Get to know... Larissa D’Sa

Content creator Larissa D’Sa is craving fresh oysters, tracking her steps, and wishing she could meet Novak Djokovic

Get to know... Larissa D’Sa

Currently I am

Relaunching Beyond Larissa, my fine jewellery brand inspired by the diverse cultures I’ve experienced.

High point in life

22nd September 2024, when I started my show Beyond Borders and Banter.

Low point in life

Every moment, whether high or low, is as fleeting and impermanent. This perspective allows me to stay detached from both extremes.

On my playlist

Good to Be, by Mark Ambor; Killer Queen, by Queen; The Aaron Doughty Podcast.

Today I’m craving

Fresh oysters.

Last thing I ordered online

Groceries for the house.

App I check before going to bed

A fitness app to track my steps.

Advice I’d give my 18-year-old self

18-year-old Larissa was rebellious, and she’s got everything she ever wanted. I love that for her. So, my advice to her will be to do everything her heart desires – because that is where her true happiness lies.

My favourite subject in school

Chemistry.

I’d swipe right on

Manners, humility, and passion.

My secret skill

I used to be a tattoo artist. I still have the skills.

A magic tool I wish I had

Something that would let me pause time.

My favourite Sunday memory

I remember the hikes in the monsoon, or a beach day in Goa while it was pouring. The ocean, when it rains, is heavenly.

My plans for next Sunday

Heading back to school. I’ll be on campus as a student for a few weeks, sharpening my design and business skills. Never stop learning.

My most star-struck moment

Hasn’t arrived yet. But it will be when I meet Novak Djokovic.

My favourite bad habit

I’m that friend who hits you while you laugh.

If I could travel back or forward in time, I’d

Not change a thing. I am happy with the present.

The best thing about fame

You get to inspire people and give back to your community.

The worst thing about fame

You lose the luxury of living unnoticed.