What is the best thing that I love about my work?
Researching the meaning of life.
Life is a huge, marvelous, mystery… Art and acting permit me to explore it.
What is my idea of perfect happiness?
After many years of searching for the answer to that question, I can finally sum it up in just one sentence: to wake up in the morning with that energy that pushes you to investigate the world as profoundly as possible.
What is my greatest fear?
There is a line in one of my favourite movies “After Earth” that says:
“Fear is not real. It is a product of our imagination. Do not misunderstand me… danger is very real, but fear is a choice.”
I found myself often in danger and the fear of those moments lasted much longer than the moments themselves…
Another line from one of my other favourite movies, “Inception” is:
“Once an idea has taken hold of the brain it’s almost impossible to eradicate”.
I worked very hard over the years to get rid of those trains of thought. I think we must follow the idea that it’s “almost impossibile” but possibile. ( We must hold on to the hope of finding the solution, which is complicated to find because that solution is different for everyone… but it’s the duty to understand which are our fears, first the big ones, and then the smaller ones…
What is the trait that I most deplore in myself?
I don’t believe that there is anything deplorable in me… everyone of us has things that need improving because life is a journey. I think the key isn’t blaming ourselves or focusing on what’s wrong, but embrasing it.
Which living persons in my profession do i most admire?
Who has find his own path. I think that every job on Earth it’s right if it suits you, if it’s your real blessing. Many times, in everyday life, often in the most humble jobs, I find myself admiring someone in front of me who is a unique piece with his work… that’s true art: the Art of life…
What is my greatest extravagance?
Sometimes I lose myself in the extraordinary world of symbolism… I observe and find connections, and seeing how everything happens for a reason, even the thiny things… and then sometimes I think it just a, though interesting, but useless and maybe dangerous game my mind plays, like a trap…
On what occasion would I lie?
I’m working to never lying, so often I find myself just keeping my mouth shut! 😉
What is the thing that I dislike the most in my work?
Art is often a business involved with compromises, greed, power, vanity… in one word: a lot of Ego. All illusions.
I think an artist should consider them just like tricks that try tempt him to just giving up…
I’m working on taking it that way, by refusing to forget the moments I lived, breithed and saw true art, true creation.
When and where was I the happiest, in my work?
Everytime I worked with real artists who were about the art and not about the Ego. A real artist makes it about the process not about what they’re going to get out of it. I have had the honour of working with my mentor Mamadou Dioume, and with actors like F Murray Abraham, Christopher Lambert, Kabir Bedi, Geraldine Chaplin, Maria De Medeiros, Louis Nero… They were all individuals interested in knowing more about the mistery of life…
If I could, what would I change about myself?
I’d give myself more self esteem healing my wounds completely.
What is my greatest achievement in work?
When I feel the chills that in my mind, in my heart and whole body all become one.
Where would I most like to live?
In a world where every person thrills in having authentic exchanges based on love.
What is my most treasured possession?
My greatest provocateur of pain: empathy.
What is my most marked characteristic?
My most treasured possession.
What is my most inspirational location, in my city?
All of downtown. Turin is an amazing city with extraordinary energy.
When you walk around it, especially at night, you get the sense of why it’s called the “magical city”.
What is my favourite place to eat and drink, in my city?
Turin is full of excellent restaurants. I love eating different cuisines, from Piedmontese, the typical one, Greek, Moroccan, Iranian, Indian, Turkish. Now fortunately we can do it!
What books influenced my life and how?
“Zen in the Art of Archery” by Eugen Herrigel: a little but very powerful book that tells you how to keep your mind focused and concentrated.
Also, the book “Art of Dreaming” by Carlos Castaneda, is a book that is currently influcing my life.. I’m challenging myself to achieve what he talks about in his book.
You Only Die Once. What music would I listen on my last day?
I love listening to different types of music: from Persian to traditional Tibetan music, from classic music to rock, jazz or bossanova… it depends on my mood or what I want to stir up within me.
Who is my hero or heroine in fiction?
My favourite character is “Doctor Strange” and in general those who have the courage to pass from ordinary to extraordinary world, gaining freedom.
Who are my heroes and heroines in real life?
Everyone that does what Doctor Strange does because fiction stems from reality: I admire those who don’t give up and do what they can to figure out their life, who don’t abbandon their dreams and the hope that everything can happen.
Which movie would I recommend to see once in a lifetime?
“The Fountain“ by Darren Aronofsky.
What role plays art in my life and work?
Everything.
Not commercial art, but rather, the art of everyday life.
Who is my greatest fan, sponsor, partner in crime?
My partner. We’ve known each other for sixteen years and we’ve been working and living side by side for ten years. It’s a great challenge to live and work together: “it’s a work within a job” which can sometimes be tough, sometimes easy… because being “artists of love” is as beautiful as it is complicated.
Whom would I like to work with in 2019/2020?
With those with whom I share my vision of linking art to spiritual research.
What project, in 2019/2020, am I looking forward to work on?
Sometimes meetings happen that are a consequence of apparent coincidences. Those meetings often open unexpected and wonderful doors, and it seems to be happening more and more often, I hope to continue the trend…
Where can you see me or my work in 2019/2020?
You can check out my work and chat with me at http://www.dianadellerba.com or follow me on Instagram @dianadellerba. I look forward to connecting with you!
What do the words “Passion Never Retires” mean to me?
The concept of retirement cannot exist for those who have found their true path… if school and our environment tought us to find our talents and to develop those talents at an early age, I think the world would be a much better place.
Which creative heroines should Peter invite to tell their story?
Those who fill his heart.
How can you contact me?
Feel free to contact me at https://www.facebook.com/dianadellerba/
Or dianadellerba@gmail.com
Talk to you guys soon!
Here follows a message of Peter de Kuster, founder of The Heroine’s Journey
Are you a creative leader or creative professional looking to develop your business skills and storytelling?
Amidst today’s uncertainty, it is more important than ever to reconnect with yourself and others, develop your creative business, and build your story. Dive deep into your unique business style and areas for growth with the coaching of Peter de Kuster.
IS THE HEROINE’S JOURNEY COACHING FOR YOU?
You are a creative leader or creative professional who is interested in developing yourself, your business, and your story.
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You are aware that there are no quick fixes. Learning is a journey that works when you are fully committed to it. Coaching can bring awareness and help you navigate, but in the end it’s you who is in charge of your growth.
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You want to learn more about how to resource yourself, learn about blind spots, and get feedback.
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You are curious and want to engage in online learning.
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You are motivated to work in-between sessions on yourself (e.g. working on homework assignments that will help you develop new storytelling, skills, and behaviors).
WHAT’S YOUR COACHING QUESTION?
The Heroine’s Journey Coaching is all about your development. To make the most out of your sessions, we ask you to prepare topics to work on with Peter. These topics can serve as a starting point for further in-depth exploration with Peter.
These coaching topics typically resonate with the creative leaders Peter works with:
How can i tell the most powerful story possible about myself and my creative business?
How can I handle self promotion and marketing of my creative business better?
How do can I stay authentic and with focus when having difficult conversations with potential clients?
What are my creative values and how do I align these with my business values?
How can I manage my time and energy better?
How can I radiate confidence to my clients while feeling anxious inside?
How can I steer myself towards creative excellence without becoming rigid?
About Peter de Kuster
Peter de Kuster is the founder of The Heroine’s Journey & Hero’s Journey project, a storytelling firm which helps creative professionals to create careers and lives based on whatever story is most integral to their lives and careers (values, traits, skills and experiences). Peter’s approach combines in-depth storytelling and marketing expertise, and for over 20 years clients have found it effective with a wide range of creative business issues.
Peter is writer of the series The Heroine’s Journey and Hero’s Journey books, he has an MBA in Marketing, MBA in Financial Economics and graduated at university in Sociology and Communication Sciences.
PRICING
The Heroine’s Journey Coaching online sessions last 50 minutes and the fee is Euro 189 excluding VAT per session. The Heroine’s Journey Coaching is suitable for people at any stage in their career.
FAQ
Who can sign up for The Heroine’s Journey online coaching?
Creative leaders and creative professionals who wish to improve their business story and develop their business skills and mindset.
Should I choose 1:1 coaching?
Our The Heroine’s Journey experiences in world cities allow you to learn not only from the coach but also from your peers. For the small group coaching (1 – 4 people), we have selected important, relevant topics that we find regularly come up for creative professional: purpose, storytelling, creative confidence, self promotion, time & money and resilience.
If you would prefer to work alone or on a different topic, individual coaching is a better fit for you.
What language do we speak in the coaching sessions?
English.
Can I buy coaching for my organization?
Yes, you can! We support many organizations around the world with their coaching needs. Please contact us for more information.
Can I bring my own topics?
Yes, for individual coaching you get to choose your own topic.
Are coaching sessions confidential?
Yes. Peter will not share anything that is discussed in the coaching sessions.
Where will the coaching sessions take place?
Sessions will take place online (as per the times we live in) via an online tool like Zoom or Skype. Peter will let you know.
How do I sign up?
Send Peter a mail to theherojourneyquestionnaires@gmail.com to start booking your coaching sessions.
How do I pay?
After you send the mail, you will receive an email with a link to pay.
How do I book and reschedule sessions?
Once we’ve received your payment, Peter will contact you and book your coaching sessions. He will also support you with rescheduling sessions if needed.
What is your cancellation policy?
Individual coaching sessions can be postponed up to one week before the session.
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