How to Care? Resilience in the Polycrisis
Katharina van Bronswijk, Nikolas Bieleit-Medicus
How can we find stability amidst global crises? What feelings do these crises evoke in us? Resilience builds on effectiveness and self-care.
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Katharina van Bronswijk and Nikolas Bieleit-Medicus are psychologists and facilitators with expertise in cognitive behavioral therapy, Zen Buddhism, and social impact ecosystems. Their workshop, "How to Care? Resilience in the Polycrisis," explores how to find stability amidst global crises, the emotions these crises evoke, and how to build resilience through effectiveness and self-care. Participants will deepen their understanding of resilience, develop individual action plans to address today's challenges, and learn to handle the emotional impact of crises. Katharina and Nikolas's vision is to foster connection and collective effectiveness in resisting environmental destruction and irresponsible actions by corporations and political actors, contributing to a healthier and more resilient society.
Liberate your Heart: Juicy Jivamukti Yoga for Settling In
Sophie Karbjinski
We will practice a gentle arrival meditation, then move through a warm-up sequence, a more dynamic flow, and cool down towards the end with some long-hold asanas and finally, a sweet savasana.
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Sophie Karbjinski is a yogini, mystic, activist, performance artist, and embodied spiritual researcher with extensive training in yoga and a background in political science and philosophy. Her session, "Liberate your Heart," involves a gentle arrival meditation, warm-up sequence, dynamic flow, long-hold asanas, and a final sweet savasana with guided body-relaxation. Participants learn to connect with their own being, hone the skill of awareness in connection with conscious breath and movement, and receive philosophical insights from ancient yoga traditions and Vajrayana Buddhist wisdom. Sophie's vision is for a world where all humans are radically awake, fully embodied, and connected through their hearts and minds, with yoga as a powerful practice for cultivating presence, groundedness, and compassion in the 21st century.
Rise and Unwind: Morning Somatic Movement for Emotional Clarity
Jeanie Jadias
This session is designed to gently awaken your body and mind through a series of intentional, mindful movements.
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Jeanie Jadias is a certified somatic breathworker, bodyworker, and mental health coach. She developed the BERN method, guiding individuals towards emotional liberation and mental stability. Her session, "Rise and Unwind," gently awakens the body and mind through mindful movements, promoting the release of stored emotional stress and fostering emotional balance and clarity. Participants learn to create a serene and focused mental state for independent self-healing on days of physical or mental strain. The session is not suitable for pregnant women or those prone to epileptic seizures. Jeanie's vision is to help individuals spread positivity, build stronger relationships, and contribute to a healthier community through emotional clarity and balance, ultimately making the world a better place for everyone.
Regenerative Systems - Inspired by Nature
Johannes Milke
Working in Harmony with Nature: Introduction to Regenerative Organizational Forms and Cyclical Work.
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Johannes Milke is an expert in regenerative entrepreneurship and agile coaching with over 10 years of experience. His workshop, "Regenerative Systems - Inspired by Nature," introduces regenerative organizational forms and cyclical work. After an interactive introduction, participants identify qualities and characteristics of natural rhythms and apply them to their work context. The workshop aims to provide new insights and inspiration that participants can apply to their own projects, empowering them to create regenerative spaces. Johannes's goal is to foster a deeper understanding of working in harmony with nature, contributing to sustainable development and creating regenerative organizational systems.
License to Dance
Tal Siano
The workshop blends bass music with somatic therapy exercises, creating an inclusive space for all skill levels and physical abilities.
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Tal Siano is trained in Thai massage, somatic therapy, and is a certified yoga teacher and Fluentbody™ practitioner. The workshop, "License to Dance," combines bass music with somatic therapy exercises, promoting awareness of dance floor culture and the joy of movement without judgment. Inclusive to all skill levels and physical abilities, the workshop aims to free participants' minds and bodies from expectations, allowing movement with sensitivity and pleasure in being oneself. By contributing to a collective composition, participants grow their capacity to create change in the world. Tal's vision is to release minds and bodies from expectation and form, finding pleasure in being oneself and part of a collective composition, ultimately creating a better world through liberated movement and connection.
Morning Meditation
Boris Bornemann
Start the day by connecting deeply to yourself and setting wholesome intentions.
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Dr. Boris Bornemann is a psychologist, neuroscientist, and meditation teacher with over 15 years of experience exploring consciousness. His Morning Meditation session welcomes participants to cultivate calm, insight, and loving-kindness for themselves and others, providing a wholesome start to the day. The practice includes techniques for exploring the realities of our hearts and minds and cultivating wholesome states and traits. Participants are guided to be gentle and allowing, with the freedom to stand up or walk around silently if needed. Boris's vision is to create a healthier and happier society through curious inquiry and meditation, empowering individuals to reclaim their true nature and fostering a world where uniqueness is celebrated.
Fluentbody
Jette Schwarz
Fluentbody class is a combination of movement and somatic therapy that helps to be generous to your body and mind.
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Jette Schwarz is a certified coach for emotional, somatic, and relational intelligence, as well as a somatic therapist in training. Fluentbody, a growing movement initiated by Florencia Lamarca, combines movement and somatic therapy to explore the language, wisdom, and power of our bodies. Participants embark on a journey through movement, connecting and feeling to awaken physical sensations that can also work on an emotional level. The practice aims to help participants be who they are without fitting in or hiding their feelings, providing enough space to be themselves, breathe, play, and connect. Jette's vision is for a world where we witness each other with compassion, bringing to life the powers to connect, support, and express residing within our bodies.
INNERMOST BREATH
Damien Carlier
Breathe and explore your innermost self to be a catalyst for change.
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Damien Carlier, a Nomadic Breather, shifted to breathwork after a life-changing accident and the Covid-19 pandemic. His session, "INNERMOST BREATH," invites participants on a profound journey of introspection and self-exploration through Conscious Connected Breathwork. This transformative process enables personal growth and change by confronting and overcoming fears. Participants are guided to follow their own pace and listen to their bodies, with caution for those with certain health conditions. Damien's mission is to inspire individuals to follow their instincts, embrace their innermost essence, and break free from societal constraints, fostering a world where uniqueness is celebrated and individuals thrive in their personal truths.
5 Tibetan Rites & Breath
Praneet Nair
An age-old practice from Tibet activating and energizing the body, followed by a short breath and meditation practice.
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Praneet Nair is a trained Hatha-Tantra Yoga and Breathwork space holder, merging ancient practices with modern contexts to bridge the gap between non-spiritualists and spiritualists. The "5 Tibetan Rites & Breath" session involves five sets of exercises combining movement, breath, and repetitions, practiced by monks for over 2000 years to enhance vitality, strength, and well-being. The session ends with a short breath and meditation practice. This practice is an excellent start to the day and provides a take-home toolset for vibrant health, rejuvenation, and youthfulness. Participants are guided to follow their own pace and listen to their body, ensuring a safe and beneficial experience.
Voice Activation- Heartfelt Harmonies: Unlocking Your True Voice
Mila Kiwus
In this workshop, participants will experience activities designed to awaken their vocal potential and connect deeply with their inner selves.
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Mila Kiwus, a multi-passionate artist with a profound journey in sound and music, is dedicated to the transformative power of music. Her workshop, "Voice Activation- Heartfelt Harmonies," includes warm-up exercises, soundscaping, group singing, and voice Chi Gong, aiming to awaken vocal potential and promote healing and personal well-being through sound vibrations. Participants will leave with a deeper understanding of how to safely and joyfully express themselves through singing, fostering a sense of empowerment and personal transformation. Mila's vision for the world is one where authenticity and heart connection are central, with her workshops designed to help individuals discover and use their true voice for heart-centered communication and personal growth.
How Stories about Money Influence the World - and What You Can Change About It
Janina, Theresa and Nikolas
Discover beliefs about the economy and money that harm our world and are simply false. #MythDebunked.
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Janina, Theresa and Nikolas represent Karma Capital, an organization bringing money into areas of the economy that promote systemic change and positive impact on society and the planet. In this workshop, participants will explore harmful economic myths and receive fresh, heart-opening scientific insights necessary for creating a new narrative and regenerative economy. The workshop aims to provide participants with an individual action plan to implement these new insights as everyday activists. Karma Capital's vision is to build a new type of investment fund with clear impact theses, investing in areas that promote systemic change rather than maximizing economic returns. The goal is to support public-oriented media companies and companies in responsible ownership to contribute to overcoming economic division in society.
Pyramid Party
Boto / Mama Shiva
A divine party to celebrate light and dark with Kundalini, singing, dancing, breath, and sound.
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Mama Shiva, also known as Boto, is a musician, artist, creator, and reiki practitioner. Pyramid Party is an inspired event by the Berlin club scene, including guided kundalini activation, dance-floor meditation, breath-work, sound baths, DJs, and an atmosphere of love, body, and magic. This party aims to create an accelerated portal to download love, gratitude, sexuality, creativity, and pleasure. Together, participants celebrate the divinity of drag, reflect elements into one another’s eyes, and take pleasure in the sounds of love, embodying the rhythm of life through dance. This event is a celebration of light and dark, inviting participants to remember the freedom of dance and the rhythm of life.
Vinyasa Kundalini Yoga
Sarah Creations
This practice combines Himalayan Breath techniques, Kundalini Kriyas from Sattva Yoga, Vinyasa, Sound & Chants to create a vitalizing state of consciousness. It will help you release stagnant energy and move towards an evolutionary state of being.
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Sarah Creations is a certified 600-hour yoga teacher, professional dancer (contemporary), and movement pedagogue. Her intention is to expand human consciousness into an evolutionary state to find their true essence. Her offerings are based on a holistic approach to serve the body, heart, and mind, creating spaces where each body can open to its full expression. This practice combines Himalayan Breath techniques, Kundalini Kriyas from Sattva Yoga, Vinyasa, Sound & Chants to create a vitalizing state of consciousness. It will help you release stagnant energy, move towards an evolutionary state of being, activate prana (vital energy), and set the foundation to dive deeper within your true essence.
Harmonious Union
Benjamin Deiß & Verena Pförtner
We explore ourselves and others in connection and intimacy, lead by the tantric wisdom of Benjamin and Verena.
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This workshop offers an immersive exploration into the rich tapestry of human connection. Embark on a profound journey of self-discovery and intimacy. Ben and Verena integrate tantric wisdom with contemporary practices to create a transformative experience. Through a carefully curated blend of meditation, breathwork, movement, and partner exercises, we will deepen our awareness, presence, and ability to connect authentically with ourselves and others.
Verena is a graduate psychologist and psychological psychotherapist focusing on behavioural therapy. Ben works as a creative director in the arts, outdoor trainer and consultant and workshop facilitator.
Intimacy Lab
Viktoria Köster & Zsofi Bodnar
How much can you stay in connection with yourself as you open up to others? How far can you stretch yourself without damage?
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Come to explore these themes together in an experiential and embodied way and find a deeper belonging inside of yourself and the group. Guided by Viktoria and Zsofi, we will research the layers that stand in the way of deep connections and create awareness around our shadows and patterns. Heart, body and our desires can find a reunion in the places where they once have been disconnected. This workshop is open for all sexual orientations as well as singles and couples.
Embodied Womanhood
Nura
Step into a space of profound connection and inner reflection as we embark on a journey into the depths of womanhood!
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Nura invites us into a circle of like-minded souls to explore the essence of femininity through meditation, eye contact, and heartfelt sharing. We share our experiences, joys, and challenges encountered along the path of womanhood. Nura is a multidisciplinary artist. In Peru's indigenous reserves, particularly the enclave of Honoria, she immersed herself in plant medicine traditions, the wisdom of the earth and its healing powers. For her, the sacred feminine is the embodiment of intuition, nurturing, and the unyielding power of creation. Despite the challenges and pressures, we strive to remain soft, resilient, and true to ourselves, finding solace and strength within.
Spiral of Insights: Kundalini Yoga & Sound Journey
Klaudia Lewi & Susanna Jonas
Join Klaudia and Susanna for a Kundalini Yoga & Sound Journey where we explore the spacious realm of self!
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Let’s dive into the exploration of connection, bathing in inner lightness and joy. All bodies and levels of experience are welcome.
In togetherness, we awaken our inner vision, nourishing our life force energy, the radiant sun that lies within. Together, let us navigate through the labyrinth of insights as we explore the subtle layers of our being. We invite our inner lights to flow through us, allowing the hidden treasures from the depths to rise to the heavens—spiraling to the surface—to be felt and share their gifts
Nature Walk & Indigenous Wisdom
Felipe Pyky Uba Tyba
Felipe will walk you through nature - and remind you, that nature is actually all you are as well.
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This is a workshop in nature. It exercises body and mind through play under a Nature Pedagogics approach and an indigenous understanding of life. Felipe Pyky Uba Tyba is a native person from the land of the Fox and the nest of the Condor, Kunturnamarc, ancestral territory of the Muisca indigenous. He has studied Economics, Music, Theatre and Cultural Entrepreneurship, and guides open circles, ceremonies and seminars dedicated to the decolonization of the mind, the recomposition of his own ethnical culture and on the liberation of land. In his workshop, we will play games and integrate the power of rituals to connect to the spirit of nature and to learn to open a conversation with all nature - while recognizing ourselves as nature, too. Pyky will also teach about the cosmic mission of the Kabunkuawichi: the new humanity.
Draw & Grow
Iana Go
Unleash your inner artist when you dive into meditative painting in an ambient setting and process your experiences on canvas!
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In this embodied drawing workshop, Iana Go, founder of Uroboros and ARTibiotics, offers us a unique opportunity to explore, express, let go and to embrace our inner artists. She combines meditative painting with an ambient electronic sound flow, so we can dive into an immersive experience where healing and creativity intertwine - a nurturing, conscious space to tap into our creative powers. We draw our boundaries, manifest our visions, and paint our soul out. After the worksop, we get to take our canvas home, a tangible reminder of a night full of beautiful self-expression and colorful bliss.
No previous experience required!
Hero's Journey
Hans Rutrecht
Why do most stories and tales follow a similar pattern? How is this connected to our human nature? And, if you feel the call to adventure - will you go there?
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How do you become the hero or heroine of your own life story? Hans, psychotherapist, musician and researcher, guides us into a profound journey to experience ourselves openly and courageously, sometimes intensely and sometimes even life changing. We get to know our own inner fight between the need to grow and self-fulfill on the one hand, and the need for security on the other - and receive a reward for facing ourself! The workshop is based on carefully selected methods from humanistic psychology that integrate body, mind and heart in order to go far beyond cognitive insights.
Modern Mortality Session
Charlotte Wiedemann
Death is an inevitable part of life. Still, it is also taboo in modern society - which we wish to let go of in this workshop.
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Charlotte, Death Doula and activist, will share experiences from her daily death work, tell anecdotes of the living, the dead and the dying and bring exercises to contemplate the reality of our bodies' inevitable death in a safe environment. Charlotte is sure: being around death teaches you to appreciate life - and she would like to pass that on. With our body and spirit being guided through death meditations, we will uncover what and whom we hold dear and how we can add focus and gratitude to our life confronting mortality.
Active Hope! How to face the Mess without going crazy
Gabi Bott
Dive into the concepts of Deep Ecology, based on Joanna Macy, and experience how to transform your concern and pain for the status of the world into power and action. (in German)
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As more and more living systems on this earth collapse, many people feel powerless. How do we face chaos without going crazy? Through her deep ecology workshop based on Joanna Macys concepts, Gabi offers us a space not to repress these feelings, but rather to feel them, to name them - and to experience that we don't break because of them, but rather gain strength. Because when our knowledge becomes tangible and heart and mind are connected, we can take action from ourselves, with an awareness for the whole! This makes us take responsibility for ourselves and for what is happening in the world. Gabi Bott has been a deep ecology trainer for more than 20 years. She is also a peace activist and yoga teacher. Gabi will introduce us to Deep Ecology and how it can move us from powerlessness to action.
Qi Gong & Wisdom
Stephane Seckin
With the flowing practice of Qi Gong in the morning we welcome the day and start it with fresh energy.
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Qi Gong is a Chinese art of movement typically practiced in Shaolin monasteries that trains mindfulness and concentration and allows you to draw strength. It is a fundamental part of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM): The very important Chinese term Qi is often simply referred to as life energy, Gong stands for work and ability. Qi Gong therefore offers us a way of becoming aware of and accessing our own energy. Stephane will teach us the background and mindset of Qi Gong and guide us through practical applications that we can later practice and apply ourselves. We are very happy to welcome Stephane and his powerful presence back to Pura Vida! He has been practicing and giving regular classes for more than 30 years and his specialties include Qi Gong, Kung Fu, energetic treatments, individual lessons, coaching and training in Qi Gong.
Interconnectedness. Breathwork & Frequency
Sarah Sondermann & Agi Salii
Explore the transformative power of breath and frequencies to deepen your connection within, release blockages and allow for deep emotional catharsis.
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With this Conscious Connected Breathwork Ceremony, paired with frequencies and vibrations, Juliana and Sarah will guide us into a profound journey of healing and self-discovery. Through rhythmic breathing and resonance with sound, we will access altered states of consciousness, release emotional blockages and align our energy centers. This synergy fosters deep relaxation, inner peace, and spiritual growth, tapping into the innate wisdom of the universe for transformative experiences and a deep feeling of interconnectedness. Sarah is a certified trauma informed breathwork facilitator, breathwork instructor and the founder of ONE.breathwork. Juliana, a certified Breathwork facilitator as well, is about to graduate as a sacred sound facilitator.
Mantras & Mischief
Sri Appollo
We connect with the present moment through mantra singing, access unconditioned consciousness together - and have a lot of fun!
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Mantras are sacred sounds, words, or phrases traditionally used in meditation, prayer, or spiritual practices. We sing Mantras in order to sink deep into the present moment, access unconditioned consciousness, connect to the intelligence of our hearts and use them as an anchor helping us to calm emotional storms. Sri Apollo, founder of the Green Yoga Studios, takes us on a journey of sound, spirituality - and a lot of fun and laughter! With each chant, we will draw closer to an authentic divine core within ourselves. Like gentle ripples on the surface of a tranquil pond, we let the waves of peace and joy unfold while we go beyond our well constructed mind structures and access the freedom that is ever present.
The Blue Miracle
Simon Knab
Unleash your inner artist and craft your very own unique keepsake to take home — a stunning cyanotype creation imbued with the magic of sunlight.
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In Simon’s hands-on workshop, we'll dive into the captivating world of cyanotype, a camera-less photo technique that harnesses the power of sunlight exposure. No prior experience needed—just your imagination and a sense of adventure! We'll use found objects, plants and sketches on transparent foil to weave into our art. These elements will cast beautiful shadows on our light-sensitive paper, creating mesmerizing compositions. Watch as your images slowly emerge in a rich, deep satisfying blue hue, each one a testament to your creative vision. Simon is a multi-disciplinary artist with a deep connection to nature and the world around us. He’ll guide us into getting inspired by nature and spark our creativity flow as we explore the wonders of cyanotype together - and create our very own tangible memory of our festival experience.
The Power of Art to Cope with Trauma
Judith Siano
Discover the ways in which art serves as a powerful medium for processing and navigating difficult emotions.
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Join us for a transformative and empowering workshop in a safe environment led by renowned art therapist Judith Siano, a distinguished expert in the field with decades of experience. We will explore the profound impact of art as a tool for healing and resilience in the face of trauma. Through interactive exercises, Judith guides us through practical techniques to harness the healing capacities of creativity. We will learn emotional control through creativity, letting the materials hold the pain and become witness to the transformation. With a wealth of knowledge accrued over 30 years of teaching at the University of Haifa and ongoing work in her art therapy studio, Judith Siano brings a deep understanding of the therapeutic potential of artistic expression. As a registered art therapist and supervisor, she has spearheaded numerous community art therapy initiatives, particularly with children at risk and refugees.
Embodied touch - A cuddle cultivation workshop
Tal Siano
In this group bodywork session, we embark on a gentle yet profound exploration of our relationship with touch, intimacy, pleasure as well as clear boundaries.
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Touch is one of the earliest forms of human communication. It has the ability to calm and soothe us. In this nurturing group bodywork session, we embark on a gentle yet profound exploration of our relationship with touch, intimacy, and pleasure. Let’s dive into a safe space where we can share touch in a mindful way! Through a series of guided practices and respectful exercises, Tal will facilitate an environment where we can cultivate a deeper understanding of our own bodies and the bodies of those around us. Together, we will learn how to honor and listen to our bodies, communicate our needs and boundaries clearly, and cultivate a deeper appreciation for the power of touch. The theme of personal boundaries and consent will be addressed carefully and handled in the workshop through instructions and exercises.
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Human Moves
Hugh Stanier
Tune in with your own and other bodies moving freely: Hugh guides us into the wonderful world of contact improvisation!
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Movement and touch are deeply important to us as humans. Hugh will guide us into the world of contact improvisation which wonderfully incorporates these elements through playful exploration. He will teach us the basics and key understandings of the practice so we can approach moving freely with other people in a relaxed way and gain a sense of grounding and connection to ourselves throughout the workshop Hugh Stanier is a Dance artist, Contact Improvisation practitioner, movement teacher and Bodyworker.
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Roughhousing - Fighting Playfully
Katharina Alf
Let’s learn about our bodies in relationship to other bodies, non-verbal communication, boundaries, dominance and submission. Lots of laughter guaranteed!
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All mammals and most animals engage in rough and tumble play. Katharina guides us back into this important form of learning about non verbal-communication. In a series of carefully curated games building up gradually, we will warm up, explore ways to the floor and engage in different body-to-body practices from conscious touch to rougher fighting games. After, we take time to share and reflect. Katharina has been working as a somatic therapist and bodyworker for 6 years. She stumbled upon transformative bodywork while looking for solutions for her severe back pain that she experienced in her mid-20s. She studied the Pantarei Approach and was a student of Sophie Kinkel for many years.
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From Personal Purpose to Collective Utopia
Stephanie Ries & Izzy Ahrbeck
What is your personal why? Let’s explore our own stories, find personal storylines that create identity and bonding and develop utopias for purposeful and collective climate action!
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In Stephanie and Izzy's workshop, we will use meditation and storytelling to get closer to our personal purpose and, in a second step, develop utopias together and connect with others around the topic of creative climate activism. What can emerge when we develop our own personal talents and strengths and work together for the greater good? Stephanie and Izzy are part of the team behind Impact Hub. With this network, they love to enable, empower and connect people to create impact for a healthy people and nature relationship. With a clear purpose the positive impact can become even greater. With their format they support you in finding your personal why, your purpose, so you can channel your energy and become even more clear in your actions. And as acting collectively is really impactful, they also want to connect you for climate action, tap into collective creativity and utopia. Let's unleash our powers together and work for the greater good!
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4 Spaces Journey
Frederick Fleischmann
Frederick invites us on an inner journey through which we can look at our own issues with a new perspective and clarity. This allows us to find solutions that not only address symptoms, but also lead to lasting change.
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Some models change our view of the world. The 4 spaces, based on Ken Wilber's integral theory, are one of these models for many people. We will explore these 4 spaces in a meditative way. Frederick is professionally committed to a better working world with the transformation consultancy TheDive, our partner, and researches new ways of working together in organizations. He co-developed the Loop Approach, an approach for more effective collaboration. With SpaceBeyond, he has also dedicated a modern and practical approach to non-violent communication.
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Selbstentwicklung ist Weltentwicklung
Martin Permantier
Whether and how we can shape transformation is significantly influenced by our mindset. How do we develop thought structures that help us to construct positive realities - for ourselves, organizations and the world?
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There is a space between stimulus and reaction, and in this space lies our freedom. The size of this space is determined by our mindset. In Martin's workshop, we learn that we don't have to put up with everything from our own brains. His vivid model of mindsets is based on findings from developmental psychology and approaches from constructivism: we don't see the world as it is, but as we are. Based on this wisdom, we can develop our inner thought structures so that they become more multi-perspective and capable of handling complexity. This workshop is aimed at anyone who is interested in personal development and believes that the future can be shaped together. Martin Permantier is the author of the books "Haltung entscheidet" and "Haltung erweitern". For several decades, he has worked with and in groups that see themselves as self-developers and have recognized that the transformation of their own inner ways of thinking is the basis for change on the outside. He says: self-development is world development. He has been bringing these insights to large companies for 25 years, working with managers, in the education sector, in institutions and runs the community www.haltung-erweitern.de
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You Are A Healer - Embodied Empathy for a Better World
Lee Lester
How do we show up with the power of empathy as a healing tool for ourselves and others, whilst setting clear boundaries to not lose ourselves in the process?
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We live in a world that has encouraged us to forget that through our presence, through our love, we are the most potent source of healing imaginable - for ourselves, for each other, for the planet. But even if we're experts in empathy, we often fail in our ability to set clear boundaries and so lose ourselves in the process. In this workshop you are invited to rediscover your power as an Empathy Activist! Lee will guide you to learn how to show up with the power of empathy as a healing tool for yourself and others, whilst setting clear boundaries. As an embodiment facilitator and somatic resourcing coach, Lee creates spaces for collective healing and transformation through the connecting of nervous systems and the opening of hearts. He leads the Empathy and Awareness team at Pura Vida and facilitates workshops and 1:1 resourcing sessions under his own brand Embodied Empathy. He is dedicated to reawakening people to their innate power as empathy activists, and is a passionate advocate of hope.
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Fluentbody™
Florencia Lamarca
Embark on a soulful journey of movement and connect with your body through Florencia's self-developed method of somatic therapy!
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Fluentbody™ is a combination of movement and somatic therapy that helps you to be generous to your body and mind. Florencia takes us on a journey through movement, connecting and feeling. Connecting conscious and unconscious movement, we uncover delicate, pleasurable and powerful movements, without self-judgment. We open doors to new places, awakening physical sensations, which can also work on an emotional level. If you feel tired and heavy, disconnected from your body or too much in your head, suffer from chronic pain, or simply wanting to learn, move and explore, this class is for you! As a professional dancer, Florencia Lamarca spent many years practicing the Gaga movement language in the well-known Batsheva Dance Company and draws from over a decade of experience as a somatic therapist based in Berlin. The Fluentbody™ method was created by Florencia herself. Connecting movement, breath, rhythm, life, and the stories our bodies tell, she authentically paves the way for people to embody their power, softness, pleasure, courage, and much more.
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Relational Activism
Joana Breidenbach
How can we make a difference in the world - and how is our activism affected by collective trauma and systems of oppression?
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In Joanas Workshop, we look at the current perspectives and strategies of different kinds of activists and social and environmental change-makers. Explore the connection between the inner dynamics of change-makers and activists and their work in the world: What is our relationship to the things we are trying to change? How are we entangled in the systemic problems we are working on? How does collective trauma affect our work? Joana Breidenbach holds a PhD in cultural anthropology, is a social entrepreneur and
author of numerous books. She is co-founder of betterplace.org and founder of the
betterplace lab. Joana explores the importance of Inner Work for new forms of
leadership and shaping the future, including at innerwork.online. As an advisory
board member, investor or supervisory board member, she supports companies and
organisations such as ReDI School, DeepL, TheNextWe, gut.org gAG and Trivago. In
2021, she founded brafe.space with friends as a network for entrepreneurs and
investors.
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Heart Flow - When yoga meets Traditional Chinese Medicine
Lucie André
Lucie awaits you with a playful Vinyasa flow including element meditation, mantra, mudra, a meridian oriented sequence and sound healing to infuse you with energy for the day.
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Get ready for a comprehensive class approaching the five elements of TCM and diving deep into the element of fire. With her class, Lucie focuses on the organs, meridians, meanings and expressions of the fire element from TCM. The fire of the heart represents our relationship to ourselves and to others. It governs our ability to share love, warmth, and joy with the people around us and sparks our inspiration inside. The fire element is the element of love and all affairs of the heart. Together, on the mat, we celebrate the joy of being alive, a feeling of oneness with the entire human race.
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