"The most important kind of freedom is to be what you really are. You trade in your reality for a role. You give up your ability to feel, and in exchange, put on a mask." - Jim Morrison

"Listening is a magnetic and strange thing, a creative force. When we really listen to people there is an alternating current, and this recharges us so that we never get tired of each other." - Brenda Ueland

The primary cause of disagreements often lies in different communication approaches. During this program, students will gain valuable knowledge about how to understand others, but most of all how to understand themselves. In your regular life, you often end up spending time with those who resemble you or with whom you share a good understanding. However, in scenarios like beginning a new job, taking up a hobby, or commencing your studies, the people around you may not be of your choosing. You still need to come up with a solution how to work together and at least get along.

You most likely have heard about different coloured people – red, blue, green and yellow. We dig a little deeper and with fun activities and workshops try to teach a new way to appreaciate the differences. Students might even have some Eureka moments to help them gain more confidence in who there are and how they experience things. During this week, students will have interactive workshops, insightful lectures and mini challenges.

Because the week will be focusing on understanding others and yourself, self-wellbeing in a big role as well. This is why we plan to have outdoor excursions as well as fun activities during the days. Psychological well-being constitutes a significant aspect of self-awareness.

in person week at Häme University of Applied Sciences, Hämeenlinna campus

Häme University of Applied Sciences, HAMK