Burnout isn’t a badge of honor It’s a warning sign
And for one Malaysian founder, that warning came from a hospital bed.
We live in a world that worships hustle. Faster emails. Faster wins. Faster everything. But what if real power comes from slowing all the way down?
Meet Chi, the woman quietly leading a wellness revolution in Malaysia by teaching high performers how to breathe again.
The Breakdown That Sparked a Breakthrough
A decade ago, Chi was deep in the wellness world meditation, mindfulness, and spiritual growth. Her mind? Strong.
Her body? Ignored.
Then came the wake up call: hospitalization.
She realized something most of us learn the hard way you can’t “mindset” your way out of physical burnout. Health isn’t just mental clarity. It’s the mind and body working as a team.
So in 2019, she left Kuala Lumpur for Penang and rebuilt her life with one mission: Help others slow down before their bodies force them to.
Yoga, But Not the Instagram Version
Forget fast flows and fancy poses.
Chi specializes in Yin Yoga, a slow, meditative practice rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Think long holds. Deep stillness. Nervous system reset.
One pose. Three to five minutes. No rush. It’s not about touching your toes.
It’s about touching your breath, your stress levels, your inner chaos.
“Not flexible?” she laughs.
“That’s exactly why you need yoga.”
For Chi, yoga isn’t a workout. It’s a union of body, mind, and soul. Even mindful breathing counts. Even playing music counts. Awareness is the real practice.
Taking Wellness Into the Boardroom
Here’s where things get powerful.
Chi is an HRDF certified corporate wellness trainer, and she’s bringing slow living into high-pressure workplaces across Malaysia.
She works with C-suite leaders and managers who run companies smoothly… but run themselves into the ground.
Coffee. Sugar. Adrenaline. Repeat. Until burnout hits.
Her workshops focus on stress management, nervous system regulation, and sustainable productivity simple tools anyone can use, from interns to executives.
She’s also opening up much-needed conversations about women’s wellness at work, including menopause and hormonal changes that affect performance topics rarely addressed but deeply felt.
Because losing talented women to “brain fog” and burnout isn’t just personal. It’s a workplace issue.
“Slow Is the New Speed”
This is Chi’s mantra. And honestly? It hits.
Rushing doesn’t make you faster. It makes you scattered.
But when you slow down, breathe, and focus you get clarity. And clarity gets things done in half the time.
Less chaos. More intention. Better results.
That’s not laziness. That’s smart energy management.
From Yoga Mats to Comedy Stages
Plot twist: Chi is also a part-time stand-up comedian with Penang Comedy. Yes, really.
She blends laughter yoga and improv games into workshops because laughter lowers stress hormones and boosts mood instantly. Science backs it. Your body doesn’t know the difference between “fake” and real laughter it still gets the benefits.
Wellness doesn’t have to be serious. Sometimes healing sounds like a room full of people laughing until their abs hurt.
What’s Next? Think Sound Baths at Sea
Chi’s vision goes beyond the studio.
She’s exploring biohacking, immersive retreats, and even yacht sound baths where ocean waves meet singing bowls to quiet overthinking minds.
No rigid studio. No fixed walls.
Her business is mobile, flexible, and built around meeting people where they are homes, offices, event spaces.
Because wellness shouldn’t be another stressful appointment. It should fit your life.
Living Her Ikigai
For Chi, this isn’t a trend. It’s purpose.
She’s not chasing hustle culture. She’s helping people survive it.
And in a world obsessed with speed, she’s proving something radical:
Slowing down might be the most powerful move you make all year
Maybe it’s time to stop grinding… and start breathing.
For those ready to experience her approach firsthand, Chi offers both online and in-person sessions in PJ and KL, alongside HRDC corporate wellness programs for companies seeking a healthier, more focused workforce.
You can learn more at chiyoga.co
Follow her journey on Instagram: @yogabiohackchiyoga
