February’s Voices: Courage, Change, and the Art of Ageing Gracefully

February was way more than a love month of couples and more about the love for our selves. Which is why I really found these 3 podcast conversations insightful to unpack the causes and how to pivot from burnout from diverse perspectives :

Courageous Reflections on Burnout

Sonja van Haasteren opened our eyes to the complexities of multi-ethnic relationships and their linkage to burnout. Her courage in constant self-reflection to foster family harmony made us ponder the emotional energy required to empathize and grow amidst diverse beliefs and values. Te conversation reflected the vital power of understanding and patience in navigating life’s various roles.

Rediscovering Your Voice

Maruja Bogaard shared her entrepreneurial journey of reclaiming her voice and passion for marketing. Her experience highlights a common challenge professional women face in their 40s - juggling parenting, career, and desires, and falling into a disconnection with the self. Her story reflects as a powerful calling for women undergoing the same transition, that it’s never too late to pivot when at the cross roads of our lives to live our own narrative beyond the societal obligations.

Rethinking Ageing

Tom Verghese confronted the often undiscussed and uncomfortable realities of ageing. His insights aim to help mid-life and older populations approach later life stages and pivot with more meaning. By finding meaning in ageing itself so that we don’t “age faster” or as a limitation but as a realm of potential for joy and purpose.

Many have asked me about what is Kirtana168?

Simply said A communications Boutique.

It has been a real journey to find the words for the complexities around emotional intelligence for multi -ethnic communities.

Having the courage to draw 20 years of experience and distill it down what is now my approach:

Who do we work with?

It's easy to say all walks of life, but it really depends what are your needs in the moment?

Are you needing to understand your resilience, empower your reputation or build trusting relationships, and most of all, what is your current investment?

There is a VIP community on substack: https://kirtana168.substack.com . Here you will get access to online short courses, virtual gatherings , as well as to 1:1 executive coaching, consult, create bespoke programs and interactive workshop for teams.

Everything is bespoke.

Customising is at the heart of Diverse minds and authenticity.

What I NEVER expected was...in terms of clients

Something I never expected, I finding myself coaching the male-gender on empowering their emotional awareness to shift their perspective and find their calmness to communicate. At first, I did feel like an imposter but then I realised it was actually really valuable, because human feelings is under the surface of gender.

" “be gently to yourself…breath” - to others and sometimes whispering those magical words to myself. Forever grateful to have crossed paths with you exactly when I needed it the most Kirti ?" From a dynamic entrepreneur Antonio de Jesus who this shared with me, more than 15 years later.

About our Podcast: Kirtana168

We want to share thought-provoking perspectives?from Experts and Guests, from different backgrounds, on the importance of nurturing mental health and embracing Life's complexities through open, empathetic conversations.

If you have a guest or topic in mind, you feel will add to these conversations, do send me a DM with their details or email me: [email protected]

I thank you for supporting me on this mission, every voice is appreciated

What’s Next at the Boutique?

Unlock your potential with our ‘Just Be Me’ moodboard. It’s about embracing authenticity to achieve your goals in ways that resonate with your true self. For a sneak peek, join our community on Substack, https://kirtana168.substack.com

Our retreat in Cura?ao is finally launching on 8th March. In April, the Netherlands getaway promises am immersive experiences in self-discovery and meaningful connection

Anticipate our exclusive gathering at the end of April, in London. designed to foster complex conversations and diverse thinking.

Speaking at "Mindset & Resilience" Seminar

If you are in Cura?ao do join me, together with Niek van den Adel and Peter Kapitein for this incredible Charity seminar.

I will be delivering a workshop on taking care of your mindset.

Hosted by Dolphin Suites & Wellness Curacao , where all the proceeds will go to De SGR-Groep .

Let’s make March memorable.

As we venture into March, celebrating international women’s month is not just about acknowledging a day but about initiating conversations, challenging norms, and promoting an inclusive culture that transcends gender biases. To delve deeper into how we can collectively foster an environment of empathy, understanding, and growth, DM me.

As we embrace this month ahead, I look forward to share with you and learn from the incredible voices that inspire and drive us towards embracing change, overcoming challenges, and thriving in our unique journeys.

stay connected,

Warm regards

Kirti.

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