Meet Naz Aksu

Naz Aksu is a leading voice behind the Live Like Water mindset, an author, open-water swimmer, coach and entrepreneur. From a small town in Turkey to building a new life in the U.S., her journey of transformation has made her a voice for adaptability, inner strength, and emotional resilience.

Aksu, who began swimming to escape from herself, instead embarked on a journey of self-discovery with the wisdom of water. Over the years, water has become her greatest teacher—not only through swimming in rough waters, but in observing it through rivers, rain, tears, and even silence in the shower—reminding her to surrender, adapt, and trust the flow.

With this deep personal connection, Naz now inspires others to move from resistance to flow—just like water.

Author

She is the author of the forthcoming book Live Like Water, a transformative guide to embracing resilience, adaptability, and presence in an increasingly fast-paced world. Naz offers a refreshing new way to approach life’s challenges — not by pushing harder, but by remembering how to move with ease, trust, and inner strength.

In Live Like Water, Naz shares powerful stories and mindset shifts that encourage readers to release resistance, embrace simplicity, and reconnect with their true nature. The book’s message is clear: you don’t need to become someone new — you need to remember who you already are.

Live Like Water will be released through IG Introspections.

Entrepreneur

She is the co-founder and CEO of 25karats.com, a nationally recognized online wedding jewelry brand celebrated in the media for its innovative customization and timeless craftsmanship. With thousands of happy customers, 25karats specializes in wedding rings that mark life's most meaningful moments.

Naz leads the company with a clear mission: to build personal connections and witness the raw emotion behind each love story they help celebrate.

Coach & Athlete

As a certified swim coach for masters and adult swimmers, Naz has worked with hundreds of swimmers, helping them reconnect with their bodies, overcome fear, and build confidence through the healing power of water. Her own marathon open-water practice is both a personal sanctuary and a source of strength.

She is certified by USA Swimming, American Swimming & Coaches Association (ASCA), and US Masters Swimming (USMS).

Voice in Wellness & Endurance

Naz has contributed as a guest editor for Outdoor Fitness Turkey magazine, sharing insights on endurance, mindset, and the transformative wisdom of water for seven years. Whether in the pool, at the podium, or in the boardroom, she continues to lead by example—flowing forward with purpose, passion, and presence.