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Challenge accepted: Swimming on the Himalayas, here we go!
Amazing news! I'm so excited and honored to announce that I have been invited to join an incredible mission! On the 19th of this month, I...
Embrace Your Essence: Insights from a Transformative Leadership Retreat
Happy Easter, everyone! This weekend, I took some "Me Time" and went to a great leadership retreat called "Embrace Your Essence" near...
Beyond Limits: An Inspiring Conversation with Bengisu Avci, the First Turkish Woman to Cross the Cook Strait
What a great conversation! I had the pleasure of interviewing Bengisu Avci, the first Turkish woman to cross the Cook Strait in New...
Two ARD and 3SAT documentaries that will change your mindset
This year has started in an incredible way: 2 of the most important German TV channels have released two documentaries in which I have...
Who said it would be easy? Reflections about a Year of Transformation and Growth
This year has brought monumental challenges into my life, a response to my continuous desire to unlock my potential more and more each...
How to balance work and hobbies: Being a World Champion while working at EY
Here are some insights on how to pursue your passion alongside an eight-hour workday. You can organize and incorporate something into...
Nurturing Your Mental Health: An Investment in a Fulfilling Life
As a psychologist, I want to bring attention to mental health, as today is Mental Health Day, and it's important to normalize talking...
2023's Top 10 Influential Women Shaping Our World
Deniz Kayadelen reflects on woman empowerment as she was selected as one of the top 10 influential women in 2023 by NYC Journal Magazine.
This swimmer is afraid of cold water - but she still crosses the English Channel
Deniz Kayadelen's dream is to swim the English Channel. To do this, she has to adapt physically and mentally. Extracted from: NZZ...
English Channel Crossed! A dream came true out of comfort zone
Thank you for all your cheering and messages!! 🤗 I can't believe that this happened. I realized my childhood dream! I swam 15 hours and...
🎯 If your goal doesn't scare you, it isn't big enough
⏳ The countdown for my English Channel solo swim started. Weather conditions for now don’t look good unfortunately. This is part of the...
“Always on target” Inspired by Adalvo`s motto
'This focus on always being on target has been inspired to me by Adalvo, a B2B pharmaceutical company. Adalvo takes a unique and...
Unlocking Peak Performance: Lessons Learned from a 10-Hour Swim
Mission completed! Peak Performance Training with a new individual record. Embarking on a challenging journey can test our physical and...
New Collaboration Partner: Adalvo
I am excited to announce my new collaboration with Adalvo. Adalvo is a global pharmaceutical company with a declared purpose to make a...
A Journey of Dedication: Countdown for English Channel Solo
The countdown for my English Channel solo swim attempt has started – only less than five weeks left! Due to its frigid waters and...
Out of Comfort Zone – TEDx Speech now on YouTube!
One of my dreams was always to have a TEDx talk; now that dream has come true! This magic has happened as part of a journey of...
Do you want to become a TEDx Speaker? My key learnings for you!
Being a TEDx speaker is an exciting journey. It's proof that you have something to tell to a broader audience. TEDx talks have become one...
Deniz - World Champion in Ice swimming Butterfly Samoens 2023
Out of Comfort Zone magic happened! Believe - Train- Focus- Achieve What an amazing event. A smile with lots of passion.. Summary of the...
Countdown: Ice Swim World Championship 2023 in Samoëns
The 5th edition of the IISA World Championships will run from Jan. 12-15 in Samoëns, France, with close to 500 swimmers from 42 countries...
Ice Swim Certification Programme
So happy to be the official ambassador of the Swiss Cold Water Training Association and part of the Swiss Ice Swim Expert certification...