If You Really Knew Me
We've been friends here for a while now, and I thought it was time for a little peek behind the curtain! Beyond the travel adventures and delicious dishes, there's a whole lot more to me.
Here are 10 things you might find surprising:
My Career Path is a Wild Ride: I'm on a perpetual quest to make my career FUN. From Process Engineer to Management Consultant, then Trained Chef, Content Creator, On-Camera Talent, and finally, Culinary Travel expert – you could say I'm a "jack of all trades, master of fun!" 😉 It's been a winding road, but I wouldn't have it any other way.
Curiosity is My Fuel: I have an insatiable curiosity and joyfulness when it comes to new experiences, people, and ideas. Travel, food, music, fashion, pop culture – bring it all on! I'm always eager to learn and explore.
"Say Yes to the Adventure" is My Motto: I truly live by this mantra. Whether it's my first TV segment, learning to surf at 45, launching a food brand's TikTok, or a solo cliff-jumping trip to Ibiza, I embrace the adventure! ✈️ Life's too short to say no to exciting opportunities.
Grounding is Essential: With all this constant exploration, keeping myself grounded is crucial. Meditation, journaling, spending time in nature, and cherishing serene spaces and relationships are all essential for my well-being. It's all about balance.
Living Life to the Fullest: I deeply believe in living life to the fullest, knowing it's precious and fleeting. This has led me to make tough decisions, like ending a marriage, leaving an unfulfilling career, and letting go of negative friendships. Forgiveness, empathy, and staying drama-free are my guiding principles.
6. Positivity from Challenges: My positivity and warmth come from a place of overcoming challenges. A less-than-sunny childhood with experiences of bullying and pain shaped me into someone who strives to create love, joy, and inclusivity. I believe in turning adversity into strength.
7. Entrepreneur Life: The Rollercoaster: Being an entrepreneur for the past 14 years has been both empowering and liberating – but let's be honest, it can also be triggering. Hellooo anxiety, imposter syndrome, and self-doubt! It's a constant journey of growth and resilience.
8. Obsessed with Growth: I’m obsessed with psychology and personal development and gravitate towards growth-oriented friends in masterminds, coaching programs, and book clubs. I'm a firm believer in continuous learning and self-improvement.
9. The Surprise of Motherhood: I had not one maternal bone in my body (and wasn’t even sure if I wanted to be a mom), yet my daughters and our close bond are truly the greatest surprise gifts in my life 💗 They've changed my world in the best possible way.
10. Secret Nerd Alert: Deep down, I'm a total nerd-girl 🤓 From engineering days surrounded by guys to indulging in sci-fi, book, and film clubs, history, embracing raunchy humor, and deep-diving into podcasts – the nerd life is strong!
So… which one surprised you the most? Let me know in the comments! 👇
