16/03/2024
- Collecting Beautiful Moments -
After a period of reflection and growth, I am happy to welcome you back into my world as I embark on a new chapter of exploration and discovery. With the transition from Foto Alexandra to inTegRE, my focus has shifted from photography to well-being and a more integrative approach to beauty.
As a second-year student at Gestalt Institute of Scandinavia and on my way to becoming a Gestalt Clinical Psychotherapist, I’m deeply immersed in the principles and practices of Gestalt. Drawing from my diverse background in mental health, entrepreneurship, and the art of photography, I believe that true transformation occurs when we honor the interconnectedness of all aspects of ourselves – body, mind, thoughts, emotions, and spirit, and truly embrace and accept ourselves as we are.
Among the various therapy modalities and approaches I've studied, Gestalt has become my holistic home. As one of my teachers aptly put it: "Just as there are countless ways of being a human being, there are equally countless ways of practicing as a Gestalt therapist." In embracing this philosophy, I give myself permission to authentically embody and discover my unique essence, knowing that this journey is an ongoing exploration with no fixed destination.
I've come to understand beauty as more than just a visual concept—it's a profound way of experiencing the world around us. Beauty is about truth, connection, courage, authenticity, and deep respect for ourselves and others. I see life’s beauty not merely as aesthetics but as a lens through which I choose to enter and perceive the world.
Life also presents us with challenges and hardships, which can sometimes feel almost unbearable. Embracing the lens of beauty does not diminish these trials. Instead, it empowers us to recognise the profound moments of connection, authenticity, and beauty amid the suffering. Even in the depths of pain, there is grace and beauty in the struggle itself, in the resilience that emerges from not giving up. Choosing to confront the pain, to navigate through the darkest of times with hope and determination, is itself a beautiful act of courage. It's in these moments of adversity that we discover the true resilience of the human spirit and the enduring beauty of the human experience.
As I also make the transition from Finnish to English, I hope to create a space where language is no barrier, where we can connect and learn together regardless of our backgrounds. I invite you to join me on this journey of exploration and self-discovery. Through my posts, I hope to inspire you to see beauty also in new and unexpected places, to embrace the present moment, and to cultivate a deeper connection with yourself and those around you.
You can also find me and inTegRE on Instagram
