Profile information
Travel information
I am currently
At home
Activities i am interested in:
Yoga, diving, dancing
Description
Hello! I’m Martina – a social worker, yoga teacher and life-loving soul from Sweden (originally Germany).
I moved to Sweden in 1984, have two grown children, and feel deeply grateful that they were able to grow up in such a wonderful country. Now that they are living their own lives, it’s my turn to spread my wings, follow my dreams, and explore more of this beautiful world.
Who am in?
I’m a warm, positive and open-hearted person who has always loved meeting people and experiencing new cultures.
Ever since I was 15, I’ve had two big dreams:
1. to have two children
2. to see as much of the world as possible
Both dreams are still alive within me.
My background & experience?
I’ve worked for nearly 30 years as a social worker within the social services system, mainly in psychosocial support, counselling, crisis intervention, family support and youth work.
I’ve also lived in Spain for two years, working in sales.
In recent years, my life has shifted in a more holistic direction. I am now:
a certified Hatha and Yin yoga teacher
a massage therapist
a long-time practitioner of Transcendental Meditation (15+ years)
passionate about wellbeing, mindfulness and soulful living
Practical skills?
I enjoy physical work and love using my hands. I’m not afraid to get dirty, work hard, or take on tasks that require strength and endurance.
I love gardening and nature, and I’m especially curious to learn more about permaculture.
I also have a big heart for animals and would gladly help with animal care or welfare projects.
I thrive in environments where I can:
engage in hands-on work
support people
contribute to a calm and grounded atmosphere
assist in homes, gardens or community projects
live simply and close to nature
be part of a meaningful community
💛 My values
What motivates me is making a genuine difference — in someone else’s life and in my own.
I want to live more simply for a while, focus on what truly matters, and continue helping beings — humans or animals — who need support and cannot always speak for themselves.
Money is not my driving force. I once had plenty, but I never let it define me. What matters to me is connection, compassion, purpose and joy.
🗣️ Languages
German – native
Swedish – fluent
English – fluent
French – fluent
Spanish – basic
What I’m looking for?
I’m open to a wide range of opportunities, especially:
social or community work
family or youth support
women’s centers
mental health / wellbeing / mindfulness / yoga
gardening, nature, outdoor projects
permaculture
animal care or rescue projects
simple living & communal environments
I’m especially drawn to places with heart, purpose, simplicity and connection.
Interests
Charity work
Plant care
Farming
Yoga / Wellness
Nature
Pets
Languages
Animals
Languages
Languages spoken
German: Fluent
English: Fluent
Swedish: Fluent
Spanish: Intermediate
French: IntermediateMore details about my language interests
This workawayer has indicated that they would be interested in sharing their language(s) or learning a new language. You can contact them directly to discuss this.
Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Being an elderly companion
Life at a Farmstay
Eco Projects
Animal Care
Charity Work
Some knowledge of:
Gardening
Able to teach about:
Hospitality/Tourism
Languages
Teaching
More details about your skills
Well... i am a qualified socialworker and specialized in psychosocial treatment work. Further i am a gym training instructor, yinyogateacher and mindfullness/meditation instructor.
Since i am a bit older than the most of my workaways fellows i have done a little more than others and managed to get other work experiences.
Once i had a own business with massage and skin care therapy due to the fact i am a massage therapist and skintherapist.
Well and finaly i tried the sales business. Worked in spain .
I speek fluently german, english and swedish.
Lived in Spain and France a while but this was million years ago. Would like to improve my spanish.
Age
63
What else ...
Love to play chess and quite good in singing :)
Some more information
Smoker
Driver's licence
Allergies
Special dietary requirements
