Check out the latest from my diary:
In this interview I discussed my life in Berlin, the city's international evolution, and my message for European politicians. I noted that while Berlin now feels super international, when I first arrived it felt much more German. My key message to European politicians is to prioritize bringing people together locally and offer resources for mental health and conflict resolution, as I feel the voice of immigrants is currently underrepresented and not truly heard.
I wrote about finding true 'home' not as a physical place, but as a state of inner alignment, and how this is the foundation for building a truly sustainable and profitable business. My article argued that many entrepreneurs, including myself, initially chase external validation and success (the "Survival Self’s Business Plan") which leads to a business that "felt hollow in your chest." The real work begins with honesty, closing the gap between the public persona and private chaos, which serves as the "doorway to home." This internal alignment then enables a shift from people-pleasing to true service, which means preserving personal integrity even when setting boundaries. When integrity (who you are when no one’s looking) and true service align, profit is generated not just financially, but also relationally and spiritually, making it a byproduct of purpose.
I was interviewed in English about the benefits of creating nad being in a peer support group in Berlin.
The interview details my nearly two-decade-long journey as an American immigrant in Germany, transitioning from a troubled youth to a successful entrepreneur's daughter, and finally, to a Berlin-based change-maker helping others thrive.
I volunteered to be in this video that showcases what's possible for young people (18-35) in Berlin using the self-help and peer support group resources offered by SEKIS.
This video follows me and other Berliner citizens around our neighborhood to show the network of self-help contact points across the city and how to find and use them!