About My Journey...

One powerful decision shifted my entire life, empowering me to energetically attract anything I set my mind to.

specialist in Chinese Medicine Nutrition and Herbalism

NICE TO MEET YOU

Hey superstar, I’m Sharon.

I’m an author, a specialist in Chinese Medicine Nutrition and Herbalism, and a Transformation Mentor. I’ve gathered my knowledge and experience from around the world, including deep in the Amazon jungle.

Nature is my ultimate playground, where I draw all the inspiration to share my passion for health and personal development with the world. It gives me the lifestyle I’ve always dreamed of: purpose, inner peace, time for my family, freedom, and financial opportunities.

This is what my life looks like now: I work when I want, where I want, and with whom I want. I generate multiple streams of income through my products and online business, while still being able to give my family all the attention they deserve. I have the freedom to focus on my health and vitality without compromising my financial resilience.

But let’s be honest, it hasn’t always been this way...

I’ve always strived to make an impact and achieve success, but deep down, what I truly desire is freedom and the ability to make decisions on my own terms. I’ve realized that I function so much better and can achieve more without being overwhelmed by stress or the expectations of others.

The birth of my daughter made me realize that I had to transform my life completely to live out the vision I had always imagined.

Fueled by a desire to learn, I gained knowledge from specialists worldwide on topics like the human body, brain function, mindset, energy, plant and food intelligence, and holistic health. I invested a tremendous amount of time and money to connect the dots and build my business.

Without complicated diets, I lost nearly 55 kilos, and after recovering from burnout and healing my heart condition and low thyroid function (hypothyroidism) , I now feel stronger, clearer, and more energized than ever. My ADHD turned out to be just a gut-brain connection issue—nothing more than that. This gave me the opportunity to get to know my true self and realize that the image I had of myself for years was just an illusion, shaped by external influences and limiting beliefs.

Throughout my journey, one thought kept coming back: Why does everything have to be so complicated when it comes to becoming your own healer? After all, we are our own medicine. Isn’t there a simpler way?

That’s why I founded InFlow Academy. I want to provide the simplest way to work on your health and personal development so that you can create the same amazing lifestyle that I have. Let me share my story and show you how I can help you build your own lifestyle of freedom and purpose...

Staying true to yourself:

Overcoming obstacles, even when others didn’t believe in me.

My entrepreneurial journey began after my burnout in 2018, when I decided to audition for culinary Dutch TV show on RTL 4. Although I was an amateur in wine and food pairings, and my ideas were often doubted, I refused to let that make me doubt my own potential. As scary as it was, my inner voice kept pushing me to move forward.

My dyslexia sometimes created extra obstacles, but I knew that my curiosity, eagerness to learn, and winning mindset were my strengths. With that mindset, I broke through the limiting beliefs that others had imposed on me for years.

Among hospitality professionals, I made it to the semi-finals, and in 2021, I released my first educational material for healthcare professionals.

In 2024, I proudly released my first Dutch book, with the English version, InFlow, set to launch in 2025—a milestone I’m truly excited about. The book explores themes like nutrition, gut health, mindset, awareness, Traditional Chinese Medicine, and manifestation.

It also unveils the raw and deeply personal story of my childhood in the criminal underworld of Amsterdam, the Netherlands, where my life was shaped by addiction, violence, abuse, and crime.

It’s a comprehensive transformation guide designed to help you break through blockages and overcome insecurity, leading to lasting change and a fulfilled life.

Chasing my dream starts with reclaiming my voice..

From a young age, dancing, music, singing, and food have always made me truly happy. I dream of having my own show one day, something as big as Beyoncé’s, combined with my vision as an international speaker…

Okay, yes, I know, maybe I’m aiming pretty high—but why not go for it? And in that moment, I see myself standing there, handing out gifts and producing my own documentary and my own fashion collection. Maybe I’ve been watching too much Oprah Winfrey, but this is what truly sets my soul on fire.

However, life often gives me a different reality, and sometimes it feels like my dream is just a fairytale. Until I found my voice again and realized deep inside that it’s not a fairytale—it’s something I can actually create through my own mindset. By working with top experts from around the world, I’m currently preparing myself to speak on stage and share my views on plant intelligence, mindset, and awareness. Who knows, maybe one day I’ll see you in the audience. How cool would that be?

To a Fiery Source of Energy

My knowledge and experience have enabled me to support people from various industries, including legal, IT, transportation, beauty, finance, coaching, and music. From managers and project leaders to therapists and artists, I’ve guided professionals across these fields through profound transformations that changed their lives.

These opportunities have enabled me to create my own platform and grow as an entrepreneur, with the goal of sharing my message far and wide: health is the foundation of everything. It is the solid ground from which we can build harmony, connect deeply with ourselves, and nurture strong relationships with others.

Let’s work together to achieve your health goals, break through blockages, or make your deepest desires a reality. Together, we’ll create a life on your own terms, where you can live with health, purpose, and freedom.

Love,

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I feel more energized!

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"A must-read book and an invaluable resource for anyone ready to take their overall health seriously. Highly recommended!"

Reading Sharon van Engelen’s inspiring book motivated me to invite her for an interview to delve deeper into her insights. Tea, drops, and herbs… not typically my thing—until our conversation! I’ve been using her herbal tincture we discussed on my podcast for a few weeks, and the results are undeniable. I feel more energized and have a brighter outlook on life."

Want to hear more? Tune in to the Dutch spoken episode of Hannelore Zwitserlood to explore how plants can positively impact your health, boost self-confidence, and support weight management.

Hannelore Zwitserlood: host, voice actor, and creator of the popular Dutch podcast ‘Hannelore Over Je Oren.

Truly inspiring!