'From Riyadh to Rio'
A Soul-Stirring Read of Navigating the Intricacies of Identity and Resilience, ensuring ‘HOME’ is always within reach
'From Riyadh to Rio'
A Soul-Stirring Read of Navigating the Intricacies of Identity and Resilience, ensuring ‘HOME’ is always within reach
Nurturing Your Inner Sanctuary:
“A Healing Journey to Inner Fulfillment and Redefining the Meaning of 'Home' with Olla Abbas”
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Hey, I'm Olla
A travel junkie, inner explorer, and all about those soulful moments and connections.
Picture this: my story kicks off in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, where I took my first breath and stumbled through those early life steps. Despite nearly two decades in this beautiful city, as a second-generation immigrant, I discovered early on that the only home I knew was not mine to call my own a temporary sanctuary.
So, I set off on a wild ride looking for a place to call home. Leaving behind the familiar walls of childhood for uncharted territories spanning over 30+ countries. Along the way, I built a global family, got schooled by some wise mentors, and even shared stages with the likes of Vishen Lakhiani, Michael Beckwith, and Lisa Nichols.
But let’s keep it real—it wasn’t all sunshine and rainbows. My pursuit? To shine a light on the down-low struggles immigrants face with identity and belonging.
My journey is still teaching me the ropes. From belly laughs to ugly cries, each city dished out lessons that led me to healing and slowly (but surely) crafting my ‘own’ inner sanctuary. Wanna dive deep into the full rollercoaster? Click on the link below, and let’s unravel the whole dang story!
From Riyadh to Rio
Navigating the intricacies of identity and resilience, ensuring ‘home’ is always within reach
Testimonial
What people have to say about me
“From Riyadh to Rio’ is a captivating exploration of navigating diverse cultures and beliefs, illuminating the complexities of self-identity in the process. With an important message for our era of global migration, this moving read urges us to embrace a profound sense of home no matter where our journeys take us.”
Marisa Peer
Bestselling Author of ‘Tell Yourself a Better Lie’ and a Leading Therapist
Working with Olla is like working for one of the best team members you could ever have. She genuinely cares about every single detail to ensure that everyone who is at whatever creation you’ve made, an event, a mastermind, or any kind of experience is there to serve and delight… She goes above, and beyond and ensures that it is one of the most magical experiences you could ever imagine. As a matter of fact, it’s beyond what you can even imagine. It’s absolutely essential to have someone like Olla so they can understand how to elevate your brand based on creating these unique experiences. Plus… Takes on more responsibility than required, goes above and beyond, and is on time with every deliverable.
Jason Marc Campbell,
Author | Public Speaker | Podcast Host | Sales and Marketing Consultant
Olla is, without a doubt, the epitome of compassion and humility. Her unwavering commitment to self-reflection and personal development is an aspect of her character that I find truly inspiring. Over the past 10+ years of working closely with Olla, I have seen her in various roles, and in every role, she has always been someone who can be fully relied on. She has a remarkable ability to think strategically and envision the big picture. Olla possesses a unique talent for turning visionary concepts into tangible realities.
What sets Olla apart is her exceptional skill in crafting transformational experiences. She has an innate ability to create spaces that go beyond the ordinary, where individuals feel a profound sense of belonging. Olla’s knack for making people feel at home is rooted in her own beautiful life journey, where she has discovered and cultivated a sense of home within herself.
Kadi Oja
Co-founder of Kohin Community, Head of Mindvalley University
I’ve had the privilege of working and doing life with Olla. As a professional, Olla never fails to wow us all with her creative ideas and her eye for detail. She always goes above and beyond the general job scope and is reliable and responsible. The best part about working with Olla is her optimism regardless of the situation, even during challenges. Her ability to uplift and inspire others is such a gift. In life, what I most admire about Olla is her integrity. She walks the talk and exudes authenticity everywhere she goes. Whether at work, in her love relationship, or with her family and friends, Olla is true to who she is through and through. Her life experiences have brought about her uniqueness in character, and it is such a breath of fresh air for those who have had the pleasure of being in her company. If I can just put it in a few short few words, Olla is like a comforting cup of hot chocolate on a cold winter’s day. She is truly a gem of a person 
Lu Xanne,,
Tedx speaker, Forbes Coaches Council, Ms. Universe Malaysia 2012 (1st Runner Up)
“I don’t know whether I love Olla more or the book more – it’s going to be a toss-up. I read the entire book. I experienced all sorts of emotions – from tears of sorrow to tears of joy and everything in between. Olla is a brilliant storyteller on the stage and in the book. This book will not only make you think, but it will also touch your heart and soul.”
Rajesh Setty
Author of 16 Published Books, Entrepreneur, and Bionic Comic
“From Riyadh to Rio’ is a captivating exploration of navigating diverse cultures and beliefs, illuminating the complexities of self-identity in the process. With an important message for our era of global migration, this moving read urges us to embrace a profound sense of home no matter where our journeys take us.”
Marisa Peer
Bestselling Author of ‘Tell Yourself a Better Lie’ and a Leading Therapist
Working with Olla is like working for one of the best team members you could ever have. She genuinely cares about every single detail to ensure that everyone who is at whatever creation you’ve made, an event, a mastermind, or any kind of experience is there to serve and delight… She goes above, and beyond and ensures that it is one of the most magical experiences you could ever imagine. As a matter of fact, it’s beyond what you can even imagine. It’s absolutely essential to have someone like Olla so they can understand how to elevate your brand based on creating these unique experiences. Plus… Takes on more responsibility than required, goes above and beyond, and is on time with every deliverable.
Jason Marc Campbell,
Author | Public Speaker | Podcast Host | Sales and Marketing Consultant
Olla is, without a doubt, the epitome of compassion and humility. Her unwavering commitment to self-reflection and personal development is an aspect of her character that I find truly inspiring. Over the past 10+ years of working closely with Olla, I have seen her in various roles, and in every role, she has always been someone who can be fully relied on. She has a remarkable ability to think strategically and envision the big picture. Olla possesses a unique talent for turning visionary concepts into tangible realities.
What sets Olla apart is her exceptional skill in crafting transformational experiences. She has an innate ability to create spaces that go beyond the ordinary, where individuals feel a profound sense of belonging. Olla’s knack for making people feel at home is rooted in her own beautiful life journey, where she has discovered and cultivated a sense of home within herself.
Kadi Oja
Co-founder of Kohin Community, Head of Mindvalley University
I’ve had the privilege of working and doing life with Olla. As a professional, Olla never fails to wow us all with her creative ideas and her eye for detail. She always goes above and beyond the general job scope and is reliable and responsible. The best part about working with Olla is her optimism regardless of the situation, even during challenges. Her ability to uplift and inspire others is such a gift. In life, what I most admire about Olla is her integrity. She walks the talk and exudes authenticity everywhere she goes. Whether at work, in her love relationship, or with her family and friends, Olla is true to who she is through and through. Her life experiences have brought about her uniqueness in character, and it is such a breath of fresh air for those who have had the pleasure of being in her company. If I can just put it in a few short few words, Olla is like a comforting cup of hot chocolate on a cold winter’s day. She is truly a gem of a person
Lu Xanne,,
Tedx speaker, Forbes Coaches Council, Ms. Universe Malaysia 2012 (1st Runner Up)
“I don’t know whether I love Olla more or the book more – it’s going to be a toss-up. I read the entire book. I experienced all sorts of emotions – from tears of sorrow to tears of joy and everything in between. Olla is a brilliant storyteller on the stage and in the book. This book will not only make you think, but it will also touch your heart and soul.”
Rajesh Setty
Author of 16 Published Books, Entrepreneur, and Bionic Comic
“From Riyadh to Rio’ is a captivating exploration of navigating diverse cultures and beliefs, illuminating the complexities of self-identity in the process. With an important message for our era of global migration, this moving read urges us to embrace a profound sense of home no matter where our journeys take us.”
Marisa Peer
Bestselling Author of ‘Tell Yourself a Better Lie’ and a Leading Therapist