It's been nearly 9 years that I've been running #likeachallenge. There have been a few 'leaner' years where I lost some of my usual confidence, inspiration and spark (the long and winding covid period did not help). I took time to think whether writing about my adventures is something that the world actually needs or more importantly, if I need it. Also social media like Instagram or TIktok took over the world... and despite it's massive popularity, I still prefer writing, for myself, for my family and friends.

But maybe 2026 is about familiarising myself how to use socials to my benefit and help spread the message of what #likeachallenge is about. I like inspiring people to do fun things in life and not be afraid to try something new.

I was thinking what to attempt next year. I picked my boyfriend's brain yesterday and he suggested we get back to *wakeboarding and /or kitesurfing. Especially that Dubai is a great place for watersports. Getting a boat license is another idea.

*Talking of wakeboarding - I'm fine behind a boat, but at a wake park I struggle to get off the 'starting pier' and regulary fall flat down into the water ;)

I am also searching for a second hand digital piano - I don't want to 'forget' how to play it. I spent the month of September listening non stop to the International Chopin Piano Competition (takes place in Warsaw every 5 years) and it brought back the love for classical music and Frederic Chopin. I still want to master some of Chopin's iconic pieces (around 2020 I attempted one of his famous Ballades, so maybe time to return to some unfinished business:)

I'm running my own media company now, so that takes up a lot of time, but I'm trying to balance that with new adventures (much as running the company is already an adventure in itself!). I've slowed down the last few seasons, but I feel ready to come back.

I still love driving cars. I would love to do more track days, car events, meet more pro drivers to learn from. I have a big project coming up that will hopefully do a lot of good for women in motorsports, so I'll let you know once its up and running.