The Story of Monlet
Our journey and the beginning of our company
The name Monlet holds great significance for us. It is a synthesis of the names of our family – Matevž, Tadeja, Lian, Nai Oskar, and Elin. Each letter embodies our journey and represents the common purpose that unites us. As a family, we initially sought a name that would encompass our bond and the story that shaped our path.
our beginning
Our story began in 2013 when we, as new parents Tadeja and Matevž, welcomed our first son Lian at barely 20 years old. What should have been a joyful time soon turned into a difficult trial. Lian was born with severe calcaneovalgus foot, an inguinal hernia, and a multitude of other issues. The first year of parenthood was filled with fear and uncertainty as we faced a host of diagnoses and questions about Lian's future.
During that first year, we spent most of our time in hospitals, where no visit went by without a new diagnosis or potential diagnosis. Maybe he has spina bifida; maybe he has leukemia or bone cancer – fortunately, he had 'only' severe neutropenia with leukopenia; he will never walk; severe developmental delays; he will never speak; he has a bicuspid aortic valve; Koolen de Vries syndrome, … It felt like it would never end. There came a moment when we didn't know if he would survive or if we would survive. Suddenly, it became too much, and we found ourselves on the edge, questioning how to move forward.
During this turbulent time, we realized that we could no longer wait for help from the outside; we had to start seeking solutions ourselves. This key moment led us on a long and deep journey of exploration and education in both traditional and alternative medicine. As we sought answers and gathered knowledge, we discovered new hope.
The first step was when Tadeja went for a 4-year training in the Feldenkrais method in Vienna, and with this method, we helped Lian achieve normal walking. Along the way, he also overcame neutropenia and began to become aware of the world around him. It wasn't just Lian who grew and developed; his journey inspired us, and because of him, we also grew and completely transformed our lives and our perspective on the world. Even though the journey was difficult, Lian gave us more than we could have imagined or wished for as parents. Lian was the reason we found our path. His, or rather our path, encouraged us to live differently and turn all the experiences we went through into a source of strength and inspiration, not only for ourselves but also for others facing similar challenges.
The path to there felt destined...
As Lian progressed, Tadeja found herself in a position where others sought her guidance and advice for their pain and health issues. This growing need from others inspired her to embark on a professional path of holistic exploration and supporting the human body. Today, Tadeja is a certified Feldenkrais practitioner, a trauma consultant, and an advisor on Human Functional and Systemic Integration. She likes to say that she learns and gains new knowledge every day. Through her work, she supports numerous families and individuals who face challenges in the area of physical and personal issues, using a holistic approach and listening to each individual specifically.
On Lian's journey of growth, we also met Hadi Habchi, a physiotherapist, osteopath, and consultant. Thanks to him and our collaboration with him, we expanded our work to include educational programs, allowing us to better serve our community. Hadi's thirty years of professional knowledge and experience have been pivotal in refining our approach to holistic support for individuals, helping us guide others toward achieving balance in their physical, emotional, and mental bodies.
How did Monlet come about?
Tadeja conducts her work as a sole proprietor, while Hadi runs his business in his center in Udine. Since both are individuals who take great pride in their journey and knowledge, and their primary focus is on helping others rather than being 'entrepreneurially' oriented, they were fortunate to have Matevž by their side, who stands firmly on the ground and found a way to unite us into a whole. And so, Monlet d.o.o. was created, a company that cares for the integrity of individuals, an organization that educates, and a company that aims to deliver to the community what we have personally discovered to be truly effective for us and for society.
Bringing quality dietary supplements to Slovenia
In tandem with our educational initiatives and experiences during sessions, we began exploring beneficial dietary supplements from international sources, especially from Italy. Recognizing the value of these products, we decided to bring them to Slovenia, thus enabling others to access truly high-quality products. These products were selected based on clinical studies and years of testing and feedback from our clients.
Our purpose and vision for the future
At Monlet, our main purpose is to empower individuals to achieve self-awareness and personal responsibility for their health and lives. We envision a future where people feel ready to take responsibility for their well-being – physically, emotionally, and mentally.
With plans to establish a wellness center, we aim to create a space for individuals where they can explore holistic health practices, receive support, and encourage personal growth. Our commitment to transforming the lives of others continues to guide our journey.
