They say that diamonds occur only when coal is put under extreme pressure. My trial began in the womb with a string of traumatic experiences continued into my adulthood.

Although I pulled myself up and out to have a global career spanning 20 countries and became a successful leadership expert, humanitarian, business coach, mentor and social entrepreneur, that vein of darkness in my life was ever-present, always under the surface.

This is also what pushed me to search further that I would have, and to dive deeper – much deeper – than was comfortable. I was seeking a solution for humanitarians, for dedicated professionals, for aspiring leaders and for an exploring number of social changemakers with a vision for a better world – and what was holding us back. The answer I sought for myself also became the key to addressing the global challenges we face today.

As I delved deeper into my research for answers, I discovered that most methods and approaches were merely surface-level. They address just the symptoms and result in temporary success. This led me to explore various fields, such as spirituality, epigenetics, neuroscience, and mind-mastery, that had the potential to create a more significant impact. It dawned on me that personal transformation is the key to achieving global change.

Through this process, I came to realize that my past, with all its dark seams, was necessary to shape me into the person that I am today. My future and my ever-evolving mission in life are a product of my past.

As my mindset transformed, so did my sense of self, purpose, and potential. The intense pressure that had been a constant presence in my life had transformed into a diamond.