Don’t Ration Passion:

I empower people to live a fulfilling and balanced life by guiding them to prioritize their passions and connect with their adventurous spirit! As an immigrant who began my journey in the military as a cook and later became a combat pilot, mountaineer, and adventure filmmaker, I’ve learned to embrace failure, silence external pressures, and boldly pursue my dreams. I challenge audiences to discover their true passions, embrace failure as part of the process, and inspire them to align those passions with their careers. My goal is to empower people to live authentically, creating harmony and balance in all aspects of their lives.

Media

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A woman motivational and inpirational speaking into a microphone on stage with Texas Public Radio signage in the background.
A person in camouflage military uniform standing in front of a screen displaying a large aircraft, speaking or presenting.
U.S. Air Force officer in uniform speaking at a press conference, holding a microphone in her right hand. The nameplate in front of her reads "Capt. Ilma Vallee, Flight Cmdr 558th Flying Training Squadron, U.S. Air Force."
A collection of aviation-related magazines and newspapers spread out on a surface, featuring covers and articles about aviation, pilots, and travel destinations. Notable publications include 'Aviation for Women,' 'AviNation,' and a San Antonio travel
A group of personnel in a dining hall, many wearing gray shirts with reflective suspenders, listen to a woman in a military uniform who is holding a microphone. Red water bottles and jackets are on the tables.

Get in touch.

Reach out if you'd like me to speak at your organization, company, or community. I’m passionate about self-improvement and would love to help others move beyond a stagnant routine and toward a more fulfilling life.