What if emotions weren't something to fix or avoid… but powerful messengers guiding you back to your truth?

In this powerful episode, I'm joined by my friend and Emotional Intelligence coach, Lana.

We explore one of the most essential—and misunderstood—aspects of the human experience: emotions.

Lana shares her unique story of growing up in Russia, moving to Japan at age 10, navigating life between cultures, trying to fit in, and eventually coming home to her authentic self. After graduating from university in Tokyo, Lana worked in the corporate world at Mitsui and later at Amazon Japan before transitioning into coaching.

Together, we dive into:

• What emotions really are, and why they matter

• How emotions act as motivators and internal data points

• Building emotional intelligence as a trainable skill

• The shift from reactive consciousness to creative consciousness

• Why owning your story transforms pain into power

This episode is a powerful reminder that your feelings aren't in the way—they are the way.
You are the architect of your inner world. And when you learn to respond to life instead of react, you begin to reclaim your story, your power, and your truth.

Connect with Lana:

• Lana's LinkedIn

Connect with Nina:

• Nina's website

• Nina's Instagram

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