EVA DU shares her passion of connection, and her celebration of the joy of life.
Reading and writing are some of my greatest passions besides dancing and moving my body. Connecting with whatever is around – whether it is my own body or the natural and human world – is my constant passion. In spite of my frequent changing focus and interests in the world, the one thing that stays the same is making connections.
I love to be out in nature, in the sea and in the woods, smelling and talking to the plants and animals around. I also love to be with friends and other people, bringing unlikely groups of people together in exploration of themselves and the world around. I love engaging in fun, meaningful experiences in nature that connect people both inwards and outwards.
I make sure to take time to practice first for myself, whatever the hobby or passion. Often I find they are the things I do anyway, without needing to think, the things that soothe and bring me joy. Recently, and reluctantly, I started swimming first in a swimming pool and then in the freezing cold Irish sea. It helps me to release all my stresses and worries and returns me to the present moment, happy to be alive, well and breathing. It fills me with life again, reminding of what is important and why: Nature.
While I am still trying to work out my potential, all I have to say is to follow your heart’s calling from the beginning, not after you’ve graduated, not after school, not after you’re married. Start today!
Article by EVA DU
