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Lessons from two years of unconventional living on meaning, simplicity, connection, and redefining success

In a world constantly asking us to do, achieve, consume, and become more, how do we remember what actually makes our lives and careers meaningful to us? Through my unfiltered story of stepping away from a high-stress corporate life to explore meaning and live simply in a tiny house in the forest, I share the lessons I learned about reconnecting with what truly matters.

Duration: 60 minutes (customizable)

Themes explored: Meaning, success, priorities, courage, simplicity, intentional living, adventure

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Joanie Lacroix

Founder of Pastel Fluo

A talk by Marie-Pier Darsigny… is nothing short of a gift! Marie-Pier has this way of instantly reconnecting us with the intelligence of the heart. Her journey is deeply inspiring, and her quest for a life rich in meaning reflects what so many people are feeling today. Her path is not only remarkable, it also carries a message that our times deeply need: having the courage to step away from the pursuit of “more and more” and reconnect with what truly matters.

Through her story, she reminds us that we often have more freedom than we realize to reinvent our lives. That behind every transition, every letting go of an old identity, there may be a life infinitely more aligned with who we truly are.

Thank you, Marie-Pier, for your humanity. Thank you for this tremendous dose of inspiration. Thank you for reminding us that a simpler life is not a life of deprivation; on the contrary, it can be a much richer life — richer in time, presence, connection, freedom… and meaning!

A talk that feels deeply nourishing, opens up new possibilities, and inspires us to gently take the reins of our lives again.

Customized to your needs

Each talk can also be offered as a training and/or workshop format
It can be delivered in French, English, or bilingually
Duration can range from 45 minutes to a full day — with the most popular formats being 60 minutes, 90 minutes, and a half-day
Group sizes: from 10 to 5,000 participants
My goal is to make the experience as enriching and meaningful as possible for everyone :)