About me

'Working on stress and resilience has changed my life.'

For over 25 years, I held various leadership roles in large (mostly corporate) organizations. Incredible positions where I worked with amazing people and learned a lot.

But to be honest? It was also quite tough at times.

I felt responsible, wanted to do everything right, and worked incredibly hard. When the pressure increased, I pushed myself even further. The harder I worked, the more difficult it became to step back—and the more stress I experienced. My mind was constantly racing, I felt restless, became short-tempered and more emotional. My body was always ‘on,’ and relaxing became harder and harder.

And that took its toll. On me, my surroundings, and my performance.

My turning point

In 2020, during the COVID-19 pandemic, I was treated for cancer. A challenging time, but also a turning point. I realized I didn’t want to continue like this. I needed to learn how to manage stress better so that I could perform well under pressure without running myself into the ground.

I took a time-out and immersed myself in the science of stress—how it works, how it affects our brain and body, and, most importantly, how to manage it effectively.

That’s when I discovered the power of biofeedback: stress is measurable.

With objective data, I could see exactly what triggered my stress and what actually helped increase my resilience.

The impact

Now, a few years later, I feel like a different person.

My body is relaxed, my mind is clear. I recognize stress earlier and have the tools to restore balance. This allows me to make better choices, protect my energy, and stay in control.

Stress isn’t necessarily bad—it helps us perform.

But the key lies in how we deal with it. Thanks to the insights I’ve gained, I now experience less negative stress and feel more energetic, effective, and positive. Even physical complaints like neck and shoulder pain have disappeared.

Why I do what I do

If I had known 10 or 20 years ago what I know now, I would have been a better leader. That’s why I now help others manage stress smarter—so they can take control of their energy, perform better, and stop letting stress run the show.

I believe everyone deserves less stress and more resilience!

A few things to know about me

What sets me apart as a stress coach is the way I connect leadership and stress.

Leadership has always been my passion. I believe a leader truly makes the difference—not just by setting the direction, but by supporting their team to become the best version of themselves. When people grow, results follow naturally.

At the same time, I know from experience how challenging leadership can be. Having worked in the corporate world, I understand the pressure, the constant demands, and the stress factors that leaders face every day. I know what it feels like to always be “on.”

What makes my approach unique is that I make stress measurable. Stress often feels intangible, but with biofeedback I turn it into something visible and concrete. You can literally see what’s happening in your body and what actually helps you recover. That clarity opens the door to real, lasting change -which can prevend stress- and burnout complaints.

And above all, I believe that talking about stress is not a weakness—it’s a strength. Being honest about stress is a powerful act of leadership. It’s the first step towards more balance, more energy, and better results—for yourself and for your team.

If you knew me, you’d know that...

I love to travel and explore Europe in my camper van.
I laugh way too loudly—but I have a lot of fun doing it!
I eat chocolate every day after dinner—non-negotiable!
I walk in the dunes as often as possible—they’re practically in my backyard.
I love singing. I once dreamed of becoming a singer, but luckily, reality caught up with me 😉.