EP.1.Thilo Stompler. How To Bounce back When Your 'stuff' hits the fan

Thilo is one of the sweetest soul and spirit you'll meet. He's kind and non-judgmental. He's had his moments of blowing things up (not the 'call the CIA' kind of blasts - just the 'no oxygen in the room' kind of blast). He's made some errors and he's paid for them in full. How can you possibly not be inspired by his story of handling your worst fears, rebounding, and reinventing your life. I like his quiet strength, great attitude, and ability to laugh often.

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I honestly wasn't expecting to have my heart broken. I wasn't expecting to fall in love with 'Camilla'. I want to have her courage, resilience, and tenacity.    I can't begin to imagine handling this level of .... well, I can't spoil if for you. Don't you think there are some souls you just cannot keep down, no matter what you throw at them? This Camilla ought to have a crown. Get into it - I had to disguise her voice. 

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Helen is a fountain of passion ... if there's such a thing her name would be on it. She had me on the edge of my seat all day. And weeks after. I couldn't resist getting into her purpose, which is to bring financial literacy to everyone who crosses her path. It's noble and it's real. You'll get some brilliant insights into the Chinese culture from her personal perspective/opinion. Prepare to be dazzled. Seriously. 

NB. This podcast is for information only and does not constitute professional advice.

It's never a good idea to underestimate the human spirit. Karen was happily minding her own business, but somebody interfered in her life plan, and her safety, causing unplanned changes. She's got fire in her bones and a heart for early childhood education. It's giving ...indominable spirit, waking up to truth, dealing with unfavorable realities.

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Chat over chicken soup and shawarma wraps with Cris Dias, Creative Director of Raruti Design. We discuss the emotional and practical challenges of moving (for the one you love), transferring 20+ years of success, a good reputation, and a vibrant culture. It's not an easy road.

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We chat about the 'good stuff': the American dream, establishing a worthwhile life, mental health, more about uprooting your success, and of course ... the issue of connecting as an adult.  More chicken soup please!

Ynhi started life with all the trimmings you could wish for. But a change beyond her control altered all she, and her family knew, and set her on a path of transformation, resilience, self-discovery, and accomplishment. I love her. You will too. I didn't want this chat to end.  

Discuss- taste and sounds of home, communism, family, coming to America, and settling in with no English.  

You will be Inspired.

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Part 2 is a deep dive into the mentality of arriving in the US as a young immigrant. We tackle other people's opinions, finding your champion and avoiding an entitlement mentality.   'Confidence comes when you know what you're doing". 

You will be Inspired.

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It's been 30 + years since Suzanne, her sibling and parents moved from Europe to the US. What's kept her here for so long? 
Suzanne share's her personal story of overcoming breast cancer and why the U.S. healthcare system played a pivotal role in her recovery. We talk wine country, and her favorite things to do.✨🇬🇧 🇮🇹 🇺🇸 

 Daria 'Dasha' Bashkina Cochran, is a new friend and I'm happy to say that.  She's a Russian who uprooted her life, pursued a love across the Atlantic and lands in a small town in Texas. In out chat we touch on: where to live as an immigrant, and what she wished she knew before immigrating. We talk of 'fitting in' in Texas, therapy for international transplants, and growing up in the USSR. Hear what she's learned about the American culture.  

In the second half, we continue our authentic, vulnerable conversation. This time Dasha shares her perspectives and tips from Dasha's experience is invaluable for anyone dealing with 'belonging', and a sense of home. We dip into freedom and self expression in America. We couldn't (and wouldn't) avoid hard truths about her life in Texas, and what it means to be a Russian right now.  

This is and tells us about the reality of growing up