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Born in Finland and uprooted to Australia during childhood, with subsequent chapters of her life unfolding in Japan and the United States, Reija (Ray-a) Hannele Bolwell is the author of Across 4 Continents, a memoir chronicling her journey to heal ancestral trauma and find a true sense of home. In her later years—based in the USA—Reija’s path led her toward an intense inner exploration of generational wounds, shaped by war and displacement that led to her migration across the globe. Through a blend of personal reflections and holistic practices, she discovered how unprocessed pain can echo through family lines and manifest in one’s own life.

A former corporate professional with a strong analytical background, Reija ultimately found herself compelled to write as a means of self-discovery and empowerment. Her approach to healing integrates both contemplative and creative modalities, from meditation to the creation of a ritual symbolic of untangling deeply rooted family grief. As a mother, she aspires to break painful cycles, offering her children a legacy of acceptance, resilience, and connection to their heritage.

Reija continues to combine her personal experience, cross-cultural insights, and heartfelt candor to inspire readers on their own journeys toward inner reconciliation and a richer, more rooted life.