Educator & interdisciplinary language education consultant
Specialised in trauma & mental health-informed schools & communities and creative arts therapy.
"We don't see the world as it is, we see it as we are" – Anaïs Nin
Many of us are in a quest for deeper meaning, for a deep sense of connection and belonging. But…
What does it mean to you to live in search of a deeper meaning?
From the mythical stories, the fables and parables to the mysteries that envelop the experience of life, some of us want to live, leaning on the questions of who, what, and why surrounding the idea of “I”. Who, what, why am I?
Questions exist in relation to our surroundings, from our tiny sphere of influence to the world at large. So, what does it mean to live leaning on those questions? Who, what, and why am I in relation to….?
And what happens when we lean into the questions and embrace the flux of answers –and more questions– that pave the path to self-awareness, self-knowledge, building blocks of belonging (to yourself and others) and the threads of connection with all that is alive?
"Only education is capable of saving our societies from possible collapse, whether violent or gradual." – Jean Piaget
"Everything is alive. Everything is interconnected" - Cicero
Authenticity comes from self-knowledge and self-awareness. It is related to a deep understanding of your individuality and identity, which are alive and changing all the time.
Confidence is rooted in self-efficacy, that is, the belief one has about their own capabilities to execute or accomplish something. This is deeply interconnected with your personal history, past experiences and passed on beliefs.
Emotional intelligence is based on four pillars: self-awareness, which is the ability to recognise and understand one’s thoughts, feelings, and emotions; self-regulation, which is the ability to choose how to respond; empathy, which is the ability to understand and share another person’s feelings; and social responsibility, which is the ability to understand that our actions impact others and that we should act in a way that benefits society (the collective) and avoids causing harm.
Mental health is supported by emotional intelligence. Having strong emotional abilities leads to fewer mental health issues. On the other hand, past trauma or ill mental health impacts negatively the development of emotional intelligence.
I am an educator
My work focuses on decolonial language education, raising awareness of trauma and mental health in schools and communities, and using poetry therapy as a tool for learning and increasing emotional resilience and mental well-being.
We can work together in different ways: 1:1, self-paced courses, peer groups, workshops or via speaking events, retreats... and more!
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