If you had told me years ago that I’d be here—running a business from anywhere in the world, helping Sleep Consultants build their dream businesses—I probably would have laughed and said, “That isn’t exactly the plan.”

But honestly? Nothing about my journey has been conventional. And that’s what makes it mine.

I was born in the Netherlands, in Friesland—a stubborn little region in the north that speaks its own language alongside Dutch. In 2011, after a breakup and losing my teaching job, I packed up my car and drove to Paris for what was supposed to be a three-month au pair job. Just a short adventure to clear my head.

But those three months turned into something much bigger—a love for living abroad. I ended up teaching in France, China, Spain, Nepal, Costa Rica, Indonesia, and Bulgaria. I became a school director, led teams, built educational programs, and spent five years traveling solo, creating a life on my own terms.

Then, life threw me a beautiful plot twist. In Indonesia, I met my husband. Our love story took us across borders, and in true adventurous spirit, we got married in Thailand. Ever since, we’ve been traveling the world together, each building, creating, and making an impact in our own way.

No matter where I go, I build. I’ve hosted bootcamps, led entrepreneurial meet-ups, spoken on stages, run workshops, and even launched an online language school. I’ve been a tour guide, a business strategist, and a mentor helping women take their skills online.

But my journey into sleep consulting and postpartum work was deeply personal. I wanted to prepare for motherhood—to be the best mom I could be. But life had other plans. For six years, I faced the heartbreak of infertility, loss, and IVF.

In those hardest moments, I found purpose in supporting others. I helped new parents through sleepless nights and postpartum recovery, creating a space where they felt seen and supported. But when my own dream of motherhood didn’t come true, I had to rebuild—not just my plans, but my entire sense of self.

So, I did what I do best—creating, teaching, and helping others grow. I had already built a thriving business from scratch, learning firsthand what it takes to attract clients, market services, and create a sustainable income. Instead of walking away from everything I had learned, I poured it into helping fellow Sleep Consultants do the same—build businesses they love, with freedom and flexibility.

But I saw so many newly certified Sleep Consultants struggling to bridge the gap between certification and actually building a profitable business. That’s why I wrote The Sleep Consultant Playbook—a step-by-step guide designed to help Sleep Consultants go from feeling stuck and overwhelmed to running a business they love. It’s the exact roadmap I wish I had when I started, filled with practical strategies to attract clients, set up smart systems, and create a business that truly works for you.

Now, I run my business from wherever life takes me—whether that’s a beachside café in Southeast Asia or a mountain retreat in Colombia. I’m always seeking connection, growth, and impact. I host online, and in-person women’s circles where we have deep conversations about identity, resilience, and purpose. And I donate a percentage of my income to a women’s empowerment project in Nepal, helping women gain financial independence through micro-loans and community support.

For me, success isn’t just about business. It’s about creating a life that aligns with who you are, what you value, and what truly lights you up.

And if there’s one thing I know for sure? There’s no one-size-fits-all path to success. Just the path that feels right for you.

And I’d love to help you find yours.