One of the greatest gifts Zanzibar has given me is the permission to slow down. Before moving here, like many people, I lived in a world that constantly encouraged me to do more, achieve more, and move faster. Success often seemed to be measured by how busy I was, how much I could accomplish in a day, and how many tasks I could cross off my list. There was always something else to do. Another goal to reach. Another deadline to meet. Another reason to postpone rest until later

About three years ago, in London, I went to a Women’s Business Network event at the Polish Embassy. That day, I met Wiola. We connected, became friends on Facebook, and I started following what she was doing. One day, I saw her post about a Zanzibar retreat. Something inside me whispered: “I want to be there.” But at that time, I didn’t even consider making it happen. I told myself it wasn’t possible. I was busy building a charity with my business partner, pouring all my ener