Our sense of touch is magical. It is a true masterpiece of nature. Yet it is so evident; so present that we hardly ever give it the time of day. When was the last time you thought about your sense of touch? How does it...
The uncertainly in 2020 is in abundance. We all know that we cannot control everything. In fact, we are unable to control most things in life. However, this year shown this to us in the most impressive way. Hasn't it?...
ON ANOTHER LEVEL Lara (she/her) not only likes to connect with others but to find ways to work in solidarity with them. Making changes in society motivates her professionally and personally. At 30, she is currently working in the Spinnboden lesbian archives and she also works...
THE RIPPLE EFFECT Most interviews start with some background information on the person. But with Diana, understanding who she is is made clear by what she does. At first, the Pantarei Approach as a type of somatic bodywork, and the concept of activism seem like very...
The air radiates when Ilona speaks about the place where she is right now. The way she describes her surroundings shows that this is so much more than just a place she calls home. It is also an inner state of being. She says, “It is...
Just last week we were teaching module 3 of our international Pantarei practitioner training program. The focus of this module is on our emotions and how to navigate them, in order for them to contribute to our lives in the best way possible. Pantarei focuses on...
From an open heart – a journey into yourself I talk to Marita on a late summer's day. It’s warm and sunny outside, but you can almost smell autumn approaching. The room is flooded with light, and invites in an open heart. When I ask her...
Monday, last week, we were back, teaching our Pantarei practitioner training program, hands-on. We have sorely missed this element of connection and touch. Over the last few months we were limited to giving online workshops. And, although we thoroughly enjoyed them, there is nothing like...
BRIDGING CULTURES When Viviane speaks, her expression slides between humorous, hopeful, serious, and down to earth. Her voice ‘mmmms’ and her face lights up when asked about her daily schedule. “I love my days! Because I get to create them. How they will flow. It’s the...
When asked what she likes about Pantarei she recites a phrase she heard in the training, “The way you are now, is the best version you are of yourself. I remember hearing that in the Pantarei training and I say that in my yoga classes...