The Search for Home - Kirien's Story of Migration and Love for Places

About this episode

Kirien shares his migration journey across six countries and his quest for a sense of home.

In this episode of Worlds Collide, host Viktoria engages in a captivating conversation with Kirien, a seasoned traveler of migration across six countries. Kirien reflects on his journey from his birthplace in Beijing, China, to his current home in Utrecht, Netherlands, sharing the profound experiences that have shaped his identity along the way. The discussion delves into Kirien's early memories of moving to Australia at the age of four, the complexities of growing up in Canada, and the emotional ties that have drawn him to various places throughout his life. He candidly explores the challenges of navigating visas and the feelings of grief that often accompany migration, as well as the impact of geopolitical changes on his perspective of belonging. Listeners will find inspiration in Kirien's resilience and his quest for a sense of home, as he discusses the evolution of his career from the tech industry to exploring alternative healing practices. With a focus on mindfulness and relational presence, Kirien shares his vision of helping others find their place in the world through his new business, Reclaiming Belonging. This episode is a heartfelt exploration of identity, connection…

People in this episode

Host: Viktoria Daute

Guest: Kirien

Topics covered

• migration
• identity
• belonging
• travel
• resilience
• mindfulness

Keywords

• migration
• identity
• belonging
• travel
• resilience
• mindfulness
• healing practices

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Reclaiming Belonging

Places: Beijing, China, Utrecht, Netherlands, Australia, Canada

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