You can’t start a fire without a spark

Welcome to the very first episode of Dancing in the Dark.

This is the beginning. A warm, honest introduction to Dancing in the Dark, a space for you who can feel that something in your life is shifting, even if you don’t have the words for it yet.

This episode is about:

  • How to recognize an identity transition while you’re still inside it

  • Why feeling unclear is often a healthy sign, not a problem

  • How to begin a new chapter without a finished plan

Contents

  • Welcome to Dancing in the Dark

  • Why this podcast had to exist, and why now

  • Standing in change without language, but with truth in the body

  • Motherhood, work, and the loss of freedom no one warns you about

  • Life as seasons, not a performance project

  • Your inner library: everything you already carry

  • The story behind why I named the podcast Dancing in the Dark

  • Choosing to stand in the dark, just before something lights up

Key takeaways

  • You’re not behind, you’re in motion

  • Clarity often follows honesty, not the other way around

  • You don’t have to start from zero to start again

  • Ambition and care are not opposites

  • Your frustration may be the beginning of something true

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About this podcast

Dancing in the Dark is a personal podcast by Helene Christensen, founder of Eksakt.

It’s a space for reflections on transition, identity, creativity, and the moments where clarity hasn’t arrived yet.

This podcast is not about having the answers, but about staying present while something new is taking shape.

Host: Helene Christensen. Strategic storyteller, creative consultant, and founder of Eksakt

Helene is based in Copenhagen, Denmark, and is working internationally.

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Disclaimer

This podcast reflects my personal experiences, thoughts, and perspectives.

Nothing shared here should be understood as professional, medical, or therapeutic advice.

If something resonates, feel free to share the episode with someone who might need it, and you’re always welcome to reach out. I’m here as a friend from afar.