Mara van der Rol, a 25-year-old resident of Leeuwarden, shares her experiences on family dynamics, career ambitions, and future aspirations in a candid interview. She reflects on her journey of personal growth and her dreams for the future.

Van der Rol discusses her unconventional family setup, noting her parents’ divorce when she was four and her close relationship with her father, stepmother, and their children. She considers her half-siblings as her full siblings, highlighting the bond she shares with them, especially her 14-year-old sister, with whom she enjoys various activities.

Currently working in customer service for insurer FBTO, Van der Rol is also an aspiring entrepreneur with her own clothing webshop. She acknowledges the challenges of balancing both commitments but remains determined to achieve success in her entrepreneurial ventures. Inspired by her family’s entrepreneurial background, she values their support and guidance.

Looking ahead, Van der Rol envisions herself living on the Spanish coast with her partner and child, managing a thriving webshop or pursuing other fulfilling endeavors. She also acknowledges her personal growth, particularly in embracing her sensitivity, which she once perceived as a weakness.

She describes herself as a Gen Z’er with a hint of boomer tendencies. Although she admits to a slight addiction to her phone, she recognizes the importance of disconnecting and engaging in real-world experiences.

Van der Rol emphasizes her desire to be a self-made entrepreneur and her wanderlust to explore the world. Inspired by her grandmother’s journey from the United States to the Netherlands, she hopes to travel extensively and immerse herself in different cultures. She is proud of quitting smoking to save money and invest in other things.