Most recently I did some work for an organisation who was trying to write a report about regeneration, and that’s working with mostly Indigenous people, capturing the process of how they’re working together. Indigenous to which land?Lots of different ones, working across the world virtually. That noise is gonna get frustrating! — she said, asContinue reading “Lindsey Sandbrook”
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Ioanna
I asked Ioanna, “You mentioned you’re going on a retreat. What’s your intention?”“I’ve been practicing with Bella for a year now, and I really like her methods,” she replied. “I’m not sure I have a specific intention. Right now, I’m going through a huge shift in terms of energy and space. Honestly, I think it’sContinue reading “Ioanna”
David
Hi! I’m a clinical psychologist working in psychiatry and especially with psychological traumas. I find your approach fascinating—it seems to offer a kind of healing. It would be really nice to get a chance to meet you!Best regards,David “Do you like your name?” I asked him when we met for the interview.“Oh, I like it,”Continue reading “David”
Alexandra Khonkina
“How are you feeling?”“Cold.”“Are you talking about the temperature outside or your general mood?”“The temperature outside, but in general, it’s also kind of cold.” “What usually warms you up?”“Strong emotions—something intense and explosive, something that creates energy. It doesn’t even have to be positive in the usual sense. Even something painful can warm me. ForContinue reading “Alexandra Khonkina”
Darya Siamchuk
She came with court shoes in a bag. Without removing her black coat, she swapped her winter boots for the sleek heels, and seemed more than ready.“Did you change to keep your feet warm?” I asked.“No, it’s to complete my outfit,” she said, matter-of-factly.“That’s very unusual for East Europeans,” I thought.She sat a few metersContinue reading “Darya Siamchuk”
Nikita Vlassenko
“How did you realize fashion was your passion?” I asked.“My parents exposed me to culture at a very young age, and my father has always been deeply sensitive to anything related to beauty,” Nikita began, his voice warm and deliberate, prolonging his words with a soft smile. “My first real encounter with fashion was whenContinue reading “Nikita Vlassenko”
Adele
“Do you consider yourself a free person?” I asked.“No,” she said. “I grew up constantly trying to be the best version of myself—to make my parents proud, to have friends, to catch the attention of boys I liked. It was always about improving myself. But eventually, it became exhausting, trying to live up to thisContinue reading “Adele”
Camille
“How do you feel?” I asked her.“I’m excited to talk with you,” she said with a laugh. “And there’s your dog! I’m always happy when I see a dog.” “What does happiness mean to you?”“It’s that feeling when you don’t need or want anything more than what you already have. When I’m happy, I can’tContinue reading “Camille”
Marine
“You are a teacher of mindfulness and assist people in equitherapy. Let’s start with mindfulness—what is it?” I asked her.“It’s a state of being present—in your thoughts, feelings, and environment. It’s about learning to observe without judgment and embracing the present moment instead of dwelling on the past or worrying about the future.” “Is thereContinue reading “Marine”
Elena
“How do you feel?” I asked her.“Excited!” she replied.“Could you describe this feeling?”“I feel it in my gut. It makes me happy and makes me smile. But it also brings a little nervousness about the unknown.” “What does happiness mean to you?”“Being at peace with yourself and truly accepting your life situation.” “Is there somethingContinue reading “Elena”
