Hey! I'm Mariana, a multi-disciplinary soul with a background in architecture & fine arts, and a very diverse professional career ( I have worked as an exhibition designer for museums, designing & managing visual merchandising projects for luxury brands and many other varied jobs). During all my professional career, I always thought that I had to choose between my passion (wellness & spirituality), and making money. It is just recently that I´ve come to reconcile these 2 by co-founding an app that curates the most unique and enriching wellness events, where you can discover and purchase tickets to transformative experiences designed to nurture your mind, body, and soul.
HOW DO YOU EMBRACE DIVERSITY AND/OR UNCONVENTIONALITY?
Having been labeled throughout my whole life as the "black sheep" or the "original one" in the group/ family, I have finally understood that it is not a curse but a blessing, to see things from a different perspective and to bring something new to the table every time. The world needs diversity, new ways of thinking, diverse stories, to expand its consciousness and become a better and more inclusive place where all of us can thrive, be inspired and inspire others.
HOW DO YOU EXPRESS YOURSELF CREATIVELY?
As an artist, I always find ways in which to express my creativity. I have found that even the most unappealing tasks can be turned into exciting experiences by changing the lens from which we see them. Finances can be cool if instead of thinking of a spreadsheet full of numbers who look at it as an opportunity to find / develop a new way to find a financial solution to a problem!
HOW DO YOU THINK YOU CAN CONTRIBUTE TO THE COMMUNITY? WHAT DO YOU FEEL YOU ARE AN EXPERT IN AND COULD GIVE ADVICE TO THE COMMUNITY ON?
I believe that my diverse professional background as well as my different experiences in the field of wellness and spirituality can inspire others to develop their own visions of how the world could be if we filled it with passion instead of obligations.
I would like to connect with like-minded Hermanas, to not only grow by learning from them, but also share my skills and experiences with them.
I consider myself as a ongoing student, and would feel humbled and honored if anyone would like me to mentor them.
SHARE A VERY VALUABLE INSIGHT YOU DERIVE FROM YOUR PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE WITH THE WORLD: