CELEB Q & A
ROOTED IN PURPOSE
BY BYRON LUKAS
Author and philanthropist Rachel Kolisi speaks to Inbound SA about balance, family, the vulnerability behind her memoir Falling Forward, and the work with her foundation she hopes will create lasting change.
WHAT DOES A BALANCED AND FULFILLING LIFE LOOK LIKE? Balance doesn’ t mean everything is equal. It means being fully present wherever I am. When I’ m with my children, I want to be completely with them. When I’ m working, I want to give it my all. A fulfilling life is one rooted in purpose, surrounded by people I love, and where I continue growing while creating opportunities for others.
WHAT SIMPLE ROUTINES OR RITUALS HELP YOU SLOW DOWN AND RECONNECT AFTER A BUSY DAY? Starting my day with the gym is non-negotiable. It’ s one of the most important ways I care for my mental health. I also love a good cup of matcha. Journalling is another practice I come back to often; a space where I can reflect, pray, reset, and find clarity.
IS THERE A LOCAL DESTINATION THAT HOLDS A SPECIAL PLACE IN YOUR HEART?
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