Larissa

Germany
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Description
Hi! I'm Larissa, 23 y.o. and from Germany.

What motivates me is to participate in intercultural projects, to share experiences and get to know life from a different point of view.
I would like to contribute to inspiring projects concerning permaculture and sustainability in general.

ABOUT ME: I am currently studying psychology in my 4 semester (last semester was completely online), and am
using this break to learn about Italian culture, language and growing food. I enjoy all kinds of outdoor activities. I strive to learn as much as possible and invest myself in good work and happy moments along the way.
I enjoy all music and arts, play the Trumpet and Ocarina. When volunteering, I especially like creative tasks, taking care of animals or working outside as team and learn from each other.

EXPERIENCE:
My first Workaway experiences started in 2018 when I backpacked around Southeast Asia. I have worked on organic farms, taught English in the north of Thailand for over 3 months, worked in hostels, volunteered with rescued dogs and lived with several families in Spain and Ireland in 2019, taking care of their little ones and pets. (more detailed skills listed below).

LANGUAGE SKILLS:
I speak German and English fluently and some Spanish. My current goal is to learn basic Italian within a month. In my opinion, learning a new language can open the door to a culture and enhance a meaningful experience (and lot's of funny misunderstandings of course!).

Workaway has been a perfect way to exchange skills, knowledge and get to know great people so far. I can't wait for the next adventure to begin!
There is so much more I'd love to share about myself, but let's safe that for later. Also, feel free to ask me anything.

Thanks for your time and have a great day!
Interests
Mountain
Beach
Nature
Camping
Hitchhiking
Sailing / Boating
Adventure sports
Water sports
Team sports
Yoga / Wellness
Dancing
Outdoor activities
Hiking
Van life
Charity work
Farming
Gardening
Sustainability
Animals
Languages

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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
Some knowledge of:
Babysitting and creative play
General Maintenance
Life at a Farmstay
Eco Projects
Helping around the house
Charity Work
Able to teach about:
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Animal Care
Language practice
Art Projects
Teaching
More details about your skills
I am independent and confident with working in the garden, taking care of children, teaching, training dogs, cooking, general maintenance and various forms of art.

I also have some knowledge of permaculture, basic carpentry skills and other crafts.
I learn fast, love to build up things from scratch and do not shy away from physical work.

Some skills I would like to improve are language learning (Italian and Spanish), sustainability, self-sufficiency or any skill you would like to share really!
Languages
Languages spoken
German: Fluent
English: Fluent
Spanish: Intermediate
Italian: Beginner
Thai: Beginner
More details about my language interests
I would like to learn Italian and possibly improve my Spanish as well. If you're interested, I can teach German, or maybe give a little art-lesson.
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Age
23
Nationality
Germany
Some more information
- Smoker
- Driver's licence
- Allergies
  no
- Special dietary requirements
  no

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05/09/2021

Left by host (Become part of our ...) for Workawayer (Larissa)

Larissa is a wonderful girl she is exellent in every skills great painter, does a great qi gong, good comunication, really clever understading an good empathy.
We all love her

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05/09/2021

Left by Workawayer (Larissa) for host for (Become part of our ...)

I participated in this beautiful project for two weeks during august. My main responsibility was to paint a big mural of archangel gabriel, which I did for about 3 or 4 hours each day. However, there were a lot of guests at the time, so we volunteers were also asked to clean bathrooms and help withe the dishes , which usually was a quick and easy… read more

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04/07/2019

Left by host (Looking for German native ...) for Workawayer (Larissa)

Larissa stayed with us for 3 weeks. She applied her experience of having worked with children in a very inventive way, making paper puppets and playing theatre with the girls. She spent time with the girls playing table top games or diving in the pool. And apart from that she also did some structured learning with them, like dictations and grammar… read more

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30/06/2019

Left by Workawayer (Larissa) for host for (Looking for German native ...)

I stayed with Betina and her wonderful family for 3 weeks, and can only confirm all the positive feedback they already have!
Ariana, Alicia and Amelie are very vivid and interesting girls with a wide spread of interests.
We did some organised lessons, and a lot of games to practice speaking german. For their ages, they're all really good at the… read more

(Excellent )

10/06/2019

Left by host (Come and help out at a villa ...) for Workawayer (Larissa)

Larissa is a really cool girl, very friendly with everyone in the house including myself, she did all sorts of jobs but the best, for me, was a big mural that we did together where we were just singing, making sounds and having fun.
There was a little confusion about one varnish that went on before an other, when doing a project, but I should… read more

(Excellent )

10/06/2019

Left by Workawayer (Larissa) for host for (Come and help out at a villa ...)

My stay at the Villa was a very pleasant experience.
Andrew, your host, is an incredibly generous person with a big heart.
You will be welcomed not only by him, but most likely by people from all over the world who stay together in this beautiful house.
The work can be physically demanding at times, but you'll be rewarded by a beautiful mountain… read more

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preparing a wall for an art project with kids

Sonkran festival in Thailand with the most beautiful people!

helping to renovate

helping at a monastery in Malaysia

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being part of an inclusion and art project with refugees

A mural I painted at a school

permaculture and growing rice

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05/09/2021

Left by host (Become part of our ...) for Workawayer (Larissa)

Larissa is a wonderful girl she is exellent in every skills great painter, does a great qi gong, good comunication, really clever understading an good empathy.
We all love her

(Excellent )

05/09/2021

Left by Workawayer (Larissa) for host for (Become part of our ...)

(Excellent )

04/07/2019

Left by host (Looking for German native ...) for Workawayer (Larissa)

(Excellent )

30/06/2019

Left by Workawayer (Larissa) for host for (Looking for German native ...)

(Excellent )

10/06/2019

Left by host (Come and help out at a villa ...) for Workawayer (Larissa)

(Excellent )

10/06/2019

Left by Workawayer (Larissa) for host for (Come and help out at a villa ...)

(Very good )

14/01/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Larissa)

Larissa was a great help with my kids during their school holidays. Larissa is very easy-going and the kids instantly liked her. Whether it was arts & crafts, drawing, music, reading books, role play or just playing with toys, she and the kids had fun together. Thanks again and good luck with your studies!

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10/01/2019

Left by Workawayer (Larissa) for host for (Nanny / helping with house ...)

I stayed with Simone and her loveley family for about 10 days and it soon felt like home.
The kids are very sweet, but require a lot of attention (They love to play!).
I would reccoment this workaway to everyone who is energetic, loves Children and animals, and wants to be part of a warm-hearted family, living next to the beautiful city of Hoi… read more

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09/12/2018

Left by Workawayer (Larissa) for host for (Help to teach English and ...)

Definetely the most touching and emotional volunteering experience so far!
The children you will meet in this school might challenge you, get on your nerves and test your ability, but most of all, they will melt your heart with their smiles and laughther. Patience and improvisation are skills you should bring with you to help these kids. The… read more

(Excellent )

10/11/2018

Left by Workawayer (Larissa) for host for (Come and help with farming, ...)

First and so far best workaway experience I had. Everyone in this lovely place is kindhearted and nice. After only a few days I alrwady felt at home. Jack will be there to answer all your questions, you can spend time at the pool and the farm work is very rewarding.
I will miss everyone and cherish our memories deeply :)
Best regards and hopefully… read more

(Excellent )

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