Inspiring Moments at the 'Find Your Voice' Workshop

Apr 23

During the recent European Youth Week, Lilalab co-organized a transformative event titled 'Find Your Voice,' a workshop designed to empower the youth by enhancing mental health awareness through introspective reading, thoughtful writing, and profound discussions. The initiative focused on nurturing mental fitness, an essential part of our well-being, often compared to physical fitness for its universal impact.

What happened at the workshop?

Participants delved into influential texts such as Greta Thunberg’s "Our House is on Fire" and Olga Tokarczuk's "The Lost Soul." These readings acted as springboards into discussions about self-care, identity, and the holistic journey of self-discovery. The event wasn't just about learning but also about expressing one’s self, as attendees wrote and shared their personal stories, contributing to a nurturing community experience.

The participants wrote and shared their own stories

The workshop resonated deeply with the participants, prompting them to share heartfelt stories. This are some quotes from their stories:

I am happy, I feel that at this moment I am in perfect harmony between body and soul. I feel my heart in my chest, beating and sending blood through my veins, I am warm and I feel that this is me – me, perfected. - Anika

So what I'm trying to say is, the world is more beautiful when you don't rush, don't always look at your phone, and just have as cool shoes as I do. - Eva

I imagined the search for identity during our elementary school years as a small, village market, calm, where different groups presented themselves at each stall on a beautiful sunny warm day./…/ Today, the stalls are no more; the green space where the market used to be has been replaced by a shopping center. - Tilen

A Successful Collaborations

The event was made possible through the collaboration with Maruša Rozman (Instagram: marusa_in_fairyland), whose expertise and passion helped facilitate a truly impactful meeting. We at Lilalab are proud to support such initiatives that foster mental health awareness and personal growth among the youth.

Moreover, a heartfelt thank you to Zavod Os and Mladinska postaja Moste, for making this event possible. Gratitude also goes to MOVIT agency for covering all costs, ensuring the workshop remained free for all participants.

Stay tuned to our website for more updates and stories from Lilalab's ongoing commitment to empowering young minds!