“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”
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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”
Zoé
“I don’t like when things change, even if it can be for the better. I like things to always be in order,” she said to me.“Change is inevitable, isn’t it?”“I know, I know. It’s very complicated for me.” “Are you afraid to die?”“Yes, I’m very afraid that my life could stop. I simply don’t wantContinue reading “Zoé”
Marina
“What’s your greatest achievement?” I asked her.“I think I’m fortunate when it comes to making connections with people. I feel loved by them, and that makes me feel truly rich,” she replied. “What does it mean to connect with someone?”“It’s when there’s an instant spark, a kind of chemistry that creates a shared desire toContinue reading “Marina”
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”
Khalid Semmate
“I opened my pharmacy in this part of Paris, a central area that’s home to many emigrants, especially those newly arrived. This situation has shaped the way I work, pushing me to adapt and provide genuine support for these people. Being a pharmacist here is nothing like working in the tourist districts, where pharmacies oftenContinue reading “Khalid Semmate”
Lera
What are your aspirations?I aspire to what my body asks, she said, linking her hands behind her head.And how does it ask you?Affectionately. Is there something you feel is missing in your life?Yes, a grip on the material world.Interesting. Can you explain?I don’t know how to make money yet, she replied, sliding down the sofaContinue reading “Lera”
