James

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Description

Hello, I’m James :)

I'm a 33 year old New Zealander, currently based in Berlin.

I’m taking time out of my normal life to to explore what it means to live more locally, cooperatively, and consciously, taking notes on and learning from different people and communities.

I feel like we’re all being invited to explore how to live more connected with ourselves, with each other, and with the earth. Stepping away from my normal programme is my way of trying this out, living simply, being in service and community, and discovering what it feels like to belong in a gentler, more present way.

I value presence, kindness, curiosity, and ofc lots of humour and fun. I love being outside, tending gardens, caring for animals, helping bring spaces to life, preparing meals, contributing positive, curious and hopeful energy to spaces, sharing meals and stories, listening and learning.

Open to communal projects and spaces for between 1-3 months.

Interests

Movies & TV

Self development

Culture

Politics / Social justice

LGBTQ

Books

Animals

Drawing & painting

History

Writing

Gardening

Cooking & food

Plant care

Astronomy

Fitness

Nature

Yoga / Wellness

Beach

Mountain

Dancing

Sailing / Boating

Outdoor activities

Hiking

Cycling

Languages

Languages spoken
English: Fluent

More details about my language interests
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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

I'm interested in:  

Languages

Eco Projects

DIY and building projects

General Maintenance

Life at a Farmstay

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Some knowledge of:  

Charity Work

Gardening

Animal Care

Helping around the house

Helping with Computers/ Internet

House and pet sitting

Creating/ Cooking family meals

More details about your skills

I love contributing in practical, hands-on ways and learning as I go. I have basic experience in gardening from my previous home gardens, and enjoy planting, weeding, harvesting, and helping maintain spaces. I also enjoy cooking and experimenting in the kitchen, especially sharing meals with others.

Recently I've been volunteering in the kitchen of a meditation retreat, where I have helped with prepping, cooking, baking, cleaning, and planning meals. I've been able to practice working calmly and collaboratively in a busy, shared environment.

I am able to share practices in meditation and breath work. I’m deeply interested in practices that support mind, body, and heart coherence, particularly in service of communal living and harmony - tools for staying equanimous, aware, and growing in ourselves and collectively. So I'm always down for sharing, experimenting, talking, learning together.

I can pick things up pretty quickly, and am open, curious and take initiative. I enjoy figuring things out as I go.

In addition to these skills, I have professional experience in communications, advocacy, and public policy, and I’m happy to contribute or collaborate on projects and new ideas.

Age

34

What else ...

I love long walks and deep talks, cooking, and working on hands-on projects. I enjoy dreaming, visioning new ideas, experimenting with ways of being, and collaborating on creative or practical projects.

I’m drawn to spontaneous adventures, dancing, music, and generally going with the flow. I also enjoy lots of play, fun and purposeful work.

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  Special dietary requirements