New discovery at 55: Gliding!

New discovery at 55: Gliding!

Sometimes things are just meant to happen! Olivier had a voucher for an introduction to gliding and knowing it was 1,5 hours’ drive away in the beautiful area of the Veluwe (in NL) I went along for the ride and enjoyed discussing adrenaline with him from the comfort...
The importance of celebrating the small victories!

The importance of celebrating the small victories!

Yes! I am 52, my partner is an avid kite-surfer and though I found it looked so tempting to be riding the waves harnessed to the wind, I was not managing to gather the courage to give it a try. They had a good laugh when I turned up at the kite-boarding school 10...
Cold shower anyone?

Cold shower anyone?

Personally, it started last year as a sort of dare. A friend mentioned how great he felt after his morning cold showers and I wanted to give it a try. The first few seconds were numb shock, and once I caught my breath the flight instincts kicked in full throttle....
Dare to Detox

Dare to Detox

Dare to Detox! I did, and it was the best decision I have made in a while. Why did I do it? I was progressively putting on weight and feeling sluggish, bloated and was so sick of myself after the Xmas holidays I knew I needed action! Good things come to those who ask,...
Business: What’s Buddhism got to do with it?

Business: What’s Buddhism got to do with it?

I was looking for an inspirational speaker for the monthly networking event of the Women’s Business Initiative International and came across Accountant and Financial analyst Marian Koek. Marian has worked for years as Senior Accountant and Financial analyst and...