Regina Kozhevnikova shared their story and experiences with us recently and you can find our conversation below.
Hi Regina , thank you for taking the time to reflect back on your journey with us. I think our readers are in for a real treat. There is so much we can all learn from each other and so thank you again for opening up with us. Let’s get into it: What is a normal day like for you right now?
A normal day for me right now is a balance between family, creativity, and growth. I usually start my mornings by spending time with my daughters before school – those little conversations and laughs give me the energy I need for the whole day. After that, I dedicate time to writing and working on creative projects, especially children’s stories that I hope will inspire kids and parents alike. My afternoons are often filled with learning, exploring new opportunities, and connecting with people who share the same passion for growth and creativity. And of course, no day is complete without a walk by the ocean — that’s where I recharge and find new ideas.
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
My name is Regina Kozhevnikova, and I am a creative entrepreneur, mother, and lifelong learner. My daughter Carolina is the author of a bilingual children’s book series that I help edit and support — together we are building stories that inspire imagination and kindness while connecting two cultures and languages. Supporting her journey has become one of my proudest roles.
Alongside this creative path, I am studying cybersecurity and training to become a notary public, while also running my own businesses — an eBay shop and a Turo car-sharing venture. This balance of creativity, learning, and entrepreneurship allows me to grow and explore new opportunities every day.
At home, I nurture creativity by teaching my children how to write stories, draw, and sew, encouraging them to believe in their ideas. At school, I volunteer in the cafeteria, helping the kids, offering a smile, and showing them that beyond teachers, there are parents who care about them too. My journey is about embracing many roles at once — raising a family, building businesses, learning new skills, and creating a positive impact in the community.
Thanks for sharing that. Would love to go back in time and hear about how your past might have impacted who you are today. Who were you before the world told you who you had to be?
Before the world told me who I had to be, I was simply a girl full of dreams — I would spend hours writing little stories in my notebooks, drawing magical characters, and imagining futures that felt bigger than the walls around me. As I grew older, expectations and responsibilities tried to shape me into something more predictable, something safer. For a while, I thought I had to follow that path. But deep inside, the dreamer never left me.
Over time, I learned that my true strength comes from listening to that inner child — the one who believed that anything was possible. She is the reason I encourage my daughter Carolina to write her own books and let her imagination run free. She is why I continue learning new skills, from cybersecurity to entrepreneurship, proving to myself that reinvention is always possible. And she is why I choose to live a life that feels authentic, creative, and full of purpose. The little dreamer I once was still walks beside me — and I think she always will. I didn’t grow out of my dreams — I grew into them.
Was there ever a time you almost gave up?
Yes, there was a time I almost gave up. When I moved to a new country, everything felt uncertain — a new language, a new system, and no clear roadmap. I was carrying the responsibility of building a future for my daughters while trying to find my own place at the same time. There were nights when I felt exhausted, when fear and doubt whispered that it would be easier to give up and settle for less.
But every time those thoughts came, I reminded myself why I couldn’t stop. I wanted my daughters to see not just a mother, but a fighter, someone who shows by example that even when life is hard, you never let go of your dreams. I realized that strength isn’t about never falling — it’s about standing back up, again and again, even when it hurts. Struggle became my teacher, and resilience became my identity.
Today, whenever I face new challenges, I tell myself: “If I didn’t give up then, I will not give up now.”
✨Strength is built in the moments when giving up seems easier — but you choose to rise instead.
Next, maybe we can discuss some of your foundational philosophies and views? What would your closest friends say really matters to you?
My closest friends would say that what really matters to me is family, kindness, and purpose. I believe that success means little if it isn’t shared, and strength has no meaning if it isn’t used to lift others. For me, being present with my children, supporting my husband as he rebuilds his career from scratch in a new country, and creating a warm environment for those around me are the things that give my life real value. My friends often tell me that I have a way of seeing potential in people and encouraging them to believe in themselves. At the end of the day, what matters most to me is leaving behind not just achievements, but a legacy of love, resilience, and creativity.
Before we go, we’d love to hear your thoughts on some longer-run, legacy type questions. What is the story you hope people tell about you when you’re gone?
I hope the story people tell about me is that I lived with love, courage, and creativity. That I was not afraid to start over and reinvent myself, while still staying true to what matters most — my family. I want people to say that I raised two incredible daughters, Carolina and Stefani, who grew up knowing that their voices, dreams, and ideas matter. That I inspired them not only by words, but by example — showing them that you can build, learn, and create at any stage of life.
Beyond family, I hope people remember me as someone who shared kindness and encouraged others to believe in themselves. That I left behind more than books and projects — I left behind light, resilience, and the reminder that even in the hardest moments, there is always beauty to be found.
If my children believe in their dreams, then I know I have done my job
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