IRMY COECKELBERGS

PHOTOGRAPHER

Can you tell us something about your own dream or goal and how you strived to achieve it?

My big dream was clear very early on. From the age of fifteen, I wanted to become a photographer, and fortunately I succeeded. I wanted to freeze time, the beautiful moments. I had a difficult home situation and it was a kind of escape and salvation. Photography is my way of seeing the world the way I want to see it.

What is your ultimate tip to all women who also want to achieve their dream?

Above all, you just have to go for it, because the world needs more daredevils. I think it is important to also take good care of yourself along the way, because that is something that is forgotten in this world, everything goes so fast.

Can you tell us something about your own dream or goal and how you strived to achieve it?

My big dream was clear very early on. From the age of fifteen, I wanted to become a photographer, and fortunately I succeeded. I wanted to freeze time, the beautiful moments. I had a difficult home situation and it was a kind of escape and salvation. Photography is my way of seeing the world the way I want to see it.

What is your ultimate tip to all women who also want to achieve their dream?

Above all, you just have to go for it, because the world needs more daredevils. I think it is important to also take good care of yourself along the way, because that is something that is forgotten in this world, everything goes so fast.

SOPHIE ENGELEN

HAIR AND MAKE-UP ARTIST AND FOUNDER ALOÏSE BOTANICALS

Can you tell us something about your own dream or goal and how you strived to achieve it?

My biggest goal is to bring women closer to themselves, closer to their true core. My dream was born when I lived in LA and did a training in holistic healing. During that training, we made our own products and a first version of facial oil was created that I later launched with my own brand, Aloïse.

Which women have inspired you in making your dream come true?

I am blessed every day by the women who enrich my life, and that ranges from my daughters, who are my greatest mirrors, to the models on set, to the girlfriends around me. It is difficult to name specific individuals because each woman is inspiring in her own unique way.

Can you tell us something about your own dream or goal and how you strived to achieve it?

My biggest goal is to bring women closer to themselves, closer to their true core. My dream was born when I lived in LA and did a training in holistic healing. During that training, we made our own products and a first version of facial oil was created that I later launched with my own brand, Aloïse.

Which women have inspired you in making your dream come true?

I am blessed every day by the women who enrich my life, and that ranges from my daughters, who are my greatest mirrors, to the models on set, to the girlfriends around me. It is difficult to name specific individuals because each woman is inspiring in her own unique way.

GUDRUN HESPEL

PERSONAL TRAINER, PSYCHOLOGIST & CAMP WAES PARTICIPANT

Can you tell us something about your own dream or goal and how you strived to achieve it?

My biggest dream is to motivate and inspire as many people as possible to be stronger in their shoes. People are very often stronger than they think they are.

Which empowering quote from the collection is right up your alley?

"Unleash your power" because I want people to realize that that power has always been within them, but you just have to see it for yourself before it can come out.

Have there been specific women in your life who have served as inspiration in the pursuit of your goals?

I never really had one specific person I looked up to because I've always been pretty opinionated. I like to do my own thing. I have an idea and I go full steam ahead with that and then I don't concern myself with what others are doing. I did benefit a lot from Brené Brown's book "The Power of Vulnerability." She made me realize that my vulnerability is my greatest strength.

Can you tell us something about your own dream or goal and how you strived to achieve it?

My biggest dream is to motivate and inspire as many people as possible to be stronger in their shoes. People are very often stronger than they think they are.

Which empowering quote from the collection is right up your alley?

"Unleash your power" because I want people to realize that that power has always been within them, but you just have to see it for yourself before it can come out.

Have there been specific women in your life who have served as inspiration in the pursuit of your goals?

I never really had one specific person I looked up to because I've always been pretty opinionated. I like to do my own thing. I have an idea and I go full steam ahead with that and then I don't concern myself with what others are doing. I did benefit a lot from Brené Brown's book "The Power of Vulnerability." She made me realize that my vulnerability is my greatest strength.

BRIEN AESY

FASHION COACH

Can you tell us something about your own dream or goal and how you strived to achieve it?

Clothing has always been very important for me to express myself, and therefore fashion has started to play an increasingly important role in my life. Feeling good, having self-confidence, is something that should be attainable for every woman. My subsequent studies as an image and style analyst made me think "I should be able to teach that to people!". As a fashion coach, I have the opportunity to guide women into their radiant self by finding the appropriate colors and right style, planning together in the wardrobe so that people no longer feel like they have nothing to wear. Soon I will also open my own fashion lounge, a place where we can socialize with women to talk about style and fashion.

What is your ultimate tip to all women who also want to achieve their dream?

Don't wait, don't let any opportunity pass you by. No matter how small your beginning may be, you can keep growing in your expertise, surrounding yourself with all the positive elements you can achieve.

Can you tell us something about your own dream or goal and how you strived to achieve it?

Clothing has always been very important for me to express myself, and therefore fashion has started to play an increasingly important role in my life. Feeling good, having self-confidence, is something that should be attainable for every woman. My subsequent studies as an image and style analyst made me think "I should be able to teach that to people!". As a fashion coach, I have the opportunity to guide women into their radiant self by finding the appropriate colors and right style, planning together in the wardrobe so that people no longer feel like they have nothing to wear. Soon I will also open my own fashion lounge, a place where we can socialize with women to talk about style and fashion.

What is your ultimate tip to all women who also want to achieve their dream?

Don't wait, don't let any opportunity pass you by. No matter how small your beginning may be, you can keep growing in your expertise, surrounding yourself with all the positive elements you can achieve.