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When Cognitive Overload Hits: How to Find Your Way Back
Ever had one of those days (or weeks) when your brain just… stops cooperating?Not quite burnout, but that uncomfortable state of...

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Sep 25, 20252 min read


Showing Up With Confidence: My 5 Essentials for Interview Prep
This year marks five years since I began working with C40 Cities, the longest I have ever been with one single organisation. Of course,...

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Aug 28, 20253 min read


Looking Inward First: The Hidden Work of Change
Recently, I’ve been reflecting on a passage from the book Transitions by William and Susan Bridges that struck me deeply: “The inner...

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Aug 15, 20252 min read


Following Those Little Pings: 15 years In International Development & Cooperation (and Counting)
This week, I attended a small alumni meet-up here in Cologne. Nothing major, just a few of us from Maastricht University gathered over...

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May 24, 20253 min read


Three Weeks in Brazil – A Journey & Country That Leave Their Mark
There’s something about travel that brings up all the emotions — excitement, uncertainty, joy, presence, and a deep sense of wonder. And...

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Apr 19, 20253 min read


Five Years Later: A Lesson in Resilience, Trust, and Moving Forward
These days, it hit me—five years. Five years since the world, and my life, turned upside down. It was early 2020, and I was a bit more...

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Mar 20, 20253 min read


7 Non-Negotiables That Keep Me Sane While Working From Home
Over the years, I’ve slowly transitioned into working fully from home. It started in Freetown, where my workdays were structured around...

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Mar 7, 20252 min read


Redefining Success: How I Built a Life That Feels as Good as It Looks
I shared how a spark of curiosity led me to train as a systemic coach. But if I’m being honest, that spark didn’t just appear out of...

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Feb 25, 20253 min read


Some Paths Find You, No Matter What
There are moments in life that light a spark—subtle at first, easily brushed aside. But some sparks refuse to disappear. Instead, they...

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Feb 22, 20252 min read
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