About Kamini Pather — integrative wellness coach
On camera, everything gleamed. Underneath, it didn't.
Often, they're carrying more than most people realise — work, caregiving, food struggles, perfectionism, emotional labour, and the invisible pressure of modern life. My work is about helping them come back to themselves with more honesty, compassion, and steadiness.
For a long time, I lived with a harsh and unforgiving internal narrative — strict food rules, all-or-nothing thinking, and the relentless belief that I was never enough. I did the inner work, seeking help from mental health professionals to understand these patterns and soften my relationship with myself.
Winning the second season of MasterChef South Africa marked the beginning of a decade of storytelling through food. After the win, my relationship with food revolved around pleasure, performance, and perfection. In 2016 I started running, and something shifted: I stopped asking only what tasted good and began asking what truly nourished me.
That curiosity led me to study nutrition through the Institute of Integrative Nutrition, and later to complete a Master of Science in Psychology. I became captivated by why people behave the way they do — how our painful and joyful experiences shape the way we cope, protect, and survive.
How I work
Integrative, grounded, and deeply human. The stories you carry, the patterns that no longer serve you, the stress you've normalised. Whether it's burnout, food struggles, perfectionism, or disconnection, the work is about creating enough safety and awareness for real change to begin.
