Iris

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  • Description

    What motivates me?
    I love working with people and animals. I am working at an asylum for people with mental problems. Sometimes it is an hard and crazy job. But most of the time people just need to tell their story and I just need to be there when they are having an hard time dealing with themself. I love it when a simple talk can change their day.

    What I also love are horses (and all other animals except spiders and snakes) I have my own horse called Stip. She is an Appaloosa mare. She is the sweetest, moodiest and funniest horse I have ever met. She makes me happy every day.

    Travelling is also very important for me. My favorite place so far is Scotland. I love the nature, mountains, forest and people there. I hope to travel around the world and see all the beautiful places.

  • Interests

    Events & social
    Photography
    History
    Cooking & food
    Languages
    Beach
    Writing
    Plant care
    Charity work
    Movies & TV
    Hiking
    Pets
    Mountain
    Camping
    Self development
    Animals
    Books
    Cycling
    Outdoor activities
    Yoga / Wellness
    Sailing / Boating
    Van life
    Politics / Social justice
    Hitchhiking
    Nature
    Farming
    Culture
    Adventure sports
  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    Dutch: Fluent
    English: Intermediate
    German: Beginner
    French: Beginner

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  • Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

    I'm interested in:  

    Charity Work
    Languages
    DIY and building projects
    Eco Projects
    Helping around the house
    Hospitality/Tourism
    Teaching

    Some knowledge of:  

    Gardening
    Babysitting and creative play
    Being an elderly companion
    General Maintenance
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Life at a Farmstay
    Animal Care
    Helping with Computers/ Internet
  • More details about your skills

    I started with studying animal care. I have loved animals all my life and wanted to make this my job. I did internships at animal farms, dog shelters and horse stables. I loved working outside with the animals. Didn't mind getting dirty or doing some 'shitty' work. However, I found out that unfortunately there is not much work to be found in the Netherlands with animals, so I continued to study.

    I went to study social work. I did many internships in psychiatry, prison and shelters. This was so much fun and I found my job in an psychiatric institution. I love my work, but I miss the animals. So in the future i would love to do some combination of working with people and animals together.

    I am an open minded person who likes to try new things. At first I can be quite shy, but once I feel comfortable it quickly goes away. I like people who are clear and honest. I like feedback and see it as an opportunity to learn.

    I have my own horse called Stip. She is an Appaloosa mare and she is 6 years old. She is a very special horse and i love her so much. She is my first horse and everyday we are learning new things together.

    I speak Dutch and English. I've recently started to learn some France. I would love to help people learning Dutch.

  • Age

    30

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