​💫 About Me​

Hi, I’m Kerstin, and I’m so glad you’re here.

I feel truly blessed for the knowledge and life experiences I’ve gained—some hard, some beautiful, all of them meaningful. These moments helped me overcome emotional, social, and financial challenges, and gave me the strength to create a life I love.
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Today, a big part of what drives me is giving back—helping others rise above their own challenges so they can create a life filled with joy, fulfillment, and purpose.
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✨ My Journey

It all started on New Year’s Day, 1968, in Russian-occupied East Germany. Life behind the Iron Curtain was tough—rules, surveillance, very little freedom. But even as a little girl, I dreamed of something bigger.

​When I was 16, my family was released to Western Germany—five years before the Berlin Wall came down. It wasn’t easy adjusting to a new world, but I stayed focused, finished school, and earned a degree in Social Education, specializing in rehabilitation for people with disabilities.

At 27, I took a leap and moved to the Pacific Northwest. That move changed everything. It gave me the freedom to create my life on my own terms. Over the years, I’ve worn many hats—Social Educator, Real Estate Agent, Team Leader, First Mate and Chef de Cuisine on our charter yacht, and now Certified Professional Coach, Author, and Speaker.
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I’ve coached women, professionals, entrepreneurs, and young adults who felt stuck, unclear, or ready for change. And I’ve guided them to find clarity, confidence, and direction. That’s my passion—and the heart of my bestselling book, Break Loose and Fly.

  If you can dream it, you can do it  - Walt Disney

🌟 ​Beyond Coaching

I love sharing my story on stage—failures, lessons, and breakthroughs. It’s not about being perfect, it’s about being real. If my journey can inspire someone else to believe in themselves, then I’ve done my job.

And yes… I’m also a trained personal chef! (Because after all that deep inner work, we deserve something delicious, right?) If you're a fellow food lover or want to boost your kitchen confidence, you can also find me at my second home:
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👉 Rock the Kitchen – where I help aspiring home cooks uplevel their flavor skills and creativity.

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🌞 A Few Fun Facts

Because life isn’t just about reaching goals—it’s about enjoying the ride, too.
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• I split my time between the East and West Coasts of the U.S., with a cozy spot in Germany as well
• I love being on or in the water—boating, fishing, paddle boarding, or just floating in the sun
• I’m happiest when I’m cooking, creating, and teaching others how to bring flavor and fun to their meals
• Horses are my soul animals—I’ve loved riding since I was a girl
• I thrive on good conversations, meaningful learning, and always growing
• I believe travel feeds the soul, and I’m always up for a new adventure
• I live by the values of kindness, encouragement, integrity, and compassion—and I do my best to show up judgment-free every day​

​At the core of it all, I’m not just a coach, speaker, or author—I’m someone who rolls up her sleeves and makes things happen.

And I’d love to help you do the same!

□ My hubby and I taking adventure to new heights—literally! Paragliding is so much fun!

□ This beautiful soul taught me patience, presence, and pure joy. I’ll always carry him in my heart."

□‍□ Cooking in Paris—learning, tasting, creating. Where my love for culinary magic really soared.

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