“You can say no — and that’s okay.”Welcome to another episode of Kaffee und Kuchen with Internationals!
Today, co-host Anne sits down with Sarona, a communication strategist, leadership advisor, and founder of the Hype Woman community and podcast.
Originally from South Africa and now living in Germany, Sarona shares her journey of love, change, identity, and learning to take up space in a new culture.In this honest and heartfelt conversation, we explore:
✅ Moving to Germany for love — and adapting through curiosity and faith
✅ The balance between planning and leaving room for “a little bit of magic”
✅ Building community and belonging one connection at a time
✅ Saying no with kindness and breaking free from the “good girl” pattern
✅ Finding courage to express yourself and your voice abroad
Whether you’re new to Germany, navigating cultural change, or redefining what it means to belong, this episode will leave you feeling seen, inspired, and reminded that growth happens one small step at a time.
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🎧 Tune in and feel the power of story, connection, and shared experience.
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