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MY STORY

I have experienced the difference between leading a life that is based on the expectations of others instead of what I believe in. This has partly been the result of being bullied in primary school and feeling consistently unwelcome in the place where we lived. I became an insecure and rebellious child who was...

..scared to fully open up in loving relationships because of the fear being hurt and as a consequence being destructive in my relationships. 

..learning about my boundaries after recklessly crossing them.

..exceedingly harsh on myself which led to full-force workaholic behavior within corporate settings, driven by an insatiable desire for acceptance which I mostly got but the toll on my well-being was palpable leaving me consistently exhausted.

This all made me realize that this wasn’t the life I wanted to lead.

 

A new path opened up for me when I became aware of my self-destructive behavior. Suddenly a lot of weight was lifted off my shoulders. Then, I started to see the beauty of myself and my potential. 

 

From here I became the conscious fulfilled woman I am today and who is fueled by true deep connection with self and others. I learned to be vulnerable and although it’s far from easy it has become the birthplace of my courage. I now make conscious choices how to use my energy knowing what gives me joy and happiness. I also know better how to align my life with my work as a (group)coach, as a mother of my beautiful and at moments very rebellious (!) children of 2, 5 and 7 years old, in my loving relationship with my husband and in any important relationship. And yes, this is a never-ending path of learning and stumbling. Yet, navigating it with the guidance of my authentic powers has proven to be transformative. It makes all the difference, providing me with the resilience and strength necessary to confront life's challenges and discover greater fulfillment and happiness. 

"The best way to predict your future is to create it"

MORE ABOUT ME

My credentials

  • Certified professional Co-Active Coach (CPCC) – Coaches Training Institute

  • ICF Accredited through the International Coaching Federation (515+ hours of group and individual coaching under my belt and counting!). 

  • BA Labour and Organizational Psychology

  • MA Organizational change

  • Several international recognized certifications in the field of personal and leadership development to keep my coaching tools razor sharp like The Leadership Circle, Insights Discovery, Positive Intelligence (PQ), Power of Embodied Transformation, Foundation of Feminine Embodiment, DISC, Reflector 360 & Big Five Personality

 

My personal values and passions

  • I love hiking in the mountains and hills of beautiful Africa where I live and being in nature, breathing in fresh air and the challenge of climbing a peak

  • I love deep and honest conversations: being real and open 

  • I value (self-)love: unconditional love that adores who you are and sees all you can be and create impact from alignment with what is truly important

  • I am committed to diversity, equity and inclusivity: I believe that strength, creativity and power come from different perspectives and cultural backgrounds. Living abroad the past 6 years strengthens this belief even more.

  • I'm not exactly a master chef, but it's quite possible that my fondness for almost any food is tied to my less-than-stellar cooking skills.

 

All this together with my life experience helps me to empower you fiercely and powerfully based on what you need.

Stop hustling and start a joyful and meaningful live!

Ready to stop a life that requires hustling for acceptance and change who you are to fit in? Ready to choose a path that is aligned with what is truly important to you? I believe that is where true impact originates. I work from the firm belief that real change starts with reflection and self-awareness (lead yourself) from where you can lead others and create true impact and positive change.

SCHEDULE CHEMISTRY SESSION

Do you feel it is time for change?

Then request a Chemistry Session below.  In this free session of 60 minutes you get a first taste of coaching with me, we explore our connection together and determine whether working with me is the best fit for you.

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