As I ventured into the world, living across various continents and soaking in diverse cultures, I gradually grew more aware of the intricate links between the marginalization of women and the exploitation of our precious planet. As a woman of Mediterranean heritage, I felt this undermining deeply, even within my own familial context. Navigating motherhood and raising three daughters while trying to find my own place as an unconventional woman – these experiences became the fertile ground for my personal growth. 

My journey coaching women within international development and humanitarian circles was sparked by witnessing firsthand the passion and fierce commitment these women poured into their purposeful work. Yet, it was equally apparent that they struggled to fit into often male-centric work environments, which didn’t account for their perspectives and sensitivities. They were doing noble work, yet it felt like their devotion was draining them rather than fueling them. Too often, they operated from a space of scarcity and exhaustion. I began to sense that these women and myself were somehow disconnected from an intrinsic and vital essence. An essence that was much bigger than our individual selves and was the driving energy behind our profound aspiration to create a world that works for everyone. It was an intuition that…