From Family Business Successor to Yoga Studio Founder & Coach: Nathalie Bonk-Kleinschmidt on Purpose, Entrepreneurship & Finding Your Own Path | Ep. 34

Imagine that you've spent your whole life preparing to take over the family business—but at some point, your body— and soul—said no, and your life took a completely different turn. 🙈​    In this week's episode, I'm joined by my dear friend, Nathalie Bonk-Kleinschmidt—a coach, yoga teacher, and the inspiring founder of a beautiful yoga studio in Bochum, Germany, Studio Akasha. We met years ago during our coaching certification, and today, I'm recording this while visiting her IRL! 💗​   Nathalie has an MBA, studied in Japan and the U.S., and was once on track to take over her family's business. But after a psychosomatic illness and a deep inner reckoning, she chose a completely different path—one rooted in purpose, embodiment, and helping others reconnect to themselves.   In this powerful conversation, we talk about: ✨​ Why she left the corporate world (and family legacy) to become a yoga studio owner ✨​ How she navigated fear, uncertainty, and financial unknowns ✨​ The difference between a digital and brick-and-mortar business model ✨​ Tips for anyone dreaming of opening a yoga studio or starting their own business  ✨​ What most people don't realize about self-employment ✨ What purpose really means when you stop chasing outside validation We also dive into Nathalie's love for Ashtanga yoga—including what it is, why she teaches it, and how it helped her reconnect with her body and inner truth. (And yes, you can practice with her online!)   This conversation is full of grounded wisdom, honest reflections, and powerful insights for anyone who's questioning the "default" path and craving a life and business that's fully aligned with them.   🎧 Tune in if you're: 👉​ Dreaming about self-employment or opening a physical business 👉​ Struggling to find your purpose or the "right" business idea 👉​ Ready for a real, vulnerable, and empowering take on entrepreneurship ​💗​ Enjoyed this episode? Share it with a friend, rate it, and tag me & Nathalie on Instagram so we can hear your biggest takeaway! 🙌   Thank you for listening & for being part of this community - I deeply appreciate you. 🙏​   From my heart to yours Tajda 🫶🌷   💫​ Connect with Nathalie  Practice Ashtanga or Tantra Yoga Class with her Nathalie or in person in Studio Akasha: https://www.eversports.de/s/studio-akasha Instagram Nathalie: https://www.instagram.com/nk_bodymindcoaching/  Instagram Studio Akasha: https://www.instagram.com/studioakasha.bochum/  Website: https://www.studioakasha.de/