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Transcript Sam Hey everyone, Julia, Sebastian, Monica. Welcome to this week’s Brewed Preview. Claire Oh, hello there. Sam It’s for our Caffeine Crossings meeting on Friday. Claire It’s Friday. Friday. Sam You got it. Um, I’m Sam and this is Claire. Claire It’s Claire. Hi, everyone. Sam We’re going to give you just a little […]
Frank and Ismar, discuss the concept of a “good life”. Instead of looking at it personal, the explore the bigger picture; the society we live in. Their contrasting perspectives are influenced by their distinct cultural and personal experiences. Ismar, based in Brazil, emphasizes individual effort, personal peace, and a focus on reaching goals, while Frank, […]
We explore members of the Brida Community sharing their everyday experiences. But we question the relevance of these stories. Through a series of topics currently discussed, each featuring a different individual engaging in relatable activities like travel, technology, and community building, we learn that these seemingly ordinary stories hold universal appeal, transcending linguistic and cultural […]
Heiko and his wife went on a hiking holiday in the Austrian Alps. Claire and Sam discuss Heiko’s experience, using his observations to explore the cultural nuances of Austria, particularly in relation to hospitality and problem-solving. They begin with an initial idea of downloading a person’s experience and then delve into how Heiko’s trip highlights […]
The weekly summary of most of the community’s conversations. Transcript Sam Hey everyone and welcome to another deep dive. You know, we throw around this phrase, a good life,but what does it actually mean? Especially when it comes to our work. It often feels like we’re all on this treadmill, but what are we really […]
A conversation with Ritesh, from Bangalore on the cusp of marriage, grappling with the pressures of a demanding job and the complexities of navigating his rural upbringing in a fast-paced urban environment. The discussion highlights the tension between external motivators like career success and material possessions, and the pursuit of intrinsic values such as meaningful […]
We explore the perspectives on achieving a good life with Manfred and Martin. Manfred emphasises the importance of calmness and finding peace within oneself through mindfulness and simple routines, like enjoying a glass of buttermilk in the evening. Martin, on the other hand, advocates for the combination of physical health, idealism, and the simple joys […]
Sylvie lives in France and works remotely as well as in the German office for a German company. Her story explores the complexities of well-being, shows how it is not a singular concept but rather a multifaceted one, weaving personal, professional and social aspects. Sylvie’s story highlights the importance of work-life balance, personal priorities and […]
We explore the concept of “anticipation” as a lifestyle choice, inspired by the perspective of Nathalie, a French expat living in Seoul, She views anticipation as a powerful tool for creating a sense of order, control, and peace in her life. Claire and Sam go into Natalie’s personal experiences, examining how her anticipatory mindset influences […]
We explore the conversation between Frank and Ismar, a member of the Novo Party in Brazil. The discussion centres around Ismar’s participation in the recent municipal elections, where he ran as a candidate for city councillor. The conversation explores Ismar’s personal experience of the campaign and election, including his thoughts on the party’s performance, the […]