What is the best thing that I love about my work?
Time. Me taking my time back. Giving space to what you have inside and then translating it into ”image”. Involves listening and it takes time.
What is my idea of perfect happiness?
Always i find a path that is akin to what are my passions. I think that every person is predestined to something especial. To them and to me, I wish we find our own way. To discover a new happiness made by ourselves.
What is my greatest fear?
The immobility, the passive expectation, because it determines a settling. No one should ever lose the strength to find itselves. Everybody has to give itselves what we really need to be happy.
What is the trait that I most deplore in myself?
I certainly deplore distraction, the one that distances me from my centre and that does not lead me to indulge my soul in a natural way.
Which living persons in my profession do i most admire?
I could name artists, musicians and great minds who, surely, inspire me… But the only person who has great impact on my life and therefore my profession is my grandmother Amelia. A woman of great strength, the source of my strength.
What is my greatest extravagance?
I feel like a witch who escaped the Inquisition.
On what occasion would I lie?
If I have to lie, i stutter. The only time I would lie to me it would serve me a very short smile.
What is the thing that I dislike the most in my work?
Having to be the entrepreneur of myself. I’m not a good seller, I just want to be authentic.
When and where was I the happiest, in my work?
During my installation, a child screamed: “you built something that links up with dreams and it makes my dots connect inside”. The project was called “Io sono un Onironauta”, but he did not know it. It made me fool of joy.
If I could, what would I change about myself?
Emotion, I wish it was measured at certain moments by force.
What is my greatest achievement in work?
When, in front of my work, the viewer feels my silence, which is not empty.
Where would I most like to live?
On Mars, with David Bowie, or somewhere that looks like it.
What is my most treasured possession?
My emotions that sometimes I would like to change. But it’s only thanks to tachycardia that I learned calmness.
What is my most marked characteristic?
My patience, damn it.
What is my most inspirational location, in my city?
I find inspiration in the light of my city. Salento and Lecce, have a light that gives me breath.
What is my favourite place to eat and drink, in my city?
The popular winery and caterpillars makes me feel at home.
What books influenced my life and how?
-”La Camera Chiara” and “Frammenti di un Discorso Amoroso” – Roland Barthes
-L’Erotismo – Bataille
-Cromofobia – Batchelor
-L’Estetica del Vuoto – Giangiorgio Pasqualotto
-Jung (in any form)
If I think about my life I could go on. Every period has a reference book.
Who are my favorite writers?
I don’t like charts. However, I always look for some affinity during the period I live. And I fall in love everytime. Now Roland Barthes is back, but in a while he could be Jean Luc Nancy.
You Only Die Once. What music would I listen on my last day?
I have died at least 5 times. Even before David Bowie recorded Lazarus. Despite my great love for music, on my last day I would like to listen only to my dying breath.
Who is my hero or heroine in fiction?
Eric Draven
Who are my heroes and heroines in real life?
My grandparents
Which movie would i recommend to see once in a lifetime?
Here too the list is really long. Without thinking much about… Elephant Man by Lynch.
In a while I could mention Ingmar Bergman, Alain Resnais, Woody Allen or Fellini or…
What role plays art in my life and work?
I really think everything.
Who is my greatest fan, sponsor, partner in crime?
My Cat.
Whom would I like to work with in 2020?
With people and artists of hight level and artist that I esteem.
Which people in my profession would i love to meet in 2020?
Ordinary people on wonderful journeys and important stories that can give me ideas for my personal and artistic growth.
What project, in 2020, am I looking forward to work on?
In particular a sensory installation with circuits that will generate sounds and signs.
In general I put the heart into every project and i am always excited before I start.
What do the words “Passion Never Retires” mean to me?
Something delicate that I try to make unbreakable because essential.
How can you contact me? graziaamelia.bellitta@gmail.com
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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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