Studio 20+

Hello, I’m Marianne — Let’s Connect Offline!

Thank you for stopping by! If you landed here from Selfcarejournals.com or the Dutch website Omgaanmetgeluid.nl, you might be wondering what happened to those sites.

Well, I took them offline. But what about all the content, insights and ideas I’ve created over the years? Don’t worry, I still love sharing all of it — just in a more personal way. For now, we can explore them together in personal sessions.

Here’s the honest story: I’m a super creative idea sharer. Over the years, I’ve written tons of coaching materials — I love beginnings, teaching, writing and creating. But what I don’t love? Being online all the time, scrolling through social media, or spending hours editing content on a screen.

As a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP), especially sensitive to sounds (what they call Misophonia — though I have my own take on that as an experience expert!), I literally need regular time offline.

My nervous system is happiest when I’m working from home or wandering through nature, where it can stretch out and sigh with relief. Trying to fit myself into an always-online world? Nope — not for me. So, I’ve learned to honour what my system needs (and trust me, life feels way better this way).

When a dear friend told me, “Keep it simple. Keep it small,” I did the opposite. I built entire platforms to help people online, but my heart kept calling me back to my OFF-grid life and the joy of real, offline connection.

That’s why I created Studio20 and brought everything home to Hellomarianne.com. It’s not just a website — it’s a way of saying hello to me, Marianne! And Studio20? That’s a nod to my September 20th birthday, plus the 20+ ideas I’m always dreaming up and eager to share.

So, while the courses are offline, creativity is very much alive. If you'd like to connect, collaborate, or explore ideas together, I’d love to hear from you. And if you need support with self-care or navigating the busy, sometimes noisy world, I can help you find balance. Let’s connect and make things happen — online or offline.

Just say hello — I’d love to connect!

With care,
Marianne de Kuyper

P.S. The insights, ideas, and content I’ve gathered over the years on platforms like Selfcarejournals.com and Omgaanmetgeluid.nl (Dealing With Sounds) remain close to my heart, and I love sharing them. I now prefer a more personal approach, so how about we dive into them together during a session or workshop?

One day, I dream of publishing these insights in colorful books inspired by the vibrant hues of the Bo-Kaap houses in Cape Town — my favorite place in the world, and a city I hope to live and create from someday.

If you’re a publisher looking for ready-to-edit, vibrant content, I’d love to connect — all the materials are waiting to be brought to life! 🌈✨