Being on stage from age 4, performing dance, acting and singing boosted my confidence in public speaking. Often spoke on the stage at primary and secondary school, and became a theatre artist at age 14, where I was acting and comparing a few shows. I was invited as an official guest speaker for the local cooperative bank at age 19. Since the age of 19, I’ve been a sought-after speaker in the area to inspire others and help find new pathways. Despite the initial surprise – a young, single mom creating life in a challenging situation – my passion and drive to create a better life for my son fueled my journey.
New Zealand opened up new doors as a public speaker where I was sharing my insights into life, and my creative journey. Many found my story inspiring and motivational which gave me various opportunities to speak publicly about my journey, obstacles and achievements to the wider audience. From small intimate groups to large public festivals. Align with my deep knowledge and experience about wellness, spices, holistic living and manifestations become another part of the speech series.
If you seek a dynamic and engaging speaker with a cheerful personality who connects deeply with the audience and delivers memorable insights, then you’ve found her.
Speeches & Wellness Talks
From a young entrepreneur and single mother in India to a cultural ambassador in New Zealand, my journey is filled with resilience, creativity, and inspiration. I share my experiences to motivate and empower others to follow their dreams.
With a deep understanding of holistic wellness, I guide individuals on a journey toward physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. My approach blends traditional practices with modern insights for a balanced, healthy lifestyle.
Empowering women and communities has always been my passion. Through my talks, I provide practical advice and inspiration, encouraging everyone to embrace their potential and create positive change in their lives.
HER Festival Speech
I had the incredible honour of sharing my story at the HER Festival in 2023, just before the keynote speech by Jacinda Ardern, the former Prime Minister of New Zealand. This unforgettable experience allowed me to connect with a diverse audience and celebrate the power of women’s voices. Check out the festival’s full agenda below. I received complementing private messages after my speech.
Inspiring and Engaging Speeches
In addition to the topics above, I can also speak about Diwali, Hindu beliefs, arranged marriages, the history of India, Ayurveda, and simple living. Additionally, I cover subjects such as creating everyday rituals for a positive mind, manifestation, the importance of journaling, and gratitude practices.
Let’s talk – hello@anjudesai.co.nz
How I Can Help
Hi there!
It’s wonderful to connect with you here. As we become more aware of our mind-body-soul connection, we seek simple guidelines to understand holistic living. This involves mindful eating, daily mindfulness practices, and working on our manifestations. I was raised in an Ayurvedic holistic lifestyle and know how simplicity can create abundance for the soul and body. Let me help you change simple micro habits to create a soulful life.
With my passions for creativity, art, writing, coaching, and speaking, I’m excited to bring fresh and impressive ideas to your life. Let’s support our community together and bring the best out of them
Thank you for stopping by, and I look forward to catching up soon!
Anju Desai
What Our Clients Say
Hi Anju I saw you speak y’day at Her festival. Thank you for your story. As a single parent and survivor of domestic violence your story resonated very strongly with me. You have also inspired me to believe in the next chapters of life and that one can start afresh. I’m finally getting my strength and power back as an independent woman and your description of returning to your creativity and regaining your spirit and strength has stuck with me ever since your talk. Thank you so much. Your resilience humility honesty and self belief was intoxicating. You have given me a huge amount of faith that starting again isn’t a negative but a positive opportunity. Thank you so much xx Sarah
Sarah Hodgetts
I was very inspired by your sharings and have really thought about the best action to demonstrate to my children. To be the inspiration for them as we are their role models so they be empowered to have healthy relationships in the future
Thank you very much and hope more people will get inspired by your story and thought and morels. 
