I have always been the kind of person who values life outside of work. For me, work has always been a means to an end—a way to support the life I want to live. I was fortunate enough to find something I truly love to do for a living, and that’s been one of the greatest joys in my life. There’s a deep sense of purpose and fulfillment that comes from contributing to society through a skill or gift you genuinely enjoy.

Yet, living in the United States, I found myself constantly chasing the next milestone of success. There was a time when I got caught up in the motions of productivity—earning another certification, pursuing another degree—not because my heart was in it, but because I wanted to feel like I was enough. However, the environment I was in didn’t support that sense of enoughness.

I had unknowingly tied my identity to my job. This mindset wore me down. I felt an endless pressure to be more productive, more intelligent, more accomplished, and yet, I could never measure up to the expectations I placed on myself. Ironically, I worked with people who shared this same mentality—it wasn’t just me. It was the culture. In America, work often takes precedence over private life, and the connections between people can feel superficial or nonexistent. Even when there’s a desire for connection, it seems many don’t know how to foster it.

The realization hit me: to feel like a human being without needing to provide a service or perform is extraordinary. To simply be gives my soul rest and clarity. I began longing for that sense of peace, which led me to question who I was and what truly mattered to me.

It’s a privilege to ask, Who am I? The short time I’ve spent in Thailand has reminded me how lucky I am to even ponder such a question. Watching the streets of Bangkok is mesmerizing—there’s constant movement, a seamless rhythm of people navigating their lives. The city hums with energy, yet there’s no visible preoccupation with status or self-analysis. Life is being lived, not endlessly examined.

This contrast made me rethink identity. It struck me how limiting and unhealthy it is to cling to the idea of a fixed self—this notion of “This is who I am!” Identity, I’ve realized, is fluid and ever-changing. Being present in the moment transcends any label or role we assign ourselves. When we let go of rigid definitions of who we think we are, we create space to simply live, to connect, and to grow in ways we never imagined.

This journey has profoundly shaped my mission to help others reconnect with themselves, redefine

success, and live with greater intention. Through my coaching, online classes, and workshops, I guide individuals to break free from societal expectations and live life on their own terms. If this resonates with you, let’s connect! Together, we can explore how to create a more balanced, mindful, and meaningful life.