Everything you’re looking

is on the other side of courage.

My name, Nadja, carries meaning.

I am a mother, adventurer, entrepreneur, explorer, mentor, speaker, and writer.

Born with an insatiable hunger for life.

Dutch and German by origin, but I’ve spent more than half my life abroad. My life has always been driven by curiosity and discovery - exploring the world, understanding myself, and pushing the limits of what’s truly possible.

But my journey took an unimaginable turn when my husband Jeroen was murdered. "Dag, lieverd, tot zo", those were his last words as he stepped out to mail our daughter’s birth announcements. Just five meters from our front door in London, he was stabbed to death. I was left standing in the wreckage, holding our 11-day-old daughter.

But this is not where my story ends.
It was the beginning of something new.
Something I could never have imagined.

In Slavic, Nadja comes from Nadezhda - hope. In Arabic, Nadia means tenderness or the one who calls. Both meanings fit.

Hope became my driving force. And now, my story gives hope to the countless people whose lives I touch.

My words became my voice and my voice is proof of what’s possible - even when everything seems lost.

Because this life is mine to live.
And only I decide what’s possible.

And the same goes for you

Life is an exploration, and you are

the one who sets the course.

Who am I as a woman?

Losing Jeroen brought me closer to myself. It forced me to reshape my life and make radical choices - what do I reclaim, what do I let go of, and what do I do differently?

It showed me what truly matters. It led me back to myself, to knowing what I stand for and what makes me deeply happy. I am driven by curiosity, courage, and an insatiable hunger for life. I make bold choices, follow my intuition, and refuse to settle for anything less.
What makes me happy?

I love traveling and discovering new places, sunshine and nature, cooking and healthy food, action and stillness. The best moment on a summer morning?
And adventure? I never say no. My heart lies in Africa - the vast landscapes, the raw beauty, the untamed energy. The warmth of the sun, the red earth beneath my feet, the endless horizons that whisper freedom. It's not just a place; it’s a feeling. A deep knowing that this is where my soul feels at home.
Who am I as a mother?

For me, motherhood began in the most turbulent time of my life. But it’s also the reason I kept standing. Our journey together started early.
When she was two, we traveled through Asia for a year. Later, when she was six, we drove through Africa in an old Landrover. These trips were far from idyllic - they were confronting - but also liberating. My daughter is my greatest driving force to be the best version of myself.
Who am I as a speaker?

My work was born from my own journey. After years in the corporate world - where everything revolved around targets and budgets - it all felt empty.
I wanted meaning, not just for myself, but for others too. That led me to personal development, coaching, speaking, and writing. I show what personal leadership truly means. My story is raw and real. I use my own experiences to show others that anything is possible when you put your mind to it.
who am I as a mentor?

I don’t do comfort zones and I challenge you to take ownership of your life. To make bold choices, and create a life that truly fits you.
I ask the hard questions - the ones that cut through excuses and get to the truth. Real change starts when you stop waiting and start moving. I help you find the courage to step fully into who you are meant to be. Because deep down, you already know - now it’s time to act.