Topic: “The masks we wear. On sensitivity, criticism and the courage to be ourselves.” Interview with Mikolaj Roznerski

Join us for a conversation about the sensitivities, criticisms and expectations of the world, as seen from the perspective of acting – a profession in which the line between role and identity is constantly shifting.

WORSHOP I: “Coffee that makes a difference: coffee cupping with Mikołaj Roznerski”. A conversation about the specifics of the beans, brewing methods and coffee blends during an atmospheric and intimate meeting, combined with a tasting of Rozner coffee.

WORKSHOP II: Meditation “Masks and roles in my daily life”. During the meditation we will delve into ourselves – into our feelings and thoughts. We will see what blocks us from the inside, why we do not express ourselves fully, how we react to criticism and what we do then, what masks we put on – often completely unconsciously.

WORKSHOP III: “Ceramic kettle – clay as a medium for releasing tensions”. A workshop inspired by the Japanese philosophy of mindfulness and harmony. Participants, working with clay and creating their own teapot, will experience a process that helps quiet the mind, relieve tension and improve concentration.

Topic: “Visible and strong – about building self-confidence and assertiveness”.

Self-confidence is not a quality one simply has or doesn’t have – it’s a result of how we think about ourselves, how we regulate our emotions and what decisions we make in moments of tension. Many women, despite their competence and experience, still belittle themselves and don’t have the courage to speak directly about what they want and need. How to change this?

WORKSHOP I: “Confidence has a voice – how to speak to be heard “. This is a workshop in which we descend from the level of knowledge to experience. We examine what confidence and assertiveness look like in the body, voice and contact with another person. Instead of talking about courage, we will start practicing it in safe but real situations.

WORKSHOP II: “Look at yourself with a more sensitive eye – towards body sensitivity and self-confidence through yoga, breathing and meditation”. This is a workshop for people who want to slow down for a while and meet themselves in a more gentle, mindful way. Through a calm, body-sensitive yoga practice, breath work and meditation, we will create a space to calm down and come back to ourselves.

WORKSHOP III: “The power of aromatherapy – creating botanical perfumes”. Workshop participants will learn the basics of aromatherapy and the properties of essential oils. During the class they will have the opportunity to create their own unique perfume composition, tailored to their needs and emotions.

Topic: what do you mean, or how to build consensus?

Between people it can be like in the song Sanah: someone says something, and we don’t know what it’s about. Hardly, someone says something, and irritation arises in us. The temperature rises, and solutions are far away. Is there any way to make it easier? To avoid hurting ourselves with words?

WORKSHOP I: “Give yourself a break – through yourself to you?”. Empathy for self vs. selfishness – what is it really about? During the 90-minute workshop, we will practice different ways of communication and see how our body reacts to them. With lightness and humor, we will go through four steps toward greater clarity and calmness.

WORKSHOP II: “Free yourself from STRESS, relax your BODY, quiet your MIND – the Slavic way to RELAXATION”. We will strengthen the body, improve posture, activate deep feeling and intuition. This is a practice for every woman – regardless of age or condition. You will look at your body with more respect. You will regain lightness.

WORKSHOP III: “Embroidery Therapy – folk bookmarks”. During the workshop you will learn basic embroidery stitches and make your own bookmark with a folk design. Embroidery has a meditative and relaxing effect, reduces stress, improves concentration, and is used in art therapy.

Topic: love will not forgive everything. How to take care of relationships?

Our next meeting will focus on relationships and what really sustains them. Contrary to romantic myths, affection alone is not always enough to build a lasting, secure and mature relationship – honest communication, acceptance of what makes us different and awareness of our own needs are also important.

WORKSHOP I: “From everyday to glamour. Makeup as a ritual”. Can makeup be a form of tender dialogue with yourself? Check it out at our workshop! We will focus on practical techniques, conscious beauty enhancement and treating makeup as a ritual to move from the everyday to the celebratory.

WORKSHOP II: “Hatha yoga detox.” A hatha yoga workshop based on postures that support the body’s natural cleansing processes, stimulating metabolism and drainage of the entire body through the practice of twisting and reversing circulation positions.

WORKSHOP III: “Beads of intention – we create bracelets and pendants”. Create your own pendant or bracelet with intention – for yourself or a loved one. During the workshop you will learn how to use simple jewelry tools and make a rubber band bracelet or pendant from beads and minerals.

Theme: New year, new self? On the art of transformation.

The beginning of a new year is a moment of conventional breakthrough, which brings with it pressure for change and unrealistic expectations of ourselves. Instead of another list of resolutions, it’s worth stopping and looking at where the need for change comes from and how to think about it in a gentle and realistic way.

WORKSHOP I: “Self by the Body. Taming Tender Touch Workshop”. This is a workshop on working with the body and taming tender touch. We will invite you to enter a state of deep relaxation and look for different dimensions of pleasure in the body.

WORKSHOP II: “Do I really need to change?”. January often brings with it pressure: new resolutions, new goals, a new self. But what if, instead of another list of tasks and changes, you need… detention?

WORKSHOP III: “Hands that remember the warmth of clay.” The ceramic workshop is an invitation to creatively stop and be mindful of the “here and now.” During the meeting, you will mold a chosen form of kagome, in which you will place a candle with your own intention for the new year.

Topic: “How to tame stress and open space for your own well-being?”.

In the daily rush, it’s easy to forget that our needs also matter – especially when stress dictates our terms. Meanwhile, life is not just about tasks and responsibilities. It’s a space where you can feel calm, regain balance and get back to yourself.

WORKSHOP I: “Circle dancing – the forgotten path to joy and harmony”. Let’s leave problems behind the door and experience the relaxing effects of beautiful music, healthy movement and acceptance.

WORSHOPII: “Songs of the Ancestors. Hear your voice and discover your identity”. This is a workshop both for those for whom singing comes naturally, and for those who don’t have the opportunity to sing often – or think they don’t have the aptitude for it.

WORKSHOPIII: “Spheres – traditional Christmas decorations.” This Christmas we will hang balls on the branches, which will be our new world and message for the next year. Ahead of us will be conversations around a common table and a good Christmas time.

Theme: The Art of Living Well: The art of saying goodbye – between despair and relief.

The lecture will look at how we learn to experience loss at different stages of life. How is the ability to say goodbye and let go shaped in us, as well as deal with social perception – belittling or pressure?

WORKSHOP I:“On the bakery.” – a meeting with traditional slow-life. We will think about how to be closer to ourselves, how to find our “na przypiecku”, how to cuddle ourselves and loved ones. Maybe we will write a letter to ourselves, instead of to Santa?

WORKSHOP II: “Autumn Grounding with Yoga.” Conscious and attentive practice will allow us to feel the pleasure that comes from conscious movement and unconstrained breathing. Through practice, we will strengthen our sense of strength and stability in a short period of time, and through relaxation we will end with a sense of lightness and vitality.

WORKSHOP III: “Preserve the beauty of autumn” – handicraft workshop. We will use the leaves of different species of trees to create roses, which will be an autumn decoration in themselves. They will also decorate garlands, wreaths for doors or walls at home.

Topic: The Art of Living Well: What don’t we know about men (and what should we learn)?

How is a man’s identity being formed today? What do they long for, what supports them and what weakens them? What is fatherhood, sonship, male friendship, and how do they find themselves in a world that is increasingly difficult to define?

Workshop I: Men’s Circle “What’s Alive in Me.” Men’s Circles are gatherings that provide a safe and confidential space for men where they can bask in authentic male energy, away from the daily rivalry, the need to impress or judge.

Workshop II: Women’s Circle “In relationship with each other and other women”. A circle is a space of attentiveness and empathy in which each of us is equally seen and heard. During this meeting you will have the opportunity to deepen your connection with yourself and with other women.

Workshop III: “Your power center: pelvis and deep muscles in practice”. During the workshop, you will learn why proper pelvic alignment is so crucial to our daily functioning, motility and comfort, and how deep muscle exercises can improve comfort.

Topic: “The method of small steps – metamorphosis can be fun! How to make effective changes lightly, gently and without resistance?”

Topic: “Addiction has more than one name”.

What behaviors carry the risk of addiction? Are lifestyles conducive to addiction? Warning signals for parents, warning signals in adults. How do you recognize substance or behavioral addiction? Where to seek help and where to start? These are important questions answered by Monika Borkowska-Zebrowska – sociotherapist, trainer, specialist in addiction therapy.

Workshop I: Qikong or Chinese exercises combining elements of training, controlled breathing and meditation. This ancient practice has many health benefits, improves the overall condition of the body, and promotes longevity. The exercises can be done by people of all ages.

Workshop II: Tibetan Bowl Concert – a unique encounter with sound to soothe the body and mind. During the concert, participants immersed in relaxing vibrations and harmonious tones that promote tranquility, regeneration and deep relaxation. It’s a moment of respite from the hustle and bustle of everyday life – let the sounds guide you toward peace and inner balance.

Topic: “Building good relationships – with others, with yourself, with the world”.

Topic: “Here and Now. The art of conscious rest”

Did you know that rest is more than sleep or a lazy afternoon on the couch? It’s conscious care for the body and mind, tailored to your individual needs. The meeting was dedicated to relaxation and had the format of a mini lecture combined with a panel discussion. It began with a short meditation to help you relax and allow you to get in touch with your body and emotions.

Workshop I: “Intuitive Dance ” – Intuitive dance is a form of movement that works therapeutically, even though it does not have a strict pattern or choreography. It involves moving to a rhythm dictated by the body and expressing emotions in this way without shame or fear of judgment.

Workshop II: “My Power, My Resources.”– In psychology, resources are called, among other things, qualities, values, experiences, skills and factors that help us cope with challenges and develop potential.Together we worked with a resource map – a proprietary tool, at which there is emotion and gratitude for who we are and that we are.

Topic: “From acceptance to change – psychological and social challenges in the face of gender incongruity”.

During the lecture, we learned what is the journey of a person who feels that her gender identity does not harmonize with social expectations, her body or her own reflection in the mirror? What emotions and obstacles accompany her on this journey – from the first doubts to the moment when she can accept herself.

Workshop I: “Ink Drawing – Mindfulness Practice ” – An art workshop on mindfulness and looking at another person.

Workshop II: Hatha yoga – During the class we regenerated the mind and body. We quieted the distracted and overstimulated mind and moved into a state of deep relaxation.

Topic: On savoring the everyday.

Lecture:
During the meeting, participants had the opportunity:

• Learn about the concept of well-being: Learn what hedonism, eudaimonism, the PERMA Model are and how to use them to increase your happiness level.
• Learn how to build positive interventions using the concepts of gratitude or the psychology of humor.
• Discover how to increase your effectiveness and level of satisfaction in life and improve your health with a positive attitude.

Participants practically used the positive intervention of creating their own dream maps. Guided by the trainer, they went into a relaxed state that opened them up to their dreams.