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Paddle to Purpose

For a new journey to begin, the old one has the end.
This is my story and my truth. My paddle to purpose.

A Film by DANIELA KOHLER & tontheater productions

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The Story

Vision

This story begins with the hardest decision I have ever made in my life. At 32, stuck in a vicious cycle of dependancy, self sabotage and depression, the choice was… do or die.

I decided, to turn my back on the life that I worked so hard towards. What I thought I wanted was now slowly killing my spirit. Without even knowing it, I began a quest to find something.

Something my soul was crying for.

Facing the fear of the unknown, feeling the pain and turmoil of walking away and at the same time, tasting the freedom, I felt compelled to document this process.

I also felt compelled to surf and travel.

And so I did.

My journey across oceans takes me from confronting my past in Malaysia, discovering my roots in the Philippines and in the Austrian alps, to pushing my personal limits in Zurich and Portugal.

With the ocean as my greatest teacher, I learnt so much from the challenge to become a stronger surfer, a stronger person.

What begins as a paddle out of something, becomes a paddle into something bigger than I could have ever imagined.

As I paddle to myself. I paddle to who I will become.

Making this  film was such as organic process. What began as mere phone recordings, had evolved in 3 years into a full feature documentary.  It was creative growth that totally paralleled a real life process and this also meant nothing was planned especially the final budget!

This is an independent  production and in order to complete this vision,
I graciously invite you to be a part of this journey.

With the link and info below,  you can contribute towards my purposeful path and support my vision.

Please feel free to  share my story and the word about Paddle to Purpose.

Thank you for your kindness and appreciation for my creativity and my story.

Enjoy the ride.

Online Banking  

Daniela Kohler IBAN AT65 3700 0000 0380 5801

The Film

The ocean does not give you what you want. She gives you what you need.

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TEASER

Buddha once said
‘Your Purpose in life is to find your purpose and give your whole heart and soul to it.’ Thats thing though with Purpose, you have to find it.
This is a story about my journey across oceans.
Taking the plunge into Freedom.
Confronting myself.
This is a story as I paddle to Purpose.

(Austria, Portugal, Philippines, Malaysia, Switzerland)
DOCUMENTARY 00:55mins, English – German Subtitles

PADDLE TRAINING & LIFE LESSONS

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PADDLE TO PURPOSE

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I thought about „Earth Day“ and this is what c I thought about „Earth Day“ and this is what came out of it...🌿Inspired by the island I love. •Swipe across for video. .Film & Music by @_dee_life
.Footage @philipp_herburger .Piano @cinemear . .
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@_dee_life 4 years in the making, 7 Screenings, co @_dee_life 4 years in the making, 7 Screenings, countless life changing moments and priceless friendships. I am so privileged to have had the capacity and support to finish this film and now release it into the world. This is a journey that has shaped me and I treasure every experience from it. Enjoy the film and blessed be the ride. 🌱Link to film and contributions in bio. (donations welcome through Paypal & IBAN) 🌿Swipe for teaser and so happy to be to shared. 🌳 Thoughts and experiences with the film are totally welcome 📸 @kityaferrer
Paddle to Purpose | a journey of my life✨ . . . Paddle to Purpose | a journey of my life✨
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Another screening is coming up! Did you see it alr Another screening is coming up! Did you see it already? On the 7 of February you have the chance to watch our documentary in Vorarlberg again 🥰☝🏻 Are you coming? 🤔

We are hosting with @die.gute.stube a Great screening including music and Q&A🙌🏻🎊 Get your tickets now. Link in Bio. 
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Are you ready for summer 2020? We look back to sum Are you ready for summer 2020? We look back to summer 2019 and can’t wait to sit and relax in the sun. #summer2019 ☀️
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Take your time - reflect and then act! Paddle to P Take your time - reflect and then act! Paddle to Purpose was and still is a great journey. Its a result of reflection and  action in my own life. Life goes and and so we go on.... how exciting! Stay tuned...its gonna be amazing. ♥️
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Events

It’s time to shine! So grab your dates and your mates and join the purposeful movement.
See you there – Paddle to Purpose 2020

SUP in Bregenz

Paddle & Purpose Retreat with Daniela Kohler

VORARLBERG, AUSTRIA
August 2020

Surfmax Hard

Paddle to You . Paddle to Your Truth . Paddle to Purpose Mountain Retreat 

A journey of self discovery pushing past your limits, connecting to nature and creativity. With paddle boarding and adventure in nature, together we harvest your story and create the canvas for your to tell it.

Your Passion is your Purpose

SURF . YOGA . BREATH & SOUND WORKSHOP . STORYTELLING WORKSHOP. CREATIVE CIRCLE . PADDLE  CLEAN-UP . FILM SCREENING & Q&A

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WAVEUP Surf Market – Paddle to Purpose presentation

ZURICH, SWITZERLAND
14.00 21.03.2020
This event has been postponed

Lessingstrasse 15, 8002 Zürich

AUTHENTIC CONTENT, MAMA OCEAN & ENJOYING THE RIDE

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SUP in Portugal

Paddle & Purpose Retreat with Daniela Kohler

ERICEIRA PORTUGAL
March 2021

Ericeira, Portugal

Paddle to You . Paddle to Your Truth . Paddle to Purpose Ocean Retreat

Beginners SUP Wave technique and ocean awareness.

Training outside the comfort zone, in the Atlantic waves, a journey of  pushing past your limits and paddling closer to your  truth. Let the power  of the ocean guide you to discover the power within you.

Your Purpose is your Power 

SURF . YOGA . BREATH & SOUND WORKSHOP . STORYTELLING WORKSHOP. CREATIVE CIRCLE . BEACH CLEAN-UP . FILM SCREENING & Q&A

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Paddle to you
Paddle to your truth
Paddle to your Purpose.

friends and partner

Thank you from the mountains to the sea
For your support, understanding and your belief in me.
I am so grateful and even more excited to share this ride with you.
So please take a curtsey, take a bow for the applause is yours too.

PADDLE 4 EXPERIENCES

 

Surfing is like life, its not the wave behind or in front that counts.. it’s the one you’re riding on that makes you feel alive.

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