Category: duesseldorf
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The Jungle of Humanity
I find my soul in the jungle of humanity. When I look back at my life, most of it has been inside cities, and that has always been a choice. I grew up in a small village, surrounded by nature, yet I never felt that deep connection to the human family as I do in…
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The Carnival of Questions
Today, I walked for hours through the Carnival Parade “Rosenmontag” in Düsseldorf. The city was alive with music, laughter, and thousands of people dressed in every costume imaginable. This celebration gives people a chance to escape routine, forget their worries, and step into a world of make-believe. Among the sea of extravagant outfits, one stood…
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The Drive to Create
Today I was watching a flock of geese in the sky and was stopped by the beauty of how they just ‘are’. They simply do what they were meant to do, as does everything else in nature. But while animals and plants follow their natural course, we humans are different. We are driven—sometimes even haunted—by…
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The Power of Photography: Capturing Joy in Uncertain Times
Today, Germany cast its vote, a decision that will shape the future in ways we cannot yet comprehend. The air was filled with a quiet tension, a collective holding of breath as people pondered what comes next. Political shifts, policy changes, the unknown—these are the things that fuel uncertainty and anxiety. It is so easy…
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The Illusion of Time: A Journey Through Zeitfeld
How real is time? From the first moment I wake up, time seems to be on my mind. It’s light outside— it must be after seven. Or it’s dark, and I wonder if I can sleep a bit more. Then I get up, look in the mirror, and there is time written all over my…
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Chasing the Ball: A Journey with the Sun
The sun has always been a symbol of hope and vitality, but during the dark, dreary winter days of Germany, its importance becomes almost sacred. For weeks, the sky remains a monotonous gray, the air heavy with damp coldness. When the sun finally peeks through the clouds, it feels like a miracle, a gentle reminder…
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Home Again: Embracing the Unknown
Coming back to Düsseldorf feels like taking a long, slow breath after an exhilarating journey. The familiar chill of February mornings, crisp air that bites at the skin, and the steady rhythm of the city are grounding me back to the present. Though it contrasts sharply with the golden sands and warmth of my recent…