Stella Spirit | Let's Learn And Live Life Together

Essays on ambition, identity, and the inner life

I’m Stella, a Melbourne-based management consultant and TEDx speaker. I use travel and everyday observations to explore mindset, perception, and how we make sense of our lives.

Listen to Stella's TEDxTalk

I've always been fascinated by how our external reality is shaped by our internal one, and how our neural wiring and beliefs form who we become, which I delve into here.

Watch my talk: "The Power of the Stories We Tell Ourselves"

Stella has career coached 20+ students

Caitlin M., Auckland

"My session with Stella was powerful and eye opening. She helped me reflect on my dilemma, then guided me to an effective solution patiently and efficiently. Her ability to wade through mental fog to the core of my emotion was astonishing - I would 100% recommend getting in touch with Stella if you’re in need of some guidance."

Daria V., Yale Student, New York

"My session with Stella was incredibly helpful! She not only walked me through the technical aspects of the case with clarity and structure, but also offered valuable personal feedback that addressed mindset and confidence. I appreciated how thorough and encouraging she was. It felt like coaching beyond just consulting casing!"

Grace K., Auckland

“Stella coached me twice before my MBB interviews and both sessions were super helpful! She gave clear, specific feedback and when I asked follow-up questions, she could explain exactly what I could do better and how to apply it in different scenarios. She was encouraging and thoughtful, and her growth mindset really came through. I left feeling more confident and better prepared. I’d definitely recommend her to anyone preparing for MBB interviews or looking for structured career support.”

Read the essays

When Effort Needs Proof

I laced up my shoes and headed down the hill onto the countryside road, my eyes adjusting to the evening light. My headphones had no battery, which unsettled me more than I expected. Somewhere along the way, I’d conditioned myself to reach a running mood only once my alt-rock playlist started, as if the music was what gave me permission to begin.

Feb 12 min read

My Last Day in Tokyo

Ginkgo trees at Keio University, Tokyo, Japan, December 2025 It was colder today, yesterday’s cloud blanket giving way to a clear blue sky. Ginkgo trees lined the streets, more yellow than ever in the sunshine. As I breathed in the soft ginkgo scent, I let the urge to take a picture go and tried instead to memorise how the leaves shimmered in the wind. Today was my final day in Tokyo. Two navy-dressed ladies pushed green carts; inside sat eight kindergarten children with yell

Dec 9, 20253 min read

The Bamboo at the Temple

The bamboo forest, Oita, Japan, Nov 2025 I climbed up the muddy hill into the bamboo forest at the Japanese temple. Looking up, their leaves clustered overhead, forming a ceiling. I'd seen these bamboo trees every day. In daylight, they shone softly, swaying and rustling when the wind picked up. I always noticed them, but only in passing, as I went for a run, started the car, or pulled weeds from the garden. They were part of the background, something stable and constant, ea

Nov 29, 20252 min read