“Breath Out- Look inside and bring it out!” in Netherlands

Looking for an open-door experience Through this project, created a recharging and inclusive learning experience for all the participants by exploring what nature has to offer to support the group process.

PRAXIS participated with 6 young participants in this Youth exchange project funded by ERASMUS + Youth programme, that organized by Stichting ImpACT. In 10 days, within a diverse and intercultural group of 42 youngsters from 7 different countries lived a great experience. They were using nature as a playground; creating a unique space with the rest of the group; slowing down while staying active and awake; sharing your knowledge by organizing games; joining a series of outdoor activities; discovering practical ways how to cooperate; exploring different rhythms and challenges; having a powerful summer experience.

They discovered how they can create and belong to a sustainable community; look at the topic of well-being from different perspectives; explore their strengths and capabilities; reinforce values and life vision; connect with others and nature: find out how to communicate using more than language; be supportive and promote inclusion; learn how they can guide their own learning process; reset, reshape & reconnect.

The “Breath Out” Y.E. project consisted of the following parts:

CONNECTING – create a community while defining its values, habits, and daily tasks;

SHARING – share thoughts and knowledge related to the topic of well-being while designing and facilitating some workshops;

DIVING – a chance to explore nature and use it as a self-development tool; you can expect some adventurous assignments in nature;

CREATING – run into postponed projects and dreams; a plan of action to make something new happen; something personal.

Follow up Activities:   share this experience with even more people.

The experiences and the comment of our participants:

This project gave the opportunity to go twice in the venue, first with the group leaders and second with all the participants. While the preparation visits, I connected with so different people and I tried to build a society first for us and after for the whole participants. We learned how to communicate our feelings and to cooperate with each other. But the main idea was to create something beautiful and safe for every different personality that appeared at this society. Of course, not everything was perfect but this is life and we have to accept that not everything is going by plan. Conclusion, this program made me to be more creative and good listener. The second one gave me the opportunity to meet better the people around me and to connect with them.

Athina Kargakou

This Erasmus+ project was one of the most unique and unforgettable experiences I’ve had so far. I got the chance to connect with people all over the world exchange ideas and get a glimpse of their culture, traditions and mindset. Last but not least it was a great opportunity for me to not only connect with others but also with nature and myself. It was a therapeutic and fun experience.

Christina Orav XARCHOULAKOU

One thought on ““Breath Out- Look inside and bring it out!” in Netherlands”

  1. Eleni Dorezi January 26, 2025

    As it was my first time participating in an Erasmus+ program, I was very curious and eager to meet the participants and connect with them. By participating in the ‘Breath out’ program, that took place in Ommen (Netherlands) I felt that I belong to a group that is willing to help me, even with health problems that arose. This experience introduced me not only to new cultures but also to the power of being present, fostering a deeper bond with both myself and those around me. Both the activities and the location helped me manage stress, develop stronger relationships, and embrace a more balanced and mindful approach to life.

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