When I arrived in Shanghai, my view on work completely shifted. I met people who had one main job and at the same time were: co-owning restaurants or companies, consulting, volunteering, parenting… 💡They weren’t organizing their lives around work. They were organizing work as one piece of their life. That’s when it became clear: - What you enjoy doesn’t have to become your job. - Your job doesn’t have to become your life. Alignment is not about finding THE right job, right r

We often hear about values in personal development. But their real power shows up precisely when there is no perfect option. ❌ For decisions like this one: - A rational checklist isn’t enough - The “ideal situation” doesn’t exist - A choice still has to be made Working on your values doesn’t give you the answer. It gives you a compass. 💡 It helps you make an informed decision, with clarity on why this choice makes sense now, and serenity about the compromises it involves. Th

It sounds counterintuitive. And yet. We live in a society where being busy is rewarded. So much that we’ve started to confuse productivity with usefulness. I felt that pressure clearly last year, when I started my maternity leave. Even at one of the most intense moments of my life, physically and mentally, not working triggered guilt. And that pause gave me perspective.  When we feel overwhelmed, behind, or constantly comparing ourselves to others, we don’t need to run faster

Many of us grew up being praised for being “good,” “easy,” “well-behaved.” We followed the rules. We didn’t make trouble. And we carried that with us: into school, into work, into adulthood. But here’s the challenge: In today’s world, doing what you're told isn’t enough. In fact, it can hold you back. ❌ As a coach, I often meet high-achievers who feel stuck, not because they lack talent, but because they’ve spent years trying to do things right, instead of doing what feels tr

Sometimes, when you're feeling drained, taking a nap or binge-watching shows might do more harm than good.  On the other hand, trying something new, like visiting a new place or starting a new activity, can leave you feeling more refreshed than staying home.  💡 Knowing yourself and what you want, also means understanding what recharges your energy and brings you peace.  Here are a few ways to restore your energy beyond just sleep and rest: ✅ Setting clear goals that matter t

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