Chantal de Nauta, 53
The Fabulous Over 40 Women's Portrait Campaign
If your friends/family had to describe you in 3-4 words, what would they say?
Loyal
Sweet
Caring
Bit weird - crazy
What would you say is your best emotional quality?
Energetic and passionate
What is your occupation and how do you like to spend your free time?
For work, I am the culture & people manager @ Bergman Clinics. In my free time, I like to be outside (walk, golf, hockey, padel),read books, borrelen and enjoy time with my friends or family
What are you most proud of?
Being a mum that is loved by her children for who she is - Being a mum is my most rewarding job in life. Also making a career alongside that.
What is your favourite poem, quote or saying?
Just do it..
Collect moments not things.
What advice would you give your 20-year old self looking back?
Enjoy more!
When you entered your 50's, what did you find were the most significant or poignant changes?
Time gets shorter so use it well. Make Better choices. Appreciation.
Do you have a story about yourself that you would like to share?
I’m half Italian but not a great cook. I love to drink and eat though!
What are your thoughts on aging?
I am happy to get older. But you want to get older but not to be older. So keep calm - forever young. Keep the spirit.
Do you still have a dream or big goal that you would love to accomplish? What are the skills or things that you'd still love to learn?
I would like to learn to playan instrument and be better at golf.