An Interview With

Nastiya Kai

SEASON 4 | EPISODE 77 | 4 DEC 2024

From Wanderlust to Soundwaves: Nastiya Kai's Journey of Reinvention

In this episode, we dive into the extraordinary life of Nastiya Kai, a global nomad born in Moscow, Russia, whose journey has been nothing short of a rollercoaster. From traversing the globe for studies to dropping out of high school in grade 10, Nastiya’s story is one of constant reinvention and relentless pursuit of passion.

Over the past 7 months, Nastiya has crisscrossed the vibrant landscapes of NYC, LA, Paris, and Moscow, absorbing the diverse cultures that have shaped her unconventional path. Tune in as she unravels the layers of her life, sharing insights into the chaos that ensued due to her battles with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) and addiction.

At 22, Nastiya made the decision to embark on a journey of self-discovery and healing, initiating therapy that would transform her trajectory. From the depths of a chaotic lifestyle, she emerged with newfound courage and clarity.

For 3-4 years, Nastiya delved into the world of fashion design, leaving an indelible mark by establishing the first fully zero waste clothing brand in Russia. However, her journey took another unexpected turn when she made the bold decision to close this chapter in November 2022, opting to pursue a passion she had harboured in secret for years – music.

Join us as Nastiya Kai opens up about the courage it took to step into the world of music professionally. Learn about how the pursuit of music became a beacon of purpose and expression amidst the tumultuous chapters of her life.

This episode is a testament to resilience, reinvention, and the pursuit of one’s true calling. Nastiya Kai’s journey from fashion design to the world of music is a symphony of self-discovery, courage, and unapologetic reinvention. Don’t miss this captivating exploration of a life lived on the fringes, where chaos paved the way for creative rebirth.

Born in Moscow, Russia. She spent her life traveling the world for studies etc.

She then spent the past 7 months between NYC, LA, Paris, Moscow.

Dropped out of high school in grade 10 and spent the next few years going to different universities and dropping out and starting again.

She lived a very chaotic lifestyle due to her BPD and addiction, started therapy at 22 and worked in fashion design for 3-4 years and owned the first fully zero waste clothing brand in Russia. Nastiya then shut down the business in November 22 to pursue music as this is what she has always done in secret but never had the courage to pursue professionally.

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  • Her musical journey, including her origins in Russia and Her experiences in various cities around the world
  • She found solace in music after a difficult time, and it became a source of happiness and fulfilment
  • The importance of taking small steps towards a goal, even if it feels insignificant, as it can lead to greater confidence and progress
  • Her personal experience with borderline personality disorder (BPD) and how it has affected their life, including their emotional state and creative expression.
  • Mental health, songwriting, and honesty in this process
  • Her single ‘Wild One’ – meaning and writing process
  • Her future music releases in 2024

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