“When you asked what love feels like, it’s so hard to explain,” she said. “But I could draw it—not anything specific, just colours.”“And what are the colours of love?” I asked.“A lot of bright orange, deep blue, and dark green.”
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John Miserendino
“Is there something you’re trying to avoid in life?” I asked John.“Sure, plenty of things,” he said with a laugh. “Do you mean psychologically or something more concrete?”“Both,” I replied.He laughed again, louder this time. “Well, right now!” he said, his voice booming, almost as if I were in another room. Later, I realized itContinue reading “John Miserendino”
Laura
“We cannot protect ourselves only from a specific negative experience in life. When we close our hearts and grow an extra layer of skin we become less vulnerable, but at the same time we shield ourselves from everything subtle, beautiful and spontaneous.”
Zoëy
“For the past two years, I’ve run my own business as a home organizer,” she began, her words quick, with the faint lilt of a Midlands accent. “I do interior design and help people declutter their homes—basically, I create calm, peaceful spaces.”She had come all the way from Long Eaton, a quiet town in Nottinghamshire,Continue reading “Zoëy”
Larissa
“What is decent sex for you?”“Well, my first boyfriend was really bad at sex. It was kind of boring. I have a vivid imagination, and I’ve always wanted to explore more. After him, I slept with several men and women who weren’t my partners.”“So, what would you consider decent sex?”“It’s when you lose yourself, whenContinue reading “Larissa”
Jess
“What matters most in life to you?” I asked Jessica.“Kindness is very important to me. No matter who I meet, how they look, or how they speak, I’m always open. I don’t judge people, and because of that, I see the good in them.” Her voice was soft, confident, and calm. “What do you believeContinue reading “Jess”
Konstantin
“We are constantly dying and being reborn in every moment. If we accept that change is natural, we can embrace it. But most people resist—they cling to things: houses, spouses, money, status, anything that feels secure. Yet, as the Buddhists say, suffering arises when we hold on to what we think we have, when inContinue reading “Konstantin”
Valentina
Trigger warning – this interview discusses suicidal feelings. ‘Let’s talk about how you make your living,’ I said.‘I’m an artistic director,’ she replied.I was waiting for the continuation. She tried to tell me something but her lips seemed glued together. ‘Could you explain to me what you actually do?’‘All that (speaks indistinctly) like illustration, photos,Continue reading “Valentina”
Sophia
‘Why do you trust me to make your tattoo?’ I asked.‘I appreciate the feeling of unknown,’ she answered. Sophia, from Nurnberg, Germany, is 24 years old. She came to me as she is, a bit shy but showing her pleasant smile and impatient blue eyes. Though blessed with a pretty face, she did not playContinue reading “Sophia”
Eila Strandmark
‘If you got a billion euro, how would you spend it?’ I asked Eila, staring at her nose covered with freckles.‘I would like to educate girls in India.’ Said Eila not hesitated for a second.I was glad to hear it from a 22-year-old woman. The answer like that gives me hope that young people areContinue reading “Eila Strandmark”
