Welcome to TR/NTA

Last year, I turned 30, translating to "trinta" in Papiamentu, my native language. While many view this milestone as daunting and a sign of aging, I embraced it as the beginning of an exciting new chapter.

My twenties were a whirlwind of reality checks, confusion, stress, and moments of joy. So, I welcomed this fresh decade with open arms and high curiosity about what’s next for me. My thirties kicked off with a fun surprise celebration organized by some of my favorite people in the world. That surprise party felt like a promise that this decade would undoubtedly be one for the books.

For a long time, I've dreamed of writing, creating, and producing content. However, being an introverted perfectionist - among other things, I struggled with self-doubt and a deep fear of failure. My mind constantly told me that nothing was good enough. As a consequence, procrastination and I became best friends. Nevertheless, I knew I had no option but to pursue my dreams throughout my thirties, although this meant being overwhelmed while getting out of my comfort zone.

A month ago, I decided to try Audible, and the first book on my list was "Finding Me: A Memoir" by Viola Davis. As I anticipated, the book was deeply impactful, brimming with wisdom and insight. In one of the chapters, Viola proclaims, "...courage is the cure," and all I could say in response was, Amen. I needed to embrace courage and see where it leads me. Whether it brings success or a valuable lesson, I know that I will grow from the experience. I refuse to live a life of regret while knowing that I’m more than capable of practicing what I love.

So, with unwavering courage, I write this open and semi-vulnerable piece, inviting you to join me on my journey through TR/NTA. Here, I dare to be open, create a safe space for all, tackle unexplored subjects, and pursue everything that self-doubt and fear once held me back from achieving.