How many times have you challenged yourself to push your own limits without relying on the comforts of today’s easily accessible tools? Where is Lukavice anyway? Anthony from Creatosphere recently took part in a self-development training that was held in the Czech Republic, led by Katka, Maria from Brno Connected and the team of co-trainers. At one point, we went out with no smartphone, no credit/debit cards, no cash, and no food were allowed for the upcoming two and half days.
Together with three others from different countries, we had to adapt, improvise, and overcome various obstacles. After successfully hitchhiking two cars without anyone on the team speaking Czech, the group found themselves in the charming small town of Lukavice. Outside in the cold, with rain pouring down and their stomachs growling, they debated their next move. They decided to approach the municipality to see if they could discuss possible options for moving forward.
Anthony, along with a thoughtful young man from Latvia, made the first contact with the municipality, and together, they arranged a coffee meeting with the mayor. After some time, the group was able to secure a warm meal and temporary shelter from the cold, pouring rain. Then, it was time to return to the municipality for their meeting with the woman in charge.
The mayor was very welcoming and kind, as was her son, who offered translation support to make the conversation smoother. During the meeting, they shared the story of Lukavice with their foreign guests, discussing the town’s history, the changes it had gone through over the years, and their vision for its future development. The conversation also touched on the wonderful opportunities offered by the European Commission’s Erasmus+ program and how it had brought them all together, providing a platform for learning and growth.
They then spoke about Brno Connected, the organization responsible for the program and training course, and Anthony shared more about Creatosphere, the organization he co-founded, and what he wishes to achieve through it. The meeting concluded with everyone agreeing on the importance of international and multicultural exchanges in enriching our lives.
This is my inspiration for this theme and it is something I recently discovered as a mindset. I found new logic for my entire life through caring for another and how much hope that brings to an individual when they have to do things to make another creature’s life better and not their own. Which of course makes everyone in the equation happy.