WHAT DOES DOING YOUR 'DADA' MEAN TO YOU? 

Doing my ‘DADA’ means doing the things that make me feel alive. It’s what gives me energy, gets me out of routine and reminds me of who I am. Life can easily become repetitive and we get stuck in the day-to-day. My DADA—like surfing, skating, creating art, sometimes even writing poetry—helps break that cycle. It brings me back into the moment, clears my head and adds that spark I need to keep feeling inspired.

WHAT HAVE BEEN THE BIGGEST OBSTACLES YOU'VE FACED ON YOUR JOURNEY TO FOLLOW YOUR HEART? HOW DID YOU OVERCOME THEM?

One of the biggest obstacles I’ve faced on my journey to follow my heart has been dealing with people who didn’t truly support it. For a long time I struggled to find people who shared my mindset or understood the way I see the world. That meant I had to do a lot of things on my own—but honestly, that turned out to be one of the best things ever.

Learning to enjoy my own company and truly like who I am was a big turning point. That self-acceptance helped me attract people who see me for who I really am—people who share my energy, values and outlook on life. I’m a positive and genuine person and I’m so grateful to finally be connecting with others who get that and reflect it back.

PERSONAL MANTRA: WHAT QUOTE OR MANTRA FUELS YOUR DRIVE, ESPECIALLY ON CHALLENGING DAYS? 

Find the beauty and happiness in the little things - That’s what keeps me
grounded, especially on hard days. Life doesn’t have to be wild or extraordinary to be meaningful. True joy can be found in simple everyday moments—a ray of sunshine on your face, a kind conversation with a stranger at the checkout or the comfort of your morning coffee.

On challenging days, I try to slow down and notice these little gifts
around me. They remind me that even in the middle of chaos there’s still beauty
to be found.

 
INSPIRATION: WHO OR WHAT HAS BEEN YOUR BIGGEST SOURCE OF INSPIRATION AND HOW
HAS IT SHAPED YOUR JOURNEY?

My biggest inspiration has always been the beach—any beach. It’s where I see endless possibility. Being there brings me a deep sense of calm, but also fills me with energy and creativity. The beach wouldn’t be what it is without the sea beside it and to me the sea represents wildness, freedom and raw purity. It’s the one place where I can truly let go.

It’s like a rock & roll concert happening next to a quiet piano performance—and I love that contrast. That combination reflects who I am
and how I want to live: bold and free but also grounded and thoughtful.

WORK-LIFE HARMONY: IN PURSUING YOUR PASSION, HOW DO YOU FIND BALANCE BETWEEN WORK AND PERSONAL LIFE, MAKING SURE ONE DOESN'T OVERSHADOW THE OTHER?

For me, balance comes from doing work that I genuinely love. I work at a school for children and adolescents with chronic illnesses and helping them find their way through life gives me so much energy and purpose. It doesn’t feel like a job—it feels meaningful.

At the same time, I make sure to prioritize adventure and personal freedom. I love to travel and my boyfriend Sascha and I take our van on the road whenever we can. It’s like bringing our home into a new country and environment. Being on the road gives us a sense of freedom and connection that
keeps us grounded. This rhythm—between giving to others through my work and recharging through travel—has been the key to staying balanced and fulfilled. 

DEALING WITH FAILURE: HOW HAVE YOUR FAILURES OR SETBACKS SHAPED YOUR APPROACH TO LIFE?

I’m not someone who fears failure—honestly, I kind of love it. Every mistake I’ve made has taught me something valuable. I’ve made plenty in the past, and I’m not ashamed of them. The great thing about failing is that it
helps you grow. You learn, you adjust and you carry those lessons with you into
the next chapter of your life.

I also have a lot of compassion for others who fail.

It’s okay to make mistakes and experience failure. I get it—we're all just figuring life out as we go. It’s everyone’s first time living and I believe people deserve space to stumble, learn and try again.

BOLD MOVES: CAN YOU SHARE A TIME WHEN YOU MADE A BOLD MOVE OR TOOK A RISK TO FOLLOW YOUR HEART? WHAT WAS THE OUTCOME?

Over the last few years I’ve been working on taking more risks because I
don’t want fear to hold me back. I’ve challenged myself in many ways like surfing
bigger waves, skating in steeper pools and learning to stand up for myself when
it matters.

Life for me is about making bold moves and embracing those risks. They make me feel alive.  Looking back each risk has helped me grow and become more confident in who I am.

EMPOWERING ADVICE FOR OTHERS? 

My advice is simple: do the things that make your body and mind feel truly alive.

Everyone’s path is different, so find what lights you up. Accept yourself and love who you are—happiness will naturally follow.

Don’t be afraid to take chances: buy that skateboard and start skating, travel to new places, try new things. Fail, get back up and keep going. Making mistakes is all part of the journey when you follow your heart.

Most importantly, always take a moment to pause and appreciate where you are and what you’re doing. That’s how you stay connected to what really matters.

WHAT'S YOUR VISION OF SUCCESS?

To me success is waking up and feeling at peace with the life you’re
living. It’s about finding work that lifts you up rather than leaves you empty—work that feels more like purpose than duty. It’s about having the time to do what you love, to move freely, to breathe deeply, and to soak in the
small joys of everyday life.

True success isn’t loud or flashy. It’s quiet, steady, and deeply personal. It’s a life that feels good on the inside—a life that’s yours.

 
FUTURE DADA: WHAT'S THE NEXT DREAM OR PROJECT FOR YOU?

As I get older my dream is simply to keep the dream alive. I want to keep surfing, skating, moving my body — living the active lifestyle I love for as long as I can. My boyfriend and I dream of traveling with our future children, sharing the adventures and passions that bring us joy now. We don’t see kids as the end of our journey, but as part of it — a new chapter where we can keep pursuing happiness in our own way together.