Unclassified Woman

Welcome! Today’s guest is Vienda Maria, who is a writer and mentor, currently based in New Zealand. She teaches women who want to do great things in the world, to choose freedom in life and work. Vienda shares her message and insights through her blog and many magazine articles. Connect with her at www.viendamaria.com What you’ll hear in this episode: Vienda made a personal choice to not have children. Motherhood wasn’t something she really dreamed about or felt was a top priority. A couple of years ago, her mother let her know that her expectation was that Vienda should have children, to bring meaning into her life. Her mother was hurt and upset with Vienda’s choice, feeling it was a waste. This clarifying incident helped cement Vienda's choice and feel empowered about it, even though it was a confronting situation. It can be challenging when we have differing views on such emotive topics, from our families and friends. These huge life choices can change over the years. As the decades go by in your life, pr