Last winter marked one of the most extraordinary milestones in my life—I won my sixth gold medal at the Ice Swimming World Championships in Molveno, Italy. But this time, the victory held a deeper personal meaning: I was one month pregnant while diving into near-freezing waters to compete against athletes from over 40 nations.

One that united voices around health equity, mental wellness, and breaking barriers in every field. From dynamic networking sessions to impactful panels like “Women as Change Makers”, every moment reaffirmed how powerful it is when women support and inspire one another.

The body will follow where the mind leads. Becoming a world champion and a Guinness World Record holder weren’t just personal milestones—they were proof that with the right mindset, the impossible becomes achievable.

I’m thrilled to share something deeply personal and transformative — I’ve launched a podcast dedicated to one of the most powerful forces in personal growth: stepping "Out of Comfort Zone". 

When control fades, leadership begins. We are living in a time where the pace of change is exponential, especially with technologies like AI evolving faster than we can keep up. Our minds, our nervous systems, our emotional processing… they are not as quickly “upgradable” as machines.

Recently, I spoke at the Richmond IT Forum , sharing insights on how to reach peak performance and navigate uncertainty in the age of...

Fear will always be there. The question is: will you let it stop you, or will you step forward anyway? 

I’m incredibly honored that WINSPIRE Magazine has featured my untold story in their latest issue!

Recently, I had the honor of participating as an expert alongside other renowned educators on the Wise & Rise virtual education platform. It

When was the last time you felt truly challenged, outside the familiar and predictable space of comfort? In my journey, which I recount...

For the first time, I’m sharing openly and honestly how spirituality has become a cornerstone in my relentless pursuit of peak performance.

When most people think of "work," they envision long hours at a desk, endless meetings, and the daily grind. But what if work could look...

After 7 incredible years with EY  the time has come for me to embark on a new journey—one driven by purpose and passion with Out of...

Expanding my comfort zone has always been a priority for me, but crossing the Catalina Channel was a profound milestone in my journey....

The next challenge is going for the Triple Crown of Open Water Swimming and raising awareness of preserving our water sources.

Survived and Still Alive!! We've set a New Guinness World Record! What an immense challenge! Many doubted, calling it crazy, even...

Day 18: Last 24 Hours - The World Record is Coming Today we moved from Komşu to Camry. Now we are at 6300m altitude. It was a tough hike....

Day 15: Moving to Camp 1 The motto of the day is "forward and upwards." High or low, you never know when you’re gonna go. Live life to...

Day 12 No Internet connection for six days... It’s a weird feeling not being in touch with our loved ones, not asking how they feel or...

👉*This post is published by Team Out of Comfort Zone DK. Deniz is still without an internet connection in the Himalayas. Day 9...