Sophia Elan

Debra Buhring (pen name Sophia Elan) is a guiding light for those seeking to transform challenges into triumphs and embrace a heart-centered, purposeful life. As The Wellness Whisperer, Debra combines her experiences and expertise as an independent certified HeartMath® Building Personal Resilience Mentor, wellness advocate, author, and world traveler to inspire audiences across the globe.

A c-PTSD conqueror, Debra has turned her personal healing journey into a mission to help others achieve emotional balance, reduce stress and its ravages, and rediscover joy. Through her HeartMath® coaching, she equips individuals with scientifically validated tools to cultivate resilience, manage emotions, and lead with clarity and purpose.

A former University of Chicago alumni and corporate lawyer, Debra is on a mission to help others become healthier, happier, and more harmonious. An International Living contributor and prolific author of over a dozen books across genres, Debra empowers readers to live vibrantly and authentically. Her philosophy is deeply influenced by living and traveling throughout the Mediterranean, where she uncovered the secrets of balanced living. Through her novels and freelance travel writing, she evocatively captures the essence of destinations that nourish the soul.

Topics Debra passionately explores include:

• Turning pain into purpose by overcoming adversities (e.g., childhood abuse and domestic violence) to thrive.
• The intersection of travel and personal transformation, including the Mediterranean’s wellness-inspired lifestyle.
• Accessible strategies for holistic well-being, including mental health, stress management, and living “the rest of your life as the best of your life.”

Debra’s catalog of books includes an uplifting memoir about overcoming a lifetime of traumas; holistic wellness guides under her “KISS,” keep it simple, sweetheart brand; and a Mediterranean-based Happily Ever Now collection based on her life. With an engaging blend of storytelling, actionable insights, and a wealth of lived experience, Debra captivates audiences, empowering them to step into their best selves. Whether she’s sharing HeartMath® tools, recounting tales of her adventures abroad, or offering practical advice for self-improvement, Debra leaves listeners feeling uplifted, inspired, and ready to take charge of their well-being. She is living proof that profound healing and happiness are within reach.

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