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Atividades em que tenho interesse:
Calesthenics, Yoga, Meditation, Breathwork, Deep Talks
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Hello, I'm Samuel from Austria and 27 years old. I lived in the countryside of Upper Austria, near to the border of Czech Republic. It's very secluded there, so I prefer lush landscapes over big cities. I also loved the colder temperatures there. I speak German and English fluently, my Spanish level is B1.

I'm quite new to travelling in the big style, I only did trips within central Europe before the end of 2023. Then I started my first solo trip in Asia, during which I had several revelations at once. It changed my perception about many things, so since that time I see life with different eyes.

Before I was on the best way to become a Software Engineer, but then the pandemic changed my whole situation back then and I started exploring, I did a course in survival and subsequently exposed myself to several extreme experiences in that context. Finally, I discovered Yoga, languages, Thai massage and breathwork. All those things changed what I thought I wanna live my life like. Since then I devoted my life to travelling, teaching Yoga and Breathwork. I'm slowly about to become a spiritual teacher (even writing my own book) and I'd be more than happy to share what I know. :)

I discovered that I love travelling, making new experiences, facing challenges and being in exchange with other people, because it enriches me the most. Furthermore, it unveiled that I would like to share all I learned on my journey with other people, because I truly believe I found something very special, which is worth being spread. Sharing that and encouraging people to transform their lives makes me happy.

Talking about former experiences that might be relevant for you, I can mention construction work, farm work, cooking, giving Yoga classes, technical support, waiter work, reception work.
Interesses
Esportes de inverno
Yoga/bem-estar
Escrever
Esportes aquáticos
Sustentabilidade
Esportes de equipe
Autodesenvolvimento
Atividades ao ar livre
Naturaleza
Filmes e TV
Música
Montanhas
Idiomas
Caminhada
Jardinagem
Fitness
Eventos e social
Cultura
Culinária e comida
Camping
Livros
Praia
Esportes de aventura
Idiomas
Idiomas
Alemão: Fluente
Inglês: Fluente
Espanhol: Intermediário
Mais detalhes sobre meu interesse em idiomas
I'm interested in practicing more Spanish, but actually I developed a passion for learning any new language. I am always ready to teach German, English and Spanish.
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Habilidades e conhecimento para compartilhar ou aprender
Tenho interesse em:
Jardinagem
Projetos de construção/faça você mesmo
Projetos ambientais
Conhecimento de:
Ensino
Vida na fazenda
Criar/cozinhar refeições caseiras
Ajuda a cuidar da casa
Hotelaria/turismo
Manutenção geral
Poso ensinar:
Ajuda com computadores/internet
Quais são suas habilidades?
I'm a Yoga teacher (500 hours certified in India) and a breathwork facilitator and I really love what I do. I also did a 2 weeks course in Thai massage.
I have some experience in farming and gardening, and as a former Software Developer, I can help you with any kind of technical issues.
Apart from that, the most important thing you have to know about me is that I'm a fast learner, work very precisely and with devotion, I'm very reliable and whatever I have been doing so far in my life, if I really wanted something, there was not even a thing I couldn't do. If there was a problem, I would find a solution. That's my attitude. I'm more than happy to share my skills with you. :)
Idade
28
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I love doing Yoga and Calesthenics in my free time, but I actually love any kind of sport. Furthermore, I'm currently writing a book, which will contain my revelations during my travels and it should finally become a guide for holistic transformation.
Mais algumas informações
- Fumante
- Carteira de motorista
- Alergias
- Dietas especiais

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24 jun. 2025

Deixado pelo Workawayer () para o anfitrião (Join us at our non-profit ...)

Well, it breaks my heart to leave such a bad feedback for Winnie, because I can truly feel a big heart and only best intentions, but like we say in German: You can't buy anything with intentions, means at the end what matters is how things actualize - and according to that I must say my experience was more than disappointing, not to say… read more unbearable.

My experience with workaway taught me that lots of travelers seem to avoid leaving negative feedbacks, because they are scared of receiving one as well - but this is irresponsible in my opinion. This is why I decided to write this. Everybody who considers going there should know how things actually work there - below the prettily decorated surface.

Starting with my arrival day: I arrived around 5 pm, left my stuff outside for the moment and was shown the community area. First impression: Disgusting and messy. The kitchen was pure chaos. There have been pots with residue randomly standing around, the stove had a nice oil layer and the sink was filled with dishes. In the fridge there was rotten food. I got assigned to my room at 9:30 pm.

Then I met one of the volunteers. He was 42 years old and from Iran. One of the first things he said on my first working day - after having turned a few screws and 2 h work - was that we are done for today, because craftsman work is more valuable anyway. Shocking, isn't it? He also announced that he wouldn't clean. All of that was tolerated by the host. Because allegedly he was so important.
Other than that there was no compliance to the schedule from this profile here. We started randomly and without any plan, no prioritization of tasks, no focus on what has to be done.

After a couple of days on which I entered the kitchen in the morning, found it messy and had to clean first before I was able to place a pot on the stove I communicated very straight forward that it doesn't work for me that way. Also, there was a woman from the Netherlands who I was on the same page with about that. Despite all attempts to manage the household it didn't work, because Winnie is simply not a manager - not for a household, not for a business, not for volunteers ... but also not for herself. She is messy, emotionally immature, not able to take responsibility and not able to make decisions. All things you need for guiding volunteers through a nice experience.

So, let's keep it short and focus and the tip of the iceberg: That guy from Iran simply did what he wanted. He showed up for work in the afternoon, he left the boiler in the middle of the aisle and didn't even put the bathroom door back in the hinge (nobody was able to use the toilet and shower), and one day he even left for the whole day without notice, although he was supposed to work. The day before that he started a bonfire in the garden without asking. All of that was tolerated, although Winnie knew that he was using her. Keyword: Missing equality between the volunteers. #redacted text# ... well, didn't really surprise me.
I fixed some things for her webpage and even though I was already done with my working hours she kept on asking me to do more. Well, I've set my boundaries, but it's a sass, especially if you take the situation with the other volunteer into consideration. If you wanna learn how to say no: That's a place for you to go. ^^
On one of the last days I could even witness a screaming argument between her and one of the workers, which was about politics. She used to preach appreciation in communication, but I could see from that was that it is just empty words. She wouldn't accept that he didn't wanna continue that conversation. That appears quite hypocritical. It was a normal thing as well that you got interrupted while talking or explaining. Not a conducive way of communication.
The most disappointing thing: I primarily came for a Yoga exchange, but could even experience a single session with her.

@Winnie This is not driven by thought of payback or anything similar, this is about protecting other people from having a potential negative experience and about giving you opportunity to reflect and incorporate my feedback.

Thank you for giving me the opportunity to practice saying "No", setting my boundaries, speaking my truth and making assertive decisions.

(Neutro )

17 abr. 2025

Deixado pelo anfitrião (Learn about yoga and ...) para o Workawayer ()

Samuel made a possitive contribution, especialy with his yoga teaching skills, quiet and considerate he gave his best to every task, he worked well with others and joined in with all activities, we can recomend him to any host.

(Excelente )

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