Summary

In this week's episode, guest Martijn Piek shares his inspiring story of following his passion & dream, that lead him across the ocean, working with the largest mammal on earth. He discusses the challenges and fears he faced along the way, and the transformative power of yoga therapy. He explains how it helped him listen to his body and make intentional choices. He highlights the importance of dealing with internal struggles before making external changes. Martijn's passion for marine life, eventually lead him to researching whales in Sri Lank; a great adventure he is still on. Martijn shares both the difficulties and the joys he experienced in Sri Lanka, from corruption and visa issues, to a life changing moment of swimming with a wild orca. He emphasizes the importance of trusting the process, staying positive, and not letting negativity take over.

Takeaways

• Embracing your passion and following your dreams can lead to a fulfilling and inspiring life.
• Listening to your body and making intentional choices can bring about transformation and personal growth.
• Dealing with internal struggles and finding inner peace is essential before making external changes.
• Chasing your dreams may come with challenges and setbacks, but the rewards and moments of joy make it all worth it. Trust the process and stay positive in the face of challenges.

Resources:

Book : Transformational Presence, by Alan Seale

Yoga Therapy

The Polyvagal Theory - Dr. Stephen Porges

Thank you for listening. I hope you found this episode inspiring.

If you're cirious to discover which piece in my collection is Martijn's favourite, check out The Revolution choker here.

Till next time,

Julia xxx