Karolina's parents met while attending an undercover meditation practice in the former republic of Yugoslavia. She & her family escaped to Holland at the beginning of the Yugoslavian war & later on migrated to Amsterdam so she could continue her studies in psychology. We talk about interracial partnership childhood trauma the struggles of modern-day parenting, embracing the uncertainty of life along with healing our inner child & acceptance of our parents "mistakes."

The art of surrendering & doing nothing, self-care practices & setting boundaries. The difficulties of mum guilt & merging/retaining of cultures female energy & communicating our needs effectively. Creating art overcoming imposter syndrome & following your intuition all whilst trying to live a purposeful life & give back to others. 

I could have talked to Karolina for hours & hours she has so much wisdom & knowledge to share, we leave no stone unturned & I hope you enjoy listening to this podcast as much as enjoyed making it. 

Feel free to contact Karolina on her Instagram for any digital art work https://www.instagram.com/karolina_draws_/ 

as 25% of her proceeds go to https://www.instagram.com/charitybosniankids/

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