and an unwavering belief in the body’s power to heal.
Living the Healing
Archana Tapadia is no longer just “fit”—she has evolved into a more empowered, deeply aligned version of herself. After navigating her own health challenges and emotional healing through trial, error, and transformation, she now stands in the best health of her life—physically, mentally, and energetically.
What once came to her as divine support—through therapists, teachers, and mentors—is now what she offers others: personalized, compassionate guidance for those navigating emotional blocks, relationship struggles, burnout, limiting beliefs, and chronic health concerns.
Having walked the path herself, Archana understands how overwhelming the wellness world can be—filled with conflicting advice, dietary confusion, and mental noise. Her mission is to be the coach and healer she once needed—someone who walks beside you with empathy, clarity, and lived experience.
Through a powerful fusion of Reiki, Sound Therapy, Hypnotherapy, and Integrative Health Coaching, she helps you reconnect with your inner compass—that quiet inner knowing that already holds the blueprint for your healing, once given the right tools and support.
Whether you're facing low energy, chronic pain, anxiety, self-doubt, or simply feeling stuck—Archana is here to guide you gently, intuitively, and wholeheartedly back to your truest self.
Beyond the Practice
Archana holds an Economics Honors degree from Delhi University and has professional experience with organizations such as Himalaya Opticals (India) and AIA—roles that consistently centered around human connection and care.
Outside of her healing work, she finds joy in simple, grounding pleasures—walking in nature, practicing yoga and flexibility training, and immersing herself in the soothing frequencies of Reiki and sound therapy. She cherishes moments with her two sons, exploring new places, cooking, skiing, and expressing her creativity through flower arrangements.
And when it's time to unwind? You’ll likely find her curled up with an episode of Hell’s Kitchen.
Let’s Begin
If you're ready to explore what’s possible when healing is holistic—not just physical or mental, but a journey of your entire being—Archana would be honored to walk alongside you.