“That's what alchemists do,” writes Paulo Coelho, “They show that, when we strive to become better than we are, everything around us becomes better, too.” 

Matt and Tanja have devoted their lives to the alchemical practice of enrichment in every sense of the word. 

Together they’re the power couple behind The Alchemic Way. 

Tanja explains, “We are a personal development and wellness business devoted to empowering real estate and property professionals worldwide to fulfil their potential in the least amount of time whilst transforming the client experience from transactional to relational.” 

Echoing Coehlo’s sentiment, Tanja highlights the biggest lessons she has taken away from her work; “To never underestimate your ability to make a difference. When you are fuelled by a desire to serve and make a difference and you pour your heart and soul into what you do, the strategies and plans begin to organically appear and you attract people who believe in what you believe.” 

Matt and Tanja recently migrated from the Mornington Peninsula to Porcupine Ridge, it was a dream they had been harbouring for years. 

“We shared our intuitive pull to Hepburn and began to explore the possibility together.” 

They have recently launched The Heart of Hepburn project and the Alchemic Embodiment six-day transformational retreat. 

“We fully appreciate the natural healing properties of the land and the history it holds. With this in mind, we have designed a six-day ALCHEMIC EMBODIMENT experience that we will be hosting in the heart of Hepburn at least twice a year.” 

“It is our intention to take our national and international clients through a personal and professional transformational program whilst showcasing the best businesses, artisans, and alchemistic experiences this area has to offer.” 

They will be hosting guests at Hotel Bellinzona where they will complete daily transformational workshops and wellbeing practices. Each day is themed and will be amplified with bespoke experiences throughout Daylesford and surrounds. These include a customised day at Elevated Springs with Mark Kluwer and his wife Julie with breathwork in the tipi, a sweat lodge, ice-baths, creative art exploration and hot tub soaking. 

And there’s more, Tanja adds, “A private introduction to Botanical Alchemy with Jessie Leith and the team at Enki Apothecary, learning about artisan tonics, skincare and aromatics using local flora. A private behind-closed-doors mystical experience at the crystal-filled Empress and Wolf. Some foraging time through The Amazing Mill Markets and all the delightful local bespoke boutiques and retailers on Vincent Street.” 

The week will also be peppered with dining experiences at the iconic cafes, restaurants and wineries the region is famous for such as Sault, Cliffy’s and Passing Clouds. 

“There is a certain magic in the soil and air here. It is palpable,” adds Tanja. “It is why tens of thousands of people visit every year. It has an old-world charm yet is potent with entrepreneurial innovation and artistic expression. It is an unapologetic welcome home for all things queer and quirky and ensures anyone with an open heart and curious soul, with an appetite for finer things in life will feel right at home.”

STORY BY MAHMOOD FAZAL PHOTOS BY CHRI S TURNER 

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