Cosmina

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Description

Hello there,

I’m Cosmi—though you can also call me Cosmina. I’m originally from Romania, but I spent almost ten years living in the Czech Republic. I first moved there in my mid-20s through an Erasmus exchange, and what was meant to be a short stay ended up becoming a big part of my life.

I’ve been using Workaway on and off since 2020. I keep coming back because each experience has taught me something new and meaningful. After a break of about a year and a half—during which I explored life back in Romania while staying connected to my ties in Czechia—I’m excited to return to Workaway. I feel ready to explore again, meet new people, and keep learning about myself along the way.

A bit about me: I’m curious, flexible, a bit anxious and sometimes funny. I try to keep a healthy balance in life. I do Pilates every day, enjoy hiking (a habit I picked up in Czechia, which has amazing trails), and I love reading and trying different kinds of meditation. Recently, while living in Romania, I also volunteered at a local cat shelter—staying involved and giving back is something I care about.

My studies were in Environmental Engineering, and I also have a Master’s in Journalism. But my career took a different path after I chose to stay in Czechia. That decision sparked my interest in topics like community, belonging, and cultural identity. I even contributed to some local expat publications. These days, I think of belonging as something you build—through nature, through meaningful connections, and by staying true to yourself. That’s the kind of experience I’m looking for through Workaway.

Interests

Beach

Cooking & food

Music

Movies & TV

Photography

Dancing

Hiking

Vegetarian or vegan

Yoga / Wellness

Videography

Sustainability

Gardening

Camping

Self development

Outdoor activities

Nature

Farming

Books

Languages spoken

English: Fluent
Italian: Fluent
Romanian: Fluent
Czech: Intermediate

Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

I'm interested in:  

Helping around the house

Gardening

Animal Care

Hospitality/Tourism

General Maintenance

Creating/ Cooking family meals

Life at a Farmstay

Eco Projects

DIY and building projects

More details about your skills

One of my most meaningful long-term volunteering experiences was through the European Voluntary Service (EVS) in Iceland. There, I was responsible for implementing environmental policies in three hostels and a campsite. It gave me hands-on experience with waste sorting and eco-management—topics I had already explored during my Environmental studies.

I’ve also volunteered in permaculture settings, helping with tasks like setting up irrigation systems, weeding, planting and harvesting. I have experience cooking large meals for groups and enjoy contributing to shared meals and communal living. I've also experience managing a campsite through Workaway.

Over the years, I’ve supported various local organizations alongside my regular job. My tasks have ranged from working in a café for people with physical disabilities to stone stacking, fence building, paving with stones, gardening, compost maintenance, collecting firewood, and even animal care.

Age

37

Some more information

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  Smoker

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  Driver's licence

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  Special dietary requirements