Von Herzen gern

In this episode of Von Herzen Gern, I sit down with Chris, an artist I met on the beaches of the Dominican Republic. While walking along the shore, I stumbled upon the beautiful circles he was drawing in the sand - circles he calls Misu Circles. Behind these creations lies a moving story of love, loss, and transformation. Chris shares how his journey with grief, the passing of beloved cats, and the process of letting go led him to create art that lives fully in the present moment. This conversation is about finding beauty in tragedy, connecting with nature, and discovering how creativity can help us heal. Join us by the ocean waves, where Chris brings his Misu Circles to life.

In this heartfelt episode, I sit down with Nikila - a traveler, scientist, and singer with Sri Lankan roots who grew up in Australia. Her path first led her into neuroscience and global health, searching for meaning and connection. But life surprised her with another calling: music. Nikila shares how her passion for music came to her naturally, in ways she never expected. We talk about trusting the timing of life, the magic of the jungle that inspires her songs, and the beauty of letting things unfold with ease. And as something very special, you’ll also get to hear a song she created during our conversation. Recorded under the branches of an ancient tree in Minca, this episode is an invitation to listen not only with your ears, but with your heart.

In this episode of Von Herzen Gern, I talk with Gerald, who follows his heart and created the very first butterfly house on Colombia’s Caribbean coast. With deep love and dedication, he shares his passion for butterflies, the magic of transformation, and the joy of bringing this dream to life on the 500th anniversary of Santa Marta.

In this very special episode, I sit down with Jenny - a woman whose life journey began in Colombia, took her to Belgium where she spent many years, and eventually brought her back to Colombia, to what the Natives call the heart of the world. Jenny once worked at the European Commission in Brussels, but chose to leave that path behind in order to follow her heart. On this journey she discovered her true gift: to be a bridge-builder. The Natives describe themselves as the Elder Brothers and see us as the Younger Brothers. Jenny builds bridges between these two worlds, creating understanding, connection, and vision. For me, this conversation was deeply moving. Sitting by the river, with the sound of a heartbeat in the background, we spoke about the meaning of the heart of the world, the guidance Jenny has received, and the vision she carries for the future. This episode is an invitation to listen with your heart and to be inspired by Jenny’s courage, wisdom, and warmth.