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What if the secret to living with joy wasn’t about control or perfection… but about rediscovering curiosity, wonder, and the courage to explore the unknown?

In this inspiring episode of Manders Mindset, host Amanda Russo is joined by Aisha Makara, a Mongolian-born artist, engineer, and entrepreneur who has journeyed from being orphaned in Russia to building businesses across the globe, sending her art to space, and traveling to more than 70 countries.

Aisha opens up about the challenges of growing up without belonging, the healing power of creativity, and the life-changing lessons learned from solo travel. She shares how she built her “joyful bubble” to protect her energy as an empath, why she believes curiosity is the key to transformation, and how adults can reclaim the childlike wonder that helps us feel alive.

This conversation is for anyone craving more joy, freedom, and purpose and ready to break free from fear, gossip, and limitations to live fully.

🎙️ In this episode, listeners will discover
🌍 How Aisha transformed her orphaned childhood into a life of global exploration
💫 The power of curiosity and wonder in building a joyful mindset
🛡️ Practical ways to protect your energy as an empath without isolation
✈️ Why solo travel can shift your perspective on fear, abundance, and connection
🧒 What children can teach adults about forgiveness, presence, and play
🔥 How to create your own “joyful bubble” and invite others in

⏰ Timeline Summary
[0:00 ] Introduction to Aisha and her extraordinary journey
[5:10 ] Defining herself as a “wonderous spirit” who sees the world as a playground
[10:45 ] Growing up as an orphan in Russia and building independence early on
[17:22 ] Learning boundaries as an empath and creating a “joyful bubble”
[25:50 ] Teenage struggles, belonging, and mapping out her life vision at 15
[33:15 ] Solo travel and exploration... Choosing adventure over fear
[40:05 ] Why adults should relearn play, forgiveness, and curiosity from children

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