I help people who don't want a normal life, figure out what they actually want and how to build it

I help people who don't want a normal life, figure out what they actually want and how to build it

I help people who don't want a normal life, figure out what they actually want and how to build it

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ff the Norm community celebrating freedom in the mountains — a global group for mindset growth, burnout recovery, and purpose seekers.

For people who don’t want a normal life

Essays about freedom, work, money, relationships and building your own path.

One new story every week, written by Tess.

ff the Norm community celebrating freedom in the mountains — a global group for mindset growth, burnout recovery, and purpose seekers.

For people who don’t want a normal life

Essays about freedom, work, money, relationships and building your own path.

One new story every week, written by Tess.

Published articles

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Hi, I am Tess

I'm a psychologist, tour guide, and writer.
I’ve spent the last years leading over 50 groups across 12+ countries, from the chaos of Bangkok to the calm of the Pyrenees.
Along the way, I’ve seen what real freedom looks like, and what happens when we lose it.

That’s why I started the Off The Norm:
a space for curious, open-minded people who want to live life the way they want to.
Here, I talk about the messy, honest side of freedom. From burnout to bold decisions, we learn how to build a life that truly fits who we are.

Because freedom grows when you share it.

1000+ people guided worldwide

50+ groups guided worldwide

4 years on the road

40+ countries visited

Hi, I am Tess

Published articles

Ready to break the norm?

Book a clarity session, join a workshop, or start with joining the community. Your choice.

Ready to break the norm?

Book a clarity session, join a workshop, or start with joining the community. Your choice.

Ready to break the norm?

Book a clarity session, join a workshop, or start with joining the community. Your choice.