Life in my backpack

Behind every journey is a story, and this is where I’ve gathered mine. Life in my Backpack is a collection of moments from the road, from encounters and challenges to discoveries that shaped who I am and how I work. Through these stories, you’ll see the situations I thrive in, the lessons I’ve carried with me, and the spirit that guides me in my professional life and in my travels.

Tanzania

Moshi, malaria, medication and me

Navigating the hospital in Tansania is chaotic: endless queues, repeated payments, and miscommunication. After inconclusive tests and multiple pharmacies, I finally got medication. And a lesson about accepting help.

Kenya

When the rain hit, I learned to fear mud

After a terrifying experience in the Netherlands, I vowed to avoid rain. However, unintentionally, I set out on an adventure that would challenge my fears. The rain would not be my biggest enemy; it was the mud that would truly test my limits.

Botswana

A scorpion sting four hours away from medication

While taking down a fence in scorching heat, a scorpion stung my foot. I stayed calm, watched it disappear, and spent the next days limping around with a tiny scar and a story I’ll never forget.