About me
I’m someone who gets energy from bringing people together.
What gives me a sense of fulfillment? Seeing people come together, get inspired, or experience that unexpected “aha” moment.
In my free time, I enjoy walking my dog or traveling in my RV to discover new places.
What really fascinates me are people’s stories: what drives them, what gives them energy, what choices do they make, and why? Those conversations give me new insights time and time again, including about myself.
When I was 18, I wasn’t quite sure what I wanted to be, or rather, who I was. I chose to study business administration, a broad program that led to about 20 wonderful years working as a financial analyst at various large and smaller organizations. Over time, I began to feel that “something was missing.” I didn’t want to work only with numbers, but also with people. I wanted to inspire people to take action, help them find peace, and assist them in (re)discovering themselves. That’s how the name Re-aX came about, derived from “Relax” (relaxation) but also “Re-Ax” (reorientation).
The power of Kintsugi
At some of the companies I worked for, I sometimes felt like I couldn’t be 100% myself.
I noticed how my mind would calm down and that I could be completely myself during my pottery classes. When I learned about the technique and philosophy of Kintsugi, everything fell into place. The underlying philosophy of “you are who you are, it is what it is, and it doesn’t have to be perfect at all” really resonated with me.
By literally working with your hands during workshops, masks fall away and space opens up for genuine insights. Participants often tell me that their little artwork becomes a lasting memory. Sometimes, important personal or professional decisions even follow.
What makes my approach unique?
I create a warm and open atmosphere where people can be themselves, without the pressure to perform. Whether you want to work quietly or engage in conversation, every moment is valuable.
By doing something you’ve probably never done before, and which for some, takes them outside their comfort zone, we create a deeply moving experience. It opens up space for authenticity and creativity, and fosters connections not only with others but also with yourself.
Some participants associate emotions with the experience or seek out each other’s talents, while others simply enjoy the creative process. Everything is okay.
For businesses: more than just team building
Good teambuilding is educational, fun, and touches you in one way or another. By creating something tangible together in a relaxed, non-competitive setting, there’s room for genuine interaction.
By doing something accessible and seemingly “silly,” participants don’t feel the need to put on a facade. This allows them to discover who they are as individuals, where their focus lies, and where they can build stronger connections as a team.
Participants discover their own strengths and pitfalls, as well as how they function within a group. It gives managers insight into the natural roles within their team, who helps whom? Who is a perfectionist? Who takes the lead? Who remains an observer?
Additionally, it’s an original and accessible way to bring different departments together, such as HR meets Finance or Marketing meets Production. Through the ceramic pieces, even the structure of a team or company becomes tangible: what are the rough edges, where are the common ground, and what holds everything together?
What I want to pass on
I hope that after a workshop, people have learned something, but above all, that they’ve enjoyed themselves.
I often get messages afterward saying that they’ve placed their little object in plain sight, at home or at work as an eye-catcher. That’s because, when they look at their object, they reflect once again on what they felt and discovered during the workshop.
As long as the experience sticks with them or sets something in motion in one way or another, my mission is a success.